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Editor’s note: This article was originally published on April 11, 2018. Student fees add about $2,300 to the cost of attendance each year for students. And, this year, fees are expected to rise again. Every spring, the process and structure of student fees become a topic of importance as the University finalizes its budget for the next fiscal year. Nineteen fee areas present a budget that incorporates the student fees, the revenues, the expenses and the funds, to the Student Fee Review Board. “It’s a one page document, and they have an hour to present about their fee area, they talk about revenues, expenses, depending on the area,” said Mike Lensky, former Associated Students of Colorado State University vice president and former chair of the SFRB. After SFRB presents the budget, University President Tony Frank then takes these suggestions to the Colorado Board of Governors. These recommendations will include a list of student fees for services and student organizations, as well as fees and increases that ensure the University’s compliance with local laws, like the recent increase in Colorado minimum wage. During his presentation to the ASCSU student-body Senate April 10, Frank stressed the importance of student choice in the budget process. “I’ve never taken a fee to the board that you didn’t recommend,” Frank said.

Following the spring election, Kevin Sullivan, then the ASCSU vice presidentelect, began recruiting a new SFRB to review fees that fall under ASCSU’s budget for the coming school year. “The Vice President-elect will put together an application with some questions and then send it out to all 19 fee directors of the 19 areas,” former vice president Cole Wise said. “They will also help us to recruit, and so they’ll get the message out to the areas that they serve. It will be put up on our website, and then we’ll do a marketing push for members to be involved with this.” When selecting a board that will make decisions about student fees handled through the ASCSU general fee, student government administrators said they are purposeful about their selection. “Diversity of thought, in majors, in colleges, in activities they are involved in, in fee areas they have association with, it’s really kind of looking at how we can get the best representation of the student voice in this group,” Wise said. There are a few key factors outlined in the ASCSU bylaws that help the SFRB decide what fee proposals have merit, including: if a fee is student-supported (meaning 10 registered student organizations support it), if there is sufficient student need for a fee and if the fee is sponsored by a university department. Accountability In order to keep fee areas accountable for serving students, the SFRB also has the option to add fiscal notes stipulating certain

requirements, though Lensky admits this system is not a perfect safeguard against misuse of a fee. Once a student fee has been approved for the first time, it is harder to follow up on if that same student fee should be renewed the following year based on if it was cost-efficient for the student body. “There’s not an official process for us to say no (after adding fiscal notes),” Lensky said. “There’s not ... a concrete no, like, ‘Oh, you didn’t do it, you can’t get anything.’ But usually, if a fee area doesn’t follow up on what they are doing we will usually not accommodate – like if athletics has to dip into a reserve and disregarded us, we would probably vote no on a fee increase.” The SFRB can choose to review whether or not a fee is really serving students and choose to discontinue a student fee if it is not serving student needs. This was the case in the early 2000s with the Rocky Mountain Raptor Program, which was approved as a student fee by the SFRB, but then later removed. It was determined that too few students benefited from the service as it only trained limited students to handle raptors. How other Colorado universities handle student fees Beyond accountability after approval, different universities have different systems and philosophies when it comes to how a fee becomes a charge on a student’s account. At the University of Colorado in Boulder, for see FEES on page 5 >>

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Syron-Sullivan campaign wins ASCSU presidential election By Natalia Sperry @Natalia_Sperry

Editor’s Note: Allec Brust and her running mate, Mareena Winchell, were previously employed for the Rocky Mountain Collegian. Brust was the former Collegian opinion editor, and Winchell was a former reporter for the Collegian arts and culture desk. This article was originally published April 4, 2018. Emotions were high and milk was chugged as the SyronSullivan campaign celebrated the announcement that they will be the next presidential administration of the Associated Students of Colorado State University. With an election season that saw over 21 percent of the student body vote, Tristan Syron and his running mate Kevin Sullivan received 2,048 votes from students, officially electing them as the next student body president and vice president. The Aubrey-Roper campaign received 1,747 votes from the student body, while the Brust-Winchell campaign and the Epperson-Hill campaign earned 1,085 votes and 1,046 votes respectively. The 6,524 votes cast this

election season represents an increase of 3.23 percent from last year’s turnout, in which 5,454 votes were cast.

“It is the students who realize that their expectations have been disregarded, and they saw a candidacy that said, ‘Hey, I see that every day and I’m trying to fix it.’” TRISTAN SYRON ASCSU PRESIDENT-ELECT

Sunburned and tired from campaigning, Syron, the ASCSU president-elect, said it was his campaign team that really won the election. “I’m nothing, I’m nothing without them,” Syron said. “It’s got almost nothing to do with us. We just stood there.” Sullivan, the ASCSU vice president-elect, said parking and informative registration are some of the administration’s priorities moving forward, and he

Marcelino Castañeda, Kevin Sullivan and Tristan Syron of the Syron-Sullivan campaign drink milk to celebrate their win of the ASCSU presidency. Syron and Sullivan also drank milk when a bill they authored, the Water Bottle Bill, passed the senate earlier this year. Syron said they chose to drink milk to celebrate their presidential win because, “Why not?” PHOTO BY DAVIS BONNER COLLEGIAN

joked that bringing back the old Snapchat is on the agenda as well. Sullivan also credits the

campaign’s success in part to his collaboration with Syron on passing the Water Bottle Bill in the

ASCSU Senate. The bill will fund the installation and retrofitting of see ASCSU on page 4 >>

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ASCSU >> from page 3 new water bottle refilling stations in older buildings on campus. Parking, increased access to a U+2 waiver and the creation of a bartering app to facilitate affordable student exchanges were some of the main policies central to the Syron-Sullivan platform. Syron and Sullivan plan on making those policies and action the main priority in their executive roles. Syron said the student needs for action and the campaign platform drove both the high turnout and the election results. “We are so incredibly grateful for every vote … Twentyone percent is absolutely amazing, and it has nothing to do with us,” Syron said. “It is the students who realize that their expectations have been disregarded, and they saw a candidacy that said, ‘Hey, I see that every day and I’m trying to fix it.’” Hailey Morton, the campaign manager for Syron-Sullivan, said she thinks Syron and Sullivan are both relatable and willing to put in the work for students. “I think that one of the best things about this campaign was it wasn’t just words,” Morton said.

