Vol. 129, No. 2 Thursday, June 20, 2019 by The Rocky Mountain Collegian

Vol. 129, No. 2 Thursday, June 20, 2019

NEWS

OPINION

ARTS & CULTURE

Fort Collins alleys see regrade

There’s no excuse to be politically unaware

Four local boutiques that have character

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Colorado State University’s Adrianna Culbert digs the ball during the Rams’ match against Boise State University Oct. 23, 2014. The Rams defeated the Broncos in the straight sets. PHOTO BY ELIOTT FOUST COLLEGIAN

Former All-American, Ms. Quadruple Double added as coach By Sergio Santistevan @TheRealsSergio

One of the most prolific players to ever don the green and gold for Colorado State’s volleyball team will be rejoining the team this season, but under a new title. Adrianna Culbert will join Head Coach Tom Hilbert’s staff as an assistant coach. Culbert,

a former Rams All-American, earned more than 25 awards and honors in her four-year career that spanned from 20122015. Culbert solidified herself in CSU history books when she recorded a quadruple-double in her senior season. Against San Jose State University, Culbert tallied 10 kills, 11 blocks, 20 assists and 13 digs to record the

NCAA’s first quadruple-double in more than five years. During her tenure at CSU, Culbert was named Mountain West Player of the Year, American Volleyball Coaches Association Third-Team All-American and Colorado Sports Hall of Fame female collegiate athlete of the year. In addition, the Rams reached the regional semifinals in the NCAA Tour-

nament for the first time since 2009 during that span. After graduating CSU, she attended the University of South Carolina as a graduate student, where she played on the beach volleyball team and earned a spot on the USA Volleyball Collegiate Beach Pairs Championship in 2017. She was an assistant coach for the indoor volleyball team

at South Carolina and the University of Northern Colorado. The man who coached Culbert and the Rams through all those years is excited about the newest addition to his staff. “(Adrianna) is one of the top three pure all-around volleyball players I’ve ever coached,” Hilbert said. “Her talents are due to her drive and her incredible

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FORT COLLINS FOCUS

Matt McCune searches through his tackle box while fishing at City Park June 19 as temperatures climbed into the 80s and mostly sunny skies held out for the afternoon. Fort Collins is expected to see thunderstorms later in the week followed by sunny weather and temperatures back in the 80s, according to The Weather Channel. PHOTO BY FORREST CZARNECKI COLLEGIAN

overheard on the plaza “I only know the Hamburgler because he’s such a pop icon.”

“Think of it as ‘Three Stooges’ but with a bottle of tequila.” “You’re crying in a Cane’s.” “It’s okay, it’s not the worst place I’ve cried.” Have you recently overheard something funny on campus? Put your eavesdropping to good use. Tweet us @CSUCollegian and your submissions could be featured in our next paper!

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CRIME

8 arrested in I-25 human trafficking investigation By Laura Studley @laurastudley

Eight people were arrested and cited in a human trafficking demand reduction operation along Interstate Highway 25 June 7 by the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division, according to a press release published June 12 by the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office. All of the accused were charged with Patronizing a Prostitute, a class 1 Misdemeanor, and Soliciting for Prostitution, a class 3 Misdemeanor. The investigation, which involved the assistance of Fort Collins Police Services and local nonprofit Free Our Girls, recovered a total of $1,290 and covered a span of I-25 between Wellington and Loveland in unincorporated Larimer County. This was the first sting of 2019, according to an article published by the Loveland Reporter-Herald. All eight defendants were released June 7 during the operation. In an email to The Collegian, Jered Kramer, public information officer at the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, wrote that the defendants have been summonsed to appear in court July 1. According to the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, the operation was conducted to discourage anyone who would commit a class

ACCUSED SUSPECTS ■ Brian Cartmill

59, Cheyenne, Wyoming ■ Pablo Montez 46, Westminster, Colorado ■ Kevin Ashford 49, Ault, Colorado ■ William Ashmore 43, Matheson, Colorado ■ Greg Henson 62, Greeley, Colorado ■ Rick James 27, Windsor, Colorado ■ Ian Trestrail 29, Loveland, Colorado ■ Ben Myers 41, Glendo, Wyoming 1 misdemeanor and to reduce the prevalence of prostitution in the Northern Colorado community. There have been upwards of 200 cases of human trafficking in Colorado in the last five years, and the presence of I-25 drives human trafficking to Northern Colorado, allowing human traffickers to move between cities along the Front Range and into other states, according to an article published by The Rocky Mountain Collegian. Laura Studley can be reached at news@collegian.com.

Traffic leaving Fort Collins from Harmony Road enters the on-ramp to reach Interstate Highway 25. An investigation led by the Fort Collins Police Services and nonprofit Free Our Girls led to the arrest of eight individuals in a human trafficking demand reduction operation. COLLEGIAN FILE PHOTO

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CITY

Fort Collins alleys to be regraded this summer By Laura Studley @laurastudley

Fort Collins is regrading a total of 240 alleyways this summer — liter-alley. The process began in May and is expected to continue until the end of the summer, with a second round of regrading set to begin this fall. A total of 35 blocks will be canvassed and evaluated to determine the safety and general conditions of the city alleys. Residents should expect alleyways to be temporarily obstructed during this process. “This first round of alley grading will take significantly more time,” wrote David Young, public relations coordinator for the City of Fort Collins, in an email to The Collegian. “The alleys have degraded these past two years, and more work is required to get them back into ‘normal’ condition.” The alley budget is approximately $125,000, Young said. The City submits a Budgeting For Outcomes request to fund annual maintenance. Because there was no budget assigned to regrading alleys in 2017 or 2018, the City of Fort Collins is primarily focused on getting the alleys back to a safe state. If the alley doesn’t meet the City’s standards for safety, construction and maintenance will follow. “When we have an alley budget, we try to grade alleys twice a year, which means we use a piece of equipment called a road grader to cut into the alley to smooth it and reconstruct it,” Young wrote. If needed, extra material and water will be added for the roller to give compaction to the new unpaved alley. These alleys are only graded on whether or not the City deems them safe. There isn’t a specific numeric or lettered grading scale. The Forestry Division will create an accessible route for the Street Department construction vehicles by pruning shrubs and trees. Due to budget

The City of Fort Collins will be regrading 240 alleys across 35 blocks throughout the summer. Alleys that don’t meet safety standards will be prioritized according to the City. PHOTO BY NATHAN TRAN COLLEGIAN

constraints, forestry services aren’t normally utilized in regards to construction. However, the recent alley maintenance has required the Forestry Division’s involvement.

