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Inside ASCSU: The president is just like you

February 2, 2017
The ASCSU Senate Chambers in the Lory Student Center.

Inside ASCSU: Upcoming bills impacting representation in senate

January 18, 2017

Inside ASCSU: The Mike Lensky Story

December 15, 2016
ASCSU Senate Outreach Officer Isabel Brown with CAM the Ram. Photo credit: Isabel Brown

Inside ASCSU: Why senate is right for you

December 7, 2016
Hanna Johnson, a sophomore political science major, is the Director of Environmental Affairs for ASCSU. Photo credit: Christina Vessa

Inside ASCSU: Where the grass is greener

November 9, 2016
Michael Wells, ASCSU director of finance. Photo credit: Christina Vessa

Inside ASCSU: The man behind the money

October 26, 2016
Josh Williams, ASCSUs Officer of Governmental Affairs is a third-year political science and economics student. Photo credit: Christina Vessa

Inside ASCSU: Campaign Season with the Officer of Governmental Affairs

October 12, 2016
Homecoming float with banner reading Support Local Agriculture, Your Food Our Future from 1984/ Photo credit: University Archives and Special Collections

Inside ASCSU: Five Events to Participate in CSU’s 102nd Homecoming

September 27, 2016
Jacob Stein, ASCSU Supreme Court Chief Justice (Photo: Topher Brancaccio)

Inside ASCSU: What can the Supreme Court do for you?

September 14, 2016
Inside ASCSU: What it Takes to Grill the Buffs

Inside ASCSU: What it Takes to Grill the Buffs

August 31, 2016
Vaniesha Gregory, a student and member of the Black African American Cultural Center, speaks in protest of the student government after an initial no vote of the Diversity Bill. (Photo: Christina Vessa)

Diversity Bill highlights ongoing diversity struggles at CSU

March 24, 2016
Suspect identified, in custody after Fort Collins Kmart standoff

Suspect identified, in custody after Fort Collins Kmart standoff

December 7, 2015
(Photo courtesy of Michael Abrams.)

St. Jude Children’s Hospital to benefit from country film showing at Carmike Cinemas

December 1, 2015
Students and Administration stand on the steps of the Administration Building in protest of the racial discrimination at Mizzou. Photo by Ryan Arb

Recent demonstration supporting Mizzou prompts debate on social justice

November 20, 2015
(Photo courtesy of Lawrence Lam)

UPDATE: Cause still unknown for fire at Prospect Plaza Monday morning

November 16, 2015
CSU students to show support for Missouri protesters Monday at Administration Building

CSU students to show support for Missouri protesters Monday at Administration Building

November 15, 2015
President Tony Frank talked Monday about faculty pay, the future of Hughes Stadium and his Halloween traditions. (Photo Credit: Megan Fischer)

Q & A: President Tony Frank’s take on U+2, sexual assault, Hughes Stadium

October 20, 2015
Authorities attend the accident scene and take care of the bike that the student hit was riding. Photo: Abbie Parr

Bicyclist hit by truck near Hartshorn Health Center Tuesday

October 20, 2015
CSUs flag team performs on the plaza during the 2012 homecoming. (Collegian File Photo)

Homecoming parade road closures, parking

October 15, 2015
(Photo Credit: Kathryn Laws)

Automated external defibrillator awareness event to be held Thursday

October 14, 2015
CSUPD escort man from Morgan Library Tuesday evening. (Photo by: Abbie Parr).

Replica gun in Morgan Library was being used for video game

October 12, 2015
The Old Town smoke-free ordinance extends from Olive Street to Maple Street in downtown, but it still may be hard to enforce. (Photo Credit: Christina Vessa).

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The Old Town smoke-free ordinance extends from Olive Street to Maple Street in downtown, but it still may be hard to enforce. (Photo Credit: Christina Vessa).

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The Old Town smoke-free ordinance extends from Olive Street to Maple Street in downtown, but it still may be hard to enforce. (Photo Credit: Christina Vessa).

[Photo] Regulation without representation: tobacco and e-cigarette stores frustrated with smoking ban

October 7, 2015
The Old Town smoke-free ordinance extends from Olive Street to Maple Street in downtown, but it still may be hard to enforce. (Photo Credit: Christina Vessa).

