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Canvas Stadium on August 23, 2020. (Devin Cornelius | The Collegian)

CSU parents, students respond to new commencement format

Sam Hutton, News Editor January 29, 2025

Nearly a year on from Colorado State University’s announcement of major changes to the existing commencement format, community reactions to the changes have been mixed.  The new format will feature...

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ASCSU Open House connects students with its representatives, work

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter January 27, 2025

The Associated Students of Colorado State University opened its doors Friday, Jan. 24, for an Open House event to connect the student body with its representatives and provide insight into their operations. Held...

A woman in a striped shirt talks at a podium with a laptop with another woman holding a folder to the right.

This week in ASCSU: New member ratifications, amending blackface resolution

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter January 26, 2025

The Associated Students of Colorado State University convened Jan. 22 for the 17th session of the 54th senate. Following the swearing in of new senators and associates, a guest speaker from Student...

A bronze statue of a Ram in front of a tree

Breaking news: CSU announces logistics of new commencement ceremony

Aubree Miller, News Editor January 22, 2025

Colorado State University leadership announced Tuesday the logistics and details of the move to a universitywide commencement ceremony, following CSU’s announcement to change the graduation format last...

Colorado State University Administration Building facing north, March 9.

CSU, FRCC launch Ram Transfer Academy, enhance college access, success

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter January 20, 2025

In an effort to bridge educational gaps, Colorado State University and Front Range Community College have partnered to create the Ram Transfer Academy. Funded by a $500,000 grant from the American Talent...

The Student Disability Center Sept. 29, 2020. (Ryan Schmidt | The Collegian)

Despite efforts, accessibility gaps at CSU still pose challenges for students

Chloe Waskey, Staff Reporter January 20, 2025

With just over 34,000 students, Colorado State University’s adequate accessibility measures are critical to upholding a standard of equal opportunity and inclusivity. However, students with disabilities...

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Scott Roberts joins CSU as new vp of university advancement

Katie Fisher, Science Editor January 20, 2025

Originally announced by CSU SOURCE Dec. 4, 2024, Colorado State University President Amy Parsons named Scott Roberts, who formerly served as vice president of development for the Oklahoma State University...

CSU experts discuss local journalism’s impact on political division

CSU experts discuss local journalism’s impact on political division

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter December 2, 2024

As local newspapers disappear, communities are left with increased political polarization and a growing distrust of media and journalism. In the current political climate, Colorado State University...

Parliamentarian Madeleine Kamberg stands at a speaking podium.

This week in ASCSU: Amending blackface resolution

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter November 23, 2024

The Associated Students of Colorado State University convened Nov. 20 for the 15th session of the 54th senate.  To begin the session, the executive, legislative and judicial branches provided updates...

Fort Collins Mayor Jeni Arndt and other elected officials from Larimer County, Fort Collins and the state of Colorado join students in the Lory Student Center Grand Ballrooms Monday evening to discuss issues facing students at Colorado State University Nov. 18. The Associated Students of CSU organized the event in an effort to engage students with their local officials in active conversations.

Elected officials join students for evening of meaningful conversation

Chloe Waskey, Staff Reporter November 20, 2024

The Associated Students of Colorado State University hosted Evening with Your Elected Officials Monday, Nov. 18, an annual event formerly called Community Roundtable. The event gave students an opportunity...

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Environmentally minded students gather for community cleanup

Ella Dorpinghaus, Staff Reporter November 20, 2024

After congregating in the dirt-packed parking lot of Red Fox Meadows Natural Area, students involved with the Associated Students of Colorado State University, the Student Sustainability Center and the...

On a sunny day, a tan building with the word "Physiology" is devoid of people. There are two large plants on either side of the entry door.

Physiology, Environmental Health buildings remain under investigation

Sophie Webb, Staff Reporter November 19, 2024

In mid-May of the 2023-24 academic year, students and staff began to report symptoms such as blurry vision, eye pain and headaches. After continually reported symptoms, the ultimate cause was found in...

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