City residents are advised to move any obstructions from the alleyways, including cars, trashcans and garden boxes. It’s also recommended that residents clear the way for City

vehicles by pruning their own shrubs and trees. “Subsequent alley work will go much faster with a quality baseline established,” Young wrote. “After this initial work is

completed, we will grade the alleys once in the spring and once in the fall, as long as we have a budget.” Laura Studley can be reached at news@collegian.com.

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NOTICE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; STUDENT FEES 2019-2020 Colorado State University Board of Governors Meeting - May 7-8, 2019 Final

COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY EDUCATION AND GENERAL PROPOSED STUDENT FEE SCHEDULE PER SEMESTER EDUCATION AND GENERAL PROPOSED STUDENT FEE SCHEDULE FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2019-20 PER SEMESTER FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2019-20 ON CAMPUS ON CAMPUS

THE FOLLOWING NEW SPECIAL COURSE FEES, CHANGES IN SPECIAL COURSE FEES, CHARGES FOR TECHNOLOGY, AND MANDATORY STUDENT FEES FOR 2019-2020 WERE APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS ON MAY 7 & 8, 2019. THE SPECIAL COURSE FEES ARE ALL PERMANENT. THE CHARGES FOR TECHNOLOGY AND THE MANDATORY STUDENT FEES WERE APPROVED AND RECOMMENDED BY THE ASCSU STUDENT FEE REVIEW BOARD. THEY REFLECT INFLATIONARY INCREASES IN COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THESE PROGRAMS. THE SPECIAL COURSE FEE COMPREHENSIVE LIST MAY BE ACCESSED ONLINE AT WWW.PROVOST.COLOSTATE.EDU/STUDENTS/

FULL TIME FEES (six or more credits) Associated Students of Colorado State University (ASCSU) Athletics Operations Debt Service Campus Recreation Student Recreation Center Facilities Debt Service Recreational Sports Office CSU Health Network - Wellness Programs Medical Services Facilities Construction Counseling Services Lory Student Center Operations Facilities Construction/Renovations RamEvents Student Services Adult Learner & Veteran Services Career Center Committee for Disabled Student Accessibility Interpersonal Violence Response & Safety Off-Campus Life RamRide School of the Arts Student Leadership, Involvement & Community Engagement Student Legal Services Student Resolution Center Subtotal University Alternative Transportation Fee University Technology Fee University Facility Fee 1 TOTAL FEES FULL-TIME STUDENT PART TIME FEES (five or less credits) Adult Learner & Veteran Services Associated Students of Colorado State University (ASCSU) Career Center Committee for Disabled Student Accessibility Interpersonal Violence Response & Safety Lory Student Center Operations Facilities Construction/Renovations RamEvents Off-Campus Life RamRide Student Leadership, Involvement & Community Engagement Student Legal Services Student Resolution Center University Alternative Transportation Fee

2018-19 Approved Fees

2019-20 Proposed Changes

2019-20 Proposed Fees

Percent Change

$24.45

$0.00

$24.45

0.0%

$110.54 $5.07

$0.00 $0.00

$110.54 $5.07

0.0% 0.0%

$73.17 $52.64 $16.07

$3.50 $0.00 $0.00

$76.67 $52.64 $16.07

4.8% 0.0% 0.0%

$166.56 $35.03 $48.25

$0.00 $0.00 $3.90

$166.56 $35.03 $52.15

0.0% 0.0% 8.1%

$111.07 $76.21 $9.77

$5.34 $0.00 $0.06

$116.41 $76.21 $9.83

4.8% 0.0% 0.6%

$7.49 $32.55 $2.72 $4.32 $5.54 $6.07 $14.80 $18.66 $7.49 $7.34

$12.76 $1.47 $0.00 $1.39 $0.97 $0.78 $0.29 $0.52 $0.74 $0.18

$20.25 $34.02 $2.72 $5.71 $6.51 $6.85 $15.09 $19.18 $8.23 $7.52

170.4% 4.5% 0.0% 32.2% 17.5% 12.9% 2.0% 2.8% 9.9% 2.5%

$835.81

$31.90

$867.71

3.8%

$30.50 $25.00 $311.25

$3.15 $0.00 $0.00

$33.65 $25.00 $311.25

10.3% 0.0% 0.0%

$1,202.56

$35.05

$1,237.61

2.9%

$3.15 $10.27 $32.55 $1.14 $1.81

$5.36 $0.00 $1.47 $0.00 $0.59

$8.51 $10.27 $34.02 $1.14 $2.40

170.2% 0.0% 4.5% 0.0% 32.6%

$46.65 $32.01 $4.10 $2.33 $2.55 $7.84 $3.15 $7.34 $12.81

$2.24 $0.00 $0.03 $0.40 $0.33 $0.22 $0.31 $0.18 $1.32

$48.89 $32.01 $4.13 $2.73 $2.88 $8.06 $3.46 $7.52 $14.13

4.8% 0.0% 0.7% 17.2% 12.9% 2.8% 9.8% 2.5% 10.3%

University Technology Fee University Facility Fee2

$25.00

$0.00

$25.00

0.0%

$103.75

$0.00

$103.75

0.0%

TOTAL FEES PART-TIME STUDENT

$296.45

$12.45

$308.90

4.2%

Based on 15 credit hours. Actual total charge will vary with the number of credit hours taken.

Based on 5 credit hours. Actual total charge will vary with the number of credit hours taken.

