CSU hosts prominent Native designer’s first-ever solo exhibition at the Avenir Museum
The show, “Walking in Beauty: Designs by Orlando Dugi,” opened in early July and runs through the fall semester
LATEST HEADLINES
CSU played key role in restoration of Apollo 11 Mission Control Center
The Public Lands History Center at Colorado State University played an integral role in restoring the Johnson Space Center’s Apollo Mission Control Center that was used during the Apollo 11 moon landing 50 years ago.
Systems engineering becomes newest college department
Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering welcomes the new Department of Systems Engineering into the college, one of the highest ranked interdisciplinary research and education systems programs in the nation.
VIDEO: Ag-Energy Field Day connects energy leaders with CSU research
The Fort Collins field day capped the 10th annual Energy Innovation Summit in Denver, hosted by the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy.
Native American students prepare for college life at Native Education Forum
More than two dozen Native American students from across the country recently gathered at CSU to research Indigenous issues and prepare for the college application process during the university’s annual Native Education Forum.
CO Woody Plants: An arboretum in your palm
A group of CSU faculty and Extension specialists have created a free shrub and tree identification mobile app called CO Woody Plants.
Horse recovers from near death in winter; gives birth to healthy foal in spring
Bijou was bleeding to death when she arrived at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, where veterinarians saved her life. In early June she gave birth to a healthy foal.
CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Parking permits for 2019-20 year on sale now
Annual parking permits are on sale today for the new academic year. New permits will be required starting Aug. 15.
Sign up for Faculty Fall Ramp-up Aug. 5-7 at Morgan Library
As the fall semester approaches, CSU faculty are invited to participate in the annual Faculty Fall Ramp-up
Tracy Nelson named director of Colorado School of Public Health at CSU
Tracy Nelson, a professor in the CSU Department of Health and Exercise Science, has been named director of the Colorado School of Public Health at CSU.
Summer campus closures
Latest updates to street, sidewalk and other construction closures around campus.
WELCOME, PRESIDENT MCCONNELL
McConnell takes the mound as new CSU president at Rams at the Rockies
Joyce McConnell warmed up for her first day as CSU’s 15th president by warming up a gathering of 600-plus alumni and friends at Coors Field as part of the annual Rams at the Rockies celebration.
CSU President Joyce McConnell making headlines
Before taking the helm as the 15th President of CSU, Joyce McConnell was out and about over the past few days making a difference in the community.
McConnell joins Frank in championing Feeding Our Future campaign
Presidents Joyce McConnell and Tony Frank speak at the Feeding Our Future event at the Food Bank for Larimer County.
Joyce McConnell feels right at home in Human Dimensions of Natural Resources
Colorado State University’s new president, Joyce McConnell, J.D., has chosen the Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources in the Warner College of Natural Resources as her academic home.
RAM FAMILY
A passion for fashion and a heavy dose of STEM education = Fashion FUNdamentals
When you think of fashion, you may not immediately associate it with science and technology. A summer program for middle-school girls at Colorado State University aims to inspire girls’ interest in the STEM disciplines through the lens of the apparel industry.
Grandparents are the focus of CSU professor’s new book
Christine Fruhauf recently served as co-editor of the book Grandparenting: Influences on the Dynamics of Family Relationships.
In memory: Bradley Jay Thomas
Bradley Jay Thomas, of Fort Collins, born on October 3, 1975, died on July 3, at the age of 43.
Professional Development Award – now accepting applications
Applications for Professional Development Awards from CSU’s Commitment to Campus are now open. The deadline to apply is July 31.
CSU Extension’s Brent Young receives educator award
Brent Young of CSU Extension is the recipient of a top honor given by one of the nation’s leaders in strengthening women’s roles in modern farm and ranch enterprises.
CSU STEM Center hires Sample McMeeking as new director
The Colorado State University science, technology, engineering and mathematics community has a new champion in Laura Sample McMeeking, who became director of the CSU STEM Center on July 1.
Division of Student Affairs celebrates staff at awards ceremony
The Division of Student Affairs recently celebrated individual staff members and teams that exude the traits of what it means to be a professional at CSU.
THE CONVERSATION ON SOURCE
Western states buy time with a 7-year Colorado River drought plan, but face a hotter, drier future
As Midwest states struggled with record spring flooding this year, the Southwest was wrestling with the opposite problem: not enough water.
Climate crisis: Migration cannot be the only option for people living on 'drowning' islands
A closer look at the story of the largest coral atoll in the world sheds light on the issues facing those living on such islands all around the world, and the inadequacy of current international policy.
U.S. agriculture needs a 21st-century New Deal
We believe U.S. agriculture needs to make a systemwide shift that cuts carbon emissions, reduces vulnerability to climate chaos and prioritizes economic justice.
The US economy likely just entered its longest ever expansion – here's who benefited in 3 charts
In theory, economic growth should represent a higher standard of living. Unfortunately, economic growth during the current expansion has neither been deep nor broadly distributed among most Americans.
UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIPS & INITIATIVES
CSU System to break ground on urban campus in 2020
A project five years in the making will soon be the Colorado State University System’s newest location in the state.
NOCO Style: CSU prepares to plow new ground at the National Western Stock Show
Executive Vice Chancellor Amy Parsons talks about CSU's involvement with the redevelopment of the National Western Center in Denver.
Broncos, CSU hosting sports management Rookie Camp
The Denver Broncos Sport Management Institute at CSU is inviting high school students to campus to check out the unique program.
Grant will support pet care, veterinary student training in Southwest Alaska
A new grant from PetSmart Charities will allow students from CSU and the University of Alaska Fairbanks to assist with veterinary care in remote communities.
STATE YOUR PURPOSE
Christopher Snow honored with mid-career Nelson Family Faculty Excellence Award
Christopher Snow, associate professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering, has been named the recipient of the Nelson Family Faculty Excellence Award – a prestigious honor designed to help the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering support researchers with potential.
Frank creates scholarship fund to benefit students in President’s Leadership Program
In one of his last acts as president of Colorado State University, Tony Frank has created a new scholarship to benefit undergraduate students in the President’s Leadership Program.
CSU, JBS partner to create game-changing facility
The new JBS Global Food Innovation Center in honor of Gary & Kay Smith lifts CSU's College of Agricultural Sciences to new heights.
Donations to Fermentation Science and Technology Program keep pouring in
The Fermentation Science and Technology Program at Colorado State University has received two new contributions to support innovative technologies in the growing program.
EVENTS
Environmental journalist Ketcham talks about his new book July 23
His debut book is "This Land: How cowboys, capitalism and corruption are ruining the American West.”
Employee groups hosting a 'Discover Work Life Balance at CSU Fair' Aug. 7
The Administrative Professional Council and Classified Personnel Council are inviting all CSU faculty, staff and their families to attend a "Discover Work Life Balance at CSU Fair" on Aug. 7.
Lagoon concert series at CSU : The Country Music Project plays July 17
The Country Music Project will perform at Colorado State University’s Lagoon Concert Series Wednesday, July 17.
Apollo 11 Moon Landing 50th Celebration: Free event July 19
The Department of Physics at CSU will host a free, all-ages event at the Madison-Macdonald Observatory to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing.