Chemists arm drug hunters with latest tool for new drug discovery
The reaction uses phosphorus to stitch together molecular rings called pyridines.
LATEST HEADLINES
New animal welfare course launched for veterinary medicine students
A new animal welfare class helps better equip DVM students to recognize and manage welfare issues across species.
New methods help identify what drives sensitive or socially unacceptable behaviors
CSU researchers have teamed up to solve a key problem for the study of sensitive behaviors like poaching, harassment, bribery and drug use.
Researchers overcome challenges to collect new typhoon observations
Department of Atmospheric Science researchers set sail on U.S. research vessel the R/V Thomas G. Thompson in August and September to study precipitation in the tropical west Pacific.
CSU honored for exemplary engagement initiatives in education and workforce development
The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) has awarded CSU with the 2018 Innovation & Economic Prosperity Talent award. The national award recognizes exemplary initiatives in education and workforce development.
CSU professor wins 'Nobel Prize for anthropologists'
CSU professor Katherine Browne has won the Franz Boaz Award for her exemplary work in anthropology.
2019 Poudre Pioneer Award nominations now being accepted
The Poudre Runs Through It Study/Action Work Group is seeking nominations for its “Poudre Pioneer Award,” and will recognize the honoree at the Poudre River Forum on Feb. 1, 2019.
Website showcases decade of campus physical transformation
Colorado State University is building for success, charting the largest construction boom on campus in more than 50 years that added 4 million gross square feet to campus buildings.
Colorado State University helps launch national effort to boost student access and achievement
Colorado State University is participating in a massive new effort in which 130 public universities and systems will work together to increase college access, close the achievement gap, and award hundreds of thousands more degrees by 2025.
Integrative research team uncovers new clues behind tropical mountains' stunning biodiversity
Lack of seasonal temperature variation in tropical mountains has led to species that are highly adapted to their narrow niches, creating the right conditions for new species to arise in these areas.
CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Nominations for Provost's awards, and others, now open
The campus community is strongly encouraged to consider nominating talented individuals for these prestigious awards.
New website supports search for CSU’s next president
A robust new website providing information about the search for Colorado State University’s next president will serve as a resource for presidential candidates while also providing information about CSU for the general public.
Chief Scott Harris: An open letter to campus about active threats
Plan now to survive an active assailant, and research shows that you are more likely to live through an active assailant attack.
Guest Column: Living wage for employees has positive impacts
A initiative that started in 2016, the new living wage – an annual income of $30,000 as a baseline for salaried employees – has become a source of pride for many at the University.
STATE YOUR PURPOSE
The Jensens have never stopped thanking CSU
As we recognize National Philanthropy Day, Ren and Sharon Jensen set the standard for sustained, generous support.
Perseverance, hard work, and resiliency help bring scholarship recipient to CSU
Freshman D.J. Chapa is the recipient of the Janet J. Fritz Scholarship in Human Development and Family Studies. Chapa overcame several childhood challenges to land on his feet and enroll at CSU.
Thanks a Billion: Scholarships change lives during the State Your Purpose campaign
College of Liberal Arts scholarship recipients have 8.4 million reasons to be thankful.
CSU officials, students, alumni celebrate Michael Smith Natural Resources Building
Donors, students and alumni celebrated the Michael Smith addition to the Warner College of Resources.
THE CONVERSATION ON SOURCE
A sharing economy for plants: Seed libraries are sprouting up
Today, thanks to intellectual property rights and often well-intentioned laws, our ability to share seeds is restricted.
Coloradans reject restrictions on drilling distances from homes and schools
Given the concerns we’ve heard from homeowners in our research, the defeat of the fracking measure demonstrates the industry’s economic power and political clout.
Two economic policies likely to change with Democrats in control of House
Economic issues on which the election outcome will make a meaningful difference: trade and infrastructure.
New findings on ocean warming: 5 questions answered
What this study suggests is that the climate is more sensitive to greenhouse gases than we previously thought.
RAM FAMILY
New team-teaching model in Liberal Arts creates unexpected connections
One might not expect faculty from the English and art departments to team-teach a course on energy, but that’s exactly what’s been happening this semester in a new College of Liberal Arts seminar at Colorado State University.
Book signing for CSU’s Sense of Place Dec. 5
The latest installment of the history of Colorado State University is now available at the CSU Bookstore in the LSC.
Actor Jeremy Holm was a force at CSU long before House of Cards
Jeremy Holm credits his time at CSU for shaping him as an actor.
CSU apparel and merchandising students host sustainable fashion show 'Urban Stars'
On Nov. 9, student members of Fashion Group International and the apparel and merchandising class AM 130 presented a sustainable fashion show titled “Urban Stars,” featuring attire made from leftover materials.
Poudre High School students tour Nancy Richardson Design Center construction site
About 80 Poudre High School students toured the construction site of the Nancy Richardson Design Center at CSU on Oct. 26.
Marine veteran alum found a home at CSU
Despite being based more than 1,100 miles away, Marine veteran Percy Walker found a home - and success - at CSU.
Alumna-led startup brings denim full circle in social enterprise
Sarah Bibbey (B.S.W., '17) is a co-founder and acting director of partnership operations for Make Fashion Clean, a nonprofit organization created to align the intentions of fashion consumers in the USA with the products of artisans in Ghana.
CSU celebrates first-generation students on national day of recognition
CSU’s First Generation University Initiative hosted an event on the Lory Student Center Plaza with cookies, swag, a podcast and fun photo opportunities to recognize first-gen students.
Cindy Kirby is Proud to Be a CSU Ram
Cindy Kirby is a senior ranger at Larimer County's Carter Lake.
CM Cares partners with Extreme Community Makeover to spruce up Denver homes
CSU’s Construction Management Cares program partnered with the Extreme Community Makeover Project in Denver this semester to clean up local residents homes.
EVENTS
Book signing for CSU’s Sense of Place Dec. 5
The latest installment of the history of Colorado State University is now available at the CSU Bookstore in the LSC.
Oscar Felix retirement party Dec. 13
Celebrate 30 years of service to the CSU community.
Streak on the line as CSU volleyball hosts final matches
CSU hosts UNLV and New Mexico with a chance to clinch the Mountain West title and a 24th consecutive NCAA Tournament berth.
Stadium Sessions to feature postgame performances, four bands Nov. 16-17
For the first time, Stadium Sessions at Colorado State University will feature post-game performances at Canvas Stadium, celebrating the conclusion of another great season of free outdoor concerts by top Colorado bands on home football game weekends.