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A representative from the The British Virgin Islands displays her cultural dress during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from Oman performs a hymn during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Representatives from Oman display their countries' flag during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Representatives from Oman display their cultural dress during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from The Nederlands is interviewed during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from The Nederlands is interviewed during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from The Nederlands is interviewed during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Representatives from Indonesia perform a cultural dance during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from Indonesia displays their cultural dress during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from Indonesia displays their cultural dress during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Representatives from France are interviewed during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from France displays their cultural dress during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from France displays their cultural dress during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from Ethiopa displays their cultural dress during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from Ethiopia displays their cultural dress during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from Vietnam displays their cultural dress during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from Vietnam displays their cultural dress during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Representatives from Vietnam display their cultural dress during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from Mexico is interviewed during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from Mexico is interviewed during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from Mexico shares a dance with an audience member during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A representative from Senegal and India recite a poem together during the Council of International Student Affairs organized fashion show. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Bradford Stahl, an art and art history major, enjoys a concert at the local Aggie theater. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Conor Horgan (left) and Rory O'Neill (right) field questions after the showing of their documentary 'The Queen of Ireland' during the ACT Human Rights Film Festival. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Conor Horgan (left) and Rory O'Neill (center) field questions after the showing of their documentary 'The Queen of Ireland' during the ACT Human Rights Film Festival. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

The crowd during the ACT Human Rights Film Festival give Conor Horgan and Rory O'Neill's 'The Queen of Ireland' a standing ovation. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Conor Horgan and Rory O'Neill field questions after the showing of their documentary 'The Queen of Ireland' during the ACT Human Rights Film Festival. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Conor Horgan (left) and Rory O'Neill (right) field questions after the showing of their documentary 'The Queen of Ireland' during the ACT Human Rights Film Festival. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Blake Edwards, a freshman computer science major, received an NFC chip implant in his left hand between his thumb and index finger. The NFC chip can be used for controlling some wireless devices and writing information to. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

[Photo] College of Natural Sciences welcomes new data science major

February 22, 2018
Blake Edwards, a freshman computer science major, received an NFC chip implant in his left hand to be used for controlling some wireless devices and writing information to. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Blake Edwards, a freshman computer science major, received an NFC chip implant in his left hand to be used for controlling some wireless devices and writing information to. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

[Photo] CSU student discusses computer chip implant

Haley Candelario
April 17, 2017
CSU's Passover Seder event Tuesday night is hosted by the Chabad Jewish Student Organization. All photos were taken before sunset in accordance with Jewish tradition. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

CSU's Passover Seder event Tuesday night is hosted by the Chabad Jewish Student Organization. All photos were taken before sunset in accordance with Jewish tradition. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Oliver White was introduced to FoCo Cafe by a friend of his and from day one he started volunteering to help repay the cost of his meals. This 'volunteer to eat' program put in place by FoCo Cafe helps people like Oliver who are living on food stamps and need to make the most of it. To him, the most surprising feature of the Cafe was their "totally different system" based on numerous eco-friendly practices such as composting and reusing materials. This came as a sharp contrast to the other volunteer organizations and churches Oliver had donated his time to. By far the most important part of FoCo Cafe to Oliver is the environment, "everyone feels appreciated" and "never judged". (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

