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Thousands gather in Civic Park during the Women's March in Denver, January 21, 2017 (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Orji: To be or not to be — a student activist on a college campus

Joslyn Orji February 27, 2020

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. Looming deadlines and droning...

Incoming Colorado State University student Molly Kessler (second from left) moves into Newsom Hall on Aug. 22 with the help of family and a Fraternity and Sorority member. (Anna von Pechmann | Collegian)

Cooke: Students should keep a close relationship with parents

Cody Cooke February 27, 2020

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. With spring break just around...

Fort Collins citizens who attended the Democratic Caucus on Tuesday March 6th listen to the rules of the caucus before beginning. Later in the night they would decide which of the democratic gubernatorial candidates makes it to the primary. (The Collegian file photo)

Neustadter: It’s time to critically rethink the caucusing system

Corinne Neustadter February 26, 2020

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. During each election cycle,...

Smudging is the burning of plants like sage and palo santo to cleanse negative energy from spaces. (Collegian File Photo)

Ziel: Students should consider holistic medicine

Renee Ziel February 25, 2020

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. Some people opt for over-the-counter...

Denali expedition leader and CSU senior James McCulloch backcountry skiing down Cameron Pass. 
(Anna von Pechmann | Collegian)

Bailey: Stop putting so much emphasis on skiing

Fynn Bailey February 25, 2020

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.  Many of us have had the...

U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren speaking with attendees at the 2019 California Democratic Party State Convention at the George R. Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco, California. (Photo courtesy of Gage Skidmore)

MacDonald: Elizabeth Warren is a good choice for students

Alexandra MacDonald February 24, 2020

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. In the weeks leading up to...

U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren speaking with attendees at the 2019 National Forum on Wages and Working People hosted by the Center for the American Progress Action Fund and the SEIU at the Enclave in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo courtesy of Gage Skidmore)

Huber: Elizabeth Warren is a bad choice for students

Allie Huber February 24, 2020

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. In the weeks leading up...

Joe Biden Speaks (Photo via Gage Skidmore, Flickr)

Bailey: Joe Biden is a good choice for students

Fynn Bailey February 20, 2020

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.  In the weeks leading up to...

Joe Biden Speaks (Photo via Gage Skidmore, Flickr)

Thompson: Joe Biden is a bad choice for students

Madison Thompson February 20, 2020

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. In the weeks leading up to...

Ortiz: The importance of 'Hair Love' winning an Oscar

Ortiz: The importance of ‘Hair Love’ winning an Oscar

Kenia Ortiz February 20, 2020

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. For a long time, Black hair...

Hostels are a great place to meet other travelers from all around the world. Poc-Na Hostel in Isla Mujeres, Mexico displays the flags of many different countries on the ceiling.  (Katie Mitchell | The Collegian)

Huber: When planning your spring break, hostels are where it’s at

Allie Huber February 19, 2020

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. Students at Colorado State...

The Lyric, located at 1209 North College Ave is an indoor and outdoor theater catering to movies that might not hit the mainstream movie theaters. (Collegian File Photo)

Cooke: Appreciate theater cinema more than streaming services

Cody Cooke February 18, 2020

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. The experience of a night...

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