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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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Junior Isaiah Stevens (4) makes a free throw in the second half of a game Nov. 12, 2021.

Ram athletes stay busy, pro Denver sports win over summer

Braidon Nourse, Sports Editor August 17, 2022

What a special summer it has been for Colorado State University athletics and professional sports in Colorado. Two elite athletes from different CSU sports were drafted over the summer onto professional...

Colorado State University fans hold up their hands and cheer during the CSU basketball game vs University of Wyoming at Moby Arena

Do’s and don’ts for Ram fans on game day

Taylor Paumen, Content Managing Editor August 16, 2022

Colorado State University is back in full swing as the student population returns to campus, but more excitingly, Moby Arena and Canvas Stadium are waiting to be filled up once again. For first-time...

Photo courtesy of Colorado State University Housing & Dining Services

Get the most out of your dining hall experience

Serena Bettis, Editor in Chief August 16, 2022

Moving into the dorms and starting life away from your family, your home and your own kitchen can be daunting — especially if you’re like me and are a picky eater.  You’ve probably already seen...

Everyday Joe's Coffee House, a nonprofit in Old Town, functions as an art gallery, a coffee shop and as a church on Sundays with services at 9 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.

5 Fort Collins coffee shops that aren’t Starbucks

Falyn Sebastian, Digital Managing Editor August 16, 2022

Whether you’re in dire need of a quick pick-me-up or you want a mediocre excuse to leave campus, I personally find coffee shops are a great solution. To kick off the new school year (and possibly a new...

illustration of attention-deficit/hyper-activity disorder

You are not alone in managing ADHD in college

Samy Gentle, Staff Reporter August 15, 2022

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder affects about 4.4% of adults in the United States, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Applied to the 28,000 students on the Colorado State University...

A graphic of a ram with the phases of the moon around its head to the left of the words, Horoscopes by The Collegian, on a blue background of little constellations.

Horoscopes Aug. 15

Sam Medley, Social Media Coordinator August 15, 2022

Horoscopes can be applied to your sun, moon and rising signs.  AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18)  Embrace change, Aquarius. Due to the recent full moon in your sign, many things have come to light,...

A joint sits filled with ground cannabis flower, waiting to be rolled and sealed

CSU ensures you’ll be out of a ‘high’ school forever

Bella Eckburg, Opinion Director August 15, 2022
Colorado has a long history with cannabis, and Fort Collins is now home to a plethora of dispensaries, but that doesn't mean you can light up on campus.
Marijuana plants in the vegetation room at Seed & Smith in Denver, Colorado

Welcome to weed: A guide for newcomers

Taylor Paumen, Content Managing Editor August 13, 2022

Becoming a cannabis connoisseur doesn’t happen overnight. Just like anything else, being an educated stoner takes practice, courage and a personal touch of creativity. While most people learn the angles...

Doctors Dale Lockwood and Diana Wall from Colorado State University's School of Global Environmental Sustainability pose for a photo outside of Johnson Hall

Contribute to sustainability on campus with these clubs, courses

Ivy Secrest, Life and Culture Director August 13, 2022

If you are new to the Colorado State University campus this fall, you may immediately notice the commitment to being green that is prevalent all around you.  From classes your advisor has suggested...

The Laurel Village dorms sit with Durward Hall and Westfall Hall in the background Feb. 2, 2021.

Stella: Don’t knock the dorm experience

Michael Stella, Collegian Columnist August 12, 2022
First-year move-in is an exciting time that marks the beginning of your college experience, but it can feel stressful for a lot of reasons, and it is OK to feel that stress. It is likely the first time you are leaving home for an extended period of time, and you might not know anyone at Colorado State University. For out-of-state students, moving to a new state is stressful on its own.
Colorado State head football coach Jay Norvell leads the participants of the Spring Youth Camp out of the tunnel April 23.

What to know for CSU football’s 2022 season

Kaden Porter, Staff Reporter August 12, 2022

After winning just three games and finishing on a six-game losing streak last season, excitement has been restored as Ram football fans await a team with a new look this season. With the 2022 Colorado...

LFTE: Welcome to The Collegian, your source for independent news

LFTE: Welcome to The Collegian, your source for independent news

The Editorial Board August 12, 2022

Editor’s Note: All letters from the editor reflect the views of the editorial board only and do not represent a stance taken by The Collegian. Dear readers, Welcome to The Rocky Mountain Collegian,...

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