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A message from President Tony Frank Dear Students: Welcome to Colorado State University, and congratulations on becoming a Ram! Having been through college orientations with my own daughters in recent years, I know how overwhelming it can be. There’s a lot of information to process, and while we do our best to prepare you for fall semester and the start of classes, you may leave with a little uncertainty and some of your questions still unanswered. Remember, this is just the beginning of an ongoing process of learning about your university and discovering your place here at Colorado State. One of the first things you’ll discover is that no two students have exactly the

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COLLEGIAN EDITORIAL BOARD Andrew Carrera Editor in Chief Kate Winkle Managing Editor Skyler Leonard City, State and National Editor Kate Simmons Features Editor Amanda Zetah Colleges Editor Caleb Hendrich Opinion Editor Quentin Sickafoose Sports Editor Em Kribs Entertainment Editor Austin Simpson Photo Editor Corinne Winthrop Design Editor Hannah Glennon Digital Media Manager Katey Pray Executive Assistant to the Editorial Staff

settling into the residence halls and same CSU experience. Everyone comes learning how to get to class through the to campus with a personal set of goals, maze of construction fences. hopes, and expectations, Then, a short four …or five… and what you get out of years later, I get to shake your time at CSU depends their hands as they receive largely on you and your their diplomas. I am invariown choices. Still, this ably astounded by how much guide contains insights and someone can be transformed recommendations from by the college experience, students and others who from an eager if uncertain have found their own ways freshman to a graduate with to be successful here – and the confidence to go out, start it’s a good way to start a career, and make a differfinding your way around FRANK ence in our world. campus and in the comPRESIDENT A lot happens in those munity. intervening years to make I have a unique vanthat transformation possible. Your CSU tage point as CSU’s president because journey is just beginning, and all of us I get to meet our first-year students at who work on campus—from the faculty Ram Welcome in the fall, as they’re first

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members who teach and advise you to the staff members who handle housing, financial aid, and student services—are here to help you gain the most from your college experience. So if you need our help, just ask. And if you need to know where to get a decent cup of coffee, remember this free guide. It’s your friend. Have a great summer and orientation – and I look forward to seeing you in the fall at Ram Welcome! Sincerely, -tony Tony Frank President

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Editor’s note: Numerous articles in the 2013-2014 Insider’s Guide to Campus appeared in the 2012-2013 edition as well. Don’t worry, we’ve updated the details as necessary to keep this edition current.

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A letter from the Associated Students of CSU Dear students, Congratulations on becoming a Ram, and welcome to the biggest and best family you’ll ever be a part of. Our names are Nigel Daniels and Andrew Olson, and we’re your elected Associated Students of Colorado State University president and vice president. Our jobs are to work day in and day out this year to make your college experience the absolute best it could be. We are thrilled to have you, the Class of 2017, in the Ram family. As you are being educated on all of the great traditions that unite us as proud Rams throughout the weeks leading up to the first day of fall semester classes, we encourage you to take advantage of every opportunity lying ahead of you on this journey. Don’t be the senior who wishes they took care of their GPAs, joined clubs, did research or went out Friday nights during their years as an underclassman. Truly seizing the moment in college means taking advantage of its unique opportunities every second you can.

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Nigel Daniels, left, and Andrew Olson are the ASCSU president and vice president.

As your student body government, we’re here to help you do that. The Associated Students of Colorado State University is committed to making your needs as a student our priority, and representing you to the univer-

sity’s administration and governing board. This year, for example, we look forward to easing the Lory Student Center renovation experience for all students, bringing more events like Grill the Buffs to campus, and

improving students success through services like the CSU test bank –– and we want you to be a part of the entire process. As an organization, we work in collaboration with the Department of Athletics, faculty and staff, and the local, state, and national levels of government, so you can bet there’s a place for you here. Embrace this moment. You’re entering a new stage in your life, and your extended family members at ASCSU are always willing to be your new home. We’re in the Rec Center’s MAC Gym and encourage you to stop by to provide us with feedback, seek involvement opportunities on campus, and be the change you wish to see at Colorado State University. We wish you all the best in your college career. And remember, GO RAMS! Best, Nigel Daniels, ASCSU President Andrew Olson, ASCSU Vice President

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1. Wear your For-Ever-Green T-shirt 2. Get a photo with CAM the Ram 3. Participate in Ram Welcome 4. Yell loudly when the ROTC cannon is fired after CSU scores during a football game 5. Serve the community by participating in CSUnity or Cans Around the Oval 6. Attend “Grill the Buffs” on the LSC plaza to support the Rams as they take on the CU Buffaloes 7. Join a student organization (You can learn more through the annual Involvement Expo and RamLink) 8. Eat a free lunch and listen to the speech at the President’s Annual Fall Address and University Picnic 9. Help build a float and cheer on the annual Homecoming & Family Weekend parade 10. Hike to, help paint, or light the “A” 11. Find out who Peanuts the Bulldog was 12. Vote in each ASCSU election 13. Climb, hike, swim, camp or relax at Horsetooth Reservoir (or do all five!) 14. Learn the CSU Fight Song and sing it with gusto 15. Sport your orange at an “Orange Out” game 16. Sing or dance along with the CSU Marching Band (in the audience or as a member) 17. Get in the CSU spirit by tailgating before a CSU home football game 18. Make a statement on the Stump in the LSC plaza 19. Join in the MLK Day march in January 20. Find the high-water mark from the 1997 flood in the Lory Student Center and in the Oval 21. Ride a Transfort bus 22. Attend - or perform in - a University Center for the Arts (UCA) production 23. Take a picture of you and your friends on the steps of the Administration Building 24. Cheer on the Rams at the Rocky Mountain Showdown 25. Learn why CSU is called a “landgrant university” 26. Study in the sun on the Monfort Quad 27. Spend a Friday afternoon in the Ramskeller 28. Take a moonlight stroll across the Oval 29. Learn more about a culture or community that isn’t your own at a Student Diversity Programs event 30. Volunteer for Ram Ride

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31. Make - or fill - a request on 90.5 KCSU 32. Attend an ASAP concert, comedy program, or other event 33. “Get Your Green On” and wear CSU gear on Fridays 34. Submit a “RamTalk” to the Collegian 35. Play in or cheer on an intramural or club sports team 36. Cross the Vietnam Memorial Bridge and think about why it’s there 37. Work off a stressful day at the Recreation Center 38. Thank whoever made your college experience possible (parents/ families, teachers, yourself, scholarships, donors) 39. Throw a frisbee by the Lagoon 40. Spend a Saturday night in Morgan Library 41. Meet the dean of your college 42. Do a victory lap at the Jack Christiansen Memorial Track 43. Celebrate CSU’s commitment to sustainability by getting to class in a

greener way than by car 44. Watch a program on CTV 45. Attend a Border War game against Wyoming 46. Have your picture taken with all of the ram statues (4) on campus (drunk & sober) 47. Hug a tree in Sherwood Forest 48. Go to an art show in the Curfman Gallery 49. Dine at the Aspen Grille 50. Learn how to make - and stick to - a budget 51. Go to the annual CSU Rodeo 52. Get an internship or seek out a practical experience outside the classroom 53. Wish CSU a Happy Birthday at the annual Founders Day celebration in February 54. Go to CSU’s world famous International Invitational Poster Show 55. Put together a stellar resume at the Career Center 56. Debate with a speaker on the LSC plaza (The CSU community

values the free exchange of ideas.) 57. Learn about or visit CSU’s Pingree Park Mountain Campus 58. Play in the snow on the West Lawn 59. Attend a Monfort Lecture 60. Profess your love for CSU on “I Love CSU Day” 61. Chalk the Lory Student Center plaza 62. Have a meaningful international experience 63. Rub Bill Morgan’s nose in the library for good luck 64. Introduce yourself to a CSU police officer 65. Swap stories with a CSU alum 66. Have a picnic on the grass of the Oval 67. Join in RecyleMania 68. Take a picture at the place that meant the most to you on campus 69. Have coffee with your favorite faculty member 70. Graduate - and join the Alumni Association!

