Alumni Association Lifetime Member Jim Vidakovich (B.A., ’69; M.A., ’76) has always been passionate about introducing kids to the arts. With the help of famed pianist Jim Brickman, he's continuing that passion by holding a benefit concert at Griffin Concert Hall on October 1.
Each year, Colorado State University and the CSU Alumni Association recognize outstanding alumni who have excelled in their professions and made significant contributions to their industries, communities, and the University.
Whether it’s the bonfire, a picture with CAM the Ram, or honoring our distinguished alumni, there is a CSU Homecoming tradition for everyone. So many that sometimes it can be hard to choose. That didn’t stop us from asking Rams what their favorite tradition is.
Now in its 99th year, the Painting of the A remains one of the most cherished CSU traditions that helps alumni, and the entire Fort Collins community, stay connected and get excited for a new school year.
The 50 Year Club — one of Colorado State University’s oldest traditions, dating back to 1934 — is set for October, with the Alumni Association set to honor two outstanding alumni.
After a two-year hiatus, the Lagoon Concert Series is back, and no one is as excited for the return of live music than Connie Hanrahan. For the past 25 years, her company, Mantooth Co., has been producing and promoting the beloved CSU summer tradition.
Green and gold run deep in the veins of the Heap family: Matt (B.A., ’94) and Beth (B.S., ’93) Heap fell in love on campus, are Lifetime Alumni Association Members, and their daughter, Taylor (B.S., ’22), represents the third generation to attend Colorado State University. The family's Ram Pride will culminate on May 13 when they kick-off Commencement by ringing the Old Main Bell.
To most people, data is a notoriously cold medium best relegated to spreadsheets and graphs. But Stefanie Posavec (B.F.A., ’02) sees data differently. In her new book, "I am a Book. I am a Portal to the Universe," Posavec has found a way to show the warmth and playfulness of data.
On April 18, we celebrate all that connects us as a green and gold community. Check out the following ways to celebrate your Ram Pride this year.
Brendan and Katie McGivney weren't expecting to fall in love at Colorado State University. A chance encounter and a shared passion for beer brewing has resulted 26 blissful years of marriage and craft beer making.