Collegian Columnists

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.

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.

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. 

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

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?

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

Lopez: How does parents weekend affect Homecoming?

Dominique Lopez, Opinion Director • October 12, 2023

I’ve been participating in the Homecoming & Family Weekend activities at Colorado State University by myself for a solid three years now. And by participating, I mean I go to the game and then I go home for the remainder of the evening because I normally work all weekend.