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Hello incoming student, and welcome to Colorado State University. You are about to take the first step in a very long journey, and as someone who is nearing the end of his journey, I have some advice for you about how to enjoy it as much as possible. In my senior year of high school, a teacher of mine gave some parting advice to those of us who would soon be headed to college. He told us that college would be worth as much to us as we were willing to put into it. If we did nothing but focus on our schoolwork, he said, then we’d be miserable throughout our collegiate experience. While your studies are undoubtedly a very important CALEB part of what you do here, it is also important that you diverHENDRICH sify your time at CSU as much as you can. I’ve had friends that did nothing but focus on homework and exams, and while they have done very well with their GPAs, they did not have that good of a time here. In fact, a lot of them were pretty miserable towards the end. Spending your every waking moment in the library or locked in a study room isn’t a good way to spend your time here. While class is by no means something you should ignore, it’s important to get out and do other things as well. This school almost always has something going on. There are literally hundreds of different clubs and organizations –– and they meet almost any interest. The Rec Center sponsors intramural sports. ASAP organizes events throughout the year. Each department also brings in speakers and organizes events. And thats just the tip of the iceberg. Take this bit of advice especially to heart. College can turn into a weird place with thousands of people doing tens of thousands of things, and if you don’t have an identity –– a workplace (like the Collegian), club, fraternity, or sorority –– then you’ll most likely get this distinct drowning feeling like nothing you’ve ever felt before. Don’t let that be you. There are a lot of things that I would not have been able to do were it not for CSU. I had the opportunity to study abroad in the United Kingdom for a semester; something that I would never have been able to do were it not for the help and advice of the Study Abroad Office. I was able to take an alternative spring break to the Great Sand D unes with the help of the Warner College of Natural Resources. I was able to get an internship this spring at the Colorado State Capitol through the Political Science Department. And, or course, I was able to get a job at Student Media, which is probably one of the best possible experiences that someone who wants to work in journalism can do. The City of Fort Collins is also alive with activity. Old Town is only a short bike ride away from campus, and I highly encourage you to give it a look. You never know what you might find, and some of it might even surprise you. Fort Collins is a city with a lot of character and charm that lies just beyond campus, and exploring that character can be one of the best things you can do while you are here. So, get out there and explore. Go to a concert or two. See a basketball game or two. Join a club or two. Join Greek Life or... two. Take a trip up to Horsetooth Reservoir. Try new things, meet new people, look beyond the classroom and to the world outside. Going to college isn’t just about getting an education, although that is certainly a vital part of it. Going to college is also about personal growth, testing your preconceived notions about the world and experiencing new things. And that isn’t something that you can do if you focus exclusively on your studies. Your time here is time that you will never get the chance to experience again. This really is your only shot at it. Your experience here is only going to be as good as you want it to be. So don’t waste it. Believe me. These can either be the best days of your life or the worst if you want them to be. I hope to be seeing you around campus this fall. And again, welcome to Colorado State University. Opinion Editor Caleb Hendrich is a senior journalism and political science double major. He (probably) enjoys piña coladas and getting caught in the rain. Letters about Jimmy Buffett and other subjects can be sent to letters@collegian.com.

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YOLO: Applying the phrase to college life You only live once. These four magical words, derived from a simple truth, have been combined into a super-word that brews in the vocal chords of people across the country, from singers like Drake to frat boys after shot-gunning their Natty Ice’s. I have to admit, even I sometimes wail “YOLO!” with the occasional “BRO,” or “BROLO” added for extra emphasis. The word was at first meaningless and offensive to me: it means the same as “Carpe Diem,” but some moron just made a catchy acronym for it. The difference between the two is that nobody is going around screaming “Carpe Diem!” QUINN SCAHILL Clearly, YOLO has stimulated our culture and when I examined it closely I found some surprising consequences. The origins of the “YOLO” movement can be traced back to Adam Mesh from the NBC reality show “The Average Joe” in 2004. The press that Mesh received from the show eventually allowed him to start The Adam Mesh Trading Group, and subsequently, the YOLO clothing line. The clothing line never really succeeded, but on Nov. 20, 2011, the YOLO movement caught on with the help of our friendly Canadian rapper Drake and his song “The Motto” featuring Lil Wayne. The line goes: “You only live once: that’s the motto, *****, YOLO”. With the help of Drake and his spellbinding lyrics, he launched the saying into infamy. Now, fast forward to 2012 and there are countless bad decisions and even worse tattoos all made in the name of YOLO. This acronym has ballooned into something more than just a meaningless phrase; it has become a way of life and a philosophy all its own. As much as some may dislike it, the YOLO movement is here. However, this doesn’t mean we have to wear bro tanks and listen to Drake, but it does mean we have a great reason to do things we regularly wouldn’t. We can shotgun that extra beer or order a Whopper instead of a small chicken sandwich. But YOLO should not only apply to partying. It can be applied to every part of our lives. For example: growing a mustache, asking that special someone out to dinner, trying hot yoga, going hunting, joining a book club or attempting the cinnamon challenge (note: the last one may seriously harm you, but... YOLO!). There are many possible ways to YOLO, and the most radical thing is that you don’t have to be a bro on spring break in order to partake. Speaking of bros and spring break, college is a near-perfect time to adopt the YOLO mentality, especially if you don’t know what to study yet. CSU is teeming with opportunities, and if you don’t know what you like then take classes that range from scuba diving to engineering. Sure, you may fail at some point while you wander the halls of academia, but that doesn’t mean that you give up. Try everything, and when you find something that you like, stick to it and go all out. Get crazy in the classroom; sit in the front row and maybe even answer questions occasionally. I was once trapped in the Chemistry Building doing labs and struggling to pass them. Now I’m trapped in Eddy doing the same thing, but at least I enjoy it. YOLO applies to college in many ways, but most obvious is in the social realm. Freshman year, I encountered lots of douchebags, but some of those “douchebags” became my good friends. However, the worst thing that anybody can do is to settle with the group of friends they have. Just like Facebook, there is no limit to the number of friends you can have. Meeting new people is not just part of freshmen move-in or going to the bars; it’s part of everyday life. There is no harm in saying “hello” to someone other than your roommate or your lab partner. You don’t have to like everyone you meet, but at least give everyone a fair shot. So, if you don’t want to scream YOLO, although it’s loads of fun, you can still participate in the movement. YOLO is about having no regrets, and living life to its maximum potential, and it isn’t just for frat boys and moronic spring breakers; it applies to everyone. All jokes aside, it really is a healthy and rewarding mindset to have in life. So whether you are fist-pumping at the club or thinking about joining the Peace Corps, you might as well YOLO, BRO, because you only live once. Fromer Collegian Columnist Quinn Scahill graduated spring 2013 with a Creative Writing major, but fear not, he still YOLOs and Carpe Diems. Letters and feedback can be sent to letters@collegian.com.

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Campus landmarks A. Oval B. LSC C. West Lawn lagoon D. Towers (Westfall, Durward) E. IM Fields F. UCA Gardens/the UCA G. Jack Christiansen track

H. The Campus Recreation Center I. Statue outside Engineering J. Newton Statue (by Yates) K. Moby Arena L. The arboretum M. Sherwood Forest

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Places to study 4. Morgan Library basement 5. Computer Science building (open 24/7) 6. Behavioral Science building (also 24/7) 7. LSC 3rd floor

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IN BRIEF Rocky Mountain Showdown tickets now on sale

The annual Rocky Mountain Showdown is a chance to honor a longhonored rivalry with CU-Boulder. Tickets for the Showdown (which is played at Sports Authority Field in Denver) are currently on sale. Tickets are $25 for students, $35 for upperlevel seats, $90 for lower-level seats and $110 for club level seats. CSU also announced a Family Fourpack of tickets for $100, and $25 tickets for CSU faculty and staff. For more information, contact the CSU ticket office at 970-491-7267.

Former CSU athlete scores bronze in the Olympics

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Janay DeLoach is now the first former CSU female athlete to win a medal in Olympic track and field, according to a news release. During the games, DeLoach posted a leap of 22-feet, 6-inches, which granted her the third spot in the final standings. It was her fifth attempt of six, and proved to be her best jump. She beat her competition by 0.01 meter. Only one other former CSU athlete has won an Olympic track and

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CSU scientist wins sustainability award

During the Ecological Scientists of America’s 97th annual meeting, CSU scientist Robin Reid was awarded the 2012 ESA Sustainability Science Award for her collaborative paper detailing the struggles involved with combining pastoral societies in East Africa with wildlife conservation. The ESA Sustainability Science Award is given to authors of a peer-reviewed paper that makes the greatest contribution to the emerging science of ecosystem and regional sustainability through the integration of ecological and social sciences, according to Today@ColoState. Reid has had her past work featured on “60 Minutes.” She is an alumna of the Warner College of Natural Resources and the director of the Center for Collaborative Conservation at WCNR. She co-authored the study with researchers at CSU, Harvard and a group of Maasai researchers in Africa. “It was groundbreaking because of them,” Reid said in Today@ColoState. Collegian Staff Reports

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Sophomore business major Austin Mancey kiteboards on the intramural Fields Monday afternoon. The windy conditions were perfect for kite flying.

