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Proulx: Stop forcing heteronormativity on queer love

Proulx: Stop forcing heteronormativity on queer love

Caden Proulx, Print Editor • November 29, 2023
Don’t get me wrong: I love the romances of Nick and Charlie from "Heartstopper" or Elio and Oliver from "Call Me by Your Name" as much as the next person. The problem is that almost all popular queer media depict homosexual relationships as only this certain top-bottom, fem-masc way, stemming from a culture of heteronormativity pressed onto the queer community. And this falls woefully short of displaying the vast diversity and beauty present within LGBTQIA+ relationships.
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Souza: There are no limits to how you label yourself

Emma Souza, Collegian Columnist • November 28, 2023
Over the past few decades, the dialogue around sexuality and gender has vastly expanded in the United States. There is still a lot of progress to be made toward dismantling stigmas, implementing inclusive legislation and increasing representation of LGBTQIA+ people in media, but society as a whole broadly discusses such topics now more than they did in the past.
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Pavelko: Bisexuality is an identity, not a phase

Hana Pavelko, Collegian Columnist • November 27, 2023
Pride flags allow people to express themselves, find a piece of who they are and discover a community of people who support them. These flags can help people be their true selves. However, there is a strong amount of judgment concerning a certain pink, purple and blue flag.
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Souza: Not including students in ‘real’ world is destroying self-efficacy

Emma Souza, Collegian Columnist • November 15, 2023
Spending four years in a box with minimal windows, fluorescent lighting and the inescapable smell of milk — aka the Andrew G. Clark Building — takes enough sheer power to warrant my diploma alone. Evidently, college consists of a lot more work than just going to class, and the best case result of my degree would be a prepared send-off into the world — forgive me, the “real” world. 
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Parcells: Professors can do more to alleviate finals stress

Hannah Parcells, Collegian Columnist • November 14, 2023
The end of the semester is fast approaching, and that can only mean one thing: Finals week is just around the corner. While academic excellence is obviously a top priority for students and professors alike, it’s important that professors acknowledge their students have a multitude of responsibilities beyond the classroom. 
Rhoads: Find solace in your roommate's pet

Rhoads: Find solace in your roommate’s pet

Darien Rhoads, Collegian Columnist • November 7, 2023
Living with a roommate is challenging. Maybe they are messy or always blasting music until the early morning hours, but what if they have a pet?
Lopez: Is the new iOS NameDrop feature really that safe?

Lopez: Is the new iOS NameDrop feature really that safe?

Dominique Lopez, Opinion Director • November 1, 2023
New technological advancements are being made every day, but whether they are necessary or unnecessary is truly up to you. One of the newest advancements catching eyes everywhere is the newest iOS 17 feature: NameDrop.
Pavelko: It's time for CSU students to start supporting all teams

Pavelko: It’s time for CSU students to start supporting all teams

Hana Pavelko, Collegian Columnist • October 31, 2023
Over the duration of the academic year, we have watched as crowds swarm Canvas Stadium and Moby Arena to watch the football and volleyball teams fight their way to victory. Crowds have gathered to watch the women’s soccer team score a last-minute goal. Colorado State University students show tremendous support to intercollegiate sports teams, but what about the other teams?
Souza: The brighter side of having to set back your clock

Souza: The brighter side of having to set back your clock

Emma Souza, Collegian Columnist • October 31, 2023
Each year, there is a collective groan as most of America begrudgingly sets their clocks back in November — myself and my family included. From thereafter, many who commute to and from school or work will be in pitch-black monotony. Although I don’t agree with the logistics behind daylight saving time, I have to admit I like it better in the dark.
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Pavelko: Halloween couples are the new relationship standard

Hana Pavelko, Collegian Columnist • October 24, 2023
Every relationship needs to be built on a strong foundation: one of trust, communication and support. But with the news flooded with stories of Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner getting divorced and Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn breaking up, how are we supposed to know what a good relationship looks like? 
Lopez: More can be done for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Lopez: More can be done for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Dominique Lopez, Opinion Director • October 20, 2023
October is a busy month for everyone. For students, it means midterms and big projects that must be completed in a few weeks time, and for Colorado State University, it means fall addresses and Homecoming week. But for those of us who have lost loved ones and experienced the tragedy breast cancer can cause, October is a month to remember and reflect.
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MacMahon: Quiet places at CSU to destress from Homecoming

Taylor MacMahon, Collegian Columnist • October 12, 2023
Homecoming weekend is a very exciting time, but it can also be very overstimulating. It's important to celebrate in the ways that feel supportive to you, especially because Homecoming is a celebration of Colorado State University and the CSU community, and you are a part of that.
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