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A melted car remains after the Woolsey Fire devastated the neighborhood of Point Dume in Malibu, CA, among many others. (AJ Frankson | Collegian)

California forest fires devastate CSU, state alike

Audrey Weiss December 5, 2018

According to USA Today, the California forest fires have claimed the lives of 85 people since it started Nov. 8. The fire in Paradise, California has since been contained, as of Nov. 25, yet its impact...

The Menorah is seen after being lit outside the LSC on the Plaza on Nov. 3. (Tony Villalobos May | Collegian)

Chanukah menorah lighting brings message that good will overcome

Charlotte Lang December 4, 2018

Students of Colorado State University and community members of Fort Collins gathered in the Plaza to celebrate Chanukah and share the message that good will always triumph over evil. Sponsored by...

The Applied Computing Machinery and Women club poses for portrait after their meeting on Nov 29. The club meets on Thursdays at 5 p.m. at the Computer Science building in room 305. They host a variety of community events at CSU and participate in competitions such as the Ram Hackathon. (Nathan Tran | Collegian)

ACM-W promotes perseverance for women in STEM

Elena Waldman December 3, 2018

Women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics face the challenge of building communities in male-dominated fields.  The Applied Computing Machinery and Women (ACM-W) club at Colorado State...

A 400 seat lecture room in Behavioral Sciences Building is packed full with mostly Freshman students enrolled in Chemistry 107.

CSU professors walk the line between content and opinion

Blake O’Brien December 3, 2018

Despite expectations that they might be otherwise, at the end of the day, professors are people too — meaning, just like students, they have opinions. Many professors, especially those teaching subjects...

PETA protests CSU's West Nile Virus Research

PETA protests CSU’s West Nile Virus Research

Julia Trowbridge December 3, 2018

Despite numerous complaints from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, Colorado State University stands by the ethics and importance of its research. PETA claims that CSU’s research on the West...

Minority students describe biased culture in CSU's College of Business

Minority students describe biased culture in CSU’s College of Business

Matthew Bailey and Jorge Espinoza November 29, 2018

Despite efforts by the College of Business to promote an inclusive culture, some students at Colorado State University continue to see systemic issues within the institution. “The College of Business...

CSU's Heritage Garden, located on Lake St, offers great views of the football practice fields and Canvas stadium.

CSU Heritage Garden celebrates Colorado’s horticultural legacy

Charlotte Lang November 29, 2018

There can be more meaning in a University garden than just the flowers and trees. Colorado State University wrapped up its Heritage Garden project this fall. The garden is meant to celebrate and educate...

ASCSU discusses printing prices on campus, at the Wednesday, Nov. 28 meeting.

ASCSU Senate approves resolution encouraging free printing

Stuart Smith November 29, 2018

There is a possibility that every Colorado State University student may be able to print for free within the coming years. The Senate of the Associated Students of CSU passed a resolution (23-15-8) supporting...

The counseling services are offered at the Health and Medical Center of Colorado State University located on the third floor. (Mackenzie Boltz | Collegian)

CSU programs work to offer resources for suicide prevention

Audrey Weiss November 29, 2018

According to a study taken by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is now the 10th leading cause of death. Colorado State University is working to tackle this issue by setting up...

CSU Meat Judging Team hopes to bring home another championship

CSU Meat Judging Team hopes to bring home another championship

Delaney Allen November 28, 2018

Colorado State University’s animal science students have been outstanding in their field, and the Meat Judging Team has a place in securing their reputation. For the 2017-2018 school year, the Meat...

The Pride Resource Center is located in room 232 and provides resources and support for all CSU community members to explore and increase their understanding of sexual/romantic orientation, gender, and identity intersection.  This year is the 20th anniversary of the center. (Colin Shepherd | Collegian)

CSU community responds to possible Title IX changes

Julia Trowbridge November 28, 2018

Editor's note: This article briefly discusses gender-based violence experienced at Colorado State University. The day after the Pride Center’s 20th anniversary, the New York Times unveiled the current...

Infographic by Meg Metzger-Seymour | Collegian

CSU students don’t sleep enough, have too much stress

Emma Iannacone November 25, 2018

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1jVASVGYQI Video by Emma Iannacone With heavy dark bags hanging under their eyes and a double-shot coffee in hand,  tired Colorado State University students wander...

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