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Still seeking answers, family of CSU student who died in dorm files lawsuit

Hannah Parcells and Allie Seibel • November 14, 2024

In the early morning hours of Oct. 2, 2022, Colorado State University student Sydney Meegan died in Durward Hall. Two years later, her family is still seeking justice. Sydney Meegan was a first-year...

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Stephenson: CSU emergency text alerts should be mandatory

Leah Stephenson, Collegian Columnist • November 14, 2024
Emergency alerts for students at Colorado State University are not mandatory via text. However, keeping phone notifications optional can jeopardize student safety during times of danger. Making text alerts mandatory for all CSU students is the best way to keep everyone on campus safe.
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Patton Veterans Project hosts film festival honoring veterans’ experiences

Quinlan Kelleher, Staff Reporter • November 14, 2024

The Patton Veterans Project hosted a film festival and music gala Monday, Nov. 11, in the Lory Student Center Theatre at Colorado State University to showcase films in the I Was There Film Workshop and...

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Waskey: It’s time to demand a Democratic Party that fights for change

Chloe Waskey, Collegian Columnist • November 14, 2024
The results of the 2024 election have left me disappointed. I am disappointed that this nation chose the prospect of a good economy over human rights. I am disappointed that my generation voted for former President Donald Trump, proving that we are no different from the ones that came before us. I am saddened to picture the long-term impacts of another Trump presidency. But most of all, I am disappointed in the Democratic Party.
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James Webb Space Telescope offers game-changing perspective of universe 

Miles Buchan, Staff Reporter • November 13, 2024

Nearly 1 million miles from the planet soars one of the most advanced telescopes ever created. It scans the vast cosmos using state-of-the-art detection instruments and data processing methods while...

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5 techniques to improve your home cooking

Will Engle, Copy Editor • November 13, 2024

For many, cooking at home can be a daunting task. What starts as cooking a nice meal inevitably leads to piles of dishes, unfortunate food waste and a result that never seems to live up to the expectations...

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CSU football aspires to add hardware with victory over Wyoming

Michael Hovey, Sports Editor • November 13, 2024

Every game counts, but the Border War is worth more than most. For Colorado State football, the game against Wyoming is more than just another matchup: It’s another chance to redefine the team. After...

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Seymour: Searching for off-campus housing is demanding

Charlotte Seymour, Collegian Columnist • November 13, 2024
As the semester comes to an end, most first-year students are thinking about completing assignments, taking holiday breaks and seeing family. Searching for off-campus housing is doubtlessly at the bottom of everyone’s to-do list.
Rams Improv Comedy Troupe members Michael Spacone and Teddy Herms act out the day of an audience member, putting a nightmare spin on the performance Nov. 10.

Rams Improv Comedy delivers quick-witted gold to FoCo comedy scene

Claire Vogl, Copy Chief • November 13, 2024

Teamwork, openness and originality: These three skills are embedded in the fabric of the Rams Improv Comedy Troupe at Colorado State University. If you’ve ever wanted to witness a Saturday Night Live-level...

Jalen Lake (15) looks to the other end of the floor in Colorado State University's game against the University of Denver Nov. 12 in Moby Arena. CSU beat DU 74-65.

CSU men’s basketball finds path to victory over DU despite sluggish play

Damon Cook, Sports Editor • November 13, 2024

Life gave Colorado State men's basketball lemons that had already been squeezed. Coach Niko Medved said that he felt like his team didn’t have any juice in their 74-65 victory over Denver in Moby...

People hang out at the Poudre River Whitewater Park during the day Sept. 17, 2020. The park sits right next to the Colorado State University Powerhouse Energy Campus. Visitors can swim and tube down the rapids.

CSU water conservation initiatives work toward sustainability goals

Hayley Bisant, Staff Reporter • November 12, 2024

Colorado State University is on a mission to be more sustainable, and one goal that accompanies this is continuing to seek out ways to conserve water. It begins with development. The university conducts...

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Surfside 7: Fort Collins’ vibrant hub where live music thrives

Riley Paling, Staff Reporter • November 12, 2024

Nestled in the heart of Fort Collins, Surfside 7 has become a beloved institution for local music lovers and touring acts alike. Known for its laid-back vibe, eclectic lineup and intimate setting, the...

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