CSU scientists play key role in first-ever global report on soil biodiversity
Researchers from multiple colleges contributed to the new report.
LATEST HEADLINES
Academic Advancement Center receives $3.4 million in U.S. Department of Education grants
The Academic Advancement Center is the recipient of two major grants from the U.S. Department of Education.
CSU researchers correctly predicted extremely active 2020 Atlantic hurricane season
The season broke the single-season Atlantic named storm record with 30 named storms and also featured 13 hurricanes and six major hurricanes.
Charkowski and Chong named AAAS Fellows
AAAS Fellows are scientists whose efforts on behalf of the advancement of science, or its applications, are scientifically or socially distinguished.
Research provides new insights on NASA Twins Study and health effects of long-duration space flight
Professor Susan Bailey said the findings have implications for future space travelers establishing a base on the Moon or traveling to Mars.
CSU 2020 graduates take a Commencement Walk across the Oval
Graduates enjoyed a week of glorious weather to celebrate their accomplishments after a particularly challenging year.
CSU researchers bring home lessons from Peruvian farmers
Collaborative learning in the Andes has helped improve local livelihoods – and Colorado agricultural practices.
CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
CSU family breaks records for support on Giving Tuesday
Supporters within the CSU family came through with record donations to support students on Giving Tuesday.
Five research teams selected for Catalyst for Innovative Partnership funding
The teams were selected from a competitive pool of applicants to pursue significant issues in our society using research partnerships to create new opportunities and solutions.
Higher level of COVID-19 restrictions in place
The new restrictions dictate that all employees who can work remotely are required to do so; the University is required to meet limited capacity in all spaces.
Reagan Waskom retiring after over 30 years of service to CSU
Jennifer Gimbel, currently a senior water policy scholar, will serve as interim director of the Water Center.
Free Speech
Give thanks by lending an ear: Listening across difference as sun sets on 2020
As the nation heads toward Thanksgiving and other winter holidays, talking politics with that loud uncle at the socially distanced family gathering may cause some anxiety.
Local communities model greater equity in civic engagement
While there is much more work to do, CSU and Fort Collins community members don’t have to look far for inspiration on how to approach the work with inclusion and intention.
Higher education finance impacts from the 2020 election
Of the many ballot issues this year, the most impactful measures for higher education were Amendments B and 77, Proposition 116, and Proposition 118.
Looking for wins in a losing campaign
There are many ways to look for the small wins in a losing campaign. If time is spent in reflection, those important wins might be discovered and may change your life.
COVID-19
'We roll up our sleeves and get it done.' More than 60,000 COVID tests, and counting
“Seeing the people in action, the great work that’s going on here, it is phenomenal. It’s helping us to beat this pandemic.” -Tom Gonzales, Larimer County Health Director
‘The pandemic got real for me’: one student’s experience in quarantine
CSU experts were instrumental in creating the plans to keep students safer during the pandemic.
CSU art students create medals in the shape of hands for health-care workers
Metalsmithing and jewelry majors participated in a global outreach effort to give medals in the shape of a hand to professionals who have put themselves at risk caring for others during the COVID-19 pandemic.
CSU researchers pivot, pursue, pioneer COVID-19 projects
Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, Colorado State University has received more than $16 million in funding for COVID-19 research projects.
THE CONVERSATION ON SOURCE
The rise and fall of Tab – after surviving the sweetener scares, the iconic diet soda gets canned
While it never regained its lofty status as the top diet soda, loyal Tab fans kept the brand alive.
Tweets reveal Trump’s and Biden’s competing views of masculinity – what that will mean for presidential leadership
A number of tweets went viral over the weekend of Nov. 7 and 8 that showcased a version of masculinity that contrasts sharply with the one projected by Donald Trump.
From Trump to Trudeau, the escalator is a favorite symbol of political campaigns
In June 2015 Donald Trump rode an escalator into the lobby of Trump Tower in New York City to announce his candidacy for president – an escalator ride that quickly became famous.
The U.S. economy's record swings: Four essential reads
The U.S. economy rebounded from its unprecedented coronavirus plunge in the spring with a record surge over the summer, giving the president some good news just days before Election Day.
RAM FAMILY
In memory: Andrew Lannen
Andrew Lawrence Lannen, 24, of Wheaton, Ill., passed away on Thursday, Nov. 19. He was born in Severodvinsk, Russia, on July 28, 1996.
CSU Music Business Program off to a ‘mind blowing’ start
The first course in Colorado State University’s new music business program in the College of Business has brought down the house. An impressive set list of award-winning recording artists and top music execs has provided students a rare glimpse into the industry, complimenting an innovative curriculum envisioned by concert promoter and artist manager Chuck Morris.
University Communications collects more hardware in Colorado PRSA contest
The Division of University Communications recently won honors for 10 of its 13 entries in the Colorado Public Relations Society of America’s 2020 Gold Pick Awards.
Ellen Fisher receives the highest honor of the American Vacuum Society, Plasma Science and Technology Division
Reaching its 23rd year, Ellen Fisher becomes second female to receive the Plasma Prize from the AVS PSTD
Inclusion, identity, innovation: Tackling the wicked problem of racism and exclusion
When Lindsey Schneider was in fourth grade, she learned from an antiquated history curriculum that the Indians of the American West lived in tipis and didn’t exist anymore.
Applications now open for Fall 2021 InTERFEWS traineeship
The Interdisciplinary Training, Education and Research in Food-Energy-Water Systems program is open to CSU Ph.D. students who have applied to or been accepted into their department’s program.
CSU’s Early Childhood Center contributing to youth exhibition at Clyfford Still Museum
The Early Childhood Center at Colorado State University will be participating in a collaborative exhibition that will open at the Clyfford Still Museum in Denver in September 2021.
SOURCE SPECIALS
Your Voice. Your Vote. Your Rights.
CSU Fort Collins, CSU Pueblo and CSU Global are working with the Colorado State University System to launch an initiative called Your Voice, Your Vote, Your Rights.
Life in the Time of Corona
Read the stories of Colorado State University amidst the COVID-19 crisis — the faculty, the researchers, the staff, employees and of course the students who are championing the University's rallying cry: "Together. We Continue."
'Why I wear a mask'
Rams take care of Rams at Colorado State University. Meet just a few of our stalwart Rams, and learn why they wear a mask.
State Your Purpose: Campaign for Colorado State University
The $1 billion State Your Purpose: Campaign for Colorado State University has reached the finish line. The eight-year campaign, timed to conclude during CSU’s 150th birthday, raised $1.28 billion.
UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIPS & INITIATIVES
Third annual CSU Spur water symposium goes virtual, emphasizes power of storytelling
The third annual CSU Spur Water in the West Symposium delivered in a virtual format, enabling participation from a geographically diverse group of speakers and attendees.
New CSU campus in Denver fully under construction, will open in 2022
The CSU System breaks ground on Hydro — the final of three buildings at its CSU Spur campus that is being constructed as part of the future National Western Center.
Student profile: Tyler Wagner, CSU Spur construction intern
Tyler Wagner, a CSU Construction Management student, interned with JE Dunn at the CSU System’s future CSU Spur campus over the summer.
Partnership to increase solar energy generated on CSU campuses
A recently signed partnership with Namasté Solar and Solaris Energy has the potential to double the amount of solar energy on the Fort Collins campuses, bringing the university closer to its goal of 100% renewable electricity by 2030.