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NOTICE – STUDENT FEES 2019-2020 SPECIAL COURSE FEES - FEE CHANGES Fall 2019, Spring 2020, Summer 2020

SPECIAL COURSE FEES - NEW FEES Fall 2019, Spring 2020, Summer 2020

Course Prefix

Course Number

Course Title

241

Apparel Production

$52.10

$152.10

341

Computer-Aided Apparel Production

$16.59

$116.59

345

Draping Design

$39.57

375

Product Development II

446

ANEQ

Previous Amount

New Amount

Course Prefix

Course Number

Course Title

342

Computer-Aided Textile Design

$100.00

475

Product Development III

$100.00

$139.57

ANTH

442

Ethnographic Field School

$56.47

$156.47

ART

253

Digital Fabrication

$40.00

Apparel Design and Production

$242.33

$342.33

ART

311

Art of West & Central Africa

$6.00

551

Field Necropsy

$154.19

$144.64

ART

313

Art of East & Southern Africa

$6.00

BMS

301

Human Gross Anatomy

$94.30

$273.66

BMS

345

Functional Neuroanatomy

$27.80

$164.30

BMS

545

Neuroanatomy

$27.80

$164.30

BMS

575

Human Anatomy Dissection

$94.30

$273.66

BSPM

361

Elements of Plant Pathology

$15.00

$58.45

CBE

101

Introduction to Chemical and Biological Engineering

$51.58

$42.11

CBE

333

Chemical and Biological Engineering Lab I

$108.67

$114.16

542

Advanced Computer-Aided Textile Design

$233.94

$333.94

ESS

120

Introduction to Ecosystem and Watershed Sciences

$118.00

$113.78

321

Forest Biometry

$52.32

$74.48

111

Basic Outdoor Skills in Fish, Wildlife & Conservation

$261.00

$200.00 372.84

301

Ichthyology Laboratory

$18.50

$12.00

400

Conservation of Fish in Aquatic Systems

$45.05

$59.93

465

Managing Human/Wildlife Conflicts

$146.77

$71.04

469

Conservation Management of Large Mammals

$295.00

$320.00

GEOL

201

Field Geology of the Colorado Front Range

$158.09

$166.98

GEOL

401

Geology of the Rocky Mountain Region

$160.07

GEOL

662

Field Geomorphology

HORT

100

HORT

260

Approved Amount

$1,500.00

340

Field Mammalogy

$507.00

CBE

505

Biochemical Engineering Laboratory

$400.00

CHEM

121

Foundations of Modern Chemistry Laboratory

$12.00

CHEM

232

Foundations of Analytical Chemistry Laboratory

$70.83

CHEM

242

Foundations of Organic Chemistry Laboratory

$30.00

CHEM

264

Foundations of Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory

$59.00

CHEM

322

Foundations of Chemical Biology Laboratory

$40.00

CHEM

372

Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry Laboratory

$50.00

474

Fashion Show Production and Event Planning

$100.00

IDEA

210

Introduction to Design Thinking

$10.00

IDEA

310a

Design Thinking Toolbox: Paper Products

$100.00

IDEA

310b

Design Thinking Toolbox: 3D Modeling

$100.00

IDEA

310c

Design Thinking Toolbox: Advanced 3D Modeling

$100.00

IDEA

310d

Design Thinking Toolbox: Digital Imaging

$100.00

IDEA

310e

Design Thinking Toolbox: Wood

$100.00

IDEA

310f

Design Thinking Toolbox: Textiles

$100.00

IDEA

310g

Design Thinking Toolbox: Infographics

$100.00

IDEA

450

Design Thinking Collaborative

$100.00

INTD

210

Studio I - Interior Architecture and Design

$100.00

INTD

276

Studio II - Interior Architecture and Design

$100.00

$160.07

INTD

310

Studio III - Interior Architecture and Design

$100.00

$33.03

$40.35

INTD

376

Studio IV - Interior Architecture and Design

$100.00

Horticultural Science

$12.12

$15.30

INTD

410

Evidence-based Design Theory

$100.00

MECH

103

Introduction to Mechanical Engineering

$60.00

Plant Propagation

$20.32

$24.33 RRM

460

Event and Conference Planning

$100.00

312

Rangeland Plant Identification Lab

$10.00

SOCR

100

General Crops

$25.00

260

Computer Assisted Drafting for Theatre

$85.00

301

Theatrical Design and Production Special Topics

$100.00

HORT

321

Nursery Production and Management

$73.00

$68.03

HORT

322

Herbaceous Plants

$35.75

$33.50

HORT

344

Organic Greenhouse Production

$51.00

$59.08

INTD

476

Capstone-Interior Architecture

$95.25

$195.25

LAND

446

Urban Design

$9.00

$45.65

220

Natural Resource Ecology and Measurements

$67.67

$78.79

NRRT

350

Wilderness Leadership

$47.00

$42.33

NRRT

351

Wilderness Instructors

$104.00

$103.90

Charges for Technology, FY 19 and FY 20 College/Program

SOCR & HORT WR WR

345

417 419

Diagnosis & Treatment in Organic Fields

Watershed Measurements Water Quality Lab for Wildland Managers

$85.00

$107.52 $110.00

$147.76

$187.28 $213.81

FY 19 Charge per Semester 1,2,3,4

FY 20 Charge per Semester 1,2,3,4

• Agricultural Sciences

$86.15

• Business

$103.00

• Health & Human Sciences

$71.00

$74.50

• Intra - University Option

$38.50

$40.00

• Liberal Arts

$57.30

• Natural Sciences

$94.50

• Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences

$90.00

• Walter Scott Jr., College of Engineering

$170.00

• Warner College of Natural Resources

$94.50

Notes: 1 Resident and non-resident students pay the same Charge. 2 Undergraduate students enrolled for twelve or more credits and graduate students enrolled for nine or more credits are considered full-time and required to pay the full amount according to their college affiliation. Part-time undergraduate and graduate students pay a pro-rated amount. 3 Graduate students in the Colleges of Natural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences are not assessed a Charge. 4 Only the Colleges of Health and Human Sciences and Business assess their Charges during the summer session.

