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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

The Student News Site of Colorado State University

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

The Student News Site of Colorado State University

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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A graphic of a ram with the phases of the moon around its head to the left of the words, Horoscopes by The Collegian, on a blue background of little constellations.

Horoscopes Sept. 11-17

Abby Flores, Staff Reporter September 14, 2023

Horoscopes can be applied to your sun, moon and rising signs. Dear stars, Happy Virgo season! A new moon in this sign is coming up on Sept. 14, encouraging us to start new health regimes, stay organized...

Rivalry in the Rockies: History of CSU vs. CU football, volleyball

Rivalry in the Rockies: History of CSU vs. CU football, volleyball

Ben Fairly, Sports Reporter September 14, 2023

Editor’s Note: Read the Spanish version of this article here. One of college sports' oldest rivalries officially returns this week as Colorado State takes on Colorado in football and volleyball. Rams...

Artist Tyler Boeyink's mural "Winnie's Paradise" colors a wall near Downtown Ace Hardware in Old Town Fort Collins Sept. 11. Boeyink completed another
mural in fall 2022 for the annual Fort Collins Mural Project.

What’s public art like in Fort Collins vs. Boulder?

Jack Fillweber, Staff Reporter September 14, 2023

When visiting a town, there are many factors that contribute to how enjoyable the experience will be. Oftentimes, the focus is on the restaurants, bars or shops. Public art can be an overlooked factor...

CSU vs. CU: Comparing arts and theater at rival universities

CSU vs. CU: Comparing arts and theater at rival universities

Sophia Masia, Staff Reporter September 14, 2023

With the Rocky Mountain Showdown just around the corner, all eyes are on the rival football teams, but the art department is another way to support your school of choice.  Colorado State University’s...

How CSU, CU compare in scientific programs

How CSU, CU compare in scientific programs

Allie Seibel September 14, 2023

Colorado State University and the University of Colorado Boulder are both very strong science schools; they each have the reputation and credibility of bolstering strong degree options for students in...

CSU, CU tackle opioid crisis; Colorado continues solutions

CSU, CU tackle opioid crisis; Colorado continues solutions

Ivy Secrest, Content Managing Editor September 14, 2023

Divided by mascots but united in state pride, Colorado State University and the University of Colorado Boulder have one common interest: The well-being of their cities.  In Colorado, the opioid crisis...

CSU students unable to secure tickets to Rocky Mountain Showdown

CSU students unable to secure tickets to Rocky Mountain Showdown

Allie Seibel, Editor in Chief September 14, 2023

Many Colorado State University students experienced disappointment when they found out student tickets were not provided for free for the Rocky Mountain Showdown football game in Boulder, Colorado. Traditionally...

Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado.

Showdown says goodbye to 2 decades of Mile High

Ayla Sanchez, News Editor September 13, 2023

With rivalries that run old and deep, traditions are expected, including where an iconic game like the Rocky Mountain Showdown will be played.  For two decades, Colorado State University and the University...

Throw down at the showdown: A preview of what to expect

Throw down at the showdown: A preview of what to expect

Damon Cook, Sports Editor September 13, 2023

The 92nd edition of the Rocky Mountain Showdown is set for kickoff on what will probably be the most viewed meeting between Colorado State and Colorado in the history of the rivalry.  Part of the reason...

Nate Haas, owner of Krazy Karl's Pizza and Colorado State University graduate, poses for a portrait at the Krazy Karl's location off of Timberline Road Sept. 12.

CSU alumnus, owner of Krazy Karl’s bleeds green, gold

Ivy Secrest, Content Managing Editor September 13, 2023

The return of the Rocky Mountain Showdown may be the reigniting of an old tradition for many Colorado State University fans, but for newcomers, it can be hard to understand what this game is and why it...

Seriously: CSU mascot uniform destroyed; CU student suspected

Seriously: CSU mascot uniform destroyed; CU student suspected

Dominique Lopez, Opinion Director September 13, 2023
These Colorado State University and University of Colorado Boulder rivalries are seriously starting to get out of hand. Just last night while I was scrolling on the news, I learned that there is a case being made against a person in CAM’s office chanting sko’ buffs down the halls.
Untold story of Andy Warhol performed through ballet

Untold story of Andy Warhol performed through ballet

Hailee Stegall, Staff Reporter September 12, 2023

Andy Warhol is a paragon of modern pop culture. Most people learn his name in an elementary school art class or see a Campbell’s soup can, and from that point forward, he’s the first person many think...

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