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

Teriyaki Tofu is a healthy option when dining halls get boring

Audrey Weiss September 27, 2018

One of my friends calls it “poor man’s teriyaki tofu.” I call it heaven. I try not to resurrect dishes I’ve already made unless I’m not feeling very creative, but for this dish, I can make a...

Jacob Bielmaier, a sophmore theatre student, performs as Steven Mead Johnson in CSU's production of 'The Laramie Project.' (Lauryn Bolz | Collegian)

CSU remembers the life and death of Matthew Shepard in their production of ‘The Laramie Project’

Walker Discoe and Lauryn Bolz September 27, 2018
Approaching the 20th anniversary of Shepard’s death, The Colorado State Theatre program is bringing the story back where it started, and performing "The Laramie Project."
Broadway veterans Patty Goble and Noah Racey coach acting students through a scene during the musical theatre workshop at the UCA's 10th Anniversary Open House Program. (AJ Frankson | Collegian)

The UCA celebrates 10th anniversary, reflects on collaborative success

Julia Trowbridge September 25, 2018

Editor's Note: The original article published on Sept. 25 stated Peter Muller as Peter Miller and has since been changed to the correct last name of Muller. The Collegian sincerely regrets this mistake.  From...

Glassblowing artist, Sky Perry heats up and spins glass to create a honeycomb designed bubble cap for a dab at Kind Creations. Perry is a self taught glassblower for the past 17 years. "Something I love about this job is seeing the smile on peoples face when they pick up a piece of glass. There's no other feeling like that. (Matt Begeman | Collegian)

Kind Creations continues legacy of quality glassware in Fort Collins

Walker Discoe September 24, 2018

Inside Kind Creations, a shimmering display of glass, LED lights and neon signs dazzles the eye. Every useable inch of the walls are massive glass cases filled with intricately blown bongs, pipes,...

The CSU LGBTQ+ Flag hangs in front of shelter #7 of City Park, for the Pride Resource Center's annual "Queer-B-Q." Mackenzie Pinn | Collegian

CSU’s Pride Resource Center promotes diversity, inclusivity during annual Queer-B-Q

Elena Waldman September 23, 2018
Now heading into its 20th year at CSU, the Pride Resource Center (PRC) started the semester off strong with its annual community barbecue last week at the City Park Reservation Shelter. Despite the stormy weather, the colloquial "Queer-B-Q" was full of laughter, conversation and food.
Lasagna Dip with three slices of toasted bread. (Audrey Weiss | Collegian)

What’s for dinner with Audrey: Lasagna dip is dope

Audrey Weiss September 20, 2018

Payday was Friday, which means I could eat like a goddess. For me, nothing feels swankier than a nice loaf of bread and a re-imagined lasagna dish to go with it.  What’s for dinner: Lasagna Dip. Sounds...

The College of Agricultural Sciences hosts the 2017 Ag Day on the West Lawn of the Lory Student Center on Sept. 9, 2017. (Photo courtesy of John Eisele/Colorado State University Photography)

Ag Day 2018 reminds CSU that agriculture is for everybody

Linc Thomas September 18, 2018
Everybody eats. CSU understands that significance, which is why every year hands and hooves are joined to celebrate Ag Day.
Mary Claxton, who is usually the drummer for Trash Cat, switched out her drum sticks for an electric ukulele for this performance.

Flying V Sessions kicks off monthly series with female powered folk-funk fusion

Lauryn Bolz September 17, 2018

Women empower women through female powered fulk-folk fusion. Saja Butler, a member of local, all-female band Lois and the Lantern and proud "mother" of the Flying V, has been assembling groups of female...

The Laundry Basket is a new launndry mat off of Elizabeth Street. (Anna Baize | Collegian)

Local laundromat upgrades facility to keep up with the community needs

Deja Calloway September 17, 2018

There are three things in life that are certain: death, taxes and laundry. Last Saturday, local residents joined The Laundry Basket to celebrate the grand reopening of the local Fort Collins laundromat. Located...

Brianni De Fede pours Cranked Up Coffee's nitro cold brew. The bar mixes Larry Conlon's brew with horchada to create a harmonious drink.

The Caffeine Crawl returns to Fort Collins, fueling local caff-o-holics

Lauryn Bolz September 17, 2018

The 75th nationwide Caffeine Crawl visited Fort Collins this past weekend, and it’s safe to say there was plenty of coffee-based stimulants to go around. The Crawl was founded by Jason Burton, a Kansas...

Collegian Reviews (Illustration by Caleb Carpenter | Collegian)

“The Nun” attempts to give horror a new face as Halloween season approaches

Deja Calloway September 14, 2018
What says horror more than a malevolent spirit and the Catholic church? Last week Director Corin Hardy and New Line Cinema failed to deliver their own punchline with the release of "The Nun." 
What's for Dinner with Audrey: Big Al's, a bargain of a burger

What’s for Dinner with Audrey: Big Al’s, a bargain of a burger

Audrey Weiss September 13, 2018

Nothing quite beats a burger on these unusually hot September days. There’s something about how perfectly grilled ground beef and an array of bright vegetables marry so gloriously, but only when done...

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