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Opinion | Thursday, June 20, 2019

COLLEGIAN COLUMNIST

There is no excuse to be politically unaware Katrina Leibee @KatrinaLeibee

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. We have a multitude of issues facing our world today. Climate change, income inequality, gun violence, lack of healthcare for everyone, racism and sexism are just some of the most pressing issues that we discuss and work to resolve on a regular basis. That being said, we still have people that don’t vote, using the excuse “I’m just not really into politics,” or “I just don’t care that much.” However, there is no excuse to not care anymore. There is no excuse to be unaware or ignorant

about politics, whether in this country or around the world. Currently, people are outraged about the energy and media coverage given to the burning of Notre Dame. Meanwhile, most people don’t seem to know or care about what is happening in Sudan. People wonder why society cares about the fall of an old building that killed no one while it essentially ignores the hundreds of injuries and deaths in Sudan. Some might come from the angle of France being a predominately white country, and it’s the nature of the world to not care as much about a nation with people of color. Others might say that the burning of Notre Dame affects us more because it was a large American tourist attraction; the flip side is that we don’t know much about Sudan. I would say that the latter is right. As humans, we tend to only care about the issues that af-

fect us or the people we are close to. We don’t have time to only care about ourselves anymore; we have to look out for everyone.

“It is easy to ignore the rain when you are wearing a raincoat that looks like white privilege.” More now than ever, politics affect us. The political decisions surrounding climate change will decide if we have a future or not. Politicians’ actions on gun control will do the same. The most heartbreaking problems that threaten our nation and our world deserve to be recognized by everyone, not just those who are interested in politics. The media has made it easier than ever to be an informed

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

We need to find a solution for U+2 By Guest Author @CSUCollegian

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. Letters to the Editor reflect the view of a member of the campus community and are submitted to the publication for approval. Rams, As the elected leadership of the Associated Students of Colorado State University, we are charged with working on behalf of the interests of CSU’s student body. Rising college costs are a crisis impacting students across the country. In Fort Collins, students face an additional obstacle in the form of limited housing options and elevated costs. As many of you know, the U+2 housing ordinance prohibits more than three unrelated people living together under one roof. We are fighting back against these mounting costs by working to find an alternative to the City’s U+2 ordinance. Rental costs in Fort Collins grew at a very similar rate to comparable metro areas before the implementation of the U+2 ordinance. However, since the adoption of the ordinance,

housing costs have increased at a much faster rate. Research conducted by Corona Insights, working on behalf of the City of Fort Collins, showed that this increase is not due to an increase in housing demand unique to Fort Collins. To make Fort Collins work for everyone, and bring rental prices down for all residents, we need to find an alternative for U+2. The U+2 ordinance is making college even more unaffordable; it also negatively impacts non-students. Only 47% of violators are estimated to be college students, with 53% estimated to be non-students, according to Corona Insights. A majority of these violators, 63% of them, are working, and relatively few are disabled or receiving any type of public assistance. The money they are paying for rent is money that can’t be given back to local businesses here in Fort Collins. As members of this great community, we are invested in the quality of the neighborhoods, which is why we participate in the Community Welcome walk at the beginning of the school year. The Community Welcome walk gives students an opportunity to meet longterm residents and create good relationships between students and members of the Fort Col-

lins community. Members of our organization and other organizations around campus also participate in Fall Clean Up and CSUnity, in which students clean up the yards of community members that are unable to do it themselves. To make Fort Collins work for everyone, and bring rental prices down for all residents, we need to find an alternative for U+2. Some concerns about parking and noise levels have been expressed, which can be addressed without U+2 being in place. Students are under the burden of too much college debt. We need a change, but so do all Fort Collins renters. Ahead of the municipal election, we asked all candidates about their position on U+2. Read the responses of our newly elected representatives here. It is time to tackle the Fort Collins housing crisis and find a solution that works for all residents. 2018-2019 Student Body President, Tristan Syron The Collegian’s opinion desk can be reached at letters@ collegian.com. To submit a letter to the editor, please follow the guidelines found at collegian. com.

citizen. Netflix recently took the Central Park Five case, where five innocent boys were wrongfully charged of sexual assault and other crimes, and turned it into a short series. The series highlighted one of the many criminal cases surrounding racism in the United States, making it easy for anybody to be more informed about racial issues in America. Ignorance and the lack of interest in anything that doesn’t affect us personally has ruined lives. Old politicians don’t care about climate change because they won’t be affected by it. Male politicians don’t care about sexual assault because it will never affect them. White politicians don’t care about police brutality on people of color because they will never be in danger. Those who choose to ignore the news because it’s “too sad” or choose not to participate in elections because politics can get ugly have a protection from

societal injustices that others do not. It is easy to ignore the rain when you are wearing a raincoat that looks like white privilege. Support the equality act even if you are not a part of the LGBTQ community. Learn about climate change and vote to reverse it even if you know it will never affect you. Be a feminist even if you are not a female. It is the responsibility of those with privilege to help those without it. There is no other use for it. There is no excuse to not pay attention. Ignorance kills people. It threatens our world and our society. With the accessibility we have to information and with the rights we have to vote and to speak, there is no excuse to do nothing anymore. Katrina Leibee can be reached at letters@collegian. com.

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Mosquito bites.

The pictures Post Malone posted at the zoo.

Getting sick in the summertime.

Starting and finishing a really good show.

When your cat gets evicted.

Seeing a good friend you haven’t seen in forever.

Doing other people’s jobs for them.

Getting to go home for free, home-cooked meals.

Being sweaty all the time because it is summer.

Being able to spend time in the nice summer weather.

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Don’t use Kodi Lee as your inspiration porn Kenia Ortiz @Kenia_Ortiz_

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. This summer on “America’s Got Talent,” 22-year-old Kodi Lee’s audition went viral. Kodi Lee received the golden buzzer from Gabrielle Union, which sent him to the live shows in Hollywood. Kodi Lee is blind and autistic, and both the judges and audience were taken aback when Lee both played the piano and sang “A Song for You” by Donny Hathaway.

People with disabilities should not be objectified to make able-bodied people feel grateful. I watched Lee’s audition and will say I was moved to tears. However, I have watched videos reacting to his performance where people are focusing on him being blind and autistic rather than on his talent. The words people are using to encompass his performance are “inspirational” and “shocking.” Even the title of his performance on YouTube reads, “Kodi Lee Wows You With A Historical Music Moment!” In short, Lee’s performance is being used as inspiration porn. It’s unfair that his talent is being overlooked. His audition went viral, not just because he has an amazing voice, but because he has an amazing voice and plays the piano despite his disabilities. Inspiration porn is when the portrayal of people with disabilities is used for, or by, non-disabled people as a reminder to be grateful for not having a disability. Inspiration porn also focuses on seeing someone as inspirational simply because they exist despite their disability. Activist and comedian Stella Young addressed this issue in her TED Talk “Inspiration porn and the objectification of disability.” “We have been sold the lie that disability is a bad thing and to live with a disability

makes you exceptional,” Young said. “I want to live in a world where we don’t have such low expectations of disabled people that we are congratulated for getting out of bed and remembering our names in the morning.” Lee is not the only person whose performance has gone viral and been categorized as inspirational. Other performances include Mandy Harvey, Drew Lynch, Rion Page and Emmanuel Kelly. All of these individuals are talented, whether that is as musicians, singers or comedians. Unfortunately, it’s their disabilities that people focus on, while their talent comes in second. I am not writing this to dismiss any challenges they have faced in their lives or to overlook their disabilities. What I want to say is that society should be celebrating their talent without focusing on their disabilities. I have a seizure disorder, which can be considered a disability, and I have gone through brain surgery. I have met people who say I inspire them. Some of them barely know me, but I’m immediately an inspiration to them. I know that they mean this as a compliment, and I appreciate that they recognize some challenges I’ve faced, but it’s unnecessary to hear how inspirational I am to them when I’m in line for Taco Bell and not doing anything inspirational — I’m just living. People with disabilities should not be objectified to make able-bodied people feel grateful. Their stories shouldn’t be used to give them a boost of motivation just because they see someone with a disability and think “that could have been me.” Disabled people are not just their disabilities — that is only a piece of their story. They shouldn’t be objectified to make non-disabled people feel grateful and motivated to go on with their life because someone they deem unluckier than them can too. With that being said, I cannot wait to see Lee’s next performances, and I hope people appreciate him for more than his disabilities. If you have any further questions, concerns or want to talk to someone, please feel free to contact the CSU Student Disability Center. Kenia Ortiz can be reached at letters@collegian.com.

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Memes have hidden cultural value Renee Ziel @reneezwrites

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. Older generations have an enduring stigma that young people cannot connect with one another due to modern technology and various social platforms. This idea is not entirely true, particularly when it comes to memes and social media. The Oxford Dictionary defines a meme as an “image, video, piece of text, etc., typically humorous in nature, that is copied and spread rapidly by internet users.” In other words, it’s a widespread occurrence that allows people to connect in a unique way. It isn’t that younger generations can’t connect with one another — we just connect in different ways compared to the older generations. Memes and social media have a way of bringing community members together in a lighthearted way. Colorado State University even has its own meme page on Instagram — @colostatememes — with over 9,000 followers. CSU journalism and media communications Professor Kris Kodrich speaks on the larger perspective of memes: in essence, a niche form of comedy and media. “Comedy is an effective way to inform people, particularly young people,” Kodrich said. “Comedy shows ... are often more than entertainment. They can be enlightening. They can expose hypocrisy. They don’t have to worry so much about appearing to be balanced. Journalists can

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learn from comedy by trying to be more courageous, by trying to get at the truth.” According to Pew Research Center, 95% of teens now report that they have a smartphone or have access to one, and 45% of teens now say they are online on a near-constant basis. In the experiences of many teenagers and young adults, older adults tend to criticize this technology use as harmful or insinuate that it’s no way to connect. Kodrich instead calls for a balance. “I often have this discussion with young people,” Kodrich said. “I encourage them to have more face-to-face engagement with their friends, and go out and do things with them. They would tell me that they are being social online. And while that is one way to engage with people and connect with others, it shouldn’t be the only way.”

“It can be argued that modern technology, and the smartphones so common among youth today, allow for the expansion of human connection rather than the total replacement of physical interaction.” Indeed, technology may leave people at a social disadvantage. For instance, to get information, a teen could now search on Google; before, they would have had to go to the library or elsewhere. “I fear that sometimes young people don’t have enough of those face-to-face adventures with their friends,” Kodrich said. “I think they are missing out on an important part of youth if they only connect to each other online.” As for the value of memes,

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they contribute to our culture in a way that no other medium has before. Memes, and the media platforms they are shared on, allow people of different demographics and identities to unify through comedy. Despite popular memes changing so frequently, memes as a whole remain a cultural phenomenon in which many young people follow. CSU communications major Taylor Millson provided her perspective on how younger generations use media as compared to older generations who may be less inclined. “Younger people have adapted to carry their phone as if it is attached as a body part,” Millson said. “Older generations had to turn to a physical date for a personal interaction. Younger generations are becoming more and more comfortable with technology. ... I don’t think this is a bad thing, as it could improve universal efficiency, but I hope people don’t become completely reliant on technology.” It can be argued that modern technology, and the smartphones common among youth today, allow for the expansion of human connection rather than the total replacement of physical interaction. With mobile phones that can fit in our pockets, we can easily speak to another person halfway across the world, whereas we could not decades ago. There is something to be said of the disdain among older generations when they see young people looking at their phones in public. But there is also something to be said of the attachment teenagers and young adults have to them. When used right, technology and memes can be an innovative solution to places we previously lacked in: communication and connection. Renee Ziel can be reached at letters@collegian.com.

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Educate yourself on myths surrounding pool sex Shay Rego @shay_rego

Editor’s Note: The views expressed in the following column are those of the writer only and do not necessarily represent the views of The Collegian or its editorial board. Car sex, beach sex, hammock sex and hiking sex are just some of the activities that present themselves during the warm summer months. However, due to the heat and the never-ending sweat that comes with sex in the listed areas, some of the more enticing sexy time spots include bodies of water like pools and hot tubs.