[Photo] Reed: Old Town smoking ban needs more compromise and less enforcement

August 31, 2017
The Old Town smoke-free ordinance extends from Olive Street to Maple Street in downtown, but it still may be hard to enforce. (Photo Credit: Christina Vessa).

[Photo] Seriously: JUUL stations to be set up around campus

October 22, 2018
The Old Town smoke-free ordinance extends from Olive Street to Maple Street in downtown, but it still may be hard to enforce. (Photo Credit: Christina Vessa).

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The Larimer County Sheriffs is seeking help locating Mario Garcia.

Public help sought in locating fugitive

October 2, 2015
At least 13 dead in Oregon community college shooting Thursday

At least 13 dead in Oregon community college shooting Thursday

October 1, 2015
Court denies up to $5,000 in deferred payments to NCAA athletes

Court denies up to $5,000 in deferred payments to NCAA athletes

September 30, 2015
Pope Francis praises President Obama on climate change action at White House Wednesday

Pope Francis praises President Obama on climate change action at White House Wednesday

September 23, 2015
CSUPD escort man from Morgan Library Tuesday evening. (Photo by: Abbie Parr).

Suspect in custody who brought replica gun into Morgan Library Tuesday

September 22, 2015
(Infographic by Mariah Wenzel)

More than 1 in 4 college women reported sexual assault prior to graduating, study finds

September 22, 2015
Fort Collins man free of criminal charges after killing bear in August

Fort Collins man free of criminal charges after killing bear in August

September 17, 2015
A screen capture from the trailer for the Place Matters documentary.

Documentary on Fort Collins innovation to premiere Thursday at UCA

September 16, 2015
This weeks Roastin with Rick features the sativa-dominant hybrid, Super Lemon Haze from Organic Alternatives smoked out of Kind Creations 12-armed showerhead, single-oil drum.

[Photo] Roastin’ with Rick: Super Lemon Haze

September 10, 2015
Sexually Violent Predator Joshua Doyle was recently released from the Larimer County Jail and into the Fort Collins community. (Photo: Fort Collins Police Services).

Fort Collins police notify community of sexually violent predator

August 28, 2015
(Photo credit: Source)

Sale of new bond package pushes CSU System debt over $1 billion

August 25, 2015
Firework sparks dumpster fire at Corbett Hall

Firework sparks dumpster fire at Corbett Hall

August 21, 2015
A view from the Behavioral Sciences Building. (Photo Credit: Christina Vessa).

Secret study spots around the CSU campus

August 11, 2015
Collegian Cooks: Simple summer sweets

Collegian Cooks: Simple summer sweets

August 10, 2015
CSU alumni discuss their experiences launching businesses post graduation

CSU alumni discuss their experiences launching businesses post graduation

August 5, 2015
Photo Credit: CSU SOURCE.

Parking permit prices rise, new parking lot to open mid-August

August 5, 2015
(Photo courtesy of ASCSU.)

ASCSU members discuss new interim VP, progress, goals

July 29, 2015
(Photo courtesy of Kevin Olson)

Fort Collins Police investigating two physical assaults off campus

July 27, 2015
Sustainability goals encourage collaboration with City of Fort Collins, CSU students

Sustainability goals encourage collaboration with City of Fort Collins, CSU students

July 23, 2015
Police should wear body cameras in all encounters near CSU campus

Police should wear body cameras in all encounters near CSU campus

July 22, 2015
Kristi Bohlender, Executive Director, Colorado State University Alumni Association, May 27, 2015. (Photo Credit: CSU Source).

Bohlender named new executive director of CSU Alumni Association

July 22, 2015
ASCSU President Jason Sydoriak and Former Vice President Taylor Albaugh pose during a senate session in the spring. (Photo Credit: Christina Vessa).

ASCSU Vice President Albaugh resigns

July 21, 2015
Senior natural resource management major Andrea Vanderbilty plants brussel sprouts at the student sustainable farm Monday. The student run farm has volunteer hours every Monday and Wednesday from 2-4pm, welcoming anyone to help in various ways throughout the garden.

CSU named country’s most sustainable university

July 20, 2015
A rendering of the on-campus stadium at CSU, which is expected to break ground in summer 2015.