(From left to right) Sarah Kaiser, Savanah Chetham, Alanna Pipkin and Broc Bainter from the CSU Invictus Initiative chapter try to spend every other Saturday volunteering at FoCo Cafe to give back to their community. The Denver-based humanitarian organization believes in fighting toxic charities which are "organizations that do not create or support sustainable humanitarian practices". To do this, The Invictus Initiative travels both internationally and locally to "build relationships first that ensure long lasting trust with individuals and communities". The volunteers continue to return to FoCo Cafe due to their relationships first approach with customers in addition to sustainable food and business practices. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Spring and her significant other Paul are a familiar sight at FoCo Cafe, often visiting up three times a week to volunteer their time for a hot meal. Frequently Spring will play her dulcimer to accompany Paul's bagpipes, much to the delight of the Cafe's customers. It was as I packed up my gear that Paul inquired if I would take a picture of Spring and her dulcimer. Unfortunately, due to some recent health issues resulting in surgery and her hunt for a job, I was unable to get a full interview with her. However, her warm smile and caring attitude made it clear she was an important part of the FoCo Cafe family. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Sheryl Martin started volunteering weekly at FoCo Cafe after searching for a sustainable organization in need of volunteers. What surprised her the most was FoCo Cafe's "whole environment of love and appreciation" along with their commitment to serving individuals from all walks of life "whether you are a Muslim, Christian or Jew". Outside of just the restaurant, the ideas implemented by FoCo Cafe are "setting a good example for serving the poor" given our nation's desperate need to "play catch up" when it comes to providing for the homeless. Having spent over a month volunteering with the Cafe, Sheryl looks forward most to "interacting with the customers and passing out love". (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Cathy Morgan, the co-owner of Maxline Brewing, volunteers at FoCo Cafe on her own and with her business since being introduced to the restaurant by a co-worker. What surprised her the most was "how FoCo Cafe is such a welcoming, non-judgemental gathering place for everyone". Each volunteering sessions brings something new, whether its "slicing and dicing vegetables, wrapping silverware, wiping floors or filling salt shakers", everything helps. For her company, Maxline Brewing, FoCo Cafe is a perfect fit with their "Craft. Community. Culture." slogan. By giving back to the community Maxline hopes to separate itself as "more than just a business". (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Manuela Girotti, an Italian immigrant and postdoctoral fellow in mathematics at CSU, found FoCo Cafe after searching online for a local volunteering opportunity. Reminded of a restaurant she encountered on her universities campus run by students for the community, Manuela loved the concept of caring for those in need locally. What surprised her the most was FoCo Cafe's emphasis on providing "organic and quality food" to their customers since "everyone deserves good food". Manuela's favorite jobs revolve around preparing food and talking with customers, "I love cooking, chopping vegetables and talking with the customers". FoCo Cafe has also provided her a means of "getting to know people and her city" while "helping build a tighter community". (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Reggie Sterling, one of FoCo Cafe's most frequent volunteers, was introduced after his church minister brought it up during a homelessness and community outreach sermon. Prior to the Cafe, Reggie had spent three years volunteering with a local rescue mission helping those in need. What surprised him the most was FoCo Cafe's dedication to the community, "here everybody cares for the community and support comes from all sides to keep the place open". In addition to providing meals to everyone in the community, FoCo Cafe also helps "sustain local farmers in producing organic food for better healthy eating". It's this deep connection between consumers and producers that make the Cafe stand out and brings Reggie back time and time again. Here he can help give the homeless and those in need a place to get "a hot meal, a smile, and empowerment". (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Send Silence Packing, in coordination with Active Minds, the CSU Health Network and ASCSU, is a traveling exhibit that addresses student suicide in college. Visitors are invited to walk among the roughly 1,100 backpacks representing student suicides in the US every year. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Send Silence Packing, in coordination with Active Minds, the CSU Health Network and ASCSU, is a traveling exhibit that addresses student suicide in college. Visitors are invited to walk among the roughly 1,100 backpacks representing student suicides in the US every year. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Students read letters telling the stories of those who have committed suicide while in college. Brought to CSU by Active Minds, CSU Health Network and ASCSU, Send Silence Packing is a traveling exhibit that addresses student suicide during its tour of colleges around the US. Visitors are invited to walk among the roughly 1,100 backpacks representing student suicides in the US every year. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Students read letters telling the stories of those who have committed suicide while in college. Brought to CSU by Active Minds, CSU Health Network and ASCSU, Send Silence Packing is a traveling exhibit that addresses student suicide during its tour of colleges around the US. Visitors are invited to walk among the roughly 1,100 backpacks representing student suicides in the US every year. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Send Silence Packing, in coordination with Active Minds, the CSU Health Network and ASCSU, is a traveling exhibit that addresses student suicide in college. Visitors are invited to walk among the roughly 1,100 backpacks representing student suicides in the US every year. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

A student reads letters telling the stories of those who have committed suicide while in college. Brought to CSU by Active Minds, CSU Health Network and ASCSU, Send Silence Packing is a traveling exhibit that addresses student suicide during its tour of colleges around the US. Visitors are invited to walk among the roughly 1,100 backpacks representing student suicides in the US every year. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