How to experience Fort Collins your first semester By Cailley Biagini

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

The Lyric Cinema Café If you’ve seen enough high-budget action movies for the time being, check out the living room experience this family-owned cinema has to offer. At the lyric, indie and foreign films not shown in chain theatre are presented, complete with an available array of finger food, beer and wine. Student tickets for this unique experience are $6.50, according to their website. A Wonderlust Adventure: White Water Rafting Whether you’re looking for something exhilarating and adventurous or just want to cool off, white water rafting is a classic summer favorite. A Wonderlust Adventure offers rafting trips on the Cache La Poudre River— just a short drive from town. The company has a variety of day-trip options with prices ranging from $50-$75, according to their website. Salsa dancing lessons at Rio Grande Looking for something active to do? Learn to dance! Every Tuesday evening, the Rio Grande Mexican restaurant in Old Town offers salsa dancing lessons in their upstairs ballroom. According to the restaurant’s website, all levels of experience are welcome. Starting at 7:30 p.m. and for only $3, there’s no excuse not to go.

Go swimming! Whether you doggy paddle or broad stroke, Fort Collins is home to a multitude of swimming holes to cool down in a hot day. According to the Fort Collins city website, you can slide down 30-foot drop slides at the City Park Pool for only $3 or enjoy the “Twilight Swim” after 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays. Or head over to Mulberry Pool for a great workout. A day at Horsetooth Recreate the old days at the “cabin by the lake” at Horsetooth Reservoir County Park. There you can fish for walleye, smallmouth bass, perch and trout. If fishing isn’t your style, boat rentals are available for you to cruise around the lake on a waverunner for $50/hr., or choose from a variety of boat rentals — prices can be found on the Inlet Bay Marina website for Horsetooth Reservoir. Fall Vibes Fort Collins has an excellent music scene. The Aggie, Hodi’s Half Note and the Mishawaka Amphitheatre — not to mention the nearby venues in Boulder and Denver — all bring in local and national tours and musicians. Before you consider yourself a full-fledged adult, enjoy a show at The Aggie or Hodi’s Half Note to see some local talent that you may hear on the radio one day. Collegian Reporter Cailley Biagini can be reached at news@collegian.com.

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After hours: A look at campus after dark By Bailey Constas

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

It’s 8:40 p.m. at Cam’s Corner Store in the Lory Student Center and Joanna Johnson, a senior nutrition and food science major, and Peter Jadovich, a senior environmental communications major, are waiting for the shop to close. “There’s a couple interesting older folks that have kind of run the mill in Fort Collins,” Jadovich said. “A banjo guy came in and played us a tune one time.” But during the lowest part of the day from 6 to 9 p.m., Johnson and Jadovich keep themselves entertained by stocking shelves, playing games and watching shows on their laptops. “I don’t have a car, so I bike and walk through campus,” Jadovich said. “It’s really peaceful and I kind of like it.” Continuing through campus, a few teams play chess in the food court as lingering students make their way to the bus and janitors wipe away the grime of the day. With the stress of the crowds gone, a mix of rain and silence highlights little details that are sure to go unnoticed during the day, like a silver sticker on the door of Clark A that reads “you are beautiful,” or the tiny sculptures made of gears and tools in the Behavioral Sciences Building.

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After most students leave campus, senior Cam’s employee Laura Barrett sorts through applications for possible employees next year. Most students don’t see what campus is like after classes are out, but there is still plenty of activity that goes on.

It’s 9:30 p.m. and a few graduate students are stretching their legs in Clark A. “We stay here working until 11 or 12 every night,” said Naomi Gerakios, a graduate history student. Gerakios and Annie Barone, also a history graduate student, were strolling around Clark A for a research

break. “We usually go outside, but tonight it’s raining,” Barone said. “We see maybe half a dozen people regularly, but our office is a concrete closet so we see less than an average student would.” For the two grad students, staying on campus is more productive than

going home. “I just like having somewhere to keep all my work and research,” Gerakios said. “The sheer number of books we have to carry are daunting,” Barone added. But perhaps the most interesting students that a studious soul would find on campus late at night are Tommy Peters, a senior forestry major, and Ike Rumba, a senior natural resources and tourism major. “We just watched Chasing Ice, a documentary about the receding ice caps,” Peters said. “We’re both really passionate about the environment and it’s also our topic of study.” According to Rumba, it was one of the best documentaries he has seen. Amongst the studious and seriously environmentally informed outer layer to these students lies a rebellious side. “Actually last night, I was taking a run around the Oval at midnight and I saw a few fire trucks and police cars at the math building,” Rumba said. “And I just got this feeling that I needed to go streaking. So I dropped my drawers, hid behind a tree as I waited for a car to pass and just ran behind all of these police officers who were looking up at the building and had no idea.” Collegian Reporter Bailey Constas can be reached at news@collegian.com.

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Walking into a CSU dining hall for the first time as a freshman can be a holy experience. Sausage lasagna, chicken tacos and fried macaroni and cheese all in one meal? You may wonder, “Is this a metaphor for what college life will be? Endless, wonderful options served up to me whenever I want?” But in about a couple months or less, reality will hit. That all-you-caneat soft-serve ice cream will look more like prison rations, along with the now-delicious-sounding fried macaroni and cheese. Once this happens, you’ll desperately start looking outside the comfort of dining halls and out into the expansive world of Fort Collins restaurants. And even though you’ll probably be on a budget, there’s no reason you can’t experience some of the good eats Fort Collins has to offer. Krazy Karl’s Pizza It’s simple: you’re in college now,

so eating pizza will be akin to breathing. But there’s no reason to resort to greasy, flavorless chain brand pizza. Address: 1124 West Elizabeth Street Delivery: 970-224-2000

Krazy Karl’s is just as cheap as, or cheaper than, the popular chains –– and it’s infinitely tastier. “It’s always so fresh and yummy every time I go, and there’s a ton of variety,” said undeclared junior Cynthia Diaz. Krazy Karl’s makes their dough from scratch every day and offers daily specials, like a large one-topping pizza for $5 on Monday and Thursdays if you order at 5 p.m. — “krazy” good deal. Pizza Casbah Speaking of pizza … Pizza Casbah is the place to go if you like your pizza “New York Style”: thin, hand-tossed and available by the slice.

Casbah doesn’t offer the flavor whimsy that Krazy Karl’s does — you won’t find Sweet Chile Chicken pizza here — but if you’re a pizza purist, you’ll love Casbah. Address: 126 West Laurel Street Delivery: 970-221-9144

“It’s super close, it’s super cheap and it’s open really late. I usually get a slice, go and eat it in the Oval,” said senior English major Molly Ungerer. Make sure to stop by for their $1 slices on Monday from 3 to 5 p.m. Big City Burrito There’s something magical about a giant burrito — the chewy flour tortilla overstuffed with various savory Address: 510 South College Avenue

meats, rice and sauces all mingled with melty cheese. And Big City Bur-

rito does the psuedo-Mexican classic the right way, and more importantly, for cheap. Be sure to check out their Tuesday special which offers a huge, two-mealworthy burrito and drink for only $4. Avogadro’s Number Meat not your thing? Try the two-forone vegetarian tempeh burgers on Tuesdays at this electric Fort Collins Address: 605 South Mason Street

hangout –– hopefully you’ll hear some local music, too. College Cafe This is the place to go if you’re craving super cheap, simple Chinese food. Make sure to be there for the $4 lunch special. Address: 647 South College Avenue Delivery: 970-221-2696

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STRIP CLUB Welcome to CSU, incoming freshman class! We would like to congratulate you on your decision to come to Colorado State University, and introduce you to one of our proudest traditions: mocking everyone who went to CU Boulder. Yes, Boulder. The desolate land to the south, masked by a nigh impervious cloud of marijuana smoke and populated by buffalo worshiping hippies. You’re undoubtedly going to hear quite a bit about it in your time here, usually with a number of expletives in tow. But rest assured, every bit of mockery is correct, because:

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Freshman Luke Miller runs around the track at the Student Recreation Center on campus Thursday morning. The Student Rec is a good place to go to avoid the infamous “Freshman 15. “

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FRESHMAN BLUES Your guide to underage activities in Fort Collins