Stadium design to unite athletics, academics, alumni

July 16, 2015
(left)Noyelle Noyes, Nathan Grubaugh and Ashley-Evanoski-Cole are just three of the SoGES Sustainability Leadership Fellows. This year’s cohort included 20 PhD and Postdoctoral students from interdisciplinary majors at CSU. (Illustration by: Christina Vessa)

CSU names Sustainability Leadership Fellows

July 14, 2015
Collegian Cooks: A succulent summer

Collegian Cooks: A succulent summer

July 2, 2015
Ben Prochazka, Director of Strategic Initiatives for the Electrification Coalition, stands with CSU Alum Ryan Shepler, CSU Student Laurel Heller and CSU Alumna Annie Freyschlag at the Ride & Drive event Friday afternoon. DENC works with students in the Northern Colorado community through internship programs.

Electric vehicle review: A sustainable alternative for students who can afford price

June 30, 2015
An updated rendering of the on-campus CSU stadium. (Photo courtesy of Populous.)

Board of Governors approves $18.5M addition to stadium

June 19, 2015
Photo courtesy of Colorado State University.

Ajay Menon named dean of College of Agricultural Sciences

June 2, 2015
A rendering of the on-campus stadium at CSU, which is expected to break ground in summer 2015.

Meridian Avenue closed as preparation for stadium construction begins

May 20, 2015
Photo by: Christina Vessa.

Gender variables may show salary discrepancies, says professor

May 11, 2015
Photo Courtesy of Colorado State University.

CSU president Tony Frank proposes bond sales to build academic area of stadium ahead of schedule

May 7, 2015
Photo Credit: B.A.R.E Run Facebook

Volunteers for Free the Girls accepting donations

May 6, 2015
Jeff Cook is a third year political science Ph.D. student. (Photo Credit: Christina Vessa).

Graduate Student Council advocates for travel grants, health care

May 4, 2015
Colorado State University Police Department warns of phone scam targeting Larimer County residents

Colorado State University Police Department warns of phone scam targeting Larimer County residents

April 29, 2015
New CSU stadium renderings released

New CSU stadium renderings released

April 27, 2015
Officer Paul Ashe works the swing shift Monday in Parmelee Hall. Colorado State University Police Department has increased their presence in the Residents Halls recently.

Suspicious activity north of campus, according to Public Safety Team

April 22, 2015

Electronic cigarette stores pressured by Fort Collins smoking ordinance

April 21, 2015
Engineering Days at CSU: From renewable energy to Ram Racing

Engineering Days at CSU: From renewable energy to Ram Racing

April 18, 2015
It takes about one week to install a set of solar panels, according to Nick Williamson, Commercial Project Manager for Namaste Solar. Colorado State University plans to install five more sets by June. (Photo by: Christina Vessa).

Green Energy Team proposes sustainable improvements to Natural and Environmental Sciences Building

April 16, 2015
Lambs born to Cam the Ram welcomed by the Colorado State University community

Lambs born to Cam the Ram welcomed by the Colorado State University community

April 14, 2015
Newly-elected mayor Wade Troxell toasts his wife Jean Troxell, and current mayor, Karen Weitkunat, after finding out that he won the election. (Photo credit: Ellie Mulder)

Wade Troxell new Fort Collins Mayor, city council members elected

April 8, 2015
Colorado State Universitys ASCSU candidates. (Photo illustration by Rick Cookson)

Legislative overview of ASCSU presidential candidates

April 6, 2015
Candidates for the 2015 ASCSU presidential campaigns participated in a debate held at the Lory Student Center Theater Wednesday night. (Photo Credit: Christina Vessa)

ASCSU candidates debate in LSC Theater

April 2, 2015
Board of Governors approves new squirrel facility, to be funded through stockpile of nuts

Board of Governors approves new squirrel facility, to be funded through stockpile of nuts

April 1, 2015
ASCSU presidential campaign: Kwon Yearby and Clayton King

ASCSU presidential campaign: Kwon Yearby and Clayton King

March 26, 2015
(Photo courtesy of ASCSU.)

ASCSU elections: Student voice

March 25, 2015
A rendering of the on-campus stadium at CSU, which is expected to break ground in summer 2015.

$239M in bonds for stadium sold Thursday

March 24, 2015
BREAKING: Man linked to assaults to be sentenced to prison

BREAKING: Man linked to assaults to be sentenced to prison

March 23, 2015
(Photo courtesy of ASCSU.)