“I think that, for a lot of students, that really resonated with them.” Morton also credited the high turnout to the success of the other campaigns. “I think all the campaigns did a really good job,” Morton said. “It was really diverse and I think that it’s really telling how much of the student body came out to vote this year how well the other campaigns did.” Presidential candidate Liam Aubrey said he was impressed by the hard work Syron and Sullivan have put forth. “I have the utmost respect for Tristan and Kevin. They ran a great campaign,” Aubrey said. “I’m super impressed with their hard work and after getting to work alongside Tristan in ASCSU before, I’ve no doubt in my mind he’ll do a good job and I know he really does put the students first.” Presidential candidate Allec Brust said she is proud of the campaign she ran with Mareena Winchell and is excited for the future. “At the end of the day, we’re still going to pursue our goals,” Brust said. “We are still going to pursue everything that we said we were going to do as president and vice president in any other leadership role that we attain in the next year.” Presidential and vice presidential candidates Jacob Epperson and Carter Hill could not be reached for a comment. With 2,838 votes, Ben

Amundson was elected Speaker of the Senate. Candidate Merall Sherif earned a total of 2,441 votes. Amundson said he credits the win to his supportive team and the people around him. “It really could not have been done on my own, I have an awesome team around me,” Amundson said. “I fully intend this next year that Senate is going to be run in a way that voices are heard and that we represent the students in every way.” Madison Araujo, Amundson’s campaign manager, said she believes Amundson will bring change to the Senate. “I’m just really excited, we put a lot of work into it,” Araujo said. “I really do believe in him and in our campaign message. I think that good things will come out of him next year in Senate.” Sherif, who also chairs the ASCSU Women’s Caucus, said she is excited to see what the future holds. “I’m excited for (ASCSU) to continue to do good work and support students and continue to give back and serve on campus,” Sherif said. “I’m excited to see what the new administration is going to do and all the projects we can do to give back tangible solutions to students.” Natalia Sperry can be reached at news@collegian.com.

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example, potential fees or increases are suggested by a large pool of students through individual votes. After that, fees are reviewed by the student government in a series of legislative hearings. Finally, approved budgets are taken from the Chief Financial Officer to the Board of Regents for approval before they are placed on students’ bills. Recently, however, the Chancellor at CU proposed a change to this process that would eliminate student review of fees within the process. “The biggest thing that (this proposal) takes away is that students won’t have oversight on each of these budgets,” said Carter Gruba, the president of external affairs at Colorado University Student Government.

At Metropolitan State University in Denver, the process of approving student fees for programs is a smaller operation where two members from the student government and at least two students review and submit fees to the provost. When it comes to larger fees such as the Health Center or the Regional Transportation District bus fees, these are given a student referendum vote during elections. President of the Student Government Assembly at MS Joshua Gardner said he was not aware of an easy way to review the merit of a fee after it had taken effect. “We’ve never come across that issue in the time that I’ve been here, I’m sure there is a way (of reviewing a fee),” Gardner said. While there are different philosophies about accountability for fees, and some universities even go so far as to offer an opt-out

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option, Lensky believes that although CSU’s system could be improved, student choice is still represented within it. “You can really find a whole lot of ways that student fees could be better, but I’d also be really hard pressed to say truthfully the way we do it, compared to some other universities – not saying that the student fees is run badly – but the way that we review student fees I think is better,” Lensky said. Mikaela Rodenbaugh can be reached at news@collegian. com.

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Education Abroad can be less expensive than in-state tuition By Austin Fleskes @AustinFleskes07

Editor’s note: This article was originally published on Jan. 31, 2018. Beyond traveling to a foreign country for a number of weeks, months or even a whole semester, the price of studying abroad is a factor students must consider. However, many of the programs offered by the Colorado State University Education Abroad Program can cost as much as in-state tuition or lower. According to CSU’s Office of Financial Aid, the current instate tuition for the 2017-2018 school year for an off-campus student is $25,424 and $27,300 for on-campus students. “CSU takes an approach of ‘We only charge what we need to,’” said Laura Thornes, director of the Education Abroad Program. “CSU really wants to create access for education abroad, so there is much more of a fair cost analysis for students. According to Thornes, one of the most popular programs, that is also one of the cheapest, is the University of Economics, Central and East European Studies Program, which takes place in Prague, the Czech Republic.

This specific program, according to the price budget page, has a total 2018 spring semester cost of only $10,083.52, which includes both billable and non-billable items. While some programs can go beyond the price range of in-state tuition, students can still receive a number of scholarships, grants and loans to help fund a semester abroad. Semester at Sea, one of many education abroad programs offered, is one program whose price exceeds the cost of in-state tuition. According to Ciara Cole, the director of the Semester at Sea program, the program fee begins at $25,000. This price includes up to 15 semester credits worth of tuition, housing, all meals aboard the ship, premium medical insurance, full-time and onsite residential student services staff as well as advisement and assistance by the Semester at Sea home office. However, while this price exceeds that of a semester of instate tuition at CSU, students can receive financial aid to fund the semester. “The Education Abroad team works directly with students to help find the right program for them based on their individual budget,” Cole wrote in an email to the Collegian. “Ninety-nine

percent of scholarships, grants, and loans students receive to study at CSU can be used abroad, including with Semester at Sea.” Many students receive this financial aid in order to help fund for education abroad semesters, such as junior Josh Curry, who is studying international studies with a Spanish concentration and political science. In spring 2016, Curry spent an alternative break in Israel with Dr. James Lindsay and other CSU students studying and surveying the culture and history of the Levant. In spring 2017, Curry spent a semester in Santiago, Chile through the University Studies Abroad Consortium, a business that partners with CSU and other universities to help send students abroad. Curry’s program in Chile initially cost only $7,500, but after a scholarship he could use abroad, the semester ended up costing $2,500. “There is a common misconception that education abroad is too expensive, but this could not be further from the truth,” Curry wrote in an email to the Collegian. “Though finances were a concern for me before I began researching my program, these concerns were quickly assuaged when I saw how affordable many of our programs

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are.” For students who are looking for the different education abroad programs offered at CSU, the Education Abroad Program List has categorized all offered programs, and offers an advanced search options to find the right program for each student. For any student worrying about the cost of studying abroad, students can talk to a financial aid adviser as well an education abroad adviser every Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon in the Lory Student Center. The Education Abroad office, located in Laurel Hall, can also connect students with

peer advisers and other students about similar concerns. “Whether it’s Semester at Sea or another education abroad program, these are lifechanging opportunities with enormous academic, personal and professional benefits,” Cole wrote. “Education abroad experiences help students gain skills in cross-cultural communication, learn to think critically, and develop selfconfidence, flexibility, and an appreciation of diversity – essential components of (a student’s) college education and in today’s global workplaces.” Austin Fleskes can be reached at news@collegian.com.

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If you’re looking for a four-year degree, Colorado State University could be the prime place in the state to get it, according to an analysis by Schools.com.

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■ Average amount of institutional

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undergraduates awarded financial aid ■ Median debt of graduates ■ 3-year student loan repayment rate of graduates ■ Number of degree and certificate programs offered on campus ■ Number of degree and certificate programs offered via distance education ■ Percent of students enrolled in any distance education classes ■ Full-time student retention rate ■ Graduation rate within six years ■ Percent of students working and not enrolled six years after entry ■ Flexibility and student services, based on whether the school offers the following services: Dual credit, credit for life experience, Advanced Placement credit, programs of study that can be completed entirely on weekends or in the evening, remedial services, academic and career counseling, job placement services for graduates, guaranteed tuition plan, tuition payment plan and any other alternative tuition plan.

In the education information site’s most recent ranking of four-year colleges in Colorado, CSU placed number one, beating out

the University of Denver in second place and University of Colorado, Boulder in third place. The analysis took into consideration in-state tuition and fees for full-time undergraduates, graduation rates within six years and the number of degree and certificate programs offered, among nine other factors.

