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Colorado State University's chapter of FarmHouse Fraternity sits at 633 W. Lake St. in Fort Collins Sept 7.

[Photo] 60-year-old FarmHouse Fraternity set for new development

September 11, 2025
A building with a metal sign out front reading "FarmHouse."

Colorado State University's chapter of FarmHouse Fraternity sits at 633 W Lake Street in Fort Collins Sept 7.

Colorado State University's chapter of FarmHouse Fraternity sits at 633 W Lake Street in Fort Collins Sept 7.

A young woman dressed in a "Jurassic Park" costume holds a dinosaur head and enthusiastically roars while riding her bike in a crowded Fort Collins Tour de Fat cycling parade Aug. 23. Tour de Fat is an annual event for community members to dress in costumes, bike and drink beer.

Gallery: Tour de Fat celebrates 25th year of uniting FoCo with bikes, booze

Aria Paul, Sofia Raikow, and Daryn Whitmoyer
August 25, 2025
A crowd gathers before Murder By Death performs at Tour de Fat Aug. 23. The performance was part of the band's farewell tour after being active for 25 years.

The members of Murder By Death take a bow following their performance at Tour de Fat Aug. 23. The performance was part of the band's farewell tour after being active for 25 years.

Adam Turla, lead vocalist for Murder By Death, sings and shakes a tambourine during the band's performance at Tour de Fat Aug. 23.

David Fountain performs during the Murder By Death concert as a part of Tour de Fat Aug. 23. The performance was part of the band's farewell tour after being active for 25 years.

Adam Turla, the lead vocalist for Murder By Death, plays guitar during the band's performance at Tour de Fat Aug. 23. The performance was part of the band's farewell tour after being active for 25 years.

Emma Tiemann plays the violin during Murder By Death's performance at Tour de Fat Aug. 23. The performance was part of the band's farewell tour after being active for 25 years.

The crowd gathers before the stage during Murder By Death's performance at Tour de Fat Aug. 23. The performance was part of the band's farewell tour after being active for 25 years.

[Photo] Tour de Fat rides around FoCo for 25th year

Riley Paling, Staff Reporter
August 25, 2025
Murder By Death performs during Tour de Fat Aug. 23. The performance was part of the band's farewell tour after being active for 25 years.

A person dressed as Dragon from "Shrek" gives the crowd some love after winning the dance competition, earning them a bike during Tour de Fat Aug. 23.

Two emcees at Tour de Fat share a display of affection during the dance competition Aug. 23.

A group of people dressed as Guy Fieri hit a giant globe before Murder By Death's performance at Tour de Fat Aug. 23.

A participant dressed as a cowboy twirls a lasso while riding a bike during Tour de Fat Aug. 23.

A participant dressed as Elvis Presley rides a small bike during the Tour de Fat bike parade Aug. 23.

Participants begin biking the route for Tour de Fat Aug. 23.

A participant dressed as Cap'n Crunch waves and rides their bike during the Tour de Fat parade Aug. 23.

Participants pick up speed during the Tour de Fat bike parade Aug. 23.

A college student kneels in front of the table with signs that say "Cleaning for Spring? Donate Unwanted Denim Here" in bold letters.

[Photo] Local artist repurposes worn denim into sustainable art

Annamarie Burford, Staff Reporter
May 1, 2025
Neva Morgan, a Colorado State University junior studying Ecosystem Science and Sustainability, folds a denim jacket in the Natural Resources building April 29. Morgan is collecting denim for her mother, Megan Morgan, an artist who is "creating a sculpture from donated jeans, exploring transformation and sustainability," according to her collection flier. "We've had conversations about greenwashing, making sure what she's actually doing is sustainable and there's been an impact in some way," Neva said.

Abby Edwards (34) hits the ball during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Jordan West (20) swings at a pitch during the Colorado State University's game against San Diego State April 6. CSU lost 10-2.

[Photo] CSU softball game cut short by blowout from San Diego State

April 7, 2025
Kaylynn English (28) catches a ball at first base to get an out during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Reagan Wick (12) pitches the ball during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Kaylynn English (28) tries to tag a player out at second base during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Kaylynn English (28) tries to tag a player out at second base during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Reagan Wick (12) pitches the ball during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Morgan Coleman (17) swings on the ball during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Jordan West (20) hugs a member of the Colorado State Softball team after hitting a home run during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Jordan West (20) is congratulated by her teammates after hitting a home run to earn two runs during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

The Colorado State University softball team celebrates after Jordan West (20) scored a home run to earn two runs during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

[Photo] CSU softball benefits from 15 years of greatness under coach Jen Fisher

Alex Graser, Staff Reporter
April 7, 2025
Jordan West (20) swings during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Jailey Wilson (10) catches the ball at first base during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Jordan West (20) throws the ball to first base during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Jordan West (20) fields the ball during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Kyra Smith (19) throws the ball during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Giselle Bentley (14) pitches during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

A Colorado State University softball player swings during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Jailey Wilson (10) makes a catch during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

The crowd watches as Colorado State University softball takes on San Diego State University April 6. The Rams lost to the Aztecs 10-2 in 5 innings.