[Photo] Fredrickson: Tragedy should not be laughed about

January 17, 2018
Shields remains closed as construction crews prepare for completion of another underpass in April. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Shields remains closed as construction crews prepare for completion of another underpass in April. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Shields remains closed as construction crews prepare for completion of another underpass in April. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Shields remains closed as construction crews prepare for completion of another underpass in April. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

CSU student Saddam Qahtan Waheed return to Colorado after he and his wife had their travel plans interrupted by the travel ban. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

[Photo] Iraqi Ph.D. candidate returns to U.S. after travel ban

Erin Douglas
March 16, 2017
CSU student Saddam Qahtan Waheed return to Colorado after he and his wife had their travel plans interrupted by the travel ban. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

CSU student Saddam Qahtan Waheed return to Colorado after he and his wife had their travel plans interrupted by the travel ban. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Larry Bloom, a now retired professor of psychology at CSU, is the father of CSU grad Molly Bloom. Her book, Molly's Game, is now the subject of a movie detailing her life as a 'poker princess'. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Larry Bloom, a now retired professor of psychology at CSU, is the father of CSU grad Molly Bloom. Her book, Molly's Game, is now the subject of a movie detailing her life as a 'poker princess'. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

[Photo] New book-to-movie adaptation has connection to daughter of CSU faculty

Nate Day
March 8, 2017
Nico Carvacho dunks against Utah State defender Quinn Taylor helping the team to a 69-52 win Feb. 7 (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

[Photo] The Big Chile: Carvacho’s expanding role for CSU

Justin Michael
March 6, 2017
Stephanie Bess is a theater major by day and track star by night. Specializing in pole vault, Stephanie has been competing since her junior year of high school and now stars on CSU's track team. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Stephanie Bess is a theater major by day and track star by night. Specializing in pole vault, Stephanie has been competing since her junior year of high school and now stars on CSU's track team. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Stephanie Bess is a theater major by day and track star by night. Specializing in pole vault, Stephanie has been competing since her junior year of high school and now stars on CSU's track team. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Stephanie Bess is a theater major by day and track star by night. Specializing in pole vault, Stephanie has been competing since her junior year of high school and now stars on CSU's track team. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Stephanie Bess is a theater major by day and track star by night. Specializing in pole vault, Stephanie has been competing since her junior year of high school and now stars on CSU's track team. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Stephanie Bess is a theater major by day and track star by night. Specializing in pole vault, Stephanie has been competing since her junior year of high school and now stars on CSU's track team. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Stephanie Bess is a theater major by day and track star by night. Specializing in pole vault, Stephanie has been competing since her junior year of high school and now stars on CSU's track team. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

[Photo] Gian Clavell’s ex-girlfriend, Stephanie Bess, speaks out on domestic abuse case

Tatiana Parafiniuk-Talesnick
March 7, 2017
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Ben Malament on washboard is joined by Lorenzo Loera on vocals during their performance in the Aggie Theater Wednesday night (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Lead vocalist Lech Wierzynski and washboard player Ben Malament from the California Honeydrops jam out Wednesday night in the Aggie Theater (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Ben Malament on washboard is joined by Lorenzo Loera on vocals during their performance in the Aggie Theater Wednesday night (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

