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The Cube, located in the Morgan Library, was closed on Aug. 27 in response to the finding of bed bugs. (Samantha Ye | Collegian)

Morgan Library Study Cube closes for bed bug extermination

Samantha Ye August 27, 2018

Following a report of possible bed bugs in the building, the Cube at the Morgan Library has been closed off since Aug. 24, according to University officials. An exterminator was called to evaluate the...

CSU computer scientists and statisticians are working on a three year grant to combat livestock disease. The computer science building is pictured above.

Dean Janice Nerger testifies in sexual harassment case against CSU

Stuart Smith August 27, 2018
Christina Boucher, claims her career was stagnated by the university after filing a grievance for sexual harassment.
A former Colorado State University assistant professor has filed a lawsuit against the University, claiming that she faced retaliation and was forced to resign from her position after reporting the incident. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Boucher testifies in CSU sexual harassment trial

Blake O’Brien August 26, 2018

Former Colorado State University computer science professor Christina Boucher testified that she was sexually harassed by another professor and retaliated against by the University in court Aug. 24. “What...

Mosquito transmitting a vector-borne disease.

Mosquito spraying to occur in south Fort Collins to combat high West Nile virus risk

Samantha Ye August 23, 2018

With the risk of contracting West Nile at its highest of the season so far, the City of Fort Collins will spray pesticides in south Fort Collins twice next week, according to a news release. Spraying...

The Larimer County Court House is pictured on the night of  Aug. 22.  (Forrest Czarnecki | The Collegian)

CSU professor Ben-Hur testifies in sexual harassment trial, denies allegations

Emma Iannacone and Julia Trowbridge August 23, 2018

A Colorado State University computer science professor denied he sexually harassed a former assistant professor in court Wednesday, Aug. 22. Asa Ben-Hur testified that he had no idea his behavior made...

Local police officers and students participate in a community outreach event on Aug. 22 to welcome and educate new neighbors on student life and engagement. During the event, they met one another and participated in a neighborhood walk to hand out flyers, give out surveys and engaged in conversation. (Colin Shepherd | Collegian)

Community Welcome promotes communication, engagement with Fort Collins neighborhoods

Charlotte Lang August 22, 2018

Local residents answering their doors might not have been expecting a surprise visit from local police officers, but it's this visit that led to the kind of communication the City yearns for. Colorado...

CSU professor dies in biking accident

CSU professor dies in biking accident

Austin Fleskes August 22, 2018

A Colorado State University professor of music has been confirmed dead by the Larimer County Coroner's Office after a biking accident. On Aug. 20, the LCCO responded to the intersection of Berthoud Parkway...

La Luz Mexican Grill in Downtown Fort Collins. (Brooke Buchan | Collegian)

Salmonella outbreak confirmed at La Luz Mexican Restaurant in Old Town

Ravyn Cullor August 22, 2018
The county health department has confirmed six cases of Salmonella and is investigating other possible cases. Some of the confirmed infected people have been hospitalized.
(Collegian file photo)

RamWeb banking information editing capability disabled due to phishing scam

Samantha Ye August 22, 2018

Colorado State University is currently re-evaluating security in regards to the recent phishing attacks against CSU students. This re-evaluation includes restricting the ability to edit student bank...

CSU researchers funded $1.6 million from NASA for air quality study

CSU researchers funded $1.6 million from NASA for air quality study

Julia Trowbridge August 22, 2018
CEAMS received $1.6 million in funding from NASA for a citizen science project to better map air pollution from the ground.
Democratic CD2 candidate Joe Neguse discusses immigration, climate change

Democratic CD2 candidate Joe Neguse discusses immigration, climate change

Samantha Ye August 22, 2018

From reforming immigration to addressing climate change, Joe Neguse has prepared detailed plans for the direction of Congress—now all he has to do is get there. The 34-year-old Democrat is running...

Student bikers ride on the Green Trail extension after its grand opening on Aug. 21. (Clara Scholtz | Collegian)

Alternative transportation student fee increase pays for trail expansion, mobile bike shop

Natalia Sperry August 21, 2018

Students biking or walking to class from the north side of campus may have noticed a change to their commute this year—but they might not have realized that they’re paying for it. Following an increase...

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