Collegian Columnists

Thorn: Feminism must always include trans women

Astrid Thorn, Collegian Columnist • February 10, 2025

As the United States continues to move into a presidency that ran a campaign in favor of oppression toward women and numerous other marginalized groups, everyone must stand together.

Souza: Apathy will define Trump’s presidency

Emma Souza, Collegian Columnist • February 6, 2025

The beginning of Donald Trump's presidency has regrettably been marked by one of the most deadly and tragic U.S. aviation disasters since 2001: the Jan. 29 Washington, D.C., plane collision.

Masia: A look into CAM the Ram’s natal birth chart 

Sophia Masia, Collegian Columnist • February 4, 2025

On Feb. 6, 1954, during halftime at a home basketball game against the University of Wyoming, former Colorado State University President William E. Morgan officially named CAM the Ram as the university's ambassador, and the rest is history.

Lopez: We need to choose to fight for a better future

Dominique Lopez, Opinion Editor • February 3, 2025

After the 2024 national election results were finalized, I joked I would just move out of the United States for the next four years since I was close to graduation. However, with each day I am starting to realize this is no joking matter. Last week, my mom texted me with urgency, reminding me to have my ID on me at all times. Suddenly, the weight of what the next four years of my life in the US would look like as a woman of color sunk in.

Weishaar: AI isn’t as amazing as it seems

Audrey Weishaar, Collegian Columnist • February 3, 2025

I am an artist. I paint, draw and do textile art. In fact, I am a creative writing major. So believe me when I say artificial intelligence is the worst thing I’ve ever had the displeasure of interacting with.

Weishaar: Anti-fat medical professionals perpetuate inadequate care, distrust

Audrey Weishaar, Collegian Columnist • January 28, 2025

I have heard all sorts of anti-fat rhetoric in my life: “Just lose weight;” “Try this diet;” and “Work out more.” The list goes on and on. And in recent months, I have heard so many people talking about Ozempic and the weight loss associated with it. Bariatric surgery is another big one I’ve heard tossed around.

Souza: Why your New Year’s resolutions don’t stick

Emma Souza, Collegian Columnist • January 27, 2025

The product of my New Year’s resolutions — and likely yours — is a girl I do not recognize. She is ambitious in the same way I was Dec. 31, with a laundry list of goals and affirmations, but she does not carry the laziness and doubt that prevented 2024 me from completing them.

Bisant: Don’t be discouraged if keeping your grades up is a battle

Hayley Bisant, Collegian Columnist • January 23, 2025

To most students, the start of a new semester is like the academic equivalent of a new year. With new classes, there seems to be endless possibilities for what's to come, and the determination to lock in and remain an academic weapon throughout the entire term is at the forefront of many returning students’ minds. While it is undoubtedly a worthwhile goal — like many of the resolutions made earlier this month — this declaration may not always be as easy to keep up with as it initially seems.

Seymour: Braiden’s lunch rush makes food less enjoyable

Charlotte Seymour, Collegian Columnist • January 21, 2025

I’m sure some of you have sat in class while your stomach rumbled, and you can’t even begin to focus on anything except the thought of filling your stomach. Once the class ends, you rush to the dining hall to fulfill your desires with a juicy meal. But once you walk in, the line is wrapped around the hallway, there isn’t a single open table in sight and your stomach grows angrier.

Engle: 3rd-trimester abortion should be legal in all cases

Willow Engle, Copy Chief • January 20, 2025

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. Even for proponents of the...

Pavelko: The Collegian fuels nonjournalism students’ passions, knowledge

Hana Pavelko, Collegian Columnist • January 20, 2025

As a first-year student, it is easy to become overwhelmed by all of the clubs and student organizations trying to catch your eye at the beginning of fall semester. During the first few weeks of school, clubs are on the Lory Student Center Plaza with candy, games and flyers trying to increase membership.

Seriously: I’m a Collegian editor from 1924 — I have some thoughts

Chloe Waskey, Collegian Columnist • December 6, 2024

After spending hours trying to figure out what a “website” is and how it works, I have successfully navigated through The Collegian catalogue and I have some notes.