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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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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 12, 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.
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 12, 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.
A sound board at Ben Haney’s desk behind the DJ Booth under Lory Student Center at Colorado State University Oct. 11. (The Collegian | Grayson Reed)

CU, CSU DJs to face off at Red Bull Turn It Up competition

Lou Leclercq, CU Independent September 12, 2024

In addition to the Rocky Mountain Showdown football game, another face-off will occur this weekend between the University of Colorado Boulder and Colorado State University — this one featuring local...

Seriously: To CAM the Ram from an anonymous Buffalo

Seriously: To CAM the Ram from an anonymous Buffalo

Lincoln Roch, CU Independent September 12, 2024

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

The Flatirons in Boulder, Colorado.

CU, CSU students enjoy spending time outdoors

Celia Frazier, The CU Independent September 11, 2024

Those who have lived in Colorado, no matter what region, are likely accustomed to the state’s love for the outdoors and outdoor activities. Students are no different. Students at both the University...

Students walk to class on campus at University of Colorado on Monday, August 26, 2024.

Kaya: Why Colorado students choose CU Boulder over CSU

Rhett Kaya, 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. As...

Collegian File Photo

Miller: Why Colorado students choose CSU over CU

Aubree Miller, News 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, the CU Independent or their respective editorial boards. As...

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