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Students posed as “living statues” outside of the Lory Student Center Theatre for the Black History Month Kick-off presentation on Friday, Jan. 28. See pages 8 and 9 for more information on how CSU is celebrating Black History Month. Photo by Christina Johnson
Uniting the Diaspora: Black History Month begins at CSU By Ethan Dvorak
Colorado State University kicked off Black History Month in the Lory Student Center Theater on Jan. 28, touching on the universal themes of inclusiveness and unity. The celebration, organized by CSU’s Black/African American Cultural Center, commenced with one significant word: diaspora. Those who spoke referred to this, explaining its meaning as regaining unity among African countries, cultures and peoples. They shared a burning desire to be proud of one’s heritage and culture while establishing a sense of comradery among those that share a similar background. To celebrate the start of Black History Month at CSU, the event included performances that did not shy away from cultural values but basked in the light of their individuality. This included living statues and spoken word performances, highlighting the values and desires of those running the event. Sometimes a few simple words can hold 1,000 stories. Words such as community, pride and love filled the theater throughout the night. The speakers at this event showed that despite prejudice and hardship, one’s origin shall never be forgotten, nor shall it be replaced. This was just the start of the month. In the coming weeks, the monthlong celebration will feature a virtual keynote talk on Feb. 10 from Sybrina Fulton, the mother of Trayvon Martin, whose death in 2012 by a neighborhood watch volunteer in Florida sparked a national movement questioning the role of guns and policing in America.
There also will be with dozens of experiences focusing on the culture, history and traditions that also foster the power of community and love for one another — something that was evident in the opening event at the Lory Student Center. For more information on events and celebrations for Black History Month at CSU, head to baacc.colostate.edu/programs/ cultural-programs/black-history-month-programs.
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College of Liberal Arts
The National Endowment for the Arts announced that CSU’s Harrison Candelaria Fletcher, an associate professor in the Department of English, is among 35 writers around the country being awarded the prestigious 2022 Creative Writing Fellowship in Prose. This year’s fellowships of $25,000 each enable the recipients to set aside time for writing, research, travel and general career development.
College of Natural Sciences
Jennifer DeLuca, professor and associate chair of graduate studies in the Department of
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IN THIS ISSUE Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Colorado State University, has been named a fellow of the American Society for Cell Biology. Election as an ASCB fellow is an honor bestowed upon members by their peers.
Division of University Marketing and Communications
Emily Seems, who has served as chief of staff for CSU’s provost and executive vice president, has been hired as associate vice president for community affairs and engagement in the Division of University Marketing and Communications. Seems, a
seasoned community relations professional with more than 10 years of higher ed and municipal experience, started in the new position on Jan. 4.
Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering
Jeffrey L. Collett, Jr. professor and department head in the Department of Atmospheric Science, has been named the next Technical Editor in Chief of the Journal of the Air & Waste Management Association, one of the oldest peerreviewed journals covering the fields of air quality and waste management. His appointment begins April 1.
Employee Appreciation Board............4 KRNC recipes of the month................6 AAAS honors Aster, Ranu.....................7 Black History Month & calendar........8 CSU Spur.............................................10 Rams Against Hunger........................13 Calendar of events..............................14
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New York Times journalist headlines International Symposium By Diana Galliano and Chris DeRosier Colorado State University’s third annual International Symposium will be held Feb. 15-17. The symposium is organized by the Office of International Programs and highlights the ways CSU students, faculty, staff and partners add global dimensions to their teaching and learning, research, scholarship and community engagement. All sessions at the International Symposium will be virtual and free and open to the public, but registration is required. The International Symposium will cover a wide range of topics, including education, social and environmental issues, health, culture, diversity and inclusion, economics and language. Over three days, attendees can learn about prosthetic innovation in Ecuador, CSU’s research in support of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, human adaptation to environmental change, the development of peace education pedagogy, disability rights laws in Jordan and much more. Lulu Garcia Navarro of the New York Times will be the keynote speaker at this year’s International Symposium. On Wednesday, Feb. 16 from 1-2 p.m., keynote speaker Lulu Garcia-Navarro will discuss “How We Collectively Lost Our Minds: A Journalist Trying to Cover Today’s World.” Garcia-Navarro is an award-winning journalist and currently a podcast host with The New York Times. She was the host of National Public Radio’s Weekend Edition Sunday where she reported on everything from #MeToo to immigration to the pandemic. Garcia-Navarro has years of experience interviewing world leaders, authors, artists and people living on the front lines of a changing world.
