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Repairs and enrollment numbers change campus facilities By Isaiah Dennings @isaiah_dennings
Colorado State University changed initial plans for on-campus housing and dining amid a rise in enrollment and a growing number of students committed to living on campus this upcoming school year. Housing & Dining Services projected in the budgeting phase for the 2021-22 school year that roughly 4,500 students would be committed to the residence halls in the fall, according to Associate Executive Director for HDS Laura Giles. The original plan to counter this lower enrollment was to close the Westfall and Edwards residence halls and have reduced capacity in Allison Hall with half the building open to single-occupancy housing. The Spoons, Soups, Salads & Sandwiches in Allison Hall was also projected to close for the school year, according to Giles. As the COVID-19 pandemic developed and restrictions lifted, HDS saw a gradual spike in projected occupancy to about 6,100 students.
This spike in enrollment created enough housing need to undo many of the decisions that were made initially in the spring. Edwards Hall will now be fully open for the upcoming semester, and Allison Hall will open half of its rooms as doubles and the other half as singles. Westfall Hall will be open for the fall semester to incoming freshmen, but this may change with anticipated vacancies in other buildings. “We will have students not show up on opening day, or within the first couple of weeks of school, (and) say, ‘CSU is not the place for me,’” Giles said. “As much as we try to wrap our arms around them and assist, we know students need to make decisions that are best for themselves.” These vacancies will be used to house the residents of Westfall Hall while construction projects take place, according to Carolyn Bell, director of HDS Facilities. “We plan on replacing all the windows in Westfall — and some other small projects, like student room carpeting, (are) on the list — and (we plan on) updating some lighting and some hallway work as well,” Bell said.
According to Bell, the main focus is the window renovations in Westfall Hall. Due to the pandemic, the supply of materials needed for the project has been scarce, causing the timeline to be pushed back but allowing residents to stay in Westfall Hall while HDS procures the materials. The facilities department is now planning to do window replacement in Westfall Hall during winter break and into the spring semester. Regardless of the age of some of the buildings on campus, they are all considered safe, with Westfall passing several different assessments from an architecture firm and University Environmental Health Services, according to Bell. “There’s no visible sign of structural damage, so even during COVID(-19) and when financial resources were limited, we focused all of our projects on life safety,” Bell said. As for the dining halls, CSU will open all the halls as they were pre-pandemic with the exception of Allison Hall. This means that the allyou-can-eat locations on campus, as well as the on-campus convenience stores in Durrell Center and Ram’s
Horn Dining Center, will be open. RAMwich out of Braiden Hall will also be open, according to Liz Poore, director of residential dining services.
“We are really excited to have students come back and to have a stronger fall than what we did last year.” LAURA GILES ASSOCIATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR HOUSING & DINING SERVICES
“Our plan as of today is that our dining centers will be open for service for students to eat in the dining centers right and not the grab-and-go that we had to do last year,” Poore said.
Even with the spike in enrollment, closing Spoons was the ultimate choice of HDS. The contract for Spoons to have a location in Allison Hall was coming to an end, and Spoons was only open five days per week, meaning it had the least impact on staff losing jobs than any of the other dining centers, according to Poore. “You can still get Spoons with your meal plan; you would just have to go to (the Lory Student Center) to do that,” Poore said. “The space will be used as a possible catering or event center site while Spoons is closed.” Overall, HDS is optimistic about how this year will go for students living on campus. “We are really excited to have students come back and to have a stronger fall than what we did last year,” Giles said. “We did everything that we possibly could in the pandemic to support students, and we’re going to continue to do the same this upcoming fall.” Isaiah Dennings can be reached at news@collegian.com.