By Marcus Mortiz

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

Many people say that college is (or was) the best years of their lives. Having things to do helps make those years live up to expectations. But sometimes it can be difficult to find fun, underage activities in a town you aren’t familiar with. We at the Collegian remember what that’s like, so we decided to save you some time and energy and share our favorite activities from freshman year. Experience the great outdoors First off, enjoy the mountains that are so close to our school. Before it gets too cold, take a hike up to the ‘A’ or up the trail to Horsetooth Rock. In some areas, swimmers are allowed to take an evening dip in the Horsetooth reservoir. Explore Old Town Fort Collins has an excellent music scene. The Aggie Theater, Hodi’s Half Note and the Mishawaka Amphitheatre — not to mention the nearby venues in Boulder and Denver. Each venue brings in local and national tours and musicians. Before you consider your-

self a full-fledged adult, enjoy a show at The Aggie or Hodi’s Half Note to see some local talent that you may hear on the radio one day. The Lyric Cinema Café (which recently raised $150,000 to stay in business) is your local movie theater for under-the-radar movies. Go there and even enjoy some weekend cartoons and cereal on your day off from class. Every Tuesday evening, the Rio Grande, a local Mexican restaurant in Old Town, gives salsa dancing lessons in their upstairs ballroom. Starting at 7:30 p.m. and for only $3, you almost have no excuse not to go. Find your inner child Eventually it will start to get snowy and cold in Fort Collins, but that doesn’t mean that your outdoor activities have to stop. Located off West Horsetooth Road, Spring Canyon Park is one of the closest sledding hills to CSU. So wax up your best cardboard box and enjoy some great snow (watch out for children). Putt-putt golf is a game for two different kinds of people: the serious players, and the goof-offs. Challenge your

friends to a game at Fort Fun so you know who to avoid next time around. Eat, workout and watch other people workout The CSU football team isn’t known for its high win ratio, but that could all change this year under the team’s new coach, Jim McElwain. There’s also the chance that Hughes Stadium may not be around much longer, so make sure to catch a game there while you still can. College is notorious for helping freshman gain a little weight. Mostly because they don’t know how to schedule meals and the inevitable: “Hey, it’s almost midnight, does anyone want to get a quick pizza?” Avoid those infamous 15 pounds by staying active. CSU has a brand new recreation center that is free for full-time students. If you don’t enjoy the gym, stand outside at the intramural fields and someone is bound to invite you to play ultimate Frisbee. College can be the best years of your life, so long as you don’t let boredom be the reason it isn’t. Collegian Reporter Marcus Moritz can be reached at entertainment@ collegian.com

WE’RE BETTER AT SPORTS

Quick as the average Boulderite is to point out that we are their “little brother,” (as if, CSU was founded six years before CU, so that makes us your “older brother”), CSU has actually been much more successful in the noble field of sport than CU in recent times. Despite our own football teams, ah, efforts at rebuilding, we still managed to win more games than the Buffs. Our men’s basketball team made it farther in the NCAA tournament, and our lacrosse teams are national champions, titles to which CU can’t claim.

WE’VE GOT BETTER ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

Notwithstanding our nationally renowned veterinary school, CSU also has well renowned schools of business, agriculture, natural resources and engineering. We also boast a pretty awesome school of liberal arts as well, if we do say so ourselves. Does CU measure up? Hardly.

WE’RE JUST BETTER PEOPLE

Have you ever been to a CU event? They’re a pretty nasty bunch down there. Imagine a mix of unnatural smugness, blissful ignorance of reality, horribly constructed taunts that are just rip-offs of our taunts, a little bit of alcohol and marijuana, a tiny pinch of envy and whiff of trust fund money. That’s pretty much what they are. Or maybe that’s just what we see from the receiving end. Who knows? The Strip Club is written by the Collegian staff.

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Fear not, freshmen

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Ram Welcome Leaders energetic about ushering in new class By Sean Meeds

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

When transitioning to college life, new students can look to their Ram Welcome leaders as a resource to facilitate a smoother move, according to volunteer staff. “We want to help the incoming students create connections with upper classmen, the staff and faculty,” Ram Welcome leader Ashley LeSage said. “We want to set the foundation for them to have a successful school year.” LeSage, a junior veterinary medicine and biological medical science double major, said her position last year “extended beyond this weekend.” She planned on taking a group of students to the bookstore to find their books and encouraged them to ask as many questions as they could while they were on the tour. According to business marketing major Sean Somers, his primary responsibility as a Ram Welcome leader last year was to “help facilitate the transition from high school to college life.” A junior, Somers returned as a Ram Welcome leader who said he understood the more difficult tasks that came with welcoming in the new students. “Getting them engaged in con-

versation is the hardest thing to do,” Somers said. “But it’s also the most rewarding when I can get them talking.” Jordan Burch, a freshman English major, said last year that other than being “kind, energetic and optimistic,” her Ram Welcome leaders were useful for “offering advice and giving directions around the campus.” “I appreciated one of the leaders saying to me ‘We’re not talking down to you, because we were all in your position once,’” Burch said. Even the small favors the Ram Welcome leaders were doing for the incoming class left lasting images in the minds of the new students. “I lost a shirt yesterday and my Ram Welcome leader went and got me a new one,” incoming engineering major Nicholas Santiago said. Though the transition to college life can be difficult, some Ram Welcome leaders felt the incoming class was adjusting to the changes smoothly. One Ram Welcome leader, history major Elizabeth Zentner, had seen that adjustment with her group. “They seemed overwhelmed, but they’re handling it very well,” Zentner said. “They might be having too much fun!” Former Collegian Reporter Sean Meeds can be reached at news@collegian.com.

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Left: Jeff Allen, right, and Silas Staney, left, both musicians from Nashville, perform outside of the Lory Student Center in the sculpture garden on August 24, 2009 for Ramapalooza. Top right: Ram Welcome Leader and senior human development major Antoinette Elbert, from Boulder, Colo., plays a game of skill along the carnival midway on August 19, 2010. Bottom right: Kaitlyn Bianchi, a freshman biomedical science major, left, Beth Keahey, a freshman biology major, center, and Charlotte Cotter, a freshman political science major, get caricatures of themselves done during Ramapalooza on August 24, 2009 in the Lory Student Center.

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2013 parent schedule

Editor’s note: The following information was provided by CSU’s Orientation and Transition Programs. At time of print, no Ram Welcome student schedule was available.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 22 What Parent Family Reception When Thursday, August 22, 4 p.m. (doors open at 3:45 p.m. and the program begins at 4:15 p.m.) Where Student Recreation Center Description An overview of Parent and Family events during Ram Welcome will be provided and CSU’s President, campus administrators, and other school leaders will be available throughout the reception for dialogue and questions. Light appetizers will be provided to help relax after a busy move-in day. What Convocation When Thursday, August 22: 5:30 p.m. Where Broadcast from Moby to the Rec Center Description The CSU President, Provost, Vice President for Student Affairs, ASCSU President, and alumni welcome you to Colorado State University. What New Student and Family Picnic with the CSU Alumni Association When Thursday, August 22: 6:30 p.m. Where IM Fields Description Join the CSU Alumni Association for an outdoor picnic on the intramural fields. Students are expected to attend this event and are admitted to the picnic by swiping their Ram Card at the entrance. Parents and family members are welcome to attend the picnic and can purchase tickets online. You will have the option to print tickets at home or pick up purchased tickets by 4:00 p.m. at the iBox on the day of the event. The iBox is located in the north end of the Lory Student Center, next to the Transit Center. Cost You must create a login and password using the side labeled “General Public” Price $6 per ticket. Last day to purchase tickets: July 31, 2013. Please note that lost, forgotten, or stolen tickets cannot be replaced through the iBox. Visit: www.csutix.com What Carnival and President’s Concert When Thursday, August 22: 7-11 p.m. Where IM Fields and Student Recreation Center Description Games, snacks, carnival rides, and live music on the Intramural Fields for the whole family.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 23 Each session listed below will be offered twice so parents and families may choose the two most important sessions to receive pertinent information: 9:00-10:15 a.m. 10:30-11:45 a.m. What Transitions II Where Cherokee Park Room, Lory Student Center Description Lump in your throat? Ache in your heart? Smile on your face? We know families are dealing with a lot –– and we want to help! What Student Conduct and Campus Safety Where Room 230, Lory Student Center Description Curious about safety and security measures on campus? Wonder what happens when your student violates the Student Conduct Code? This session builds on the Preview/Next Step Campus Safety session. What CSU Health Network Where Grey Rock Room, Lory Student Center Description Unsure what services are available if your student is sick or stressed out while at CSU? This session builds on the Preview Alcohol and Physical/Mental Health session.

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Welcome to CSU

A brief guide to your student newspaper

ell ... here we go again. It’s time for another delightful school year at CSU. For those of you who are returning to campus after a long summer of working, internships, exploring Colorado’s beautiful scenery and freeloading off of your parents, welcome back! And for those of you who are about to begin a fruitful four years of mindexpanding education, welcome to Fort Collins! Hopefully, as you thumb through the paper every day this year (and yes, we do expect you to read the Collegian every day), you’ll find a cornucopia of fascinating information pertaining to your life as a college student. This isn’t your crappy high school paper. We are part of an independent student media entity run entirely by students, for students. We’re constantly focused on reporting information that interests you, as members of the CSU community, and constantly striv-

ing to better ourselves as reporters, photographers, news designers and editors. You are the reason why we exist, and that means that we genuinely believe that this is your paper. Send us your story ideas, give us feedback on our website and on social media and, if you’re feeling crazy, walk into our office and talk to us. We’re always looking for ways to improve and better serve you, so don’t hesitate to tell us how we can do it. And remember: We are always hiring. If you want to learn more about campus issues and make a mark on our community, as well as hang out with a group of like-minded people, head into our office and fill out an application. We like to consider ourselves the student voice of Colorado State University, and that voice will be much more likely to be heard if we encompass as many voices as possible.

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Collegian staff from 1891.

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JUST LIKE HOME COOKIN’ Some of the best places to eat in Fort Collins By Carrie Mobley

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

Maza Kabob Located in the K-Mart shopping center off of College Avenue, Maza Kabob combines the warm and inviting atmosphere of a local restaurant with the rich flavors of traditional Afghan food. “I think the thing that draws students here is the customer service and the fact that the food is so unique,” said owner Sayed Sayied. “We really care about our customers, and that’s something that will go a long way in the food industry.” Address: 2427 South College Avenue Phone: 970-484-6292

Favorite student dishes at Maza Kabob include the traditional kabob plate, as well as an eggplant dish served with rice, a traditional Afghan cucumber salad and a yogurt sauce. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are readily available. Prices at Maza Kabob range between $7 to $11. Snooze For the creative-minded, Snooze, located on Mountain Street near Trailhead, offers a wide range of wacky breakfast options, complete with retro furnishings. Customers here are allowed to customize any dish, as well as mix-and-match any pancake combination. Known for their funky fresh cuisine, it is often the unusual dishes and creativityinvoking feel that draw students in. “I like the atmosphere. Its very Address: 144 W. Mountain Avenue Phone: 970-482-9253

modern. It’s very different from other restaurants in terms of seating and decorations, and to me it just brings a whole new eating experience,” said Kristin Swanson, a senior health and exercise major. “I always get the three egg omelet, and I like it because you get to create what you want and put exactly what you want on it.” Dishes at Snooze range between $7 to $11. Pickle Barrel A hot sandwich, cold beer, and great music can be found just across Laurel Street at Pickle Barrel restaurant. Favorite dishes here include the Tuna Fish and Funky Punky

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Nic Turiciano, left, and Matt Miller attempt the 30-inch pizza challenge at Pizza Casbah on Laurel and College Sunday afternoon. Editor’s note: The subjects featured in this photograph were formerly employed by the Collegian.

sandwiches, which combine inspirations from the east coast and the local markets of Colorado. “I think the coolest thing about Pickle Barrel is the fact that we Address: 122 West Laurel Street Phone: 970-484-0235

are locally owned and have been since 1988,” said manager Karissa O’Hanlon. “A lot of restaurants here are locally owned, but almost none have been around for that long, and that says something about us.” O’Hanlon added that a close proximity to campus and the presence of a bar with a variety of local breweries on tap didn’t hurt either. Sandwiches range between $7 to $8. Taj Mahal For the food adventurist, Taj Mahal, located on Oak Street, is a

paradise of authentic Indian cuisine. A friendly staff, along with colorful and rich foods, draw in students of all types. “I love it because its similar to Indian food I’ve had in Washington, Address: 148 West Oak Street Phone: 970-493-1105

D.C., my hometown,” said junior Niki Huntsman. “It’s nice to have a taste of home here in Fort Collins.” Favorite dishes here include the lamb saag, a spinach-based dish which Huntsman said is not as spicy as most Indian food. “I like it because its easy to share with other people who may not normally eat that type of food,” Huntsman said. Prices here range between $12 to $17. ASCSU Beat Reporter Carrie Mobley can be reached at news@collegian.com.

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Faith Directory Fort Collins has more than 60 local churches and places of worship, making it easy for students and visitors of all faiths, to find a location that will meet their spiritual needs.

Annunciation Chapel Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass

290 E. County Rd 56 Fort Collins

Wellington County Rd 56

W Laporte

T La erry ke

Sunday 2:00 Confession 1:30

Douglas Rd

Hwy 1

I-14 I-34

North College

Ft Collins

I-25

Country Club Rd

Greeley Loveland/Denver

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Know your fight song Fight on you stalwart Ram Team, on to the goal! Tear the (opponent’s) line asunder as down the field we thunder. Knights of the green and gold, Fight on with all your might! Fight on your stalwart Ram Team, Fight! Fight! Fight!

Trinity Lutheran Church (celebrating 75 years of ministry in our community and around the world)

E. Stuart

Faith Directory

Stover St.

Remington

Prospect Rd.

College Avenue

Columbia Rd.

Drake Rd.

Pastors: Gabi and Meghan Aelabouni WORSHIP TIMES: SATURDAY PRAISE - 5 PM SUNDAY - 8 & 10 AM FELLOWSHIP–8:45 & 11:30 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL - 9 AM 301 E. Stuart (near Spring Creek Park) Fort Collins, CO 80525 Tel.: 970-482-1226 Website: www.trinitylutheranfc.org

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Your best friend for a safe ride home By Andrew Carrera

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

Students looking for a free, safe, and nonjudgmental ride home — often after drinking or smoking — have one with RamRide. The program started on Oct. 24, 2003 and has since provided approximately 175,000 rides. Here’s how it works: people call the RamRide number, provide the student volunteer dispatcher with their name and number and the address of

RAMRIDE Phone: 970-491-3333 Hours of operation: Thursdays: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fridays: 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Saturdays: 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Volunteer: ramride.colostate.edu

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their current location. Other student volunteer drivers then transport them home, no questions asked. The program is run by the Associated Students of CSU. Each student pays student government $36 in fees, like a tax for services, including RamRide. Editor in Chief Andrew Carrera can be reached at editor@collegian.com.

Educational microbrewery planned for renovated LSC

New era for Ramskeller, new degree for students By Mariah Wenzel

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

The earthy, bitter scent of hops is memorable. Soon, the smell of brewing beer will waft through the Lory Student Center, marking a new era for our beloved Ramskeller — the addition of a microbrewery. Although CSU is awaiting funding for the project, the plan is in place to bring yet another small brewery to Fort Collins. The announcement of the brewery follows the creation of the fermen-

tation science and technology degree, housed within the College of Health and Human Sciences. “Students will be able to work in every aspect (of a brewery),” said Doni Luckutt, director of marketing for the LSC. “It’s an educational venture and not necessarily to make a profit.” The plan is to have a fully functional microbrewery fall 2014. When the LSC reopens, so will the new addition. Currently, CSU hopes to have a six-barrel system adjacent to the Ramskeller. A small classroom area will be attached. According to Luckutt, a glass wall will allow passersby to observe the barrels and any work that may be going on. There are no plans to sell the beer outside of CSU and it will most likely

not be served in the Ramskeller, either. “Six barrels is about 186 gallons of beer. That’s a lot to dump down the drain,” said Doug O’Dell, founder of O’Dell Brewing Company. “I think students should be able to walk in and buy the beer they’re making.” For the students who will still be at CSU at the completion date, the microbrewery is an exciting addition. “The Fort Collins microbrewery culture is so prominent and this sort of a degree will help (students) transition into the local job economy,” said Nicholas LeVack, a sophomore English major. “It’s really cool.” With the new specialization, graduates have more to offer to big (and local) names, like New Belgium and Odell breweries. “It’s smart. Fermentation cov-

ers a wide spectrum: not only alcohol fermentation, but also bread baking and dairy products. This will be a great kitchen tool for anyone interested in brewing,” Odell said. “…CSU is extending the brew culture and we’re very excited to see some possible employees come out of the program.” “We’re very excited that CSU is pitting this major in place and definitely want to be involved in moving it along.” CSU will reap the benefits of the new major and additional learning space. “The microbrewery is about the new major and the study of fermentation,” Luckutt said. Fermentation includes more than just beer, but the brewery will facilitate hands-on experience. Senior Reporter Mariah Wenzel can be reached at news@collegian.com.

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COMMENTARY

Make love to your textbooks, please It is not an exaggeration to say that college is an entirely different ballgame than high school with regards to academics. In some ways, that’s a good thing. However, the difficulty of the classes does ramp up quite a bit. When I was a freshman, this sudden change of pace was one of the more troublesome aspects of college academics that I had to acclimatize too. I had to learn a lot of things about how college coursework operates in a short span of time so as to not be left behind by my more prepared peers. Curse them. So, for your benefit, here’s some friendly advice CALEB about your college academic life. HENDRICH First, do not have a panic attack over the first exam. I was the kind of student in high school that got good grades relatively easily, and got used to it. In college, however, there isn’t an easy way to get good grades, because unlike high school, most courses only have two or three exams that will make up the vast majority of your grade. There also aren’t a lot of small homework assignments that can cushion you in case an exam doesn’t go well. But, with that being said, don’t freak out and assume that you’re going to fail a class when you don’t do so well on your first exam. It’s always the hardest one, because often times you don’t know how a professor writes their exams. What they’ll ask or how they’ll want answers to be written are complete mysteries to you. That’s not necessarily a bad thing. It’s just the way a class works. Treat the first exam as a trial run, and then adapt for the second exam. Just because you studied your heart out and got a “C” does not mean that you’ll be playing catch up for the remainder of the semester. Unless it does. In which case, sorry. Second, use your professors as a resource when you’re having trouble. A class that I was required to take as a Journalism and Technical Communication major was Statistics. To say that I am abysmal at math is an understatement, and because of that, Statistics 101 might as well have been Martian 101 for me. The only –– and I mean only –– reason that I passed Statistics with a reasonable grade was because I actively got help from the Teaching Assistant (TA) who was teaching the class. If I didn’t understand something in lecture, or on a homework assignment, I went and asked her during office hours. The same will be true for your professors as well. They have office hours for a reason, and if you don’t understand something go ask them. Some of them even appreciate students coming to ask them questions; it shows that you’re invested in the class and actually want to do well. Third, do not write off AUCC classes early on. Everyone has to take “All University Core Curriculum,” or AUCC, classes. There is no way around it. For my fellow Liberal Arts majors, this means you’ll have to take science and math classes. For all other majors, you’ll be stuck in liberal arts classes at some point. My advice for AUCC is to get them all done and out of the way as soon as humanly possible. Part of the reason why I’m going to be a third semester senior is because I did not complete my AUCC in my freshman and sophomore years. And believe me, nothing is more aggravating than taking a bunch of 300 and 400 level classes (that will be taking the lion’s share of my time and energy) and having to tolerate a 100 level class on the side. Academics is as much about planning ahead as it is studying. It’s not just a marathon. It’s a game of chess as well. Opinion Editor Caleb Hendrich is a senior journalism and political science double major. He (probably) enjoys piña coladas and getting caught in the rain. Letters about Jimmy Buffett and other subjects can be sent to letters@collegian.com.

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Construction continues on Mason Street in preparation for the Mason Corridor and the MAX route.

MAX construction on schedule By Mariah Wenzel

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

MAX is on the way. “We’re finally getting there! This was a long time coming and many years of planning,” said Mayor Karen Weitkunat at the reception following a construction tour of the MAX Bus Rapid Transport system. By December 2013, all routes will be complete and functional. As soon as the tests for safety and efficiency are passed, Fort Collins will have a brand new method of public transportation. “We have a backbone in so far. Finishing touches won’t go in until the timing is right to start testing components,” said Ryan Dickenson, project manager for Concrete Express — a contractor for the project. The final product is anticipated for May 2014 if everything goes according to schedule. The five-mile stretch of bus rapid transport extends from the Downtown Transit Center in Old Town to the South Station just past the intersection of College Avenue and Harmony Road. According to Keith Meyer, MAX construction manager, the entire project costs $87 million. Of the $87 million, 75 percent is covered by federal grants and the other 25 percent is funded by the Colorado Department of Transportation and other state entities. The total investment by the City of Fort Collins is $4 million. The bus route is a mix of dedicated roadway — just for bus use — and mixed traffic, where buses share the road with other drivers. The BRT is able to trigger traffic lights and has priority on the dedicated roadway. Estimates put the full south-to-north ride at 20 minutes. Along the dedicated guide ways, the bus should travel faster than normal traffic – cutting the slow drive along the main roads. “The functionality is driven partially by the dysfunctionality of College

Avenue,” Ben Manvel, previous Fort Collins City Council Member, said. Fort Collins will purchase several new buses that will only serve the MAX route. According to Erika Keeton, special projects manager for MAX, each new 60-foot bus costs around $700,000 and is powered by compressed natural gas. In addition, each bus has indoor bike storage – currently four spaces per bus – on a first-come-first-serve basis. There are plans to implement bike racks at each stop, and the University Station has further possibilities to create overnight locker storage for bikes, as said in a previous interview by Andrew Oringer, director of sustainability for ASCSU. CSU is projected to have a huge ridership for the program. CSU paid to fund a larger station to accommodate traffic, according to Meyer. The University Station will run along a small path between the railroad tracks and the Jack Christiansen Track on the eastern edge of campus. Like each of the 14 new platforms, it will have electronic ticketing kiosks, a shelter, emergency call box and 24hour video monitoring. The end-of-line South Station will have the most new amenities, according to Tim Hackworth, civil engineer and inspector for MAX. The station will include an info desk, coffee bar, rest area for bus drivers, restrooms and indoor shelter. Fort Collins is also working with local artists and stakeholders to create public art at each station. An aesthetic look is planned for each station by the City of Fort Collins’ design team and Art in Public Places. “We want to bring our local resources together to catapult (Fort Collins) in the right direction,” said Rick Garcia, the mountain regional director of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. “You’re going to be a model city.” Senior Reporter Mariah Wenzel can be reached at news@collegian.com.

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Get to know the different residence halls

Allison Allison is known first and foremost for the dining center Spoons, which serves restaurant-style soups and salads for a meal swipe. At least one former Allison resident enjoyed the atmosphere of the Hall. “People actually respected the quiet hours, the RAs [resident assistants] were amazing, and everyone was nice,” former Allison Hall resident Breanna Behl-Johnson said. The hall features standard rooms with community bathrooms. Allison is located on the north side of campus near to the Transit Center and the Lory Student Center. Braiden Braiden Hall, which its proximity to central campus, residential learning communities and a newly renovated dining hall, the residents had little to complain about. “The suite-style room was amazing,” said former resident Mitch McCullough. “Braiden was a great experience to have as a freshman because it made me feel more comfortable.”

RESIDENCE HALLS 1. Westfall 2. Durward 3. Corbett 4. Parmelee 5. Allison 6. Braiden 7. Newsom 8. Academic Village 9. Edwards 10. Ingersoll 11. Summit

Corbett Corbett is the largest hall since it contains the health and exercise community, key service community and key explore community. The dorm also has an in-building dining center that connects to neighboring Parmelee Hall. There is an enclosed courtyard with a basketball court, volleyball pit, grills and picnic tables. “It was easy to meet people there,” former resident Lisa DeCristino said. “The dorm was also co-ed which made the atmosphere more mellow.” Corbett is located west of Parmelee Hall Durward Hall Durward Hall is one of the “towers,” a 12-story residence hall that is on the northwest side of campus. Dur-

ward has both standard rooms and quad units. “The three-room unit was awesome because I had a roommate but got my own individual room,” said Angela Brehmer, a quad unit resident. The views of the Colorado sunset is unmatched due to the sheer height of the dorm, which can also be spotted from just about anywhere on campus. Durward is also close to Durrell Center, which has a game room, weight room, computer lab and dining center. The dining center is scheduled to be renovated during the 2012-2013 school year, so residents should anticipate walking to one of the other dining halls. Durward is located between Corbett Hall and Westfall Hall Edwards Hall Edwards Hall is named for the first president of the university, Elijah Edwards. The hall has standard rooms with halls devoted to run off from the Honors and Engineering residential communities as well as the Equine community. “It was great to be around people who had a passion for the same thing I

did,” said Crysta Woerpel, a resident of the Equine community. “It was also far enough away from classes that I didn’t feel like I was at school 24-7.” Edwards has had recent exterior upgrades to enhance the curb appeal of the hall. Edwards is located west of Academic Village Ingersoll Hall Ingersoll Hall is the farthest dorm from main campus. “It forced me to exercise because there was no short way to walk to classes,” former resident Cameron Avis said. The hall was rich in the news this past year. There were shots fired at a motorist who struck a police officer nearby Ingersoll, as well as a fire that forced an evacuation of the dorm in the middle of the night. Ingersoll Hall is also a preliminary location for the proposed on-campus stadium. Ingersoll, while far from classes, is close to campus west- a shopping center on the other side of Shields street. Edwards can be found east of Shields and Campus West. See HALLS on PAGE 31

Laurel Street

North Drive

Moby

Rec Center LSC

Elizabeth Street Health Center Morgan Library

South Drive

Pitkin Street

Meridian Avenue

Academic Village Academic Village, or AV as it is commonly called, is a complex comprised of the Honors Hall, Engineering Hall, Aspen Hall and the Ram’s Horn Dining Center. Students voted it the best dorm and dining hall for the 20112012 school year. “Academic Village had a great community,” sophomore honors student Emily Collins said. “Everyone was super friendly and involved so it was always a great time.” Each hall features the luxury of a private bathroom and air conditioning. Only Aspen Hall is open for any student. Visitors to the Honors and Engineering Halls must be accompanied by a resident. AV is located between Edwards Hall and Newsom Hall on the south side of campus.