Plenary session with vice president for Inclusive Excellence and vice provost for International Affairs
Vice President for Inclusive Excellence Kauline Cipriani, who joined CSU in August 2021, and Vice Provost for International Affairs Kathleen Fairfax will have a dialogue about the interconnection between domestic and international diversity from 9-9:50 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 17. Fairfax said she’s excited about the discussion and to share with the greater campus community Cipriani’s perspectives on advancing inclusive excellence at CSU as a woman of color originally from Trinidad. “I think the arrival of Dr. Cipriani to campus brings a special opportunity for our two units to work even more closely together to
Lulu Garcia Navarro of the New York Times will be the keynote speaker at this year’s International Symposium.
support CSU’s strategic priorities on inclusive excellence,” Fairfax said. Each year, the International Symposium planning committee solicits presentations from campus constituencies. The open-ended nature of the call for proposals enables the committee to organize an event that covers a wide variety of subject matter and gives attendees an opportunity to learn about the breadth of international activities CSU is engaged with worldwide. For committee member Shauna DeLuca, who also serves as assistant director for global co-curricular initiatives, it’s an opportunity to expand people’s worldviews. “I hope people walk away feeling inspired or with new ways to engage the world,” DeLuca said. CSU’s International Symposium is scheduled to begin Tuesday, Feb. 15, at 9 a.m. and will conclude on Thursday, Feb. 17, at 1 p.m. For full event information, including session descriptions, presenter bios, and registration links, visit international.colostate. edu/symposium.
2022 Spring Semester COVID-19 Information Townhall By Ethan Dvorak A new semester is upon us and with that comes continuing and new guidelines regarding COVID-19. The CSU Pandemic Preparedness Team recently hosted an informational session regarding updated plans and public health guidance for Spring 2022. It’s viewable at covid.colostate.edu/kb/town-halls. Below is some of the Spring 2022 public health guidance, which can be found at covid.colostate.edu/pandemicpreparedness-team-broad-guidance-forall-summer-and-fall-2021-activities.
University-wide
• Masks required indoors and in dorm rooms (unless alone in a space or in your
own dorm room) • Vaccines and boosters or exemptions required • Saliva screening required at beginning of semester regardless of vaccine status • Screening required 2x a week for unvaccinated individuals
Classrooms, laboratories, offices • 100% capacity allowed
Travel, vehicles
• Follow CDC guidelines • Masks required for less than one occupant
Events, entertainment, university athletics • 100% capacity allowed • Pre-COVID event approval process required
The Rec, club sports, group sports, camps, conferences • 100% capacity allowed • Check with CSU Public Health for guidance
For more information regarding COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions, visit COVID.colostate.edu.
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Employee Appreciation Board recognizes Health Network Laboratory, Classroom Support Services
The staff of the CSU Health Network Laboratory
By CSU MarComm Staff CSU’s Employee Appreciation Board, which recognizes groups that go above and beyond their normal duties, honored Classroom Support Services and the Health Network Laboratory in January. The Health Network Laboratory was celebrated for its support in processing COVID tests for campus. “The staff have run thousands of tests, saving hundreds of thousand dollars for the university,” Director of Medical Clinical Services Kathy Waller said. “They have done all of this while also providing the usual routine services of a clinical laboratory for diagnosing and treating students who come to the clinic for care. The laboratory staff at the CSU Health Network are the unsung heroes of CSU’s pandemic response, and they deserve recognition and gratitude for their hard work behind the scenes!” The laboratory at the CSU Health Network provides high-quality, affordable clinical diagnostic testing for CSU students with orders from medical providers. State-of-the-art equipment is utilized to perform chemistry, hematology and endocrinology. Microbiology (cultures and molecular science) are also performed on site. The lab staff includes nationally certified medical laboratory scientists and nationally certified phlebotomists. The CSU Health Network Laboratory holds a certificate of compliance through CMS/CLIA. In appreciation of a job well done, the staff received Olive Garden for lunch.
Classroom Support Services
Classroom Support Services was celebrated for all they have done to go above and beyond their normal roles over the past two years. The team has worked with undergraduate, graduate and DVM classrooms to provide the top level of equipment, service, and end user experience. When CSU transitioned to fully remote learning, this team worked tirelessly with faculty/ instructors to ensure they could still provide the high-quality lectures. They help equipped rooms with Echo 360, which allows the lecture, presentation and video to be recorded automatically at class times. This technology has allowed students a study tool available virtually anytime, anywhere, so they can watch lectures due to missed classes or take detailed notes while reviewing the recording afterward. With a team of only 2.5
From left are Allen Sneesby and Jeremie Levitt. Not pictured: Douglas Satterfield
FTE responsible for more than 150 general classrooms, this group has done a phenomenal job on not just assisting general classrooms but other units outside the general classrooms as well. Maddi Funk, instructional design and media specialist in the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, nominated this unit and said that anytime she has called on them, “they are always so kind and quick to help, and I truly appreciate it!” Referring to their help with Echo 360 and some audio recording issues the college was having, she said, “They helped us explore some different options, and ultimately changed some equipment so that the audio is better for both our CSU and Alaska vet students! I know that the students greatly appreciate the better audio quality for the recordings!” Classroom Support Services is responsible for providing the best possible learning environment for our students, by setting up, maintaining, and troubleshooting issues. This has allowed students to attend in person, remote, and go back and watch the recordings. To nominate a campus unit, visit csueab.colostate.edu/nominatea-unit.
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For more delicious recipes, nutrition tips, and cooking and nutrition classes, contact the Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center at (970) 495-5916 or see chhs. colostate.edu/krnc. More health tips are also available at pinterest.com/ coloradostateu/colorado-state-health-and-wellbeing. Lastly, don’t forget to sign up for the KRNC monthly newsletter! The Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center is in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, part of CSU’s College of Health and Human Sciences.