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University construction wraps up ahead of fall semester By Isaiah Dennings @isaiah_dennings
Colorado State University’s campus is going to look slightly different this year as construction management personnel have been working all summer to restore the campus to in-person capabilities as well as renovating older, more historic areas. One of the most notable projects that took place this summer was The Oval stormwater project. The Oval had stormwater piping from the 1940s and 1960s, and the facilities team took the summer as an opportunity to replace and expand the piping and install new manholes. Accessibility within The Oval was also improved, according to CSU Project Manager Tony Flores. The Oval’s layout causes rainwater to flow down the slopes and into the center of The Oval. With increased rains and abnormal weather, the drain pipes have not been able to keep up with the rain, leading to flooding according to Flores. The project had the goal of expanding the pipes to reduce
flooding. It began at the end of May and is set to be completed by the second week of August. The pipes under The Oval are now doubled in diameter, from 12 to 24 inches, and can now direct more water into the City piping system that makes water flow downstream by College Avenue, reducing the flooding impacts from big rains. “You see more flooding events or water standing in The Oval on a big rain event; now this will help with that,” Flores said. “It goes from almost the engineering lots to the train tracks.” The Oval project needed to take an innovative approach because the pipes are located deep underground. Flores’ team could have completed the project faster with an open trench method, but this would have killed a lot of the trees that make The Oval so iconic. “We were very protective of those trees and the way we designed this out,” Flores said. To students returning to campus, The Oval will look like it always has, with vibrant green grass and tall trees. The area will be safe for study or play by the time
classes start up again. Alongside renovating the pipes under The Oval, there was a focus on improving Americans with Disabilities Act access by installing accessibility crossings to increase safety for those students. “One of them is over by Ammons (Hall); when you go to music drive, you’ll notice there’s a little island there now for safe passage across for ADA folks,” Flores said. According to Harrison Bridge, project manager at CSU Remodel and Construction Services, the ADA is always an important factor for any project on campus. “All projects go through a code review process to ensure we are meeting ADA requirements as well as creating a welcoming campus for our diverse student population,” Bridge wrote in an email to The Collegian. Equity and ADA access have been improved on campus with projects that incorporate more all-gender restrooms, accessible lifts, ramps and automatic door openers to accompany all the work that has been done on The Oval, according to Bridge. Cyclists on campus will also
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benefit from construction this summer through the incorporation of commuter showers, more bike storage and the repaving and painting of bike lanes, according to Bridge. According to Bridge, the majority of the other projects around campus are taking place in the classrooms to prepare for in-per-
son classes and adjust for more efficient hybrid learning options. “There will be numerous (audio-visual) improvements campuswide for continued hybrid meetings and classes,” Bridge wrote in an email to The Collegian. Isaiah Dennings can be reached at news@collegian.com.
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A timeline of CSU’s COVID-19 policies By Natalie Weiland @natgweiland
Editor’s Note: This article was last updated on Aug. 8. To find the most recent information on CSU’s COVID-19 policies, please visit collegian.com. Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, Colorado State University has frequently updated and amended its public health policies to reflect ever-changing guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. With frequent updates from the Pandemic Preparedness Team, it can be difficult to keep track of the latest policies and procedures, especially over the summer when many students are away from campus. The Collegian has compiled a timeline showing the progression of CSU’s public health guidelines since the end of the spring 2021 semester and into the upcoming school year. March 12: CSU provides the first update on the summer 2021 semester ■ Testing is still required for students living in University housing and Greek life housing and those engaging in on-campus activities ■ Summer classes are still offered in a mix of hybrid, online and in-person ■ Faculty required to seek approval from Pandemic Preparedness Team for face-to-face summer activities March 30: The Pandemic Preparedness Team provides a pre-spring break update ■ Public health guidance, including mask-wearing, remains in place until May 14 regardless of any changes to the statewide mandate ■ COVID-19 screening and symptom reporter use are still required ■ 6-foot distancing requirement still in place ■ CSU not yet officially requiring vaccines for students and staff, but indicates the creation of a platform through which vaccination records can be uploaded April 1: All Colorado adults are vaccine eligible starting April 2 ■ CSU “strongly encourage(s)” students and staff to get vaccinated ■ Larimer County hosts
