New LSC wall features science-art collaboration
The Research Wall, funded by the Office of the Vice President for Research, will make its debut Jan. 22 in the Lory Student Center.
Category: "Campus Announcements"
Test drive electric vehicle
Drive Electric Northern Colorado, CSU Parking and Transportation Services, and local dealerships are offering an innovative chance for CSU staff and faculty to get behind the wheel of plug-in electric vehicles to learn about the cost savings, environmental benefits, and national security benefits of driving electric. the event, from 11 a.m.-2p.m., Wednesday, January 14, will be on University Avenue in front of the Plant Sciences building. Drive Electric Northern Colorado, a partnership of Colorado State University and the cities of Fort Collins and Loveland, is a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at achieving widespread adoption of plug-in electric vehicles in the Northern Colorado region. The chance to test drive an electric vehicle through the partnership's Ride-and-Drive program is free to all CSU faculty and staff. The Ride-and-Drive event combines the opportunity for CSU faculty and staff to learn about how plug in electric vehicles s are cleaner, greener, cheaper, and fun to drive while putting them behind the wheel of today’s latest vehicle technology. “CSU strongly supports our campus community driving electric vehicles and we’ve installed 10 charging points on campus to date. As one of the country’s leading green universities, we care about doing our part to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support innovative technology in electriv vehicles,” said Amy Parsons, vice president for Operations, after test driving a Chevy Volt. Up to eight electric vehicle models will be available to test drive, and may include the Chevy Volt, Nissan LEAF, BMW i3, Mitsubishi iMiEV, Ford Fusion Energi, Ford C-Max Electric, and the Tesla Model S. At this event, current electric vehilcle owners will ride with each driver to explain the vehicle and about their experience owning an electric vehicle. Drive Electric staff will be present at the event to help attendees learn about federal and state tax credits (up to $13,500) available for purchasing or leasing an electric vehile, and how using electricity instead of gasoline can save consumers thousands of dollars in yearly operating costs. CSU now has 10 charging stations throughout campus where, as a faculty or staff member, you can charge daily for free.
Nominate a student employee
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Chelsey Green, 2013-14 Student Employee of the Year[/caption]
Student Employment Services is sponsoring its annual Student Employee of the Year award for all student employees working at Colorado State University. We would like to recognize the work done by students on this campus by honoring an outstanding student employee. This is a call for nominations for this important award. Please notify the student employee supervisors in your area about this opportunity as soon as possible since the deadline is Feb. 16, 2015.
CCC online giving held over!
There is still time to donate to the 2014 Colorado Combined Campaign drive!
Quick tips to make new year’s resolutions stick
New year's resolutions are a great way for us to re-evaluate ourselves and decide where there is room for improvement in our lives. So when you ring in this new year, make resolutions that will count. Make them positive, make them real, and stick to them.
Here are three tips to get started:
1. Be realistic. Make sure the goals you set are not only attainable, but healthy too. For weight loss, goals should be based on losing no more than 1-2 pounds per week.
2. Ask others for help. Having someone join you in making a change can make it seem easier. They hold you accountable and provide a support system. Choose someone who is also motivated so they can help encourage you on your hard days.
3. Take charge of your environment. Surround yourself with people, places, and things that will foster the changes you are seeking. Avoid tempting situations whenever possible. However, develop strategies ahead of time to handle these situations, as they will likely arise at some point.
Tips courtesy of the Kendall Anderson Nutrition Center. Visit the Kendall Anderson Nutrition Center webpage to learn more about resources for weight loss and nutrition, including the spring Healthy You: Weight Management & Mindful Eating Program -- also available as a self-paced program, in addition to the interactive series of classes.
For more healthy recipes and exercise and nutrition tips, see the CSU College of Health and Human Sciences Pinterest board.
Another “badge” for CSU’s veteran efforts
Colorado State University is moving up the ranks. The university was recently designated a Top School in Military Advanced Education’s 2015 Guide to College & Universities.
Campus offers electric vehicle charging
Colorado State University now offers 10 electric vehicle chargers at five on-campus stations.
Apply for scholarships
There are numerous scholarship opportunities at CSU; apply now to beat the March 1 deadline.
Brighten your smile for the new year
Get your teeth cleaned at the CSU Health Network Dental Clinic in January.
Colorado Combined Campaign
Colorado State University employees have a chance to give to a charity of their choice via the 2014 Colorado Combined Campaign, which runs from Nov. 17 - Dec. 31.