Kale and white bean soup This tasty soup is packed with fiber and protein to keep you full and satisfied. Try using different beans and vegetables to make this a versatile favorite for every season! Serving Size: 1 cup Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients:
• 1 tablespoon olive oil • 4 garlic cloves, minced • 1 medium onion, chopped • 4 cups kale, chopped • 4 cups vegetable broth • 2 (15-ounce) cans of no-salt-added white beans, rinsed and drained • 1 15-oz can diced tomatoes • 2 teaspoons tomato paste • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning • 1/2 teaspoon salt • Pepper to taste • 1/2 teaspoon dried chili flakes (optional) • 1 cup chopped parsley
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan or soup pot, heat olive oil on medium heat. 2. Add garlic and onion, and sauté until soft. Add kale and half of salt, and sauté until wilted. 3. Add broth, beans, tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, remaining salt, pepper, and chili flakes (if using). 4. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes. 5. Ladle into bowls, and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Nutrition information / amount per serving Calories – 212 Total fat – 5 g Saturated fat – 1 g Cholesterol – 0 mg Protein – 12 g Total Carbohydrates – 32 g Dietary Fiber – 8.5 g Sodium – 433 mg
Zesty lemon dill salmon
A KRNC fan favorite—a touch of citrus and dill makes this super simple salmon dish extra delicious. Bake it in a foil packet for the best outcome! Serving Size: 1 fillet
Ingredients:
• 8 small sheets of aluminum foil • 4 four-ounce salmon fillets • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 4 tablespoons lemon juice • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill • 2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning (no-salt-added) • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Directions:
1. Pre-heat oven to 450 degrees and spray two sheets of aluminum foil with an oil cooking spray. 2. Place each salmon fillet on top of a piece of aluminum foil. 3. Mix together olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic in a small bowl and pour over fillets.
4. Sprinkle fresh dill, lemon pepper, and sea salt over salmon fillets. 5. Cover salmon fillets with the second piece of aluminum foil and pinch edges together with the bottom piece of aluminum foil. 6. Place packet on a cookie sheet to bake in the oven for 15 minutes. 7. Remove packet from the oven and cool for 5 minutes before opening. 8. Serve and enjoy with seasonal vegetables or a green salad!
Nutrition information / amount per serving Calories – 210 Total fat – 12 g Saturated fat – 2 g Cholesterol – 57 mg Sugars – 0 g Protein – 23 g Total Carbohydrates – 2 g Dietary Fiber – 0 g Sodium – 380 mg Added sugar – 0 g
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AAAS honors CSU’s Aster, Ranu as new fellows
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Professor Rick Aster in the Warner College of Natural Resources (left) and Dr. Rajinder Ranu, professor emeritus in the College of Agricultural Sciences, are among the AAAS members honored with the lifetime designation. Photos: CSU Photography
By CSU MarComm Staff Two Colorado State University faculty members have been elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Considered one of the most distinctive honors within the scientific community, the award has been bestowed annually since 1874 by the AAAS, the world’s largest general scientific society and publisher of the Science family of journals. Professor Rick Aster, head of the Department of Geosciences in the Warner College of Natural Resources, and Dr. Rajinder Ranu, professor emeritus of cell and molecular biology, molecular genetics, microbiology and plant pathology in the College of Agricultural Sciences, are among the AAAS members honored with the lifetime designation. The 2021 class of AAAS Fellows — recognized for scientifically and socially distinguished achievements — includes 564 scientists, engineers and innovators spanning 24 scientific disciplines.
Honors in geology and geography, medical sciences
Aster is being recognized for “distinguished contributions to earthquake and volcano seismology, seismic imaging, inverse problems, signal processing, cryospheric and fluvial seismology, Antarctic geophysics and seismological instrumentation.” He is also being honored for exemplary service to the community. Jeffrey Freymueller, Endowed Chair for Geology of the Solid Earth at Michigan State University, said the recognition for Aster is “great news.” “In addition to Rick’s research contributions in seismology, he literally wrote the book when it comes to inverse
problems and parameter estimation in the geosciences, said Freymuller, also an AAAS Fellow. “A full generation or more of graduate students have now learned critical tools and techniques by taking a course centered around Rick’s book.” Robert Woodward, a geophysicist and president of the Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology, said Aster is an outstanding scientist and educator with a broad range of research interests and discoveries across the planet. “Rick’s research, often involving major field experiments in remote regions, including the Arctic and Antarctica, have furthered our understanding of Earth on a wide range of spatial and time scales,” he said. Aster currently chairs the Board of Directors of the Research Institutions for Seismology, a consortium of over 100 U.S. universities. Ranu was elected in the Medical Sciences section for “distinguished contributions to molecular biology, particularly in discovery and characterization of factors involved in protein synthesis,” and for working to increase diversity in the student and faculty population at CSU. He holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Panjab University in India and master’s and doctoral degrees from the University of Pennsylvania. His work regarding immature red blood cells — reticulocytes — has resulted in a series of important and broad-based contributions to iron deficiency anemias, said Ram Sriram, a nominator and chief of the Software & System Division at the National Institute of Standards and Technology, one of the nation’s oldest physical science laboratories.
In addition to his biomedical research, Ranu has also made major contributions to molecular biology involving the cloning of genes of biotechnological importance in ornamental plants. “Rajinder’s research has led to the cloning of a variety of genes from roses and geraniums involved in ethylene biosynthesis,” Sriram said. “Many of these genes are now patented — a first at Colorado State University.” Sriram and other officials who nominated Ranu pointed out major scientific contributions he has made, including the discovery of three key factors involved in the initiation of protein synthesis and expanding research in plant molecular biology and biotechnology.
Among today’s brightest minds
Sudip Parikh, AAAS chief executive officer and executive publisher of the Science family of journals, said that the new fellows are among today’s brightest minds who are integral to forging our path into the future. “We celebrate these distinguished individuals for their invaluable contributions to the scientific enterprise,” he said. Aster and Ranu join more than 110 researchers from CSU, going back to the 1920s, who have been named AAAS Fellows. The new fellows will be celebrated later this year during an in-person gathering when it is feasible from a public health and safety perspective. The new class will also be featured in the AAAS News & Notes section of Science in January 2022. Learn more about the AAAS Fellows on the association’s website.
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Black History Month includes keynote speakers By Joe Giordano Colorado State University is celebrating Black History Month in February with dozens of experiences focusing on the culture, history and traditions that are unique to the African American experience. The monthlong celebration will feature a virtual keynote talk on Feb. 10 from Sybrina Fulton, the mother of Trayvon Martin whose death by a neighborhood watch volunteer in Florida sparked a national movement questioning the role of guns and policing in America. Additional events at CSU include group discussions and film screenings that organizers say are designed to connect a range of communities through art and culture. This year’s theme is titled “Uniting the Diaspora.” “We have students from all over the world, and we want to see them unite and see themselves as one,” said Duan Ruff, director of CSU’s Black/ African American Cultural Center. “From there, we can connect to the greater university and start to connect to the entire human diaspora.” Black History Months kicks off on Friday, Jan. 28, at 4 p.m. at the Lory Student Center Theatre, with live performances, featuring students portraying “living statues” of important Black historical figures such as activist Fred Hampton and others. Students in costumes will pose as statues of the historical figures and then come to life to share interesting information about the person that they are portraying. The kickoff event will feature other attractions as well as refreshments.
Keynote speakers
Fulton will give her virtual keynote talk on Thursday, Feb. 10, at 6 p.m. at the Lory Student Center – Grand Ballroom C-D. Since her son’s death in 2012, Fulton has dedicated her life to transforming family tragedy into social change. In 2014, she established Circle of Mothers, a nonprofit designed to connect mothers who have
Sybrina Fulton, the mother of Trayvon Martin, whose death by a neighborhood watch volunteer in Florida sparked a national movement questioning the role of guns and policing in America, will speak virtually at CSU on Feb. 10.
lost children or family members to gun violence for healing, empowerment and fellowship. Fulton also co-authored a book with Tracy Martin — Rest in Power: The Enduring Life of Trayvon Martin — which shares the intimate story of a tragically foreshortened life and the rise of a movement that awoke a nation’s conscience. In addition to Fulton’s virtual keynote, author and social entrepreneur Nicole Lynn Lewis will give a keynote talk on Monday, Feb. 21, at noon in the Lory Student Center Grey Rock Room. Lewis will share her story of how as a teen put herself through the College of William & Mary with her three-monthold daughter in tow. Today, she works to change the statistic that less than 2% of teen mothers will earn their degrees before age 30. Lewis recounted her experiences in the book Pregnant Girl: A Story of Teen Motherhood, College, and Creating a Better Future for Young Families. Ruff explained this year’s keynote speakers and events underscore the importance of culture and the role it plays in uniting people. “The diversity of culture makes us stronger,” Ruff said. “It allows us to be one and it creates strength.”
Author Nicole Lynn Lewis will speak at CSU on Feb. 21.
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CSU Black History Month program calendar In February, the Black/African American Cultural Center highlights the accomplishments and contributions of African, African American, Pan-African people and culture. This is done through a great deal of collaborations with students, student organizations, on-campus faculty/staff, CSU departments, alumni, and Northern Colorado community members. Events include: the Kick-off Celebration; keynote speakers (past speakers: Angela Davis, Hill Harper, Melissa Harris-Perry, Laverne Cox, Mark Lamonnt Hill, Eric Thomson, Dr. Yusef Salaam, Wesley Hamilton); the Black Women’s Summit; The Hair Show; Open Mic Night; and southern-style lunch at Aspen Grille. For the latest information about Black History Month Programs at CSU, visit baacc.colostate.edu/programs/cultural-programs/ blackhistory-month-programs.
Black History Month Kick-Off
Real Talk: “Art as Activism”
Lory Student Center Theatre Virtual access will be provided closer to the event.
B/AACC Office – Lory Student Center 335
Friday, Jan. 28, at 4 p.m.
Real Talk: ABC: “Appreciating Black Culture”
Tuesday, Feb. 1, at 4 p.m. B/AACC Office – Lory Student Center 335
Black artists exhibition Wednesday, Feb. 2, at 4 p.m.
Gregory Allicar Museum of Art — 1400 Remington St.
Movie screening: “Black Art: In the Light of Absence” Wednesday, Feb. 2, at 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 8, at 4 p.m.
Black Student Alliance – Sex for Chocolate Wednesday, Feb. 9, at 5 p.m.
Lory Student Center 328/330
Movie screening: “Passing”
Wednesday, Feb. 9, at 7 p.m.
Lory Student Center 335 – B/ AACC Office
Being Black & Holistic Health: “Passions”
Thursday, Feb. 10, at 4 p.m. Lory Student Center 324
Behavioral Sciences Building A101
Keynote: Sybrina Fulton (presenting virtually)
Being Black & Holistic Health: “Nutrition”
Lory Student Center – Grand Ballroom C-D
Thursday, Feb. 3, at 4 p.m. Lory Student Center 328/330
Throwback Event by RamEvents
Thursday, Feb. 3, at 5-8 p.m.
Lory Student Center Ramskeller
Black Faculty/Staff Mixer
Friday, Feb. 4, at 3 p.m.
Office of Inclusive Excellence at 645 S. Shields St.
Thursday, Feb. 10, at 6 p.m.
Aspen Grille Luncheon
Thursday, Feb. 10, and Friday, Feb. 11, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lory Student Center – Aspen Grille
United Men of Color: Valentines Dinner
Friday, Feb. 11, at 6 p.m. Lory Student Center 335 (Invitation Only)
Black Student Alliance & United Men of Color: Roses for Black Love
Monday, Feb. 14, at 11 a.m.
Lory Student Center Flea Market
Real Talk: “Passing”
Tuesday, Feb. 15, at 4 p.m. B/AACC Office – Lory Student Center 335
Soca Mash-Up – Dance Class Wednesday, Feb. 16, at 7 p.m. Lory Student Center 386
Being Black & Series: “Being Black & Holistic Health: Spirituality”
Thursday, Feb. 17, at 4 p.m. Lory Student Center 324
Thursday, Feb. 17, at 7 p.m. Movie screening: “Respect”
The Lyric at 1209 N. College Ave.
Thirst for Knowledge: Student Activism Friday, Feb. 18, at noon
Lory Student Center 328/330 (Must Rsvp to attend)
United Women of Color: Gal-entines Brunch (invitation only) Saturday, Feb. 19, at 11 a.m. Lory Student Center 335
United Women of Color: The Hair Show Sunday, Feb. 20, at 5 p.m. Lory Student Center Theatre
Keynote: Nicole Lynn Lewis
Monday, Feb. 21, at noon
Lory Student Center – Grey Rock Room
Real Talk: “Uniting the Diaspora” In collaboration with African’s United
Tuesday, Feb. 22, at 4 p.m. B/AACC Office – Lory Student Center 335
A Conversation Around Haiti with Dr. Ernesto Sagas, in partnership with El Centro Wednesday, Feb. 23, at noon
Lory Student Center – Grey Rock Room
Being Black & Holistic Health: “Aspirations”
Thursday, Feb. 24, at 4 p.m. Lory Student Center 226/228
Kick B/AACC – Black History Trivia
Friday, Feb. 25, at 2 p.m. Lory Student Center 335
From Denver to Dearfield: Colorado Black History Tour
Saturday, Feb. 26, at 8 a.m. More details around the day of agenda and to sign up coming soon
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New Year’s reflections: Take care of YOU in ’22 By Kimberly Burke Make 2022 all about you! We often use the new year for reflections on the year previous, and for thinking of new goals for the next year. For 2022, why not make a goal for more self-care and taking care of yourself ? Self-care is the practice of taking action to preserve or better one’s own health. We might think we do not have time, or that self-care is bubble baths and sweet treats, however, there are lots of ways, big and small, as well as multiple dimensions to self-care. It does not just have to be physical, but you can add in emotional, social, and environment self-care, or whatever realms of care speak to you and feel rejuvenating.
Physical self-care
We can easily forget in the mayhem of life, especially when trying to take care of both ourselves and others, that the best way to take care of others, is to first take care of ourselves. To keep running efficiently, you have got to take care of your body. This means being mindful of what you are eating, how
you are sleeping, how much you exercise, how often you are going to the doctor, and making managing your physical health a priority.
Emotional self-care
Life can get overwhelming, and without restoring our energy, we can hit that threshold for overwhelm, each time hitting that threshold quicker and quicker, and sometimes with more force. Handling our emotions is an important coping skill. Let me be clear, having emotions is not the problem, as they are important, all of them! Emotional self-care activities help to acknowledge and express your emotions and feelings and let you process them rather than cover them or deal with them at another time. This could be talking with a partner, friend, family, therapist, or solo activities to help process and work through your emotions.
Social self-care
We are all busy, which makes getting together with family and friends hard to do sometimes.
It may seem like the best level of rest is to skip the last social gathering, and while that can be very true, sometimes seeing friends helps to fill our empty reserves from a go-gogo society. Close connections are important to our longterm well-being, and those relationships take time and effort. It is important to figure out your social needs. Some may need regular gatherings and phone calls; others may need a once-a-month hang. Whatever the area, or all of the areas, that you are thinking of starting on with your selfcare practice, take a little time to reflect and then plan. What works for your friend may not work for you, so do not get discouraged or compare. Customize your self-care to fit your needs, and do not feel like you must do it all at once. Start small. Reflect first on how
you are feeling. Are you feeling energized, drained, sleepy, hungry, excited? Use that to start to think about what would help those feelings or alter them. If you are feeling drained, what self-care would be best for you – call a friend, go for a walk, grab a coffee, or take a mental break? Experiment with different practices to see what resonates with you the most, and see if there are ways to get that specific practice into your routine more regularly. Maybe that means a oncea-day practice of gratitude or a mental break to repeat a personal mantra. Maybe it means a bath once a week, maybe it means a massage once a month, maybe it means a beverage with a friend on the way to or home from work. Whatever it looks like to you, try to get more self-care in 2022!
Kimberly Burke is a lecturer in the Department of Health and Exercise Science and the director of their Adult Fitness Program at Colorado State University. Adult Fitness offers exercise opportunities for employees of CSU as well as community members, while providing hands-on learning experiences for health promotion students. To learn more see the Adult Fitness Program website.
Visiting CSU Spur in Denver? Here’s what to expect By Kadyn Thorp
Colorado State University has continued to grow their footprint and their latest attempt to do so was shown in their unveiling of the CSU Spur. The first building included in CSU Spur opened this January in Denver located right on the grounds of the National Western Center. It is a public, free, year-round educational destination where anyone can go to learn more about water, food and health. The growth of this Denver location doesn’t stop at this building. The Terra building, which will focus on food and agriculture, is opening in April and the Hydro building, which will focus on water, will open in November. The Vida building, open now, is dedicated to the study of animal and human health. When you walk in, you are thrown into an immersive educational experience like you’ve never seen before. A 9-foot interactive kitten greets you at the door and as you walk through the exhibits, your mind seems to be captivated with interest. You can observe equine athletes build their strength by walking on underwater treadmills. Watch the Dumb Friends League
Veterinary Hospital perform surgery on dogs and cats. With the interactive monitors positioned throughout the building, you can learn all you want and more about dogs, cats and horses. If there is a specific day you are wanting to head down there, don’t forget to look up the schedule for that day. Each day they have different things scheduled. Different workshops or virtual reality demonstrations can all be experienced when you visit the Spur. It’s a great place to bring the family to learn more about different animals, humans and sciences that go into caring for them. If you know someone interested in the veterinarian sciences, this place is a dream come true. They will be able to watch live surgeries of cats and dogs and speak to the veterinarians after. They have interactive “see what the vet sees” monitors so you can see the anatomical makeup of horses, cats and dogs. If you have an equine fanatic in your life, take them to meet the seven horses they have on site. While you’re at it, watch the horses assist with human therapy sessions. Even if the health, food and water aspect
of the Spur doesn’t interest you, be sure to check out their one-of-a-kind art created by different artists around the globe. Everyone will be able to find something that captures their interest while visiting the Spur buildings. It seemed to be like an interactive museum, dedicated to getting people to explore more about animal and human health. Once all the buildings are open, Spur will have something for all interests and all ages: laboratory, veterinary clinic, art studio, and garden. Be sure to take a day to go visit and open your mind to a completely interactive experience that you have never seen before. For more information, visit csuspur.org.
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University guidelines for weather closures
By Dell Rae Ciaravola In rare cases, extreme weather may necessitate a decision to cancel all classes and events and close offices on all campuses, or operate on a delayed schedule during winter conditions. However, the University’s goal is to remain open when possible, in consideration of tuition already paid by students and the University’s mission. Living in Colorado means living with snowy weather. Unless weather is extreme and street crews are unable to keep up with clearing the snow, the University will likely stay open.
Who makes the decision?
The Public Safety Team gathers information and makes a recommendation to the president regarding whether to stay open, delay the start of classes, close mid-day, cancel evening events and classes, or cancel all activities. The Public Safety Team and President consider the following information: • Local school district status. CSU does not automatically close if local school districts close. K-12 students are not adults and have different safety considerations than college-aged students and University employees. • The status of the city of Fort Collins and Larimer County offices and operations, including the operating status of Transfort. • City of Fort Collins Emergency Management recommendations. • Road conditions to and from campuses from within the city and county, as well as road conditions on Main, South and Foothills campuses. • The condition of campus parking lots and sidewalks, including if Facilities Management has been able to adequately clear most areas. • Assessments by CSUPD and CSU Facilities Management of safety on campus such as tree damage, sidewalks, etc. • Personal assessments. Members of the Public Safety Team actually get out on the streets, even during early morning hours, and drive their
neighborhoods or to Main Campus. Safety is the primary concern in making these decisions, with the understanding that winter storms are common in Colorado and that if the majority of students and employees can safely travel to campus. However, individual students or employees who cannot travel safely should use sound judgment and make arrangements with their professors and supervisors. Individual departments or colleges do not have the authority to close down University operations or close buildings. Events may be canceled at the discretion of event planners.
When is the decision made?
When overnight storms are a factor, employees tied to the Public Safety Team start gathering information in the early hours of the morning and generally come together on a conference call by 5 a.m. to review information. The team aims to make the decision by 5:30 a.m. for overnight storms. On rare occasions, some circumstances push the decision to a later time. During daytime storms or emergencies, safety officials keep tabs on conditions throughout the day and continually assess conditions. If conditions deteriorate to merit a closure discussion, a conference call is scheduled for as soon as possible to discuss an early closure or other options. If a storm moves in during the day, the team will monitor conditions and hold a call as necessary during work or evening hours. When a daytime or evening storm creates conditions that necessitate campuses closures the next day, the team aims to communicate by 9 p.m.; however, the team may also opt to get an update from city, county and University crews on road and grounds conditions at 5 a.m. before making a determination.
If the University is closed, can I still be on a campus?
Denver TV channels, local radio stations). • CSU status line at 970-4917669.
Employees and students who do not live on Main Campus **Please note that it may take are asked to leave campuses 10-15 minutes for all news once the University is closed. media, the status line and This allows facilities crews to other notification methods to more readily clear snow from be updated once the decision parking lots and roadways as it is made. accumulates. Some employees are required to report to a University employees with campus even if the University is closed; otherwise, employees are emergency duties should check with their supervisor about encouraged to stay home. whether they are expected to report to work even if the How are students, University is closed. faculty, and staff
notified?
The University notifies employees and students through a variety of means: • safety.colostate.edu. • CSU official social media sites (Facebook and Twitter) including CSUPD and main university sites. • A University-wide email sent to all employees and students; individuals cannot opt out of this email. Distribution may take several minutes to hours, depending upon demands on local technology, but generally reaches all subscribers within 15-20 minutes. • A University text alert: Employees may sign up via Administrative Applications and Resources portal. Click on “emergency text alerts” under the resources tab. Students can sign up via RamWeb. • Local and Denver news media (including the Coloradoan, Collegian,
When is a decision made to re-open the University?
The decision to re-open campuses will be made by the president with information from the Public Safety Team, based on weather and road conditions. If the University is currently closed and weather conditions improve during evening hours, a decision to reopen the next day may be made that evening, or before 5:30 a.m. the next day, depending upon the weather forecast and available information. It should be assumed that the University is open the day following a closure, unless a new closure for the current day has been communicated. For more information, visit source.colostate.edu/universityguidelines-weather-closure.
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RAMS Against Hunger: New location, same mission
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By Ethan Dvorak Food insecurity is a critical issue among college students, as well as the greater Colorado State University community. Consider this: In the last 30 days, 29% of students at CSU are experiencing food insecurity. Luckily, services such as RAMS Against Hunger are working to better this issue. They just moved to the General Service Building thanks to a $400,000 renovation and repeated effort to establish food security at CSU. The new pantry offers a “client-choice shopping experience,” similar to a grocery store, according to Michael Buttram, who serves as the basic needs program manager for CSU’s Student Leadership, Involvement, and Community Engagement (SLiCE) office. It also serves as a one-stop shop for basic needs services, where people can get information about Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits as well as the Rams Against Hunger Meal Swipe Program. The new location also has limited free parking available. Operating from the SLiCE Office, Rams Against Hunger offers a menu of services that support students, faculty and staff. These include the Rams Against Hunger Meal Swipe Program, which allows eligible students to apply for 60 meal swipes that can be used at any CSU dining hall, as well as the Pocket Pantries located across campus for students to grab quick meals and snacks. This common misconception that services such as RAMS Against Hunger are only applicable to those who are in dire need of food is pervasive. These resources should be used by everyone and provide a great deal of aid to students at the University. For more information regarding RAMS Against Hunger and other resources that are available, go to lsc.colostate.edu/slice/ community-engagement/rams-against-hunger and find out how you can help yourself or a CSU affiliate in need.
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The Art and Science of Design Tuesday, Feb. 8, 4:30 - 6 p.m. Zoom The Research Safety Culture Program at Colorado State University works collaboratively across the university to ensure productive, synergistic relationships within our research community to continuously improve our positive, proactive safety culture that is critical to and enhances CSU’s world-renowned research.
University Symphony Orchestra Concert: The Concerto Competition Returns
Wednesday, Feb. 16, 7:30 p.m. University Center for the Arts After two years, one of the most exciting nights on the calendar returns — the annual concerto competition. Three competitors from across CSU Music compete for the coveted title. Also on the program is Johannes Brahms’ Symphony No. 1.
Mindfully Managing Stress
Wednesday, March. 2, 12:30 - 2 p.m. Zoom Are you feeling overwhelmed? Need to get a handle on your stress? This four-session workshop will cover 10 mindfulness practices to support your wellbeing. Mindfulness is a way to train ourselves to be in the present moment with awareness, acceptance, and self-compassion. Practicing mindfulness can help us cope with difficult experiences, cultivate meaning, and boost positive emotions.
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Itty Bitty Art Show
Through Feb. 28, 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. Mountain Avenue Market Come check out some itty bitty art made by local artists at the itty bitty food cooperative. Artists will be displaying their tiny art all winter long. Come search around the store for all the hidden wonders.