public vaccine clinics at Moby Arena starting April 5 ■ Vaccines offered at Moby Arena for select “students identified by the Pandemic Preparedness Team” on April 5 and 6 April 28: The CSU system requires vaccinations for students, staff and faculty ■ Both the Fort Collins and Pueblo campuses will require students, staff and faculty to be vaccinated for the fall 2021 semester ■ The requirement is contingent on the Food and Drug Administration’s approval of one or more of the COVID-19 vaccines ■ Exemptions available under federal law will be available to those subject to the requirement May 16: The Pandemic Preparedness Team provides general public health update ■ Mask guidance remains in place through the end of July ■ COVID-19 decisions must be made by taking into account the multiple CSU campuses and the “evolving public health landscape,” so changing University guidelines takes significant time and planning May 25: Update on public health guidance through July 31 ■ Masks are required inside University buildings but not private spaces, such as private offices or resident rooms ■ Masks are not required in outdoor settings ■ Weekly saliva screenings for those who are unvaccinated and use of the symptom reporter for those experiencing symptoms are still required May 27: Students can submit vaccine records through the Health Network ■ Guidelines for submission vary among new, international and returning students ■ CSU continues to strongly encourage vaccination but accepts exemptions July 9: Masks are no longer required on campus ■ Masks are no longer required on University grounds starting July 12 ■ Masks still strongly encouraged for students and faculty who are not fully vaccinated ■ Masks still required on pub-
lic transport and in the Health and Medical Center July 27: Public health update ■ CSU continues to “strongly encourage” vaccination until the FDA approves a COVID-19 vaccine ■ Upon FDA approval, students and staff will be required to submit either proof of vaccination or exemption ■ Unvaccinated individuals may be subject to mask-wearing and other “extra public health precautions” ■ University departments and offices must continue to follow University and Pandemic Preparedness Team guidelines ■ COVID reporter use is still required for anyone who exhibits symptoms of or is exposed to COVID-19 ■ Isolation may still be required for those who test positive or exhibit symptoms Aug. 3: The Pandemic Preparedness Team works to answer questions about the fall 2021 semester ■ The Pandemic Preparedness Team continues to work closely with the Larimer County Health Department to create public health guidelines coherent with the latest information ■ CSU’s COVID-19 website will continue providing policy updates Summary of current guidance for fall 2021 The Pandemic Preparedness Team continues to update and change the COVID-19 guidelines in order to adapt to the latest public health guidance. The latest updates can be found on their website. According to a table created by the Pandemic Preparedness Team: ■ Masks are no longer required on campus — exceptions include public transportation and Health and Medical Center ■ Submission of applications for University activities to the Pandemic Preparedness Team is no longer required ■ 100% capacity allowed for on-campus facilities and classrooms ■ 100% capacity allowed for most in-person events ■ Saliva screening continues through Aug. 30 Natalie Weiland can be reached at news@collegian.com.
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Introducing The Collegian’s new cannabis section By Katrina Leibee, Serena Bettis and Devin Cornelius @CSUCollegian
Dear readers, We are excited to share with you that The Collegian has created a new desk dedicated to cannabis. As we welcome a new staff of editors, writers, photographers and designers, we also are welcoming a new direction and vision for this paper, and that means tapping into content we shied away from in the past.
“We want to act as a source of information on laws, regulations and the culture of the industry.”
First and foremost, we care about crafting content for our primary audience: college students. Following in the footsteps of many other publications, we feel The Collegian is ready to take the step of dedicating coverage to cannabis in Fort Collins and Colorado. Originally, we planned to call this section the marijuana section. However, after learning about the origins of the word marijuana and its racist ideology, we wanted to use a different and more overarching term, landing on the cannabis section instead. We know that cannabis is important to a lot of our readers, and the community holds a long-standing presence in Fort Collins. Our hope is that with this desk, we will be able to share the stories, triumphs and difficulties faced by those in the cannabis community. Further, we want college students to be as informed as possible about the topic, as it is so prevalent in our community and in Colorado. Knowledge is a powerful catalyst for change and can keep consumers safe from legal, financial or health troubles.
We want to act as a source of information on laws, regulations and the culture of the industry while also honing in on what cannabis consumption looks like in Fort Collins and for Colorado State University students. It is our hope that more coverage surrounding the topic will reduce the stigma around it as well. Aligning with that goal, our first story under this section by Cannabis Director Hayden Hawley discusses a study addressing the overuse of cannabis, something that is largely seen in college communities. It is often perceived that people are using cannabis a lot more than they actually are, which lends itself to a culture of overuse. Cannabis remains a federally illegal Schedule I drug, despite numerous states’ successful adoption of recreational and medicinal cannabis. According to a 2020 report by the American Civil Liberties Union, a large racial disparity still exists between Black and white people arrested for cannabis possession in every state. That being said, cannabis is more than just a medical or economic industry; it is
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a social justice issue. Not everyone is eager to see cannabis legalized on a federal level or in their home state. Even though our content may not interest all of our readers, we are glad to connect to that community to open up thoughtful, informed conversations. We are also glad to reach out to a community of readers who may feel cannabis is an underrepresented topic. Further, we are happy to give our writers, editors, photographers and designers the opportunity to engage with this topic in their coverage and expand their capabilities in
reporting and media. We hope this addition is a positive and fun one for everyone involved at The Collegian and for all our readers. If you have tips, coverage ideas, questions, concerns or would like to work for the cannabis desk, please reach out to us at cannabis@collegian.com. Katrina Leibee, editor-in-chief Serena Bettis, content managing editor Devin Cornelius, digital and design managing editor The editorial board can be reached at editor@collegian.com.
