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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...

The Associated Students of Colorado State University speaker of the senate candidate Brooke Reese speaks about the significance of the student body government next to discussion facilitator Adam Carlson during the interview and public forum event in the Lory Student Center at Colorado State University April 3. “That's what's so unique about student advocacy and student governance, is that we can incorporate whatever amount of voice that people want to bring to the table to the table,” Reese said.

ASCSU Elections: Speaker of the senate candidate Brooke Reese outlines vision in public interview, forum

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter • April 7, 2025

With the Associated Students of Colorado State University’s elections underway, Brooke Reese, who is running unopposed for speaker of the senate, sat down with Collegian TV Channel 11 for an interview...

Head Coach, Jen Fisher stands outside of the Rams dugout cheering them on during the Wagner vs. CSU softball game on March 10th. (Joshua Contreras | Collegian).

CSU softball benefits from 15 years of greatness under coach Jen Fisher

Alex Graser, Staff Reporter • April 7, 2025

Coach Jen Fisher took over the Colorado State dugout 15 years ago, and the Rams haven’t looked back since. Fisher took over as head coach for CSU softball all the way back in 2010 when she left her...

Souza: 'Liberation Day' will have drastic impact on Colorado, CSU

Souza: ‘Liberation Day’ will have drastic impact on Colorado, CSU

Emma Souza, Collegian Columnist • April 7, 2025
There is nothing remotely freeing about April 2, the day Donald Trump coined “Liberation Day” by signing an executive order implementing tariffs on about 60 countries worldwide. Despite his intentions, the only things being liberated are the bills from our wallets and the success of the stock market.
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Horoscopes April 7-13

Sophia Masia, Staff Reporter • April 7, 2025

After four straight months of nasty eclipses and back-to-back retrogrades, the skies will clear this week, and we can finally begin 2025. The week begins with Mercury going direct in Pisces, so we’ll...

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ASCSU senate discusses student visas, introduces accessibility legislation

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter • April 6, 2025

The Associated Students of Colorado State University discussed and voted on multiple pieces of legislation during the 25th session of the 54th senate. Items on this week’s agenda included ensuring...

Update: Two victims die after shooting at Foothills Mall, FCPS suspect gang activity

Update: Two victims die after shooting at Foothills Mall, FCPS suspect gang activity

Allie Seibel, Editor in Chief • April 5, 2025

Editor's note: This story has been updated to add comments provided by the public information officer for Fort Collins Police Services. Fort Collins Police Service are investigating a shooting at Foothills...

Tory Horton closes collegiate chapter with strong pro day performance

Sophie Webb, Sports Editor • April 5, 2025

Perseverance: a typical word in sports but almost an understatement for Tory Horton’s career. The wide receiver chose to forgo the NFL draft after the 2023 season, staying with Colorado State football...

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Lopez: I’m skipping this year’s ASCSU election; they don’t support all students

Dominique Lopez, Opinion Editor • April 2, 2025
Over the four years I have been at Colorado State University, I have only voted in one Associated Students of CSU election. Given the recent diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that may be removed from the university without any input from students or the organization meant to represent us, I can confidently say that I won’t be voting in this year's election either.
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