Kronos Quartet
Friday, Feb. 11, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m The Lincoln Center For over 45 years, San Francisco’s Kronos Quartet—David Harrington (violin), John Sherba (violin), Hank Dutt (viola) and Sunny Yang (cello)—has combined
a spirit of fearless exploration with a commitment to continually reimagine the string quartet experience. In the process, Kronos has become one of the world’s most celebrated and influential ensembles, performing thousands of concerts, releasing more than 60 recordings, collaborating with an eclectic mix of composers and performers, and commissioning over 1,000 works and arrangements for string quartet. The group has won over 40 awards, including two Grammys, the prestigious Polar Music and Avery Fisher Prizes, and Edison Klassiek Oeuvreprijs.
Make two Coffee or Tea Mugs: Clay Hand-building class Friday, Feb. 11, 3 - 5 p.m. Blue Moose Art Gallery Learn hand-building while creating two mugs for a warm drink. Come to the class and build two of either design and choose your color of glaze. The pieces will be fired off site and returned to the gallery for pick-up the following week.
Introduction to Beekeeping Adult Class
Saturday, Feb. 12, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Virtual / Gardens on Spring Creek This class will provide the student with an overview of beekeeping regulations in the community; the basics of bee biology, equipment needs and sourcing; hive placement criteria and the importance of pertinent note-taking.
Nat Geo Live: Impossible Ascent
Thursday, Feb. 17, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. The Lincoln Center Maureen Beck loves to prove people wrong. Born with one hand, she tried rock climbing for the first time after a camp counselor told her she could skip it. Her love of the sport was instantaneous, but there was no guide for climbing with one hand. Unfazed, she decided to figure it out for herself through trial and error—one of her early adaptive climbing innovations even involved taping a metal ladle to her arm. With her trademark humor and wit, this 2019 National Geographic Adventurer of the Year will share how a little creativity and a whole lot of grit and determination have propelled her to the top of her field.
The Art of Poker
Friday, Feb. 18, 7 - 10 p.m. Blue Moose Art Gallery Learn the fundamentals of Texas
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Hold’Em poker and participate in a tournament to put them into practice. Prizes to all players (class participants)! Five students maximum.
a classroom. These workshops are suitable for all ages and experience levels-please bring a notebook and pen or a laptop. No experience necessary.
A Plant Rich Trip to Provence - Adult Class
Comedy Brewers Improv Show at The Comedy Fort
Affective Tone by Adan De La Garza
Poudre River Irregulars Traditional Jazz on Avo’s Patio
Saturday, Feb. 19, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Virtual Cooking is a great way to experience another country. Bring southern France to your home kitchen in this plant-based cooking class. Students will learn about the variety of dishes in the region including Mediterranean mix, Camargue rice, garlic, lentils, chickpea flour, paella and more. They will demonstrate several delicious recipes, focusing on using local ingredients whenever possible and discussing how to source or substitute hard to find ingredients. Instructor: Lisa Boesen, Owner of ItsYourSeason.life
Through Feb. 25, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Hatton Gallery The Hatton Gallery is excited to present Affective Tone by visiting artist Adán De La Garza. Based in Denver, and an anonymous member of the curatorial Collective Misnomer, Adán De La Garza’s work incorporates performance, sound, photography, and video and is made with a strong punk ethos. Usurping the power of a sound requires a lot of thought, time, and endurance. Art doesn’t need to be pleasant and when it reflects the human state it typically isn’t. Utilizing an array of different audio technology with origins from the military-industrial complex, Affective Tone explores the sonic terrain where noise music and military-influenced sonic warfare cross over one another.
Poetry in the Gardens: Winter Nature Poetry - Adult Class Saturday, Feb. 26, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Gardens on Spring Creek Drawing on the remarkable beauty of the Gardens on Spring Creek, this workshop will offer participants of all ages and experience levels an opportunity to take in the extraordinary beauty around them and turn their observations into powerful and vivid poems. Participants will work either outside in nature (weather permitting) or inside in
Through Feb. 27, monthly on the last Sunday, 7:30 9 p.m. The Comedy Fort Brewed in Fort Collins in 2013, this bold improv pack is at the top of its craft. Similar in style to “Whose Line is it Anyway,” the Comedy Brewers put on a highoctane improv comedy show where each performance is unique and made up on the spot from audience suggestions. Featuring Fort Collins’ most seasoned improv comedians, it’s a fast, hysterical, and highly interactive show that has been proven to be the most fun allowed by Colorado law.
Recurring monthly on the 1st, 2 - 4 p.m. Avogadro’s Number The Poudre River Irregulars is a lively group playing Dixieland and traditional favorite music to an enthusiastic fanbase. Join the fun afternoon by purchasing a table on the patio and inviting guests to join you at the table.
Happy Hour at Ace Gillett’s
Recurring weekly Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 5 - 6 p.m. Ace Gillett’s Underground at Ace Gillett’s Lounge & Supper Club is Happy Hour. Enjoy $2 off the entire menu, featuring everything from crab cakes and dynamite tots to chicken pesto flatbread and our signature Armstrong burger.
Haunted History After Dark
Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday, 5 - 6:30 p.m. Old Town Fort Collins Explore the dark side, the other side and underneath Fort Collins on this guided 90-minute walking ghost tour. Let our tour guides delight your dark side with true tales of Fort Collins haunted past. Tour is family friendly and includes ghost stories, ghost hunts, a Victorian Seance Show in an infamously haunted underground location and a ghoulish ghoud time.
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