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Data was gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics and the 2015-16 College Scorecards from the U.S. Department of Education. “It’s always nice to be recognized—we certainly agree that Colorado State University is one the best (four)-year colleges in Colorado—and we also know that the best measures of our quality are the experiences our students have when they’re here and the success they find after they graduate from CSU,” Executive Director of Public Relations Communication Mike Hooker wrote in an email to The Collegian. According to CSU’s 20182019 catalog, 84 percent of students secure employment or continuing education within six months of graduation, and 89 percent say they would choose CSU again. Samantha Ye can be reached at news@collegian. com.

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CSU Health Network helps students manage stress By Gabriel Go @rgabrielgo

Editor’s note: This article was originally published Oct. 11, 2017. Stress is something that most college students face. From tight deadlines to being homesick, juggling responsibilities and managing stress can be a handful. That is why the Colorado State University Health Network has been putting an effort into helping students learn how to manage stress. “If you interact with students on campus, the common language that students would endorse is a sense of being stressed out or overwhelmed,” said Anne Hudgens, the executive director of the CSU Health Network. According to a 2015 report by the American Collegiate Health Association, there is a growing trend among college campuses nationwide towards students wanting help with stress management. CSU is no stranger to this trend. CSU-related data extrapolated from the same report suggests that CSU students reported stress, anxiety and sleep

difficulties as academic impacts, said Kate Hadgorn, associate director of communications for the Health Network. The data’s figures estimate that 34 percent of CSU students reported stress as an academic impact, 27 percent reported anxiety and 24 percent reported sleep difficulty, as of 2015. In light of these findings, the Health Network took advantage of their new Health and Medical Center to continue their initiatives against stress by investing in the creation of the Still Point Reflection Room. The Still Point Reflection Room is a space where students can relax, reflect and meditate. The reflection room is stocked with chairs, yoga mats and blankets for students seeking to unwind during the day. The reflection room also houses the only relaxation pod on campus. Health Network officials said because the reflection room was created as part of the entire building’s budget of $48 million, the exact cost of the room and its equipment were not readily available. Officials said funding

came from donors, self-generated revenue and student health fees. The pod is an $8,000 accoutrement included in the room’s equipment cost and allows students to relax and nap for 20 minutes at a time. The equipment allows the user to enclose themselves from the outside and comes with adjustable lights, sound and a massage chair. It is recommended students schedule pod use in advance, but the room itself is free to use at any time. However, the reflection room and its pod is not the definitive solution to stress management. Hudgens said the reflection room is an opportunity to continue their existing stress management programs. “When we’re talking about the pod, I really want to make sure that I’m talking about programs and services we’re offering related to stress management,” Hudgens said. “The pod is one little piece of it, rather than its own deal.” Other stress management programs by the Health Network include You@CSU, an online portal that connects students to personalized health

A futuristic nap pod located in the new Health Center is available for reservations up to 24 hours in advance. An entire relaxation room has been added to the new Health Center. PHOTO BY ELLIOT JERGE COLLEGIAN

resources. The Health Network’s website also includes an article advising students how to handle challenging world events. Though Hadgorn said there are no current plans to acquire more relaxation pods, the reflection room’s pod is proving quite popular among students. Junior ethnic studies major Claudia Quiroz said while she was initially skeptical of the pod, she enjoyed using the

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Collegian opinion desk reflects on unity By Opinion Desk @CSUcollegian

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published March 29, 2018. All opinion section content reflects the views of the authors only and does not represent a stance taken by the Collegian or editorial board. The opinion section of The Rocky Mountain Collegian is home to a large diversity of opinions and backgrounds. We are the type of people who many think wouldn’t be friends, because we are just so different. While reflecting on CSUnite, the staff of the opinion desk shares their experiences, and how the environment has allowed them to create meaningful friendships with people so very different from themselves. Michelle Fredrickson I’ve worked in student media at one school or another for eight years, but working for the opinion desk has been a new and excellent experience for me. It’s easy, especially in a degree program where everyone shares similar views, to get caught in an echo chamber. The opinion desk ensures that will never happen. I have been fortunate enough to take over as the editor of the desk, and the respect shown by every member of the staff for one another’s opinions has blown me away. Our meetings are lively

and full of discussion, with a wonderful staff of people who honestly try to understand each other’s views. Most of us differ vastly in just about every possible way. Nevertheless, we manage to have good, honest conversations, and to respect one another and our different opinions. Somehow, a desk of people with wildly different viewpoints have managed to form solid friendships. And it people as different as us can do that, anyone can. Leta McWilliams Above anything else, writing as a columnist for CSU’s opinion desk has made me open-minded. This desk is filled with so many intelligent people, who sit on all sides of the political spectrum, and regardless of those differences we all have a very strong friendship; our meetings are always filled with respectful debate, friendly discourse, and uncontrollable laughter. This desk has taught me that no matter someone’s opinion, friendship can always flourish. Regardless of our differing opinions, our desk is united in our desire for the excellence of the Collegian and CSU, and we’ve created strong, lasting friendships because of it. Ethan Vassar The world is a lot more interesting, and life more valuable, when you have an open mind. The opinion desk

has created an environment in which opinions can be changed and explored, because of the lenses through which our writers view the world. Ryan and Josh always amaze me with their political knowledge, and Michelle is a wealth of health knowledge, just to name a few. We all get along, and despite some varying viewpoints on certain issues or events, discussion is never reduced to shouting matches, nor does anyone try and force their opinion onto others. Josh Silva In a time when as a university, as a country, and as a society, we seem to be more divided than ever, being able to work with people who are different from us is crucial. While many individuals have argued over the cause of the disease that is hate-motivated incidents on campus, the cure is much more straightforward. We have to focus on what unites us and not what divides us. If we in the opinion desk, all with wildly different opinions, backgrounds, and beliefs, can come together, CSU can too. Ryan Tougaw It took a little bit of convincing to get me to join the Collegian opinion desk in the first place. I’m glad I overcame my initial reticence because it has certainly been one of the highlights of my college career thus far. The

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group that I work with is one of the most fun and engaging groups of people I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. Even though we disagree strenuously on pretty much every political issue under the sun, we still have plenty of fun and get along quite well at our meetings. Lauren Willson I have had the privilege of working at the opinion desk of The Rocky Mountain Collegian for the past 14 months. During that time, I’ve met some with views far more liberal than my own and some with comparatively great conservative leanings, but the complexity of these unique ideologies cannot be reduced to a single partisan label. I’ve worked with the religiously committed, the agnostic, the atheistic. Our desk has a diverse assortment of writers, who have become a unified group of genuine friends. Before coming to CSU, I didn’t think much about concepts like diversity or unity. I’m happy to say that my time with the Collegian has changed that for the better. Above all, working as an opinion writer has taught me that every voice has validity. These voices must communicate effectively with one another if we ever hope to achieve consensus on issues that would otherwise divide us. Jayla Hodge

The best way to represent and incorporate the variety opinions on campus is to have people with different perspectives writing on our desk. We don’t always agree. We don’t hold the same beliefs, but we talk to each other. Out of our weekly conversations, we have developed a genuine sense of community, of friendship. Students across the campus take our example: it’s important we start building bridges instead of burning them. We are all Rams, and at the end of the day we all want the same things. We need to start talking about why we disagree or why we think the way we do. The shortest distance between two people is a story. In the wise words of Maya Angelou: “The variety of our skin tones can confuse, bemuse, delight, brown and pink and beige and purple, tan and blue and white.... I note the obvious differences between each sort and type, but we are more alike, my friends, than we are unalike. We are more alike, my friends, than we are unalike.” The Collegian opinion desk can be reached a letters@ collegian.com.

