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Sweet ‘Palentine’s’ Day Dates for every type of BFF couple

Lauryn Bolz February 7, 2019

For many people, Valentine’s Day with a significant other is the best way to spend the chocolate-filled, candle-lit holiday. For those who don’t have a special person in their lives, the holiday doesn’t...

Set of "The Waverly Place" before the show.

‘The Waverly Gallery’ explores memory and essence

Maddie Wright February 6, 2019
The newest show at Bas Bleu examines the family dynamic as the matriarch of the family slowly declines into Alzheimer's.
Red Truck Brewing is entering four of their beers in the Great American Brewing Festival. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Fort Collins offers cheap drinks for students looking to save

Ty Davis February 4, 2019

Many college students want to go out, but not everyone has the money to do so. Whether you are trying to save money or cutting back, saving money is a never ending battle. So how do you save money...

Undeclared global social sciences sophomore Miguel McMillan performs the Black National Anthem at the Black History Month Kick-Off Friday, Feb. 1, 2019. (AJ Frankson | Collegian)

Black History Month kicks off with a night of statues, song

Graham Shapley February 4, 2019

Black History Month is a time of remembrance and recognition for the Black individuals who have shaped not just the United States’ culture and history, but the world’s. This year, the Colorado...

Sacred Owl Wellness is a spa in Fort Collins that takes pride in helping clients maintain their emotional, mental, and physical health. (AJ Frankson | Collegian)

Sacred Owl Wellness center to open new doors in coming months

Walker Discoe January 31, 2019

Health, wellness and fitness are all reasons why people move to Colorado. Colorado is ranked as one of the 10 healthiest states according to CBS news, and Coloradoans generally cultivate a culture of exercise...

Carl's Jr. is serving a new vegetarian item, the Beyond Burger.

Carl’s Jr. introduces the Beyond Meat Burger for grease-craving vegetarians

Miranda Moses January 29, 2019

Approaching the Lory Student Center food court for fuel between classes can be a complex endeavor for a vegetarian. Sure, you could eat a salad for every meal, but some days eating like a rabbit just does...

Produce displayed at Fort Collins Co-Op on Dec. 7, 2018. (Anna von Pechmann | The Collegian)

Five facts you should know about organic agriculture

Linc Thomas January 29, 2019

From small-town farmers’ markets to grocery stores alike, organic products are everywhere. People seem to love organic produce because they are grown ethically, they are generally better for the earth...

What's for dinner with Audrey. (Infographic made by Maria Nguyen)

What’s for dinner with Audrey: spiced wine for the winter blues

Audrey Weiss January 28, 2019

We’re only a few days into the semester, and students already feel like downing a massive glass of wine at the end of the day. This spiced wine recipe not only satisfies my end-of-day cravings but is...

Ph.D. Student and hemp researcher Brian Mitchell holds up a bundle of recently cut hemp plants in a research field at the southern location of the Agricultural Research, Development & Education Center (ARDEC). Mitchell is currently collecting data on the use of hemp as a ground cover plant. (Matt Tackett | Collegian)

CSU hemp program makes headway in research

Linc Thomas January 22, 2019

With the 2018 Farm Bill recently passed, nationwide legalization of industrial hemp is now in full effect. This law paves the way for more extensive research, which researchers at Colorado State University...

Students pass through the Lory Student Center in between classes Monday Afternoon. Although construction is currently going on throughout the LSC, students still have full access to the space for food, studying or just passing through.

Six tips for starting the new semester off right

Walker Discoe January 22, 2019

Returning to campus after a long winter hibernation can be a difficult task, even for the most dedicated students. After the pressure of last semester’s final exams, a 5-week long break with no classes,...

Plunge participants in Horsetooth Reservoir as Larimer County Dive Rescue Team guards. Courtesy of Green Events Colorado

Locals dive into Horsetooth Reservoir for 7th Polar Bear Run and Plunge

Lyra Wiley January 22, 2019
Green Events Colorado holds seventh annual Polar Bear Run and Plunge at Horsetooth Reservoir. The 5-kilometer race ends with a plunge into Horsetooth Reservoir.
Customer Diana Givens eats lunch with her son at Foco Cafe on Friday, Dec. 7. (Collegian | Anna von Pechmann)

Fort Collins locals support communities through food

Lyra Wiley December 10, 2018
The Fort Collins Food Cooperative, FoCo Cafe, and Gals That Brunch all center around bringing people together and strengthening community through food.
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