We’ve all heard the rumors before — you can’t get pregnant from having sex in a pool, you can get pregnant from sperm in pool water and condoms work fine underwater. Depending on which rumors you choose to believe, water sex can bring about some unwanted stress. However, those rumors are all myths. The first myth claims you can’t get pregnant underwater, which is false. You can get pregnant in a pool or any other body of water. Sperm has a biological mission to find an egg to fertilize, and once it has ejaculated into the vagina, it will try to do just that. Water temperature, pressure or otherwise will not prevent or lessen the effectiveness of sperm. According to Planned Parenthood, if you are having unprotected sex and semen enters the vagina, pregnancy can definitely occur despite being underwater. Although some water can enter the vagina during intercourse, it isn’t going to wash

away the semen. The second myth claims you can get pregnant from sperm that pre-exists in the water before you enter it. According to Medical News Today, sperm cannot survive longer than only a few seconds after being exposed to the chemicals in pool and hot tub water. Further, the American Pregnancy Association states that it is highly unlikely that sperm would travel through a vast body of water and find its way up through the vagina. The American Pregnancy Association also confirms that, even in a plain body of warm water like a lake or even a bathtub, sperm could survive for only a few minutes post ejaculation. So even in natural water, such as the Cache la Poudre, sperm would still die after a few minutes post ejaculation as sperm cannot live outside a human body. The third myth claims condoms will work underwater, which is not the case. According to Durex brand condoms in an exclusive interview with Very Well Health,

they claimed that “as far as we are aware, no research has been carried out into the performance of condoms when they are used underwater. It is possible that the risk of slippage might increase when used in such circumstances. Whilst salt in seawater would not have an adverse effect on condom materials, there is a strong possibility that the chemicals used in swimming pools would.” When underwater, condoms have a higher chance of breaking due to decreased lubrication. Water can also leak into the condom and cause slippage. Trojan brand condoms even warn on their box specifically against using their product underwater because these conditions may compromise the effectiveness of the product. While all of these rumors are myths, there’s one rumor I encourage you to pay attention to as you splash with your partner in the water: you can catch an STI in water. In fact, having sex in water can increase your chances of get-

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ting an infection. The thrusting motion while in water can force foreign substances, like bacteria, from the water into the penis or vagina, causing a urinary tract infection, yeast infection or general irritation. According to an interview between Dr. Megan Stubbs, a board-certified sexologist, and Elite Daily, “between the potential for microabrasions and the bacteria in the water, it is just a perfect environment” for getting a UTI, yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis. Another thing to think about is that the chlorine in pools and hot tubs could also disrupt the natural pH balance of a woman’s vagina, making it more susceptible to infection. The bottom line is, water is not a form of contraception. Go and have some fun in the water this summer, but remember to still be careful. Know the facts about water sex and splash safely. Shay Rego can be reached at letters@collegian.com.

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eye for the game. These traits also make for a great coach. She has proven herself at Northern Colorado, and I feel confident she will be an immediate contributor on our staff. Culbert’s knowledge and expertise as a player and coach should allow for a smooth transition for her return home to CSU.” Culbert, who will be replacing Luke Murray after his five years with the program, is excited about returning to her alma mater.

“(Adrianna) is one of the top three pure all-around volleyball players I’ve ever coached. Her talents are due to her drive and her incredible eye for the game. These traits also make for a great coach. She has proven herself at Northern Colorado, and I feel confident she will be an immediate contributor on our staff. (Her) knowledge and expertise as a player and coach should allow for a smooth transition for her return home to CSU.”

Adrianna Culbert (3) sets a ball during Colorado Steate University’s win over Western Michigan in September 2015. COLLEGIAN FILE PHOTO

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“My experience at CSU was filled with so many wonderful memories and growth opportunities, and when I look back at why that is, it’s because of the amazing people I was surrounded by,” Culbert said. “The community and the Ramily that CSU volleyball is surrounded and immersed with is so special. To have the opportunity to help impact the team and program the way I was as a player is an incredible blessing. I am so thankful I get to help the players create memories, experiences and lessons that will be able to last a lifetime. I’m extremely excited I get to once again call CSU home.” Sergio Santistevan can be reached at sports@collegian.com.

Colorado State Univerity’s Adrianna Culbert celebrates the Rams’ 2015 Mountain West title with fellow senior Jaime Colaizzi. COLLEGIAN FILE PHOTO

Adrianna Culbert plays at the Colorado State University vs. University of Denver volleyball game in December 2014. COLLEGIAN FILE PHOTO

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Sports | Thursday, June 20, 2019

GOLF

CSU men’s golf falls just short in NCAA Regional after historic season By Ryan Loberger @LobergerRyan

A round of applause for the Colorado State University men’s golf team is in order after completing a historic season that saw them fall just short of qualifying for the NCAA National Tournament. The Rams finished with two team tournament wins this year, defending their title for the fifth year in a row at the Ram Masters Invitational played at Fort Collins Country Club and recording another team win at the Paintbrush Invitational at Colorado Golf Club back in October. The Rams suffered a tough end to their season as they were unable to match the University of South Carolina in a decisive playoff round on the last day of the regional tournament at Palouse Ridge Golf Club in Pullman, Washington. CSU had strong outings from many players throughout the weekend, but they finished on the outside looking in. Senior Jake Staiano led the Rams, shooting 1-under-par (69) on the final 18 holes and finishing 7-under (203) tied for 12th. Junior AJ Ott finished close behind at 6-under-par (204) after shooting a 68 to put him 2-under in the last round and tied at 17th in the field.