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CSU places fourth in Scholar Athlete Awards for Mountain West By Mack Beaulieu @Macknz_James

Eighty-nine Colorado State athletes were honored last week by the Mountain West with the Scholar Athlete Award. Part of a record-breaking year for the Mountain West, the Rams had the fourth-highest

amount of Scholar Athletes in the conference. Women’s track and field led all teams with 16 members receiving the award, while the swimming and diving team came in second with 11. Football had three scholar athletes. Seven CSU athletes made the list with 4.0s, including Jordan

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2017-2018 athletic and academic year with 138 student-athletes being given academic awards in total. To be eligible for the award, athletes must be a starter or heavy contributor to the team, been at the school for at least two semesters and maintain a GPA higher than 3.5. The Rams were led by

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Preseason scrimmage shows promise for Rams By Eddie Herz @Eddie_Herz

Fans were provided with their first opportunity to see the 2018 Rams for an open scrimmage at the newly-dubbed Canvas Stadium Aug.4. Though the scrimmage didn’t include a significant amount of complex, in-game plays, the offense-defense scrimmage helped identify a little of what the Rams have to offer next season. If the scrimmage taught fans anything, it’s that whoever is behind center will have plenty of talented options. Colorado State University’s wide receivers look close to being ready for the season. Freshman wideout Nikko Hall made his presence known almost immediately and established noticeable chemistry with quarterback Justice McCoy while running with the second string offense. Hall made two grabs in his first series, including a 20-yard touchdown reception to open the scoring. Hall displayed his speedy route running ability and went on to make two more receptions. “Nikko is a guy that really

has improved every day,” Bobo said. “He made some plays today on key third downs. He got some conversions and didn’t hesitate after the catch. He put his foot in the ground and went and got the first (down).” It shouldn’t come as any surprise that CSU’s anticipated top receiver Olabisi Johnson also found the end zone. K.J. CartaSamuels connected with Johnson for a 27-yard touchdown. Warren Jackson showcased the fits he will give opposing defenses this season. Early in the scrimmage, Jackson used his big body to go up and get a ball for a short touchdown. The play was set up by a huge gain earlier in the drive. Jackson made a grab over the middle and took it 45 yards down the field, effortlessly breaking tackles. The catchand-run was the largest play during the scrimmage in terms of yardage. “I’m very, very impressed with him,” Bobo said. “I think he’s got a chance to be one of the alltime best receivers ever to play here. This guy is 6’6”, has really good speed, has really good body control. I like this kid a lot.” Switching gears to the run

game, both Marvin Kinsey Jr. and Rashaad Boddie were effective while splitting work between first and second string, but Izzy Matthews didn’t get much work. Using his size to run through defenders, Boddie carried the ball nine times for 68 yards. Boddie also found the end zone on two occasions. Kinsey, who has gone through a mental battle since tearing his ACL in 2016, made the most of his carries Saturday. Kinsey totaled 47 yards on six carries. Bobo noted that he believes Kinsey is in the right place, both mentally and physically. Quarterback K.J. CartaSamuels’ biggest mistake came when he was intercepted over the middle by linebacker Josh Watson. Other than that, CartaSamuels was effective. The graduate transfer threw three touchdowns and completed 66.7 percent of his 21 passes. “I feel like (Carta-Samuels has) got (a) good command of the huddle or no huddle, so to speak,” Bobo said. “I think he’s getting better every day of understanding the offense and understanding where to go. He threw some nice deep balls, threw a nice deep ball

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to Bisi (Olabisi Johnson). He had a couple of nice check downs. Overall, I think he did a nice job.” McCoy was a bit shaky at times but also drove the ball down the field efficiently throughout the game. The redshirt freshman made some mistakes and failed to check down the ball a few times. But McCoy demonstrated how far he has come since the spring. Despite having some work to do in terms of learning CSU’s playbook, McCoy still threw for 169 yards and a touchdown. “I’m really, really proud of this kid,” Bobo said. “He is worrying about what he can control, and that’s himself. He’s getting better every single day. He’s becoming a guy that I can see myself putting out in the game and trust him.” Josh Watson, the Rams’ leading tackler from last season, once again led CSU on defense. The linebacker recorded six tackles while also exhibiting his physicality on the interception off of Carta-Samuels. On a ball Carta-Samuels was attempting to squeeze into Cameron Butler, Watson used his body to bully his way in and make a reaching catch. Trey Sutton also picked off McCoy early in the scrimmage

and recorded one tackle. While the sidelines were relaxed for most of the scrimmage, there was a bit of a scary moment early on. Receiver E.J. Scott, who missed the entire 2017 season due to a knee injury, got taken down hard by Jadon Walker while reaching for an overthrown ball over the middle. Scott was down for a few minutes before using his own power to walk off the field, but he was okay and later came back in. “I was hoping it was kind of more of a scare,” Bobo said. “He got the wind knocked out of him. It was his first really good hit since the ACL (injury). I’m glad it came in the scrimmage and basically, it was a helmet on the thigh. To his credit, he got back in there and made a couple of plays.” The scrimmage was the first of two that the Rams will hold during the preseason. The final preseason scrimmage will take place Aug. 11 at Canvas Stadium, but it will be closed to the public. Eddie Herz can be reached at sports@collegian.com.

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Editor’s note: This article was originally published June 5, 2018. After months of anticipation, Colorado State University announced that the on-campus stadium, completed prior to last football season, will now be named Canvas Stadium. Announced in April, Public Service Credit Union purchased the naming rights for the new on-campus stadium at a price tag of over $37 million. Now rebranded as Canvas Credit Union, the stadium will take the direct name of the company while also maintaining their famous head coaches’ influence with the field being named after Sonny Lubick by way of an anonymous donation. The naming rights altogether will bring in roughly $57 million for CSU athletics over the next decade, one of the most lucrative naming-

rights packages in the nation. The credit union and CSU Athletics Director Joe Parker also announced an event for friends and fans alike that will take place on June 15th. The naming celebration will take place from 1:30-2:30 p.m. in the Stadium Club on the west side of the stadium, followed by a Family and Friends Party from 3-6 p.m. at the New Belgium porch. The party will include an opportunity for young Rams’ faithful to hit the field for various events with the event being free and open to the public. The now-rebranded Canvas Stadium will host its first official contest on August 25th as the Rams host the University of Hawaii in their season and home opener of the 2018-2019 football season. The Rams will look to improve on their 7-6 record from last season in which they made yet another bowl appearance. Luke Zahlmann can be reached at sports@collegian. com.