ASCSU presidential campaigns to begin Monday

March 23, 2015
A rendering of the on-campus stadium at CSU, which is expected to break ground in summer 2015.

Intergovernmental agreement nearing completion, group plans to protest new stadium

March 16, 2015
Childrens toys sit outside the courtyard of Aggie Village South, a community that provides a home to international students and families. (Photo Credit: Kevin Olson)

Aggie Village works to support international students, despite maintenance complaints

March 11, 2015
ASCSU to launch new website without costing students

ASCSU to launch new website without costing students

March 11, 2015
Officer Paul Ashe works the swing shift Monday in Parmelee Hall. Colorado State University Police Department has increased their presence in the Residents Halls recently.

CSU Police Department handles trespassing on campus

March 9, 2015
(Photo courtesy of ASCSU.)

Free parking during finals week, mental health programs discussed by ASCSU

March 4, 2015
Q and A: President Tony Frank talks stadium, Hartshorn and mental health on campus

Q and A: President Tony Frank talks stadium, Hartshorn and mental health on campus

February 25, 2015
A rendering of the on-campus stadium at CSU, which is expected to break ground in summer 2015.

City of Fort Collins, CSU near stadium Intergovernmental Agreement

February 23, 2015
A rendering of the on-campus stadium at CSU, which is expected to break ground in summer 2015.

Members of CSU community work toward stopping the stadium

February 23, 2015
The Energy Carnivale, a steampunk themed event, brought together organizations from around Northern Colorado to educate and raise awareness about sustainable energy practices.

Energy Carnivale unites local organizations, educates for sustainability

February 22, 2015
The new Plant Environmental Research Center is set to open Summer 2015 on the corner of Centre Avenue and Bay Drive.

$7.5M facility to open for the Plant Environmental Research Center

February 16, 2015
CSU President Tony Frank takes a photo with students after the annual Fall Address. (Photo credit: Skyler Leonard)

CSU President Tony Frank to serve as interim chancellor

February 12, 2015
(Gif credit: Giphy.com)

Stress management: taking steps toward relaxation

February 11, 2015
CSU System Chancellor Mike Martin has announced that he will be stepping down from his position March 1. (Photo Credit: CSU System website)

Colorado State University System Chancellor Mike Martin to step down

February 9, 2015
Annie Freyschlag, a CSU alumna and employee of Drive Electric Northern Colorado stands next to a Nissan Leaf at a Ride and Drive event. (Photo Credit: Christina Vessa)

Electric vehicle research, education and interaction on the rise at Colorado State University

January 20, 2015
Student falls from fourth floor of Academic Village building

Student falls from fourth floor of Academic Village building

December 18, 2014
Fort Collins shooting suspect caught after community on alert

Fort Collins shooting suspect caught after community on alert

December 14, 2014
Colorado State alumna kneads a little pot from Colorado

Colorado State alumna kneads a little pot from Colorado

December 9, 2014
Omar Abdulla, a senior electrical and biomedical engineering student, completed a fully electric scooter using recycled materials from only nine hours of labor and $170. (Photo Credit: Christina Vessa)

Engineering student builds fully electric scooter and synthesizes polymer

November 18, 2014
Gender in Global Water Issues: The Nexus of Women, Water and Environmental Governance is a speaker series which will take place on Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Avogadros Number. Exploring the Influence of Gender in Science and the Environment relates the experiences of female scientists at Colorado State University to global environmental issues.

Colorado State University professors to discuss women and water Thursday

November 12, 2014
Andre Foltz, a junior political science major, stops on the CSU Plaza to talk to Jared Polis, D-Colo., about the importance of voting. Foltz thanked Polis for being on the CSU campus Thursday.

Rep. Polis comes to Colorado State University campus encouraging students to vote

October 30, 2014
Chad Pasma, senior civil engineering major and Nick Gorman, sophomore undeclared major, use teamwork to put leaves into a trash bag during Fall Clean-Up on Saturday morning.

Fall Clean-Up connects Colorado State University community and local residents

October 30, 2014
Nick Williamson, Commercial Project Manager for Namaste Solar, stands on top of Braiden Hall as installation begins on the first set of six solar panels at CSU.

First of six solar arrays installed at Braiden Hall

October 29, 2014
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