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An illustration of Cam the Ram in a scary Pennywise costume. he has long, red claws, and to the left of the drawing is the word "Cam" written in blood.

Seriously: Killer Rams are rampaging Mountain West

Mason Ford, Staff Reporter • October 30, 2024

Editor’s Note: This is a satire piece from The Collegian’s sports section. Real names and the events surrounding them may be used in fictitious/semi-fictitious ways. Those who do not read the editor’s...

Members of the Colorado State University Marching Band play trumpet during the CSU Fight Song Oct. 30th. The band performed at the opening of the football game against Boise State University in Canvas Stadium. (Connor McHugh | The Collegian)

CSU Marching Band: Exploring history of CSU’s largest student organization

Janaya Stafford, Staff Reporter • October 25, 2024

The Colorado State University Marching Band is comprised of around 250 members with students from every college working toward various degrees. This diverse group of musicians is a staple in CSU sports...

Photo from homecoming weekend in vol. 69 of Silver Spruce, 1974.

CSU archives show fashion strutting through decades

Aubree Miller, News Editor • October 23, 2024

History is always repeating itself, and that is especially true in the fashion world. The rule of thumb for the fashion cycle is 20 years, but due to social media trends and the rise of fast fashion, that...

Man wearing a grey suit sitting at a desk, points at his computer.

Honoring excellence: CSU alumni among 2024 Best Teacher Award recipients

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter • October 23, 2024

This year, the Colorado State University Alumni Association awarded six professors the Best Teacher Award, honoring those who leave lasting impacts on their students. Of this year's recipients, three are...

Associated Students of CSU Vice President Braxton Dietz, President Nick DeSalvo, Chief Justice Morgan Wright, and Speaker of the Senate Hayden Taylor stand on the steps of the Administration Building Tuesday, Sept. 9.

ASCSU vs. CUSG: Comparing policies, politics, personalities

Sam Hutton, News Editor • September 12, 2024

Although the Associated Students of Colorado State University and the University of Colorado Boulder Student Government differ in terms of organization, funding and procedure, among other things, they...

Spicer: Dear Boulder

Spicer: Dear Boulder

Maddie Spicer, The CU Independent • September 12, 2024

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian, the CU Independent or their respective editorial boards. Dear...

The student section of the Rocky Mountain Showdown football game Sept. 16, 2023. The University of Colorado Boulder hosted the game at Folsom Field.

While CSU sports tickets are free, CU students pay for chance to watch games

Jessi Sachs, The CU Independent • September 11, 2024

Despite a long-held rivalry, the University of Colorado Boulder and Colorado State University are relatively similar institutions. Located some 45 miles apart, the two universities are both tier 1 research...

Viewed from behind, a performer looks down while holding his guitar in his left hand, his arm fully extended in a dramatic manner.

Secrest: Forget sports — FoCo music scene wins every time

Ruby Secrest, Arts and Entertainment Editor • September 11, 2024

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. When discussing Boulder and...

The marquee of The Fox Theater on The Hill in Boulder, Colorado.

Leclercq: From students to local musicians, Boulder music scene brings authenticity

Lou Leclercq, The CU Independent • September 11, 2024

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian, the CU Independent or their respective editorial boards. The...

An illustration of an anthropomorphic ram about to eat a burger and fries next to a sign reading, Today's special: Buffalo burger.

Seriously: To Chip the Buffalo from CAM the Ram

Emma Souza, Collegian Columnist • September 11, 2024
As the official mascot of Colorado State University, I would first like to fully acknowledge our longstanding history as the two biggest public universities in Colorado. I respect and understand why we have a feud because, as in many other parasocial relationships, there’s always one celebrity and one fanboy. Not to imply the beef is one-sided, but while you’re the only one spitting it out, here we like to swallow. You make it hard, though — buffalo burgers really taste like shit.
University of Colorado Boulder fans celebrate during the Rocky Mountain Showdown game against Colorado State University at Folsom Field in Boulder Sept. 16. CU won 43-35.

Cook: Lamenting last year’s loss will lead to torment of Buffs

Damon Cook, Sports Editor • September 11, 2024

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. There’s no way around it:...

A graphic illustration with several cutouts of different colors showing the sun setting behind the mountains with a lake and forest in the foreground.

Lopez: Dear Fort Collins

Dominique Lopez, Opinion Editor • September 11, 2024
Where do I begin? The community you provide for students at Colorado State University is undeniably the best. With opportunities to go to the mountains, hang out in Old Town and even attend classes right in the heart of the city is amazing.
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