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CSU men’s basketball announces 2018-2019 schedule By Mamadou Balde Editor’s note: This article was originally published July 11, 2018. The Colorado State men’s basketball team has a full schedule with 17 regular season games taking place at Moby Arena, the Mountain West conference and head coach Niko Medved announced Tuesday. CSU will kick-off the 2018-2019 season with a match against Colorado Christian Nov. 7 before taking on Arkansas Pine Bluff and Montana State at home. The first set of road games for the team will be Nov. 19-21, with the Gulf Coast Showcase in Fort Meyers, Florida. On Nov. 27, CSU will face Southern Illinois at the Mountain West-Missouri Valley Challenge game. The annual Rocky Mountain Showdown will take place Dec. 1 at Boulder as the Rams try to extend their winning streak against the Buffaloes to three consecutive games. The Rams will return home Dec. 5 to face 2018 NCAA Tournament team Arkansas. December will be rounded out by two home games against Sam Houston State Dec. 8 and South Dakota Dec. 16. The

Rams will start a conference play on the road against the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels Jan. 2 before travelling to Fresno, California to take on Fresno State. Conference play will continue with two home games against Air Force Jan. 2 and New Mexico Jan. 12. The Rams will also face another 2018 NCAA Tournament team in conference opponent Nevada. Last year, the Wolf Pack advanced to the third round of the tournament before losing to Final Four team Loyola Chicago 69-68. The Rams will meet Nevada twice, once on the road Jan. 23 and at home Feb. 6. CSU will also face their border rivals Wyoming twice, with the first game being held in Laramie, Wyoming Feb. 9 and the second game at Moby Feb. 23, which will serve as the annual Orange Out game. The MW Men’s Basketball Championship will begin March 13 and end March 16 with the championship game. The MW Championships will be held at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. The winner of the title game will earn an automatic NCAA Tournament berth. Mamadou Balde can be reached at sports@collegian. com.

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CSU linebackers eager to carry defense in 2018 By Eddie Herz @Eddie_Herz

Changes are evident for the Colorado State Rams’ defense heading into the 2018 season. Adjusting to a revamped coaching staff and settling in with new roles are major tasks at hand. Besides achieving those objectives, CSU’s linebackers are intensely focused on improving and carrying their defense. Despite losing fifthleading tackler Evan Colorito and eight-game starter Kiel Robinson, the linebacker unit still emerges as one of the most experienced for the Rams. Redshirt senior Josh Watson, who led CSU with 109 tackles in 2017, returns for his final collegiate season and is the most crucial piece for the Rams’ success at the linebacker position. Junior Max Watson and redshirt senior Tre Thomas are set to lead the unit as well. Schematically, new defensive coordinator John Jancek brings a lot of fresh ideas to the table. For one, CSU will be switching from a 3-4 defense to a 4-3 defense under the 27-year coaching veteran. In a 4-3 defense, linebackers are instrumental when it comes to setting the front and communicating effectively. In other words, the linebackers will be relied on heavily to succeed. Though this adds a level of pressure, CSU’s linebackers are excited to operate in the new defense. “I think we have a better scheme that allows the linebackers to attack more and just make more plays,” Thomas said. In terms of adjusting to a 4-3 defense and having a new coach, Watson has responded effectively. The redshirt senior has already taken it upon himself to fill a leadership role during training camp. Watson has also shown up for fall camp rejuvenated and with a noticeable edge. “I really like where Josh (Watson) is at, he’s in a good place,” head coach Mike Bobo said. “He’s a senior that’s hungry for this team to do well, for this defense to take a step forward. And for him personally to be considered one of the top linebackers in this conference, that’s a goal of his. That goes hand-

in-hand with how we play on defense. He’s taken pride and ownership in that every day.” Though Tre Thomas played in all 13 games last season, he only started once. Giving maximum effort and hustling every down has never been a problem for Thomas. The issue for the linebacker in 2017 was consistent, productive play. CSU coaches have been eying Thomas’ ability to maintain consistency since the spring. As he needed to, Thomas has made positive strides. The Denver native is proving that he is fit to step into a larger role and can be trusted to help carry the defense when necessary. “(Thomas is) going to run his tail off and he’s going to play but he’s got to be more consistent at that linebacker position,” Bobo said. “I’ve noticed throughout spring and these first few days of practice that he’s more confident, he’s making plays.” Thomas also gained 15 pounds or so in order to improve his game. Bobo and Thomas both assured that his speed wasn’t sacrificed in the process. While Watson, Thomas, and McDonald will undoubtedly be expected to lead the linebacker unit, CSU’s options at the position actually run pretty deep. Bobo is pleased with what he has seen from redshirt junior Anthony Giusti. Patrick Moody, who played in eight games as a freshman, is poised to do more damage next season. There are extremely high hopes for incoming freshman Dequan Jackson as well. The 6’1” freshman was a threestar recruit coming out of Robert E. Lee High School in Jacksonville, Florida. Jackson held offers from Maryland, Memphis, and Purdue in addition to a number of other FBS programs. Based on what has been seen from Jackson so far in fall camp, the linebacker has the potential to make an immediate impact. “We feel good about his football IQ,” Bobo said. “He’s kind of the alpha dog of that freshmen class and that’s good to see. He’s a man, he lets you know what he’s here for. I feel like the guy has a chance to be see LINEBACKERS on page 26 >>

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to fill larger roles definitely changed the dynamic of their chemistry. But CSU’s linebackers believe they are in a good place in terms of working together and communicating properly. Watson, for example, has been taking guys like Jackson under his wing. And the fact that many of these key linebackers have played together for quite some time only improves the

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been completed, all of CSU’s position groups have a ways to go in order to be fully prepared for the season. Specifically, Jancek is satisfied with what he’s seen from the linebackers as a whole so far. Their commitment and desire to improve day-by-day stands out to CSU’s defensive coordinator as well. “I do like the progress of the linebackers,” Jancek said.

“They’ve really come a long way. Coach (Chase) Gibson has done an outstanding job with them. They’ve learned a lot (about) football. They’re really into what they’re doing. They’re dedicated.” Eddie Herz can be reached at sports@collegian.com.

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Many incoming freshmen may be wondering how to properly fit in with the college scene. On the other hand, many new-comers are looking to distinguish themselves as freshmen among the large sea of Colorado State University students. For those who want to let people know they’re new to Fort Collins, there are many ways to appear as “freshman” as possible. 1. Wear your Ram Welcome shirt to every football game Don’t bother making festive CSU shirts or spending money on merch at the bookstore. The Ram Welcome shirts are both stylish and unique, and wearing them will let everyone know how much fun orientation was. 2. Bring every textbook to class — even the ones that aren’t necessary As a rule of thumb, every student’s backpack should be at least half of their body weight. If everyone isn’t suffering from back problems halfway through the semester, then they clearly aren’t hauling enough unnecessary items around. 3. Get enough sleep By the time most students have reached their third or fourth semester, they’ve already pulled an unhealthy amount of all-nighters and likely have an I.V. of caffeine going straight into their bloodstream. Having no bags under the eyes is a sure sign someone has yet to endure a college finals week. 4. Walk in a group of friends to every destination No freshman should ever be seen walking alone unless they want to appear as “independent” or “mature.” 5. Fail to understand the bus routes Stand at the CSU transit center for more than 30 minutes and try to figure

