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Nique Clifford (10) dribbles the ball in Colorado State University's second-round NCAA loss to Maryland March 23. CSU lost 72-71.

Breaking: Nique Clifford drafted in first round by the Sacramento Kings

Sophie Webb, Sports Editor June 25, 2025

From his beginnings as a player who averaged just over five points per game to his transformation into a defining figure for the Colorado State men’s basketball program following his transfer, Nique...

The Colorado State University Administration building faces north March 9, 2024.

America First Legal files civil rights complaint against CSU, alleging ‘Rampant Illegal DEI Programs’

Allie Seibel, Editor in Chief June 25, 2025

The nonprofit law organization America First Legal filed a federal civil rights complaint with the United States Department of Education June 24, alleging Colorado State University's violation of federal...

A graphic with yellow text reading, "Letter to the editor," next to a yellow drawing of a mailbox on a pink background.

LTTE: The staff was removed; the ceremony continues

Guest Author June 25, 2025

The day Rory Spotted Horse stood at a Fort Collins City Council meeting with his eagle feather staff and was told to remove it was not the beginning of the story — and it will not be the end. To many,...

A sign that reads "No Tyrant, No King, No Fascist Regime" is held above thousands of demonstrators preparing to march from the Lory Student Center Plaza to College Avenue as part of the nationwide "No Kings" protest June 14.

‘No Kings’ protest draws thousands in Fort Collins to defend democracy

Chloe Waskey, News Editor June 15, 2025

Editor’s Note: This article was updated on June 15 to correct a previously misattributed quote. Thousands of Fort Collins community members gathered on the Lory Student Center Plaza Saturday morning...

Members of the Colorado State University class of 2025 sit on the field in Canvas Stadium during the universitywide commencement Friday, May 16.

CSU speakers echo belonging, togetherness at first universitywide commencement in Canvas Stadium

Allie Seibel, Editor in Chief May 17, 2025

For the first time in 30 years, a full Colorado State University graduating class tossed their caps in unison. Universitywide Commencement, the first ceremony to be held in Canvas Stadium, recognized...

The March for Workers' Rights protest gathers protesters on the Lory Student Center Plaza May 2. Some of the groups present included the Colorado State University chapter of the Young Democratic Socialists of America and the Poudre Education Association.

Democratic Socialists of America march for workers’ rights, labor unions

Robert Sides, Staff Reporter May 14, 2025

Colorado State University students and Fort Collins city workers marched from the Lory Student Center Plaza to the Federal Building in a demonstration advocating for workers' rights and labor unions Friday,...

An illustration of an anthropomorphic ram holding a soda, surrounded by several movie theater motifs, like a bag of popcorn and some film strips.

‘Yellowjackets’ season 3 is messy, flawed, still worth watching

Chloe Waskey, Staff Reporter May 9, 2025

After nearly two years of waiting, "Yellowjackets" fans finally got a third season of the gripping and emotional story of the stranded, cultish teenagers so many had become attached to. Unfortunately,...

Students sit around large tables with members of Colorado State University administration to speak about federal policy shifts at the Associated Students of CSU Navigating Your Future Round Table, which was organized as an opportunity for students to connect with university administration about their pressing concerns in the Iris and Michael Smith Alumni Center April 29.

ASCSU roundtable highlights leadership commitment amid shifting federal directives

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter May 9, 2025

In light of changing federal directives and uncertainty regarding higher education, Colorado State University leadership met with students Tuesday, April 29, for a roundtable discussion hosted by the Associated...

A group of protesters holds signs up to passing cars on the corner of South College Avenue and Prospect Road May 1. Part of the May Day protests, a nationwide movement pushing back against recent federal activity, Fort Collins residents lined College Avenue to protest actions taken by President Donald Trump's administration.

Community gathers for May Day to oppose Trump policies and defend workers’ rights

Chloe Waskey, Staff Reporter May 9, 2025

Hundreds of Fort Collins community members lined South College Avenue from Mulberry Street to Horsetooth Road in protest of President Donald Trump’s administration and to celebrate International Workers'...

Colorado State University lacrosse huddles up to prepare for the next play in their game against the University of Utah in Fort Collins April 4. CSU won 15-9.

CSU lacrosse looks to continue culture of success, hard work in 2026

Brandon Vetromila, Staff Reporter May 9, 2025

Colorado State lacrosse has a long tradition of success, from their record-high six Men’s Collegiate Lacrosse Association national championships to the outstanding alumni who have passed through the...

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Horoscopes May 5-11

Sophia Masia, Reporter May 6, 2025

These last weeks of the semester hold harmonious transits with plenty of opportunities for growth in store for us. First, I’d like to thank Aquarius placements for standing in between Pluto and my sun...

A colorful design created by senior Nathalia Olvera-Barajas is worn by a model May 3. The Astral Threads Fashion Show was put on in the Lory Student Center Grand Ballroom.

CSU Astral Threads Fashion Show converges creativity, STEM

Aubrey Means, Staff Reporter May 6, 2025

The Astral Threads Fashion Show was presented by Colorado State University’s department of design and merchandising May 2 in the Lory Student Center Grand Ballroom, showcasing the work of 23 student...

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