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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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Colorado voter culture — a silver medal in voter representation

Colorado voter culture — a silver medal in voter representation

Ivy Secrest, Life and Culture Director October 18, 2022

The state of Colorado has the second-highest voter turnout in the United States, according to Ballotpedia. Colorado has adopted policies and general attitudes that have created a robust voting culture. “Our...

Midterm voter guide: Candidates for CO governor, lt. governor

Midterm voter guide: Candidates for CO governor, lt. governor

Piper Russell, News Editor October 18, 2022

Five pairs of candidates are running for Colorado governor and lieutenant governor, jobs that implement state laws and oversee the Colorado executive branch primarily. Heidi Ganahl/Danny Moore Republican...

Midterm voter guide: Larimer County commissioner, clerk, treasurer

Midterm voter guide: Larimer County commissioner, clerk, treasurer

DJ Vicente, Miles Buchan, and Serena Bettis October 18, 2022

In the November election, Larimer County voters will elect a commissioner for District 1, a county clerk and recorder and a county treasurer. The commissioner district encompasses Timnath, Wellington and...

Midterm voter guide: Larimer County assessor, surveyor, sheriff, coroner

Midterm voter guide: Larimer County assessor, surveyor, sheriff, coroner

Alex Hasenkamp, Alex Wilson, and Ivy Secrest October 18, 2022

Positions for the Larimer County assessor, surveyor, sheriff and coroner are up for election on the November ballot. According to the Larimer County assessor webpage, "the county assessor is responsible...

Stella: Colorado can help Biden gain a better Democratic foothold

Stella: Colorado can help Biden gain a better Democratic foothold

Michael Stella, Collegian Columnist October 18, 2022
We're nearly two years into President Joe Biden's term, and America has been witness to enormous legislative accomplishments from the Democratic president and Democratic Congress. Despite having the fourth equally split Senate in American history, Biden has found a way to get the job done and deliver to the American people. The United States Senate is a difficult place for the Democratic trifecta to get legislation passed because legislation requires a majority vote to pass, and with the Republican Party's reluctance to do anything for the American people, it is an uphill battle.
Midterm voter guide: Candidates for state offices

Midterm voter guide: Candidates for state offices

Allie Seibel, Katherine Borsting, and Emmalee Krieg October 18, 2022

Some of the state offices on the Colorado November ballot are secretary of state, state treasurer and attorney general. The secretary of state is in charge of elections among several other divisions,...

Midterm voter guide: Representative to the 118th US Congress — District 2

Midterm voter guide: Representative to the 118th US Congress — District 2

Ivy Secrest, Life and Culture Director October 17, 2022

Colorado's second congressional district is currently represented by Democrat Joe Neguse; however, constituents will decide between Neguse and his opponents based on their respective campaigns Nov. 8.  Joe...

Midterm voter guide: Candidates for District 52 representative

Midterm voter guide: Candidates for District 52 representative

Emmalee Krieg, Staff Reporter October 17, 2022

State representatives serve in a state-level legislative branch. Their position is meant to represent people within their voting district concerning state laws. While upholding the state’s constitution,...

Midterm voter guide: Candidates for US senator

Midterm voter guide: Candidates for US senator

Sam Hutton, Staff Reporter October 17, 2022

The election for the available United States Senate seat in the state of Colorado is underway. Four candidates have been outlined as challengers to unseat incumbent Michael Bennet at Capitol Hill, all...

Eckburg: How to get the most out of your Homecoming weekend

Eckburg: How to get the most out of your Homecoming weekend

Bella Eckburg, Opinion Director October 13, 2022
Homecoming week is a time for Rams of the past and present to reunite and celebrate their Ramily in a week of fun and football.  Whether you’re hosting a tailgate and grilling some bratwursts or killing time before Saturday’s kickoff, Fort Collins has a lot of activities for you to give your visiting family the full FoCo tour. Here are five things you should know to make the most out of Colorado State University and Fort Collins’ Homecoming offers.
CSU football looks for Homecoming win against 2-4 Utah State

CSU football looks for Homecoming win against 2-4 Utah State

Kaden Porter, Staff Reporter October 13, 2022

After sneaking out of Reno, Nevada, with their first win of the season last week, Colorado State University football will try to stay undefeated in Mountain West Conference play when they host Utah State...

Photo Illustration of an indica dominant sugar wax, Gel Head

Strain Review: Gel Head — an appetizing, easy smoke

Taylor Paumen, Content Managing Editor October 13, 2022

As the leaves continue to change colors and fall to the ground, Coloradans know the first snowfall is just around the corner. The winter brings habits of staying inside and being warm while binging the...

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