out which bus goes to the nearest grocery store. When a freshman can’t figure it out they usually just call an Uber to and from campus. 6. Go to every single party within a 20-mile radius Freshmen should never be seen staying in on a Friday night. A great way to cultivate one’s social life in college is through the party scene, so rookies should try and tackle every party in Fort Collins — even if they have to walk. 7. Buy a Razor Scooter to get around. This one is selfexplanatory. 8. Wait a month to do laundry. When freshman finally realize they don’t have a personal maid in the dorms, they tend to start laundry when everything is dirty and they can’t Febreze it anymore, which tends to be a month in. Freshmen also tend to forget about the clean clothes for 2 days until someone has removed it from the dryer and left it in a pile on the floor. Repeat a month later. 9. Care about fitting in Despite many misconceptions, popularity is still very prevalent in college and social climbing will definitely lend students a more successful and enriching undergraduate experience. Newcomers should avoid joining clubs or organizations that are relevant to their “passions” or “interests”. Instead, make associations based on superficial qualities. 10. Have fun and make memories It’s important to work hard but remember to have as much fun this first year before things hit the fan. Students only have one year to really do nothing until everything starts to fall apart. Elena Waldmann can be reached at entertainment@ collegian.com.

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Fall semester is starting soon, and with it comes a full life schedule. Having sole responsibility for your time and resources can become suddenly overwhelming and can affect schoolwork. Here are five things that make the transition into college-level studying easier. 1. Calculate how many points you can lose in a class, but still pass. Sometimes to get assignments finished, you will need to cut your losses and give up on another. By calculating the total minimum amount of points needed to pass a class, you will be able to take strategic losses that will be better for your grades in the long run. Canvas Instructure makes this easy with the “what if” grade calculator. This tip should be used sparingly in situations where it is crucial to saving your grade. 2. Make a weekly schedule of all your assignments Approaching work on a day to day to basis can cause things to slip through the cracks. Sitting down on a weekend and making a

full schedule of the week will allow you to plan for larger assignments that may need to be worked on for more than one day, and schedule all your other assignments accordingly. 3. Break down your assignments to the smallest workload you can People tend to underestimate how much time any assignment is going to take. Long segments of time dedicated to one assignment is not conducive to an environment in which multiple things require your attention and spending too much time on one thing will cause you to neglect other assignments. The best way to avoid this is to break assignments into small, manageable and exact workloads. For example, if you have an assignment for a class on Thursday, and it’s Monday, break up the assignment into thirds and schedule each third for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. This method not only minimizes the workload of any one class but also ensures your energy is used on all of your classes, not just one. 4. Utilize rest and break times Unfortunately, we can’t start working on our assignments nonstop until they are done. If that

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were possible, humans would be more efficient and life would be easy. We all need breaks, which is why it’s a good idea to set work and rest timers. While you will still see diminishing returns on your energy at the end of the day, taking frequent breaks will revitalize you and make you more efficient when it is time to return

to work. 5. Plan your essays for simplicity Treating every essay like a grand masterpiece can bring unnecessary stress, over research, writing at the last minute and generally take on a greater task than you have time for. Do not worry about how an

essay would be read if it were outside of the class, because it won’t be. Keep a tight focus on a simple topic and argument that is still relevant to the assignment. Answering the who, what, when, where, why, and how is better than focusing on digressive topics. Ty Davis can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.

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RA, ICA and RLP: a breakdown of residential life on campus By Maddie Wright @maddiewright

The first week of moving into residence halls includes a lot of people introducing themselves to you. There are many names, majors, hometowns, and other things to keep track of. It may be even harder when people are using words and acronyms that are not common knowledge outside of the CSUniverse. Here is a little breakdown of the other undergraduate students who are working to help you. RA: Resident Assistant A resident assistant is a live-in student staff member who lives in the hall and is there to help promote safety, inclusivity and success of their residents.

“We aim to be places of support and care, advocates, and resources for our residents. We’re not doing the job to do write ups, but that just happens to be part of the job expectation.” JOE BRETZ WESTFALL RESIDENT ASSISANT

“This is a big transition, but it is by no means the last one in life or even college,” Corbett RA Eliot Hawkes said. “I think that ideally an RA connects students to resources and passes on skills they can use on their own in their future transitions. We get to be there to make them feel safe, okay, able to succeed, and maybe most importantly, never alone.” There are a lot of stereotypes that students come in with to place on their RA. People may assume an RA is just there to write them up when they get too rowdy and are just a glorified hall monitor who doesn’t really care about the people in the hall. “I think a lot of residents see RAs as people who make them go to floor meetings and as people who write them up for quiet hours,” said Westfall RA Joe Bretz. “I don’t know a single RA who signed up for the job for those reasons. We aim to be places of support and care, advocates, and resources for our residents. We’re not doing the job to do write-ups, but that just happens to be

part of the job expectation.” There is the possibility that residents want to form a strong relationship with their RA. Many RAs want to form those close relationships with their residents and be someone they can turn to when they need help. “One of our biggest goals is to create a space where everyone can feel included and comfortable in their own way, whatever that may look like to them,” Corbett RA Jess Gerton said. “We work to support the folks in our community with their academic, social, and professional lives, through the good and the bad!” People typically can get along well with an RA “My number one goal was to connect people in the hall and then to let them know if they ever needed anything or wanted advice, I was there any time,” former RA Caleb Smith said. Ultimately, RAs are a resource for residents and while they may not know all the answers, they can help guide residents to where they should look. “RAs are trained to know the ins and outs of CSU’s resources and can point residents to what they need and aid them in most ways,” Alpine RA and former director of finance for the Residence Hall Association Mo Crump said. “RAs are here to help residents not police them, and they what to do whatever they can to make their time in the residence halls the best possible.” ICA: Inclusive Community Assistants One of the Principles of Community at CSU is inclusion. The residence halls have a whole position dedicated exactly to that called the Inclusive Community Assistants. There is one in each resident hall across campus to promote inclusivity and provide strategies for residents and staff to create these inclusive communities. ICAs engage in intentional conversations through community walks and programming. ICAs walk through the building, sometimes with goodies, to talk with residents about issues surrounding inclusivity and providing an opportunity for residents to learn and grow through conversations they can have on their own. ICAs work with the Student Diversity Program and Services offices. These include the Black/African American Cultural Center,

the Asian/Pacific American Cultural Center, the Native American Cultural Center, the Women and Gender Advocacy Center, the Pride Resource Center, El Centro and the Student Disability Center. They will often do programs in collaboration with these offices and work to promote inclusion for these and other identities. “ICAs are knowledgeable about campus resources and their services to students,” according to Residence Life Recruitment. Utilizing diverse and educational programs they will challenge members within the community to grow both personally and academically. The ICAs along with other staff members and residents are responsible for helping to create an atmosphere conducive to study and enjoyment.” RLP- Residential Leadership Programs RLP stands for Residential Leadership Programs and is comprised of the Residence Hall Association, National Residence Hall Honorary, and Hall Council. “I’d say the purpose of RLP is to provide a variety of leadership experiences, perspectives, and roles to students that live on campus,” RHA President Kyra Ferguson said. “Through RHA, residents can act as the voice of their hall