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WAGR: 345 ■ Jake Staiano WAGR: 506 ■ Oscar Teiffel WAGR: 509 ■ Parathakorn Suyasri WAGR: 645 ■ Davis Bryan WAGR: 753 ■ Jack Ainscough WAGR: 946 A trio of underclassmen chipped in to keep the Rams in pursuit of that final spot as freshman Davis Bryant shot a 4-under-par (66) in his last round and finished at 4-under (206), tied at 27th. Freshman Oscar Teiffel finished the tournament at 2-under-par (208) and tied at 33rd. Sophomore Parathakorn Suyasri finished up at 2-over-par (212) to tie at 47th. CSU finished the 2018-19 campaign ranked #41 in the nation with a record of 84-28-1 in head-to-head play, an 18-121 record against Pac-12 schools and 26-11 versus Mountain West rivals.

Colorado State University’s 2018-19 men’s golf team at the Ram Masters Invitational at Fort Collins Country Club on Sept. 18, 2018.

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Some hardware was handed out as Ott was awarded the Colorado Golf Association Les Fowler Player of the Year. Ott was voted as Colorado’s top amateur golfer, making it the second straight year a CSU golfer has won the honor. Staiano won the award last season. Ott had an exceptional season as he earned All-Mountain West honors and led CSU to its second straight NCAA regional appearance. Ott secured a win at the 118th CGA Match Play event, earning a berth in the National Championship and qualifying for the U.S. Amateur for the second straight year. Staiano wrapped up his career among the greatest to have played at CSU, scoring an average of 72.20 in 121 rounds and ranking third all-time in average in school history. The senior from Cherry Hills Village is one of six players in school history to have 50% or more of his rounds finished at par or better. In the 2017-18 season, he shot 20 of his 33 rounds at par or better, an astounding 60.6%, enough to put him in the top 15 in school history.

More Rams made history as Suyasri averaged 72.4 strokes per round with 64 collegiate rounds played; he’s now sixth in CSU history in his career. Teiffel shot an average 71.71 in 35 rounds this year, putting him at 10th for a single season in the record books for CSU annals. As of June 17, there are six Rams who ranked in the World Amateur Golf Ranking. The rankings are based on their average performance in selected counting events over the past two calendar years, and they rank a total of 950 amateur golfers. The Rams are in the national spotlight, making the Pullman Regional Tournament this year: a feat they will try to replicate next season. Head Coach Christian Newton has the Rams on the upswing, leading them to at least one tournament win in his last five seasons, with two tournament wins this season. Newton will have his squad ready to go when the season rolls around next year. Ryan Loberger can be reached at sports@collegian.com.

Colorado State University men’s golfing team athlete AJ Ott finishes a swing during a practice round at Fort Collins Country Club. PHOTO BY AJ FRANKSON COLLEGIAN

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Arts & Culture | Thursday, June 20, 2019

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As summer heats up, it’s time to ditch the sweaters for a fun and adventurous summer wardrobe. With so many specialty boutiques opening up in Fort Collins, it is easy to opt to shop local this summer season. Here are four clothing shops committed to bringing Colorado women timeless yet adventurous styles. 1. Kansas City Kitty - @kansascitykittyshop Locally owned and operated on College Avenue, Kansas City Kitty has reinvented classic styles for those who want a unique flair to their wardrobe. Curated with casual dresses, fun graphic tees and brands such as Obey and Tentree, Kansas City Kitty emphasizes a focus on sustainability and ethical goods. This boutique also offers a variety of handmade goods from artisans and creatives around Fort Collins, giving the shop a classic Fort Collins feel. 2. Blue Harvest Apparel - @blueharvestapparel Blue Harvest’s diverse selection of women’s wear features everything from classic basics to upscale streetwear items. Their inventory ranges from cozy, casual pieces by Joah

Brown to dresses fit for special occasions, as well as accessories and select home goods. Blue Harvest also has an extensive apothecary section stocked with candles, Herbivore face masks and anything else needed for a DIY spa day. 3. Stillwater Clothing - @stillwaterclothing Blue Harvest’s younger hip sister Stillwater offers clothing fit for hitting the streets or the hiking trail. The boutique, which opened its doors just over six months ago, features casually-cool brands such as the CAMP Collection, KAVU and Ink + Alloy. Aimed at curating a collection fit for active women, Stillwater’s colorful inventory and local flair is an adventurous addition to the Fort Collins shopping scene. 4. Heyday - @theheydaystore Located east of campus on the Jessup Farm Village, Heyday specializes in “easy, clean, effortless” women’s wear. With brands such as RVCA and Levi’s, Heyday keeps their inventory clean and simple, while still retaining a playful vibe. Their bright location and diverse collection is everything needed to inspire a chic summer wardrobe. Lauryn Bolz can be reached at entertainment@collegian. com.

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5 perfect podcasts to carry you through the summer By Elena Waldman @WaldmanElena

As summer break settles in and the strict student regime we’re all used to falls apart, it can be overwhelming to find things to fill up newfound free time. Luckily, streaming platforms offer no shortage of distractions, and everyone can find something to entertain them until a new thing comes along. Podcasts are especially popular now, and as opposed to television or music, the conversational style of podcasting can be easier to follow when you’re multitasking. Here are five podcasts to listen to when you’re packing, cleaning, tanning or whatever other summer activities you may be up to. 1. “Seek Treatment with Cat and Pat” Armed with two New Yorkbased comedians Catherine Cohen and Pat Regan, “Seek Treatment” is chaotically hilarious. The mantra of the show is “a podcast about boys, sex, f*cking, dating and love,” but the two travel conversationally through lessons about life and adulthood, interviewing a variety of other comedians and entertainers while still staying true to the theme. Both comics are not short of clever quips, and listeners won’t be able to help but pick up the hosts’ catch-phrases that are generously sprinkled throughout every episode. “Seek Treatment” has a lot of personality, making it a great listen for when you’re out and about or running errands. Be careful, though — you may find yourself met with some weird stares when you’re laughing out loud in public. If you do choose to listen to their energetic banter, “Seek Treatment” can be found on Spotify and Apple Music. 2. “H3 Podcast” For people who say relationships and work don’t mix, Ethan and Hila Klein of “H3 Podcast” would beg to differ. The two offer refreshing insight on popular culture, which is emphasized by the dynamic of the hosts. Ethan, the more cynical host, is known for lampooning celebrities, entertainment, politics and everything in between. Hila, on the other hand, is much less critical and balances out some of the harsher takes of the former. In this regard, the podcast is perfectly edgy and isn’t too dark or mean-spirited. As the episodes are rather lengthy, ranging from one to two hours long each, this is a great podcast to listen to on long drives to keep you from falling asleep at the wheel. Listeners can find “H3” on Spotify and Apple Music. 3. “Small Doses with Amanda Seales” “Small Doses with Amanda Seales” is a breath of fresh air, to say the least. Seales unpacks culture without focusing too much on petty controversies and broadens the conversation to focus on how media affects consumers. Each hour-long