Kaylynn English (28) swings at the ball during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Senior Morgan Coleman throws the ball during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Senior Morgan Coleman (17) catches the ball during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

Giselle Bentley (14) pitches the ball during the match against San Diego State University April 6.

The Denver-based band Fresh Fruit! performs during the FoCoMX Kick Off Party at Odell Brewing Company March 14.

[Photo] Upcoming FoCoMX lineup revealed at Odell Brewing Kick Off Party

Riley Paling, Staff Reporter
March 24, 2025
Ronan Andrews of Fresh Fruit! sings and plays keyboard during the FoCoMX Kick Off Party at Odell Brewing Company March 14.

Chad Miller, associate professor at Colorado State University, begins his talk, "Tiptoeing Through the Tulips: Exploring a Colorful History," at the Fort Collins Welcome Center March 12. In 1636, tulip prices rose quickly and then plummeted the next year, demonstrating a market trend known as "tulip mania," Miller explained.

[Photo] Ram Talks: Chad Miller discusses tulips’ enduring impact on status, history

Sananda Chandy, Staff Reporter
March 16, 2025
Chad Miller, Associate Professor at Colorado State University, addresses historic tulip bulbs during his talk, "Tiptoeing Through the Tulips: Exploring a Colorful History" at the Fort Collins Welcome Center March 12. In 1636, tulip prices rose quickly and then crashed the next year, also known as "Tulip Mania," Miller explained.

Chad Miller, Associate Professor at Colorado State University, shows a tulip to the audience during his talk, "Tiptoeing Through the Tulips: Exploring a Colorful History" at the Fort Collins Welcome Center March 12. In 1636, tulip prices rose quickly and then crashed the next year, also known as "Tulip Mania," Miller explained.

Chad Miller, Associate Professor at Colorado State University, explains "tulip mania" during his talk, "Tiptoeing Through the Tulips: Exploring a Colorful History" at the Fort Collins Welcome Center March 12. In 1636, tulip prices rose quickly and then crashed the next year, also known as "Tulip Mania," Miller explained.

Chad Miller, Associate Professor at Colorado State University, begins his talk, "Tiptoeing Through the Tulips: Exploring a Colorful History" at the Fort Collins Welcome Center March 12. In 1636, tulip prices rose quickly and then crashed the next year, also known as "Tulip Mania," Miller explained.

A person stands in front of shelves with skulls of animals on top.

A person stands holding a skull in front of a 3-D scanner.

[Photo] CSU technology aids in new evidence of early human ancestors in Europe

Hana Pavelko, Staff Reporter
March 6, 2025
A person's hands are pointing to indents on a bone.

Paper hearts with words on them sit on a table along with markers.

Gift baskets sit on a table.

A person is holding a sex toy.

A person is holding a sex toy

Many tables are set up with people behind them and people are mingling and talking,

Two people lean over a table writing on slips of paper

A person behind a table talks to others in front of the table.

Three people look at various items spread out on a table with candy and forms.

[Photo] SAFE Center's Sweet Shop promotes sex positivity, inclusivity

February 13, 2025
Two people stand behind a table talking to four people in front of the table.

Three people stand behind a table, one is holding a dental dam.

Three people stand behind a table, one is pointing at something on the table while another person listens.

Giveaway items line a table.

Two people stand behind a table talking while two others stand in front of the table listening.

Two people stand behind a table with papers and sex toys on it while three people look at the table.

Two people stand behind a table with items on it, three people stand in front of the table looking at the first two.

Three people stand in front of a table.

Emergency contraceptives and candy sit on a table.

Three people stand behind a table with items on it talking to another person.

A person using a chainsaw to cut into ice.

An ice sculpture sits on display

A person using a chainsaw to cut into ice.

A person using a chainsaw to cut into ice.

A person using a chainsaw to cut into ice.

A person using a chainsaw to cut into ice.

A person using a chainsaw to cut into ice.

A person using a chainsaw to cut into ice.

A person using a chainsaw to cut into ice.

A person using a chainsaw to cut into ice.

A person puts a chunk of ice onto a larger piece.

A person using a chainsaw to cut into ice.

Tools sit on a table in front of two ice sculptures.

A person using a chainsaw to cut into ice.

A person using a chainsaw to cut into ice.

A person using a chainsaw to cut into ice.

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