New Braiden residents should be prepared for change, however. Half of the building is receiving renovations for the 2012-2013 school year, so residents will be required to move rooms halfway through the school year to the updated side. Braiden is located west of Eddy Hall and the Clark Building.

Shields Street

By Nicole Fagan

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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Newsom Hall Newsom Hall has standard rooms with space reserved for upperclassmen and transfer students. The dorm was also named after one of CSU’s former presidents. Newsom, like Allison Hall, does not have fire suppression sprinklers, but there is some charm in the older building, according to one former resident. “Newsom had awesome people for the most part and huge windows to let in natural light,” said junior Joe Pearson. The residence hall is in between both the Braiden and Ram’s Horn dining halls and is close to main campus. Newsom is located west of Braiden Hall.

Parmelee Hall Parmelee was recently renovated in 2011-2012. It now features a colorful lobby, updated study rooms and a new air-conditioned fourth floor reserved for returning students. “Parmelee was completely redone and the study lounges were really nice! The student kitchen was also renovated,” said Kali Hastert, former Parmelee resident. Parmelee is the home of Global Village Community, which accepts students on an application basis. Parmelee has a dining center that is connected to the Corbett Marketplace. Parmelee is located east of Corbett Hall Summit Hall Summit Hall has been jokingly

called a “castle.” Interestingly enough, Summit Hall is also is the shape of an S. The hall was built in 2004 with air-conditioned suite-style rooms. Residents are either in single or double rooms with connecting bathrooms. “It was like living in a hotel, but with a giant unbreakable family all around you,” former resident and sophomore Mairaed Gillooly said. Summit Hall also features the Live Green and Living Substance Free Communities. Summit can be found south of Edwards Hall Westfall Hall Westfall Hall is the second 12-story residence hall. Like Durward, it is one of the “towers” with both standard rooms and quad units. There are

study lounges on each floor and co-ed floors are available throughout the building. “The elevators were a great place to meet interesting people, the rooms were a great size, and the views were stunning,” said Asia Upchurch, a former resident. Westfall is also close to the Durrell Center, which has a game room, weight room, computer lab and dining center. The dining center is scheduled to be renovated during the 2012-2013 school year, so residents should anticipate walking to one of the other dining halls. Westfall is located west of Durward Hall. Former Collegian Reporter Nicolle Fagan can be reached at news@collegian.com.

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Jon Octeus, 5, makes a slam dunk at the buzzer in the 66-60 win against San Diego State in Moby Arena in February.

Top: Sam Martin (12) defends Meghan Heimstra (11) at practice February 5, 2013 in Moby Arena. Center: Sophomore Ali Slyne (6) goes on the offensive at practice in May. The womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lacrosse team won the national chapionship in spring 2013. Bottom: Colorado State Rams players mug Dorian Green after their second straight home conference win.

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WHO RUNS THE SHOW AT CSU? TONY FRANK UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT

JACK GRAHAM ATHLETICS DIRECTOR

Who he is The 14th president of CSU, Tony Frank took office in 2009 after 16 years in various capacities including pathology professor and leadership positions such as Provost and Dean of the College of Veterinary Sciences. What he does Works with faculty, staff, students and alumni to advance CSU; maintains university relationships with the City of Fort Collins, Larimer County and elected officials and others; leads the university.

Who he is Graham was hired as athletics director at CSU in 2011. A CSU alumnus, he studied U.S. history and played quarterback for the Rams from 1973 to 1974. Before returning to CSU, he worked in insurance. What he does Leads the athletics department that supports nearly 400 student-athletes competing in 16 varsity sports, including football, basketball, volleyball, track and field, and tennis.

MARY ONTIVEROS VICE PRES. FOR DIVERSITY/ ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ENROLLMENT AND ACCESS

BLANCHE HUGHES VICE PRES. FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS

Who she is Originally from Kentucky, Hughes spent 13 years as the Director of Black Student Services, before moving to Colorado Springs. She would later return as the Vice President for Student Affairs in 2004. What she does Leads the office of student affairs, which seeks to assure excellence in academic programs, create distinctive undergraduate experiences and expose students to diverse cultures, among other goals.

Who she is An alumna of CSU, Ontiveros has been an employee of the university since 1974, working in leadership positions in the Office of Admissions, as a faculty affiliate, and special assistant to the president of CSU-Pueblo. What she does Leads diversity planning efforts; develops strategic partnerships, alliances and collaborations; organizes the annual Diversity Conference; represents the iniversity through networking and collaboration with outside communities.

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Meet the student government you pay to get things done By Andrew Carrera

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

Yes, the Associated Students of CSU still plans the school’s homecoming, but add that to the list of everything else they do. Using the $38 each student pays them in fees, student government runs a

ASCSU PRESIDENT: YOUR STUDENT ADVOCATE In charge of a staff of 50 individuals. Ultimately responsible for the success or failure of programs run out of ASCSU. Manages a $2 million budget. Represents the student body during CSU System Governing Board meetings, during which major decisions regarding CSU, CSU-Pueblo and CSU Global are made. This year’s President: Nigel Daniels

ASCSU VICE-PRESIDENT: THE ONE BEHIND THE SCENES Runs the senate, an elected group of students that passes legislation affecting the quality of life at CSU and approving various decisions made by the ASCSU President. Assists the student body president with executive decisions Chairs the Student Fee Review Board, which oversees $31 million in student fee allocation. Oversees the selection process for the Homecoming Pacesetter, a prestigious merit-based award given annually to a CSU student. This year’s Vice President: Andrew Olson

variety of programs – like RamRide – that are designed to improve the CSU student experience. Here are just some of the positions found within the organization.

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Coordinates diversity awareness programs with CSU organizations. Tracks the amount of diversity on campus. Relays any questions and concerns that CSU’s eight diversity offices have. Helps student organizations acquire funding grants from the Student Fee Review Board, so they may host events in the interest of social justice. This year’s Director: Lauren Wester

Represents the interests of students at city council meetings. Lobbies state legislators on issues that are important to students. Tracks legislation relevant to the CSU community. Works with Fort Collins city officials to create programs that benefit students. This year’s Director of Government Affairs: Morgan Smith

Editor’s note: At time of print, Carrera and Daniels were roommates. Don’t worry, Carrera’s moving out for the 2013-2014 academic year just for you, CSU.

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Food trucks flocking to CSU campus By Taylor Pettaway

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

Though the food court in the Lory Student Center will be closed during renovations, students won’t be left hungry on campus. To replace the food court, Lory Dining Services will relocate some businesses, but the rest will be replaced with food trucks parked on campus. “It is important to provide alternative eating locations,” Joyce Durol, Associate Director of Lory Dining Services said. “That’s what started the food truck idea. They wanted to come on before so we were all excited. This gives additional food options because we are severely affected by the renovations.” So far, there are five trucks participating that offer a variety of cuisines ranging from hot dogs and hamburgers, soft serve, frozen fruit, Asianfused meals, Italian sandwiches and breakfast dishes. “We initially made contact with two trucks, and word got out (about what we were doing) and that is how we got to five,” Durol said. “(The food trucks) are like a subculture, so they will work to offer different things. It won’t be your average lunch fair.” The trucks will be parked on S. Pitkin in the Education Building’s parking lot. According to Durol, the dining

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A student gets ready to enjoy food from one of the many lunch trucks found around Fort Collins. More are expected to flock to the CSU campus as restaurants close.

services is working on getting tables and chairs to the parking lot to create a nice environment for students to eat their meals. “What I like is that they are small entities,” Durol said. “they all are selfcontained units; they just pull up, work their day, and leave later because they will have obligations in Fort Collins.” All food trucks that will come on campus operate around Fort Collins, but they are not in a permanent spot. Once at CSU, the trucks will be com-

mitted to a set Monday-through-Friday schedule. The food trucks will only accept credit, debit and cash, as of now. However Dining Services is working on tapping into the university network to allow the trucks to take RamCash, Durol said. Although the food court will be closed, not all restaurants will shut down. Subway and Spoons will both be downsized to kiosks in Clark A.

