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The marketing department's Jonathan Zhang co-authored research examining how in-person purchases of "deep" products can lead to greater returns for retailers.

New tool aims to help long-term care facilities decide when, how to test for COVID-19

The dashboard will help facility managers understand the risks of COVID-19 outbreaks.

Transforming Services to Help Families Flourish

Research by the marketing department's Chris Blocker examines how social services providers can apply marketing theory in two-generation service models to break generational cycles of poverty.

Bats and behemoths: How large mammals may help bat diversity in the world’s oldest desert

Theresa Laverty conducted research in the middle of the night with some of the world’s largest mammals.

No more cone? Psychology researchers offer better tool for visualizing hurricane danger

A new study shows that the 'cone of uncertainty' graphic is often misinterpreted and that there are better ways to inform the public about hurricanes.

FORTitude 10K returns to Fort Collins, CSU on Labor Day

It’s back! Organizers of the FORTitude and BOLDERBoulder have announced the return of the FORTitude 10K, which will be run in Fort Collins on Labor Day, Sept. 6.

Enrollment VP Leslie Taylor to retire in December

After more than 23 years at CSU, Leslie Taylor has announced that she will retire from her current role as vice president for enrollment and access at the end of this year.

Building on our land-grant mission across Colorado

The CSU System Board of Governors voted in June to invest an additional $8.58 million, including $1 million in scholarships, over the next three years to expand support for rural Colorado students and communities.

Pitkin Street closed west of Meridian Avenue July 27-28

Pitkin Street will be completely closed to vehicular traffic west of Meridian Avenue for one block for street enhancements and asphalt repairs.

July 12: Masks no longer required on campuses in most locations

Starting Monday, July 12, the Pandemic Preparedness Team will no longer require that masks be worn on university grounds.

THE CONVERSATION ON SOURCE

Is climate change to blame for the recent weather disasters? 2 things you need to understand

Scientists have warned for over 50 years about increases in extreme events arising from subtle changes in average climate, but many people have been shocked by the ferocity of recent weather disasters. A couple of things are important to understand about climate change’s role in extreme weather like this.

How 'In God We Trust' bills are helping advance a Christian nationalist agenda

City vehicles in Chesapeake, Virginia, will soon be getting religion.

Don’t hike so close to me: How the presence of humans can disturb wildlife up to half a mile away

Millions of Americans are traveling this summer as pandemic restrictions wind down.

Biden targets noncompete agreements, which restrict the job opportunities of millions of low-wage workers

Most American workers are hired “at will”: Employers owe their employees nothing in the relationship except earned wages, and employees are at liberty to quit at their option.

RAM FAMILY

Osborne’s ‘Reclamation’ exhibit offers hopeful vision of humanity, planetary future

Complex problems require creative solutions, and artists are visionaries by nature.

Invest in Yourself: Mindfulness and Wellness Fair

The Classified Personnel Council, CARE Program, and Commitment to Campus will be hosting Invest in Yourself: Mindfulness and Wellness Fair on Aug. 4.

A reason to smile: CSU Dreamers to receive dental assistance from KIND

Too often, Dreamers – undocumented young people who came to the U.S. as children – face significant challenges in college, grappling with anxieties over an uncertain future and access to basic needs such as health care in the only country they have ever known as home.

CSU’s Barry Braun participates in select Army ROTC leadership symposium

Braun was one of a select few to participate in the Army ROTC Cadet Summer Training Leadership Symposium's Center of Influence, in which more than 200 universities compete for representatives.

Olympic bound: Five Rams are headed to Tokyo

Five former or current Rams – thought to be the most in one single Olympics for CSU – will be competing alongside the world’s best athletes.

Gary Polakovic named CSU’s first director of research communications

Polakovic will be responsible for overseeing internal and external communications and outreach for CSU's $400 million research enterprise.

The transformational power of transportation: Program provides e-bikes to essential employees in need

Nineteen essential CSU employees recently received the life-changing gift of an electric bike, providing them with reliable, affordable and consistent transportation.

SOURCE SPECIALS

First class of Scott Scholars says farewell to CSU

Meet several graduating Scott Scholars, and learn how the Walter Scott, Jr. Scholarship made a difference for them.

Outstanding Grads Spring 2021

Meet just a few of the outstanding students who have earned their degrees at Colorado State University.

Division of Student Affairs: Partners in Student Success

Student success would not be possible without strong collaborations across CSU. Partners in Student Success is a SOURCE special edition, published in partnership with the Division of Student Affairs, that highlights the power of collaboration and its impact on students.