Fourth annual ACT Human Rights Film Festival celebrates human resilience
On Friday, April 5, the fourth annual ACT Human Rights Film Festival returns to Fort Collins for a nine-day run, closing the evening of Saturday, April 13.
LATEST HEADLINES
Founders Day Medal celebrates CSU's best of the best
Meet all those who have been honored with the Colorado State University Founders Day Medal.
Learning how (and how not) to learn
Psychology researchers have written a book outlining a science-backed approach to learning, complete with practical tips on how to study effectively.
Long work hours and health: A surprising new finding
Colorado State University faculty earn commendation for research on the surprising relationship between long working hours and our well-being.
2019 Rams football schedule released
The first home game of the regular season at Canvas Stadium is set for Sept. 7 against West Illinois.
Videos help faculty understand importance of inclusive technology
CSU Ventures supports video series by Assistive Technology Resource Center that explains why-to of accessible materials.
College of Business Dean Walker named one of state's 25 most powerful women
Congratulations to College of Business Dean Beth Walker, who was recently recognized by the Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce as one of the Top 25 Most Powerful Women in the state.
CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
CSU 2019-20 holiday schedule
The State Personnel Board has given academic institutions the authority to substitute days that coincide with the academic schedule for the 10 designated legal holidays.
Interested in CSU's future? Come to Strategic Plan forum
If you have some ideas about how to shape CSU's future, come to the Strategic Plan Forum.
2019 Engagement Scholarship Consortium call for proposals
This year the CSU Office of Engagement is hosting the conference along with other Western region institutions.
Survivor Irving Roth featured speaker for Holocaust Awareness Week
Roth, 90, will discuss his experiences in Auschwitz and Buchenwald on Wednesday, Feb. 20, at 7 p.m. in the Main Ballroom of the Lory Student Center.
THE CONVERSATION ON SOURCE
When newspapers close, voters become more partisan
Local newspapers help protect American democracy by giving people the information they need to hold local government accountable. They also provide an alternative to national news that is often focused on partisan conflict.
Fossil fuels are bad for your health and harmful in many ways besides climate change
The coal, oil and natural gas industries are also major contributors to human rights violations, public health disasters and environmental devastation.
Steaming lakes and thundersnow: 4 questions answered about weird winter weather
Extreme cold weather can produce unusual phenomena, from so-called sea smoke to slushy ocean waves, caused mainly by the behavior of water at very cold temperatures.
Small streams and wetlands are key parts of river networks – here's why they need protection
The Trump administration is proposing to redefine a key term in the Clean Water Act that describes which streams, lakes, wetlands and other water bodies qualify for federal protection.
UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIPS & INITIATIVES
CSU Water in the West Symposium poised to address challenges, showcase solutions
Colorado State University will host its second annual Water in the West Symposium on March 13-14 to convene diverse experts and thought leaders to collaborate on one of the greatest global issues: water.
CSU and Rocky Mountain PBS partner to broadcast bite-size science
'Conversation Starters' explain research questions tackled by university experts on The Conversation.
CSU Todos Santos Center offers variety of sustainability courses
Educating students and community members about sustainable practices in tourism, agriculture, and other subjects has become a cornerstone for Colorado State University’s Todos Santos Center in Baja California Sur (BCS), Mexico.
CenturyLink, Denver Broncos and CSU join forces to inspire kids with science
CenturyLink has donated $30,000 this year to the Little Shop of Physics.
RAM FAMILY
Science through the eyes of poets
Scientists and poets find a new way of communicating their respective areas of expertise.
CSU student works to reduce waste in the fashion industry
Nogah Seidemann, a senior in the Department of Design and Merchandising and recipient of the prestigious Udall Scholarship, not only cares deeply about the design and production of clothing, but about doing so in an eco-friendly, sustainable manner.
In memory: Neil Bryson Ericson
Neil Bryson Ericson, 27, passed away on February 8.
School of Education assistant professor honored for work in multicultural counseling
School of Education Assistant Professor Jessica Gonzalez was recently honored for her outstanding teaching and research in multicultural counseling by the Rocky Mountain Association for Counselor Education and Supervision.
In memory: Max Kearns Lowdermilk
Max Kearns Lowdermilk, 88, passed away on Friday, Oct. 5, at Friendship Village in Tempe, Arizona.
Best of the best: Six outstanding teachers to be honored
Six of CSU's top teachers will be honored March 27 at the annual Best Teacher Awards banquet.
Feminist Thought and Activism Conference accepting proposals through Feb. 20
Student proposals are being accepted until Feb. 20 for the Feminist Thought and Activism Conference, which will be held March 30 in the Lory Student Center. 2019 marks the 14th year of the Feminist Thought and Activism Conference (formerly the Women’s Conference) at CSU.
STATE YOUR PURPOSE
City tennis icon gives CSU program landmark gift
Local tennis icon Evelyn Hoeven has teamed with family friend Tim Sanford to provide the largest gift in the history of the CSU women's tennis program.
Love of fitness inspires alumna’s planned gift to support Health and Exercise Science at CSU
A lifelong love of health, fitness, and science has inspired alumna Jane Sullivan’s support of the Department of Health and Exercise Science.
Heavenly gift: Local priest creates new faculty position at CSU
Father Don Willette's generosity has created a new faculty position in the College of Liberal Arts.
You did it again: Giving Tuesday shatters records
Remarkable support from the Ram Family has allowed CSU's Rams Against Hunger program to grow tenfold in just five years.
EVENTS
Nine speakers to be featured at TEDxCSU 2019 on March 9
TEDxCSU 2019 will take place March 9 in the Lory Student Center Theatre, featuring nine live talks as well as interactive exhibits where innovators and audience members can engage in spreading ideas.
Rotary Clubs of Fort Collins present Daryl Davis April 9
The Rotary Clubs of Fort Collins will present a speech April 9 by Daryl Davis, a noteworthy author and musician best known for his work on improving race relations in America.
Author Lisa See talks about anticipated new novel March 10
Best-selling author of 'On Gold Mountain' will speak Sunday afternoon at the Hilton Fort Collins.
CSU to host 65th annual World Unity Fair March 2
International Programs will host the annual World Unity Fair on campus on Saturday, March 2.
Aspen Grille celebrates Black History Month with B/AACC - Feb. 21 and 22
Staff members of the Aspen Grille have planned a special menu to celebrate Black History Month with B/AACC on Feb. 21 and 22.
CSU Theatre cracks up over One Man, Two Guvnors by Richard Bean
A fairly new play, One Man, Two Guvnors by Richard Bean, opens on Friday, Feb. 15, at the UCA.
Little Shop of Physics to host 28th annual open house
On Saturday, Feb. 23, the Little Shop of Physics will host its 28th annual open house.
Human rights attorney opens Dean’s Signature Speaking Series
Ray Bouchet, an attorney who helped secure more than $3 billion in settlements and verdicts protecting human rights and the environment, opens the College of Business’ Dean’s Distinguished Leadership Series on Feb. 21.