and the campus, and in NRHH they can participate in service. Hall Council is a personalized experience hall by hall, and students can make it what they want.” According to the CSU RHA website, RHA’s purpose is to improve the on-campus experience for residents by advocating, providing opportunities for leadership, development and growth, all while building a community for students to feel at home. “I’d say the purpose of RLP is to provide a variety of leadership experiences, perspectives, and roles to students that live on campus,” RHA President Kyra Ferguson said. “Through RHA, residents can act as the voice of their hall and the campus, and in NRHH they can participate in service. Hall Council is a personalized experience hall by hall, and students can make it what they want. All of them advocate for students and can provide direct and indirect leadership opportunities to grow and develop in.” NRHH is an honorary for students who live on campus that can continue with them when they move off campus. They honor leading students and work to benefit life on campus. According to the CSU NRHH website, CSU’s chapter members “represent the top 1 percent of the student

leaders on campus and are those who have contributed extraordinary amounts of personal time and energy in order to make the residence halls home away from home.” Where RAs and ICAs typically have to be at least a second-year student, firstyear students can get involved in RLP their first semester at CSU as a Hall Council member, RHA senator and/or NRHH representative. “From getting involved by participating in events put on by RLP to being a leader in your community as hall council member, RHA senator, and NRHH representatives, residents are able to further their sense of community and involvement on CSU campus,” Crump said. It also helps first-year students build the community they want to see in their halls. “If you’re really into trying to create an inclusive community and you’re really into trying to create a better community then this is a pretty good outlet to get a foothold on like starting to do that as a college student-adult,” former director of residential events and programming for RHA Wes Taylor said. Maddie Wright can be reached at entertainment@ collegian.com.

An RA in Parmele Hall, checks in with her residents. A resident assistant helps develop community for students living in the halls. COLLEGIAN FILE PHOTO

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5 tips on how to write an essay without reading the whole book. By Evan Vicchy @evanNOTkevin7

The last thing on a college kid’s list of priorities is thoroughly reading the book their professor assigned. Unfortunately, there’s no getting around those assignments that require a deep analysis of the text your teacher expects you to read. As one who has written many high-grade essays without reading every page, here are five tips on how to examine a text, pull out the evidence and write your essay so well, it fools the professor. 1. Read the introduction and conclusion first What any good essayist needs to keep in mind is the argument of the author. Their argument is why the book is so long. When you sit down to begin writing, read the introduction and conclusion first. These two sections of the book are where the author states what they are trying to prove and a review of all their main points that back up their claims. Once you determine what they are trying to communicate, you’re ready for step two. 2. Pick three main points After figuring out what is being argued, structure your essay with three main points you discovered in the introduction and conclusion. Since you found them in those sections, that means that they’re in the meat of the book somewhere. Make this step easy on yourself. Picking three broad topics is good because then you most likely will find more things in the book you can manipulate to prove what you’re trying to say. 3. Search for evidence This is the most crucial step. Professors like to see direct quotes out of the book and the more quotes you find, the less

writing you’ll have to do because they speak for themselves. I find it helpful to go to the table of contents and read the titles of the chapters because there is usually a general theme per chapter. Find a chapter that might have to do with one of your three topics and scan that section. Anything that jumps out to you, like a specific word or the discussion of an idea, highlight that sentence and mark the page so you can come back to it. 4. Pull your quotes Once you’ve found quotes that can explain your points, take the most meaningful and the most obvious ones from your highlighted sections and place them in your body paragraphs. If you find a quote that is slightly ambiguous and you’re not sure if it will suffice, make it work. It’s easy to manipulate evidence to make it sound like it relates to what you’re talking about. To do this, paste the quote into your document and then write a sentence explaining how this excerpt connects to your point. Make the reader believe that what you pulled from the text is evidence even though it might sound broad 5. Cite your sources In order to make the professor see what you’ve read and where you found it, always cite it. For most essays, all you need to do it put the page number in parentheses at the end of the sentence with the quote. The more citations and page numbers that appear in the essay, the more the teacher will think you “read” the book. A citation is irrefutable proof that you found that information on that specific page. If you have any problems, tell that professor to crack open the book and find it themselves. Evan Vicchy can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.

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A day in the life of CAM the Ram and his handlers By Nate Day @NateMDay

Editor’s note: This article was originally published April 3, 2018. Colorado State University is full of local celebrities. Everyone knows Tony Frank and his legendary beard, and students love professors like Denise Apodaca and coaches like Mike Bobo, but they all pale in comparison to one individual: CAM the Ram. While students are constantly excited to see CAM visiting campus, they rarely are allowed a glimpse into the care that goes into maintaining CAM and prepping him for events. CAM, who is owned by the Alumni Association, is kept at a ranch belonging to a retired animal sciences professor. His specific location is kept a secret to avoid incidents from rival schools. One CAM was allegedly spray painted blue by students at the Air Force Academy, and another was stolen by a CU fraternity before causing thousands of dollars worth of damage in the garage that they kept him in, according to his handlers. CAM isn’t alone, however. At the farm, there is another male ram–called Mac by the handlers–who is used as a backup if CAM is ever too ill to make an appearance, a special lady-friend known as Camera and a young sheep named Macy all keep him company. According to Ram Handler Justin Gorman, a junior studying agricultural business, CAM resides in the “Taj Mahal” of barns after the previous one burned down. Most days, CAM spends time training with his handlers. “We’ll put the halter on him and socialize him,” Gorman said. “We’ll simulate situations like a kid running up to him or a towel flapping around.” The training is designed to prepare CAM for the assortment of unusual happenings that could take place at any moment. On event days, CAM undergoes pampering as a form of preparation. “We’ll wash him with soap and water,” said Aly Ridings, a senior studying biology. “And then we shave him before we leave.” CAM’s wool is shaved off of most of his body, leaving some

One of the CSU CAM the Ram handlers watches over CAM while he takes pictures with prospective students and fans. There are around 17 students who work to take care of CAM, cleaning, shearing, feeding him and taking him to events around Fort Collins. PHOTO BY BROOKE BUCHAN COLLEGIAN

on his back for a blanket to rest on. “We sheer him pretty often in the summer so he can stay cool,” said Clarissa Carver, a senior animal sciences student. “In the winter, we’ll shave him every few months to keep him warmer.” While he’s being shaved by a handful of handlers, CAM’s trailer is prepped with food and water to make his ride comfortable, and other handlers spend time cleaning up bits of CAM’s wool, as well as other things CAM leaves behind. “Why you gotta poop so much?” Brodan Baker, a sophomore in the construction management department asked CAM as he raked up small pellets during the event preparation. CAM’s greatest quality is his ability to promote school spirit. Bella Peña, a prospective student that met CAM at Choose CSU, said that CAM influenced her decision to attend. “No other school I’ve visited has (brought out their mascot),” Peña said. When students meet CAM, some seemed a bit confused. According to his handlers, one student thought CAM was a dog. But others squeal with delight at the opportunity to give a sheep as sweet as CAM plenty of attention. Both Gorman and Ridings cited making fans happy as the best part of their job as Ram handlers. “I was a lost freshman when I applied,” Gorman said. “I didn’t really have anyone on campus.”