For Spoons, they will go from seven employees to only two or three. According to Spoons employee Rebecca Carleson, Spoons employees are not excited about the downsize, but they will be able to work at another Spoons location. “[This move] will probably cut business in half, maybe a quarter,” Carleson said. “We are hoping that won’t happen, but we are also preparing that it will.” Bagel Place 2 will be one of the restaurants to stay open in the LSC. Due to the renovations, BP2 will be taking in the employees from Bagel Place 1 as well as expanding their hours. “I think we will have a lot more business because we will be next to the temporary RamSkeller so we will have more traffic and people will know we are here,” Bree Ziola, a BP2 employee said. Once the student center is finished being renovated, the food trucks will be replaced with the food court inside the LSC. “(The food truck owners) are extremely excited, and they know that [they will stay on campus] only a year,” Durol said. “But they are hoping they can get some loyalty customers from the process.” Collegian Reporter Taylor Pettaway can be reached at news@collegian.com.

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Melissa English, a visitor to campus, biked down a path at the Oval on Tuesday, March 3, 2009.

Nap time? Here’s where you should go By Emily Smith

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

It’s 12:50 p.m. You just got out of class and have a one-hour break. You can barely keep your eyes open. Look no further: from the Morgan Library to the Oval, CSU has several great spots to take a quick on-campus nap when you need it most. The Oval This landmark of CSU’s campus is

located just south of the intersection of Laurel Street and Howes Street. It provides ample outdoor napping space as 2,065-foot expanse. The soft grass acts as a comfy bed and the large trees offer plenty of shade. Monfort Quad This field is located between the Plant Science and Animal Sciences buildings, east of the Clark Building. Grass and several benches outline the quad for multiple napping options.

Not quite as busy as the Oval or the LSC, the quad may offer a quieter napping venue. Morgan Library Located at the south end of the LSC Plaza, the library is centrally located on campus and convenient for a quick nap. At 100,100 square feet, the napping possibilities are endless. Each of the three floors plus the basement offers different styles and

selections of couches and chairs. Lawn between Eddy Hall and the Education building In the middle of these two buildings sits another green expanse. Though smaller than the Oval and Monfort Quad, the lawn is a good napping option for students with classes on the south end of campus. Shade, trees and benches are dispersed around the grass. Fromer News Editor Emily Smith can be reached at news@collegian.com.

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Top left: Freshman civil engineering major Schuyler Pagenstecher, middle, points to people in the crowd as he prepares to dance for his fraternity at the Stroll on the Plaza. The Stroll is an annual dance competition organized by CSU Greek Life members. Top right: Students take advantage of warm weather as they walk through the Oval. Bottom left: Sophomore nutrition and food science major Rachel Bell congratulates sophomore Rachel Gallagher, an open-option major, during Bid Day near the Vietnam Memorial Bridge Wednesday afternoon September 20, 2006. Bottom right: Christian Hill, left, works with director of the CSU Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and TransCOLLEGIAN FILE PHOTO gender (GLBT) Resource Center, Foula Dimopoulos, in the Lory Student Center March 03, 2011.

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Six tips they don’t give you at freshmen orientation The five year plan: most of us don’t come to college with the intent of making it a five-year venture; for many of us, it just happens. I myself will conclude my own five year journey this May. Because I majored in communication studies — a less work intensive major than, say, mechanical engineering — my education has extended into some of the more “practical” lessons CSU has to offer. Among these are ways to avoid tickets, absences, and paying for food. To set the record straight, I’m not encouraging you to do anything illegal. So, if any of this sounds illegal, go ahead and toss it in the “theoretical” category. Here are the six tips they didn’t give you at orientation: THE CSU BICYCLE enforcement division is not made up of police officers: they are students with blue

shirts. Not only can they not arrest you, they are not legally allowed to chase you if you “run away.” I NEVER RESPECTED THE “U PLUS 2” RULE — most of my landlords didn’t either. I mean let’s face it: it’s just not financially feasible for three people alone to pay the rent on a four or five bedroom house. And though most of us think this law is silly and unnecessary — it’s still the law. So, if you are in such a predicament, do yourself a favor and don’t bring attention to yourself. By that I mean, don’t piss off your neighbors. BE WARY OF RENTAL CONTRACTS which stipulate a fine for noise violations. That means that if you receive a noise violation, you have to pay a fine to the city, as well as an additional fine to your realty company. In my case the additional fine was $300, a nice sum the realtor made

sure they collected by sending their employees to check on our house late on Friday and Saturday nights, and instructing them to call the police if there was a party going on. I know this to be a fact, because I eventually confronted one of their staff, asking why they were driving by my house at 1 a.m. on a Sunday morning. My realtor at the time was Vantage Realty, but I’d imagine there’s more than one dishonest realtor in town — so watch out. OFTEN TIMES IN THE DORM dining halls, one must leave the hall to go to the bathroom. Upon return, it is not likely they will need to scan their card again. Instead, one usually says: “I’m just coming back from the bathroom.” Am I advocating you sneak into the dining halls without paying? The technical answer to that question is no.

IF YOU NEED A NAP, the best place to sleep on campus is the newly renovated lounge on the south side of the library, located on the third floor, and laden with couches. Be sure to bring a hoodie to cover your face — you don’t want others to see you snoring and/or drooling on yourself. IF SOMEONE APPROACHES YOU ON CAMPUS wanting to “ask you a few questions,” just say no. You may find yourself wanting to engage in a discussion with these prophetic individuals, but it is likely your idea of a discussion is one which involves things like rational thought, logic and reason: all three of which are notions lost on these dogmatic kool-aide drinkers. Don’t waste your time. Erik Carman graduated from CSU in spring 2013 with a communication studies major. He can be reached at letters@collegian.com.

Students could face criminal charges if caught with fake I.D. By Katie O’Keefe

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

The first time Bailey Ostdiek tried using a fake I.D. it worked. The I.D. was real, but it was not hers. A friend from California, who had just turned 21, gave Ostdiek her I.D. to use. “I figured it would be better than using a Colorado one,” she said, adding that she and her friend looked similar other than their hair color. After receiving the I.D. in the mail, she dyed her hair platinum blonde to better match the I.D. The second time, Ostdiek figured she would go to the same bar with the same bouncer to test her luck again. This time, the I.D. was taken and she was turned away. “They didn’t call the police or anything; he just said he wasn’t going to let me in and he was taking my I.D.,” Ostdiek said. “I just said ‘Okay.’ And then I left.” According to Sgt. Mike West of the Fort Collins Police Department, others are not always quite as fortunate.

“If an officer believes (he or she) has a fake I.D. we would seize it, turn it into evidence and then one it goes through the system it would probably be destroyed,” West said. But it’s not always as simple as the I.D. being destroyed. “When a liquor-licensed establishment (bar or liquor store) in Fort Collins believes an I.D. is fake, they are required to confiscate the I.D. and submit it to Fort Collins Police,” Robert Lowrey, staff attorney for Student Legal Services at CSU wrote in an email to the <em>Collegian</em>. According to Lowrey, a form outlining the circumstances of the confiscation would also be filled out. Next, the police department would try to locate the student by using the CSU online directory for contact information. “After the admin locates the contact info, they call and/or email the student (or the student’s parents) asking the student to call back and talk to the police about the I.D.,” Lowrey wrote. Lowrey advises students not to talk about the facts of the case or the

I.D. when the police call, instead ask when he or she can go to pick up the ticket. After picking up and signing for the ticket, Lowrey said students should make an appointment to speak with an attorney at Student Legal Services, who can walk them through the process and, depending on the case, “advise the student whether they should consider hiring a private attorney to represent them in court.” “This is all important because these cases can result in permanent criminal records which will follow and haunt students for the rest of their lives,” he wrote. As for any repercussions handed down from the university, a behavioral workshop is likely in the future of a student who is reported by the police department to the university as being in possession of a fake I.D. “One of the ramifications is that they get referred to the student conduct process for allegedly, possibly violating school rules and they will have a discipline hearing with us and we’ll hear their side of the story and see if there are violations with the

code of conduct,” said Craig Chesson, assistant dean of students and director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct services. “A lot of times what we’ll try to do is educate them through decision-making workshops.” Chesson said it is “highly unlikely” that a student would be separated from the university on a first offense if the issue was solely that the student was in possession of a fake/fraudulent I.D. If a report indicated multiple offenses — student was intoxicated and got in a fight, for example — then perhaps a separation from the school could be considered, but that really depends on the case, Chesson said. According to Lowrey, in the past few years, Student Legal Services has averaged around two cases per month in which a student was ticketed for having a fake I.D. “Results are much better for students when they come here before they talk to the police, and when they exercise their right to remain silent,” Lowrey wrote. Collegian Reporter Katie O’Keefe can be reached at news@collegian.com.

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