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Rocky Mountain Showdown Collaboration

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 13, 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 12, 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 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 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 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. 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 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.
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 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 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 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.
University of Colorado Boulder football coach Deion Sanders smiles at the crowd at Folsom Field before the Buffs' game against North Dakota State University Aug. 29.

Norvell vs. Sanders: Coaches’ similarities, differences mirror their schools’ rivalry

Lincoln Roch and Charlie Hewitt • September 12, 2024

Leading up to last year's Rocky Mountain Showdown, talk across the nation focused on the long-standing rivalry between the University of Colorado Boulder and Colorado State University. At center stage...

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...

North Dakota State University's Marcus Gulley (0) deflects a pass intended for the University of Colorado Boulder's Jimmy Horn Jr. during the schools' football game at Folsom Field Aug. 29.

Colorado’s inconsistent season sets up for meeting with Colorado State

Baylan Wysuph, The CU Independent • September 12, 2024

At the end of season two of coach Deion Sanders’ docuseries "Coach Prime,” he said 2023’s 4-8 season was one of “hope” and that he gave football at Colorado an exciting breath of fresh air. Granted,...

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...

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