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Senator Ethan Burshek gives a senior speech to the Associated Students of Colorado State University on Dec 11. Burshek talked about his time in ASCSU, the bills he wrote that passed and failed, avoiding politics, and the members of the Senate that he knew, including a quote from the fictional character Bilbo Baggins, saying “I don't know half of you half as well as I should like; and I like less than half of you half as well as you deserve.” (Ryan Schmidt | The Collegian)

ASCSU discusses resolution supporting Hong Kong’s democracy

Charlotte Lang December 12, 2019

During its last meeting of the semester, the Associated Students of Colorado State University discussed new legislation, suggesting a denunciation of China and Hong Kong’s governments in light of violence...

The City of Fort Collins has many housing ordanances that residents have to follow including shoveling their sidewalks within 24 hours of snowfall. If laws are not obeyed, varying amounts of citations can be issued. (Photo Illustration by Matt Begeman | The Collegian)

City laws affect every citizen, even college students

Laura Studley December 12, 2019

When living off campus, you might not have to worry about running out of meal swipes, but you do have to comply with City regulations. Fort Collins has many laws and ordinances students new to off-campus...

photo illustration for meat (sorry not sure what to caption these!)
(Luke Bourland | The Collegian)

Where Food Comes From Market: ‘More than just a store’

Gerson Flores December 12, 2019

For the last 30 years, the animal sciences department has sold meat to students and community members alike. This April, it finally inaugurated its official store, Ram Country Meats: Where Food Comes From...

The koloa bird is endangered due to inbreeding. (Photo courtesy of Christopher Malachowski / Oregon State University)

Caitlin Wells, research scientist, in the koloa’s corner

Joey Wagner December 11, 2019

A Colorado State University research scientist does one better than just braking for birds in the road. She has her sights set on saving an entire species: the endangered koloa.  Caitlin Wells, research...

Freshman Business Administration major Jamie Ittershagen speaks about being one of the new student vloggers for Colorado State University's social media team. She says she is excited to be able to show people firsthand what the college experience is like at CSU. (Brooke Buchan | The Collegian)

CSU increases media engagement with student vloggers

Isaiah Dennings December 11, 2019

Colorado State University is trying something new in the world of media engagement, and it sounds (and looks) a lot like the late 2000s. The University is starting its own vlog series featuring students.  The...

Matthew Haltzman (right) and Lance Thibert (left) are part of Haltzman Law Firm in Fort Collins. (Asia Kalcevic | The Collegian)

New local law firm plans to focus on mental health

Ceci Taylor December 10, 2019

Over the years, Fort Collins lawyers have noticed a lack of resources available to clients who may have mental health issues in their cases.  Matthew Haltzman, a lawyer with a background in criminal...

A person rides a bird scooter in Fort Collins on Thursday Nov. 21. Bird Scooters came to Fort Collins in the fall of 2019, providing a different mode of transportation for commuters that is more accesible and environment-friendly. (Skyler Pradhan | Collegian)

Bird e-scooter chargers earn extra cash on own hours

Ceci Taylor December 10, 2019

When Fort Collins introduced the Bird electric scooters in October, Colorado State University students and Fort Collins residents reacted positively to the fun addition to the town. At night, however,...

Associated Students of Colorado State University Associate Senator for the Adult Learners and Veterans Services and sophomore psychology student Hannah Brech presents the Student Parent Absence Resolution 4907 at the Nov. 13 senate session. (Matt Tackett | The Collegian)

Hannah Brech: Listener, defender, adult learner

Gerson Flores December 10, 2019

On a campus of tens of thousands of traditional students, an adult learner has taken on a leadership role to help others feel welcomed and represented. Once the spring semester began in 2019, Hannah Brech,...

A squirrel eats in the snow on Nov. 30. Squirrels are a common character on the Colorado State University campus and are commonly fed by students. (Ryan Schmidt | The Collegian)

On-campus squirrels: Friend or foe?

Laura Studley December 9, 2019

At any given time on The Plaza, you are typically going to see students braving the cold on the way to class. But the winter chill is also all too familiar to one of Colorado State University’s furry...

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