(From left to right) Beau Bradbury, Lech Wierzynski, Ben Malament, Lorenzo Loera and Johnny Bones from the California Honeydrops perform for a packed house Wednesday night in the Aggie Theater (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Lead vocalist Lech Wierzynski from the California Honeydrops takes the stage Wednesday night in the Aggie Theater (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Gipsy Moon opens for The California Honeydrops Wednesday night in the Aggie Theater (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Gipsy Moon opens for The California Honeydrops Wednesday night in the Aggie Theater (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Gipsy Moon opens for The California Honeydrops Wednesday night in the Aggie Theater (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Gipsy Moon opens for The California Honeydrops Wednesday night in the Aggie Theater (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Lead vocalist Lech Wierzynski from the California Honeydrops takes the stage Wednesday night in the Aggie Theater (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Ben Malament on drums from the California Honeydrops jams out Wednesday night during their performance in the Aggie Theater (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Greta Gohring, a freshman biological chemical engineer, loves her bass guitar. The two met in the fourth grade and have stayed very close since then. Their favorite activities include jam sessions and private practice (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Kate Border, a freshman art major with a concentration in painting sits with her 29 succulents, a collection she grew from just a handful at the beginning of the semester. Kate is also a member of the horticulture club, one of the sources of her large plant collection (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Kate Border, a freshman art major with a concentration in painting sits with her 29 succulents, a collection she grew from just a handful at the beginning of the semester. Kate is also a member of the horticulture club, one of the sources of her large plant collection (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Jordan Sandoval, a freshman bio-medical sciences major, loves her boyfriend Robert Scarselli, a freshman Micro Biology major. They met at orientation during the start of their freshman year and frequently do homework together. Behind them is the D&D map Jordan played with her friends the night prior (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Aaron Tayah, a junior construction management major, loves his girlfriend Milena Castaneda, a sophomore social work major. They met six months ago in the Native American Cultural Center, a resource for Native Americans in the LSC, and have been dating for four months. The two especially enjoy playing Pokemon and spending time in the Native American Cultural Center (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Brandy Ortiz, the program coordinator at El Centro, loves her husband Darian Ortiz. They have known each other for 14 years and been married for three. The two frequent El Centro, a Hispanic resource center located in the LSC (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Jake Cameron, a senior statistics major loves his girlfriend Amanda Thompson, a senior economics major. The two met at a friends get-together one and a half years ago and together they frequent the Asian/Pacific American Cultural Center located in the LSC (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Armani Flemings-Pride a sophomore animal sciences major loves their girlfriend Kassidy Robertson, a freshman ethnics studies major. They met at the beginning of the year but didn't really talk until the pride retreat to the mountain campus. The two frequent the LGBTQ+ 'Pride' center on campus located in the LSC. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Zoe Austermann, a chemical and biological engineering major, lives with her emotional support cat Nora. Zoe is the fourth floor RA in the engineering dorms and their favorite activities include cuddling and midnight snacks (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Zoe Austermann, a chemical and biological engineering major, lives with her emotional support cat Nora. Zoe is the fourth floor RA in the engineering dorms and their favorite activities include cuddling and midnight snacks (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

[Photo] PHOTOS: Valentine's Day Couples

February 13, 2017
Caleb Carpenter, a freshman computer science major stands with his beloved computer he built at the beginning of the school year. Caleb says they "spend a lot of time together" with favorite activities including listening to music and playing video games (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Andrew Jones, a freshman mechanical engineer loves his girlfriend Elizabeth Dominic, a freshman civil engineer. The two met when Elizabeth and her roommate were going around meeting everyone in their dorm during the first weeks of school. Since then the two enjoy going on ski trips and working on homework together (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Tracey Wick, a freshman a chemical and biomedical engineer, loves his girlfriend Shreeti Patel with which he is currently in a long distance relationship. They met in New Mexico one and a half years ago during a summer high school session (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Joann Ginal, a member of the Colorado House of Representatives spoke to a crowd of roughly 1,200 about the importance of Planned Parenthood. This event was organized by FoCo Local Girl Gang (Davis Bonner | Collegian) Photo credit: Davis Bonner

[Photo] Over 1,000 gather for Planned Parenthood rally in Fort Collins

Hailey Deaver
February 11, 2017
Community members of all shapes and sizes gather in Old Town Square to stand in solidarity with Planned Parenthood (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Imogene Stringer makes her own sign for the Planned Parenthood solidarity rally in Old Town Square. Roughly 1,200 attended this event was organized by FoCo Local Girl Gang (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Renate Justin (right) stands with roughly 1,200 others showing solidarity with Planned Parenthood in Old Town Square. This event was organized by FoCo Local Girl Gang (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Renate Justin (right) stands with roughly 1,200 others showing solidarity with Planned Parenthood in Old Town Square. This event was organized by FoCo Local Girl Gang (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

An estimated 1,200 community members gather in Old Town Square to stand in solidarity with Planned Parenthood. This event was organized by FoCo Local Girl Gang (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

An estimated 1,200 community members gather in Old Town Square to stand in solidarity with Planned Parenthood. This event was organized by FoCo Local Girl Gang (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

Jared recites passages from the Bible and engages rally participants in theological conversation during FoCo Local Girl Gang's Planned Parenthood solidarity rally. (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

An estimated 1,200 community members gather in Old Town Square to stand in solidarity with Planned Parenthood. This event was organized by FoCo Local Girl Gang (Davis Bonner | Collegian)

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