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episode’s title begins with “Side Effects of,” introducing Seales’ ability to further explore deeper facets of culture that aren’t regularly talked about, such as the impact of fame, money or radical artistry. “Small Doses” is refreshingly optimistic. Rather than pointing out flaws in society with ironic deprecation, Seales attempts to find a cure in some of these flaws, encouraging her audience to pursue self-care, positivity and artistic freedom. Along with thoughtful commentary, each episode is complemented by enough sound effects and music to keep the listening experience fun. “Small Doses” is a perfect listen for when you’re getting ready in the morning to get you in a positive mood for the day and can be found on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. 4. “Yeah, But Still” “Yeah, But Still” feels more like a one-hour hang out with cohosts Brandon Wardell and Jack Wagner than a traditional podcast, mostly because it doesn’t have a particular theme. Instead, Wardell and Wagner converse about their lives within the entertainment industry as a comedian and director, respectively, along with a slew of other subjects, from Twitter culture to 90’s nostalgia. Because there is no set structure, “Yeah, But Still” is often more experimental and spontaneous than most podcasts, so listeners are always in for a surprise. Sometimes it’s a thoughtful analysis of culture, sometimes it’s a hard-hitting investigative piece, sometimes it’s an interview with

a popular entertainer and sometimes Wardell is just prattling about how horny he is at length. Listeners can find free episodes of “Yeah, But Still” on Apple Podcasts and Soundcloud or subscribe to their Patreon if they need a little more of this comedic duo to brighten up their day. 5. “Why Won’t You Date Me? With Nicole Byer” For those who didn’t get enough of Nicole Byer on the MTV series “Girl Code,” her podcast “Why Won’t You Date Me?” brings back her hilarious takes on dating. Byer bluntly talks about her love life without skipping even the most intimate details, from weird Tinder dates to bad sex. Byer’s candid storytelling is not for everyone, but it is perfectly relatable to people who are pursuing romance and are enduring the same embarrassing or strange dating experiences. “Why Won’t You Date Me?” isn’t just a clickbait title, either. Byer actually invites other comedians and entertainers onto her podcast to ask them why they won’t date her. This podcast is a fantastic way to make boring house cleaning or laundry folding a little less mundane and can be found on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Elena Waldman can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.

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MUSIC

Crumb rejuvenates indie rock on debut album ‘Jinx’ By Matt Campbell @mcampnh

If My Bloody Valentine’s “Loveless” was the sound of menacing insomnia, Crumb’s “Jinx” is a voice that slowly ushers you to transcend reality and submit to the forces of its façade of hazy innocence that covers up an intense underlying anxiety. In the over-saturated market of atmospheric, “aesthetic” indie-pop, it is difficult to find artists that offer a convincingly different sound and legitimate sense of dysphoric anxiety as potent as the New York-based Crumb’s full-length debut, “Jinx.” The album feels lethargic, anxious and fills the room full of a blurry sweetness that builds better incarnations of the overused archetypes of bedroom or indie-pop. Vibrato-soaked guitars, reverberated vocals and eerie synthesizers build the unique sound of “Jinx.” Apprehensive vocal passages punctuate ambient breaks of dreamy guitar chords and thick synth leads on this acid-tinged album that seems straight out of a college dorm room trip. Nothing about Crumb’s performance on “Jinx” seems

phoned-in, despite the intentional apathy that seems to come from many of the artists pioneering this new wave of bedroom pop. The album begins with “Cracking,” a slow tune that shifts between lead singer Lila Ramani’s haunting lyrics about personal stability and wiggly guitar lines. Eventually, it gives way to a reverb-soaked horn solo from synth and sax player Brian Aronow to lead the track into a slow fade out, setting the tone for the rest of the album. Crumb will be coming to the Ogden Theatre Sept. 23 on its headlining tour in support of “Jinx” with Divino Niño and Shormey.

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Ogden Theatre Sept. 23 on their headlining tour in support of “Jinx” with Divino Niño and Shormey.

“Ghostride” features jazz-inflected arpeggiated major chords that cement Crumb’s unique ability to bring together genres that are not normally associated with the short, three-minute pop songs. “Letter” begins with a siren-esque vocal melody over phased-out, anxiety-inducing guitar parts before giving way to a trippy tune whose frame stands upon drummer Jonathan Gilad’s creative and math-rock/

jazz inflected drum beat. As the album draws to a close, the world-weary atmosphere of the album comes into full effect with the minimalist “And It Never Ends” and the title track “Jinx,” both offering a glimpse into the band’s psyche. On “Jinx,” Crumb manages to create a truly authentic and thoroughly anxious album that seems better fitted for a 3 a.m. dissociative episode than an ill-advised Tinder date with the guy down the hall in the lightblue jeans and thrifted Marlboro cap. “Jinx” fills the room full of a haze that only begins to clear in the last few seconds of the record. Despite only being 27 minutes long, “Jinx” is a journey. It is an album that takes your hand and leads you on a warm and fuzzy trip that invokes an underlying sense of pure anxiety. Crumb is a band that is doing everything right. They are determined, focused, intelligent and above all, ambitious. “Jinx” is sure to be an album that will serve as a highlight in an over-saturated market and sit as one of the best indie records of 2019. Crumb will be coming to the Ogden Theatre Sept. 23 on their headlining tour in support of “Jinx” with Divino Niño and Shormey. Listeners who enjoy Crumb may also look into Men I Trust, Reptaliens, Turnover and Slow Pulp. Rating: 8.5/10 Matt Campbell can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.

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