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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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AeroEco Lab maps bird migration patterns, furthers ornithological research

Hayley Bisant, Staff Reporter April 9, 2025

As terrestrial animals, many people don’t think of the sky as a significant ecosystem. For birds, bats and some insects, this isn’t the case. A majority of their life is spent in the air, which makes...

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Fancy footwork: Musical stylings of CSU Swing Dance Society promote community fun

Riley Paling, Staff Reporter April 9, 2025

The Colorado State University Swing Dance Society is a vibrant student organization at CSU that practices East Coast swing dancing with students and the broader Fort Collins community. Open to individuals...

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B.O.V.I. vending machine offers on-campus beauty products

Katie Fisher, Science Editor April 9, 2025

Sat between a wall and a Coca-Cola machine on the third floor of Colorado State University's Lory Student Center is a revolutionary vending machine. One that, instead of serving snacks or cold beverages,...

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CSU men’s lacrosse prepares for toughest battle of season against Colorado

Brandon Vetromila, Staff Reporter April 8, 2025

Although lacrosse is not one of the most popular sports at Colorado State, it has a record of being one of the most successful club programs at CSU. Founded in 1964, CSU lacrosse has a long tradition...

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Seymour: More amenities on campus should accept RamCash

Charlotte Seymour, Collegian Columnist April 8, 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. There are two types of students:...

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Susanne Hou, Bryan Wallick perform live violin sonata at CSU’s Organ Recital Hall

Evan Borman, Staff Reporter April 8, 2025

Chinese-Canadian violinist Yi-Jia Susanne Hou performed at Colorado State University's Organ Recital Hall April 1 with pianist and Associate Professor of Music at CSU Bryan Wallick. The two performed...

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Thorn: Crisis pregnancy centers do not care about women

Astrid Thorn, Collegian Columnist April 8, 2025
Chances are, if you live in Fort Collins, you have likely seen the Alpha Center on College Avenue. Though it may not be obvious from its generic name or unassuming exterior, the Alpha Center is a facility that claims to offer services to pregnant people, specifically to individuals experiencing unplanned pregnancies.
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Merriman: The transfer portal is reshaping college sports for better or worse

AJ Merriman, Staff Reporter April 8, 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. The collegiate transfer portal...

Jordan West (20) swings at a pitch during the Colorado State University's game against San Diego State April 6. CSU lost 10-2.

CSU softball game cut short by blowout from San Diego State

Alex Graser, Staff Reporter April 7, 2025

Colorado State was mercy-ruled after five innings, losing to San Diego State 10-2.  The Rams struggled to put up runs against the Aztecs. CSU only had one scoring play in the entire game, coming from...

Thousands of protesters gather at Civic Center Park in front of the Larimer County Justice Center as part of the national "Hands Off" protests April 5. Protesters started at Civic Center Park, encircling 10 total blocks.

Thousands mobilize at ‘Hands Off’ rallies in FoCo, Denver to protest Trump administration actions

Claire VanDeventer, Sam Hutton, and Aubree Miller April 7, 2025

On Saturday, April 5, thousands of Colorado State University students and Fort Collins residents gathered in Civic Center Park for the city's "Hands Off" protest, joining coordinated demonstrations nationwide...

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CSU faculty, researchers discuss circular economy model, future of sustainability

Chloe Waskey, Staff Reporter April 7, 2025

Soil scientist Eugene Kelly and sustainable textile researcher Sonali Diddi delivered a talk April 3 exploring the circular economy model as a potential pathway to a low-carbon economy. The model has become...

Associated Students of Colorado State University presidential candidate Jakye Nunley sits next to vice presidential candidate Joseph Godshall while speaking about the significance of ASCSU to the student body during the public interview and forum in the Lory Student Center April 3. “ASCSU is a body of your peers, your friends, your colleagues and people who are there to support you beyond the classroom and for programming and basic needs,” Nunley said.

ASCSU Elections: Presidential, VP candidates Jakye Nunley, Joseph Godshall outline priorities in public interview, forum

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter April 7, 2025

With the Associated Students of Colorado State University’s elections underway, Jakye Nunley and Joseph Godshall, running unopposed for ASCSU president and vice president, sat down with Collegian TV...

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