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Produce on display in the King Soopers on Taft Hill, Fort Collins April 21.

Rising tariffs, rising tension: What CSU students should know

Chloe Waskey, Staff Reporter April 24, 2025

On April 2, President Donald Trump declared the date "Liberation Day" and imposed a series of tariffs on U.S. trade partners. The tariffs, presented as a symbol of American economic independence, were...

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Uncertainty grows across campus following sudden revocation of 16 international student visas

Aubree Miller, News Editor April 23, 2025

Following confirmation that at least 16 international students at Colorado State University have had their visas revoked, some have expressed concern about a lack of response and support from the university....

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Community Consumption Panel sheds light on sustainability at CSU

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter April 21, 2025

On April 16, the Student Sustainability Center and Associated Students of Colorado State University hosted a panel featuring multiple sustainability experts who presented CSU students and community members...

Hot Takes event discusses higher education, federal shifts with CSU faculty

Hot Takes event discusses higher education, federal shifts with CSU faculty

Angelina Hamlin, Staff Reporter April 21, 2025

On April 14, Colorado State University faculty and staff members gathered to discuss their hot takes on higher education. Hot Takes: Higher Education in the Changing Federal Landscape was created as...

Dozens of students fill the senate chambers of the Associated Students of Colorado State University to share their experiences and listen to statements from others about the impact Cultural Resource Centers have had on them Feb. 19.

ASCSU Senate overrides DeSalvo’s veto for budget transparency, supports student protests

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter April 20, 2025

The Associated Students of Colorado State University discussed and voted on multiple pieces of legislation during the 27th session of the 54th Senate.  Items on this week's agenda included addressing...

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CSU community responds to Trump’s actions against ED

Natalee Garcia, Staff Reporter April 17, 2025

The U.S. Department of Education plays a vital role in higher education by establishing guidelines for government financial aid, allocating money, monitoring its utilization and promoting equitable access...

An American and Colorado State flag sit on the desk of a Colorado senator in the Denver Capitol Senate chamber during the Associated Students of Colorado State University's Day at the Capitol event March 10.

How Colorado defied the Rocky Mountain region’s red trend

Chloe Waskey, Staff Reporter April 15, 2025

Colorado is one of two blue states in the Rocky Mountain region, a clear anomaly in a sea of red for almost 20 years. The gradual shift from conservative stronghold to political outlier has left many asking:...

Associated Students of Colorado State University Director of Governmental Affairs Ava Wilkins takes part in the Powermapping and the Power of Storytelling breakout session during the Colorado Higher Education Basic Needs Summit in Denver Wednesday, April 9.

Colorado Basic Needs Summit unites activists, advocates for student well-being

Chloe Waskey, Staff Reporter April 14, 2025

The Associated Students of Colorado State University organized the first-ever Colorado Basic Needs Summit April 9, beginning what they hope to be an annual tradition of collaborative community outreach. Hosted...

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ASCSU senate discusses sustainable living in FSL, HDS emergency room procedure

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter April 13, 2025

The Associated Students of Colorado State University discussed and voted on multiple pieces of legislation during the 26th session of the 54th senate. Items on this week’s agenda included advocating...

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Jakye Nunley, Joseph Godshall elected ASCSU president, VP

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter April 11, 2025

On April 9, Associated Students of Colorado State University members and students packed into the ASCSU senate chambers to hear the results of the 2025 elections and find out who will serve as student...

Poudre Fire Authority firefighters stand outside Aggie Village Walnut April 10.

Breaking: Poudre Fire Authority responds to fire at Aggie Village

Aubree Miller, News Editor April 10, 2025

Poudre Fire Authority responded to a fire reported at Colorado State University’s Aggie Village just before 8 p.m. April 10. A structure fire was reported in Walnut at 7:45 p.m., and emergency vehicles...

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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