CSU's business students take top honors in global competition
For the second consecutive year a team from the College of Business won the Ptak Student Supply Chain Case Competition.
In memory: John "Doc" Cheney
Beneath the shadow of the Rocky Mountains, John "Doc" Cheney peacefully passed on Feb. 5.
Born to Howard and Johanna Cheney August 22, 1930, Dr. Cheney, lived in Estes Park as a child and graduated from Estes Park High School. He worked for Steads Ranch and was a horse wrangler for tourists. He spent 4 years in the US Air Force, received his Bachelors of Science degree in 1958 from Colorado State University, and went on to complete his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine and Masters of Science degrees at CSU. 
He was on the veterinary staff at CSU from 1960 to 1964 before pursing private practice in Benkelman, Neb., for two years and spending a year as a research veterinarian for the Monsanto Chemical Company. Research was his passion and the focus of his career. In 1967 he was recruited by CSU to be on a veterinary team in Nairobi, Kenya, as Colorado Chief of Party. Dr. Cheney took his wife and two daughters on a 5 year journey to Kenya where he, along with staff members from 4 other countries, taught at the veterinary college in Kabete, Kenya, and was instrumental in the development of a DVM degree program and numerous improvements in the livestock sector in Senegal. Besides the many friends he made through his experience in Kenya, Dr. Cheney and his family had the opportunity to enjoy numerous safaris on the African plains and visited many countries in Europe and Asia.
Upon returning to the United States, he took a teaching position at CSU in the School of Veterinary Medicine as head of the Parasitology Section in the Diagnostic Laboratory and became known to faculty, colleagues and students as "Doc." He gave more than 42 years of service to CSU, retiring in August of 2005.
Dr. Cheney was the president of the Colorado Veterinary Medical Association from 1986 to 1987, and was a member and held the office of president with the Colorado Cattlemen's Association, and the Larimer County Stockgrowers Association. Doc was an active member of the Larimer County Fair and Rodeo, assisting with the testing of 4-H animals, serving on the fair board, and being an avid supporter of the Larimer County FFA and 4-H Junior Livestock Sale. In 2004 Doc received an award from the Larimer County Fair Association for 14 years of dedicated service and, in 2005, was the grand marshall of the parade. Other notable awards include Colorado Veterinarian of the Year in 1988, Outstanding Veterinarian Award in 2002 from the Larimer County Veterinarian Medical Association, the Carl Norden Pfizer Distinguished Teachers Award in 2005 from Pfizer Animal Health, and the Lifetime Membership Award from the Larimer County Stockgrowers Association in 2009.
Dr. Cheney leaves behind his brother Robert Cheney (Lois), daughters Karen Hancock (Sam), and Dianne Cheney, granddaughter Aspen Hancock and grandson Dillon Hancock, nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, along with some four legged grandchildren and hopefully many herds of healthy cattle that benefited from his research.
A memorial service will be at 11 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, Allnutt Funeral Home chapel, 650 West Drake Rd, Fort Collins. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory of "Doc" Cheney to the Colorado Cattlemen's Association, 8833 Ralston Rd, Arvada, CO 80002.
Visit www.allnutt.com to leave a message of condolence for the family.
Black History Month Soul Food Special
What's on the menu for the Soul Food Special at the Aspen Grille? Southern Fried catfish, pork belly mac and cheese, sweet buttered cornbread, and sides of cabbage slaw and crispy green fried tomatoes. The special menu is being prepared in recognition of CSU's Black History Month.
Frank named interim chancellor of CSU System
The Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System today named Colorado State President Tony Frank as interim chancellor of the statewide system, beginning March 1. He will hold a dual role, continuing to serve as president of the Fort Collins campus.
Chancellor Mike Martin, who has served in the role since 2012, on Monday announced his decision to step down March 1 and transition to part-time status as chancellor emeritus and senior fellow.
Frank has served in a number of capacities at Colorado State since joining the university in 1993, including faculty member, researcher, department chair, associate dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, vice president for research, and provost and senior vice president. He became the 14th president of Colorado State University in 2008.
“Tony Frank is one of the top higher education leaders in the country, and we are confident that in this role he will help provide the leadership and stability necessary to support all three universities in upholding their missions, building excellence, and serving the state,” said Dorothy Horrell, chair of the CSU Board of Governors. “Over the next few months, as we look to finalize the permanent leadership structure, we’ll focus on improving an already strong system, and Tony will be central in helping to design that.”
Frank said: “Our statewide system is designed to provide an affordable, high-quality education for a diverse range of learners at all stages of life – including recent high school graduates, working professionals, veterans transitioning to civilian life, and scholars pursuing advanced knowledge at the highest levels. All three of our institutions are doing very well and making great progress, with a shared commitment to serving Colorado. I’m honored to take on this new role and to work with our board to build on the great momentum across the CSU System.”
For many years, the position of System Chancellor and President of the Fort Collins campus were combined – past CSU Presidents Phil Austin, Al Yates and Larry Penley held both titles. Joe Blake became the first sole chancellor of the System in 2009, followed by Martin. The Chancellor oversees general operations of the CSU System, legislative and government relations, legal affairs, statewide advocacy, and coordination of joint projects and programs among the three campuses. The presidents of Colorado State University, Colorado State University-Global Campus and Colorado State University-Pueblo have dual reporting roles to the system chancellor and to the Board of Governors.
Professionals expand knowledge through Beverage Business Institute
Fourth cohort working toward Certificate in Beverage Business Management through College of Business program.
Founders Day celebrates Ram Family
On Wednesday, Feb. 11, CSU celebrated its 145th anniversary with a Founders Day Celebration highlighting the values that have sustained the university, the people who have shaped it, and its enduring mission of service through teaching, research and engagement as the state’s land-grant institution.
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Problem busters, that’s what the University Village Maintenance staff are. They tackle run-of-the-mill problems like no hot water, no heat, no electricity, or a malfunctioning lock. They handle emergencies like gas leaks, flooding, a broken window with glass shards, or someone locked in an elevator.
Forest health survey: Spruce beetle activity escalating
The U.S. Forest Service and Colorado State Forest Service have released the results of the annual aerial forest health survey in Colorado.