Gorman, who has worked as a handler for two years now, is an integral part of the team as the only driver, meaning he hauls a massive trailer all around town and even to Denver for a handful of events each year. CAM loves his job, according to Gorman. “He gets really excited to run during football games,” Gorman said. Gorman noted that sheep have different hearing frequencies than humans, so canon booms and screaming attendees don’t bother him much. According to Gorman, he’ll even fall asleep during some of the night games. As for why they use a domestic sheep rather than a bighorn sheep, rumor has it that an owner of several bighorn sheep in Rocky Mountain National Park once was rammed by one of her pets from a foot away and it resulted in a full knee replacement, according to Ridings. “(The retired professor) told me that, and he admits to sometimes making up stories,” Ridings said in jest. “But we want to be able to bring him out to meet people, so we stick with the sheep.” The Alumni Association is currently accepting applications for Ram Handlers, with no restrictions on field of study. Applications can be found at alumni.colostate.edu, and are due by April 20. Nate Day can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.

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Sexual consent should not be complicated By Lauren Willson @LaurenKealani

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 article was originally published Feb. 14, 2018 College can be a confusing time. Choosing a major, struggling to achieve work-life balance and discovering your true identity are only a few of the issues we face. But whether it’s Valentine’s Day or an average Tuesday, there is one element of college life that should never be confusing: sexual consent. Sexual consent should be easy—yes or no. But, a lack of federally universal laws muddles the subject. Many people, especially college students, do not fully understand what consent is. In today’s climate, the haziness of consent is an issue that needs to be cleared up as soon as possible. Failure to do so may worsen current rates of sexual violence, which are significantly more prevalent on college campuses, according to a study by the Rape, Abuse & Incest National

Network. Although the U.S. federal government provides broad legal definitions of sexual consent, legislation on these matters varies dramatically between states. Few universities offer guidelines on consent that align with those of other institutions. With no unifying standards, individual schools are left to establish their own policies and definitions of consent. There is promise on the horizon. In California and New York, state-wide affirmative consent laws have been implemented. These are often referred to as, “Yes Means Yes” standards. This legislation stresses the idea that silence, uncertainty or coerced agreement are not equivalent to consent. Only a clear, coherent, voluntary indication of affirmation may be interpreted as a “yes.” This affirmation may be verbal or nonverbal. Affirmative consent is the best option for simplifying sex, both on and off campus. In order to make communication between partners effective and mutually beneficial, all states—and the universities within them—should follow the lead of California and New York.

“Yes Means Yes” guidelines establish a structure for consent that anyone can follow and understand. Yet many universities have not enacted comparable legislation. Colorado State University is one of many schools that does not have affirmative consent policies or standards. Luckily, Colorado is already a

CONSENT Only a clear, coherent, voluntary indication of affirmation may be interpreted as a “yes.” progressive player in the matter of consent for sexual activity. In 2015, CU Boulder students pressed for statewide affirmative consent laws. Although these have not yet been enacted, the state does enforce a comprehensive, clear definition of sexual consent. The definition is based on three criteria: Cooperation in act or attitude, done with one’s free will, and knowledge and understanding of what is taking place. Despite legal definitions and university guidelines, there can still be gray areas when it

comes to sex. CSU’s Women and Gender Advocacy Center provides an excellent resource page on consent and how to navigate some of these issues. For example, when both partners are intoxicated, neither one is considered capable of giving consent. Any sexual activity that ensues can legally be assault. Legally, the person initiating and performing the act becomes responsible for the crime, even if both parties were under the influence. If a partner consents to one thing, like kissing, do not assume they are also consenting to sex. The WGAC recommends frequently checking in with your partner, asking how they are doing, and if they are okay with what is happening. Last but not least, the existence of a previous relationship does not invite sex at a later time. Approaching consent with common sense and mutual respect is the best way to clarify any potential gray areas. Until affirmative consent becomes a universal federal law, it is up to state legislatures and universities to set effective policies. CSU has strong

affirmative consent policies, but a startling number of institutions do not. A study of 513 colleges and universities in the U.S. found that 60 schools have no reference to affirmative consent. Ninety-nine make reference to consent, but do not elaborate on what exactly this means or looks like. Two hundred and seventy-seven institutions have a strong consent policy, yet only 40 of the 513 enforce affirmative consent guidelines like those of California and New York. To reduce the number of sexual assaults both on and off campus, it is imperative that Affirmative Consent become the rule and not the exception. Victims finally have the courage to speak out and the means to receive support, as shown by movements like #MeToo. The logical next step is removing the confusion and miscommunication around sexual consent that leads to assault in the first place. Universities like our own are a good place to start. Lauren Willson can be reached at letters@collegian.com.

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5 things you probably forgot for your dorm and your life By Babin Dinda @Babin39443894

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It is essential to be frugal when packing for the first year of college. The dorm rooms moved into by freshmen are tiny, and there will be two people, if not more, in one small area. This makes it absolutely necessary to pack the right things in the right amount. Since many before you have survived the first year of college there are a few essential tips on making the most out of your newly found freedom and space. 1. Downsize your closet. For all the fashionable folks out there, it is an absolute struggle to avoid bringing all the threads and kicks one owns. Dorm rooms have notoriously small storage spaces. Therefore, it’s wise to utilize this limited space. But you might be thinking, “There might be an occasion when I might wear this particular piece of clothing or a pair of shoe.” This is an urge worth avoiding, but if you can’t, a shoe hanger and more hangers can

help. If going back home on most breaks is an option, try packing according to the season. 2. Colorado weather can change. A lot. In one day. The weather here in Fort Collins changes more frequently than the Apple updates, so having a weatherproof jacket will always come in handy. This tip is especially important for all the students who hail from other states as Colorado residents hopefully have gotten used to our predictable weather. 3. A productive life could start with an organized shower. The organization of a daily routine has a good chance of flowing over to other aspects of life, such as school and work. A shower caddy is an item that has probably made it to the packing list already. This is an item that will prove to be very useful throughout the time period of very close and personal living quarters with roommates. 4. Refine your sleeping space. All dorm rooms are equipped with those firm blue mattresses. Which leads up to my fourth armament to survive dorms- a mattress cover. This is a worthy

investment to make a bed softer and more importantly, hygienic. College sleep schedules can be chaotic, and as much as this may sound like a mattress commercial, this will improve your sleep by a drastic amount. 5. Finesse your grade with good notetaking. The term “study smart, not hard” is equal to “pack smart, not hard.” In college, substituting physical notebooks with MS Word or OneNote is not a bad option. On a daily basis, a student will be fixed to a certain lifestyle that is rather difficult to alter, so think of concise notetaking and organization in one central notebook or planner. Never again shall you have a feeling of having something due, but you’re just not sure what. More information on the organization of dorm space is available on the Housing and Dining Services website. Babin Dinda can be reached at entertainment@collegian. com.

The single and double suite-style rooms inside Summit Hall are relatively spacious, but organization can still be helpful. COLLEGIAN FILE PHOTO