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By Hayden Hawley @hateonhawley
The world of cannabis can be a little intimidating for anyone hoping to start their time as a casual user. What is CBD, and why can I buy it at the gas station? What is “flower,” and is it legally distinct from weed? That’s why I got in touch with Rob Mejia, a cannabis professor at Stockton University in New Jersey and author of “The Essential Cannabis Book: A Field Guide for the Curious.” Mejia shared some tips with me for anyone coming from a cannabis prohibition state who might like a little guidance in starting their journey. 1. Do you have reservations about trying THC? Give CBD a try first. For the uninitiated, THC — tetrahydrocannabinol — is the compound in cannabis responsible for creating the feeling of a high in your brain, while CBD — cannabidiol — has recently gained popularity as a way of combating inflammation and stress. CBD produces no high. “Maybe after dinner, if you have a little homework or want to watch a little TV, or are having trouble going to sleep, maybe (you) want to try a little CBD,” Mejia said. “And then from there, because of all the options in Colorado, maybe try something that
is part CBD and part THC.” This is an excellent tip for anyone hoping to experiment with the way cannabis makes them feel without the risk of experiencing anxiety or other potential THC side effects. With so many options, you can find the product that matches your comfort level. Many dispensaries sell joints or vape cartridges that advertise an extremely high ratio of CBD to THC. For a new user, the higher the CBD ratio, the better. 2. Start low, go slow. This is the most famous cannabis beginner tip of all, and you may have already heard this advice or some variation of it. Still, it bears repeating. Whether you’re using CBD-dominant products or regular flower, it’s best to take just one puff and wait 10 minutes before consuming more. This is where vape cartridges become a useful tool, as you can slowly and precisely control the amount of cannabis you consume. “Vaping pretty much affects you almost the same way as smoking,” Mejia said. “It hits the lungs quickly; it will affect you pretty quickly and will last a little bit less than regular smoke but (will last) about an hour.” 3. On edibles: Be patient. Edibles can be another great way to control consumption, but the previous tip applies twofold
here. If you can find edibles that are accurately dosed out in a dispensary, newcomers should start with just 2.5 milligrams of THC and then do nothing. “Once you take that dose, I recommend you don’t drink alcohol, smoke or take cannabis in any other form, and see how it affects your body,” Mejia said. “It will affect you within 30 minutes up to two hours, and when it hits, it hits.” The biggest thing to avoid here is a classic folly that you no doubt have heard of before: The doubledose blunder. Please do not take some edibles, feel nothing and then take more edibles. The waiting period between taking the edibles and feeling them can be excruciating, especially if you’re not even sure they’re going to work. This is why taking a single puff from a pen, joint or bowl is typically a smarter move for beginners. 4. What if I get too high? Don’t panic. Becoming uncomfortably high can be a difficult experience that puts many people off of cannabis entirely. You might not be thinking about this article in that situation, but if you manage to, there are a few things you can do to help yourself. “First of all, hopefully you’re around someone who has some experience with cannabis who can reassure you,” Mejia said. “You’re
not gonna die.” He added that drinking water or taking a walk can be excellent ways to turn the experience around. However, if none of that stuff works and you just want to pull the rip cord, you can use the magic of chemistry to escape the situation. Peppercorns — plain black uncrushed pepper — contain terpene caryophyllene, which mitigates the effects of THC in the human body. Simply chew them or sniff pepper and feel the anxiety leave your body. Is it a placebo? Don’t think about that — you’re too high. Of course, if you have any of those high-CBD products we talked about earlier, that can do the trick as well. 5. Maybe don’t do it at all. Though cannabis can be a lot of fun for a lot of people, you might need to seriously ask yourself whether or not giving it a shot is the right choice for you. It’s an uncomfortable truth from which many THC acolytes shy away, but people with underlying anxiety, psychosis or a family history of any mental illness are more likely to be negatively triggered by cannabis products, especially edibles or any form of THC concentrate. “If you’ve ever tried cannabis in the past, and you found that you got paranoid or were very anxious about it, that’s a sign that you might want to stay away from high-THC products,” Mejia said.
“I would say that anybody new, don’t mess with concentrates. Wait until much later, or maybe never do it.” 6. Be cognizant of your consumption. If you find you like cannabis, great! The key thing to remember here is that cannabis is best used as a tool for relaxing or connecting with other people. Overuse is a problem that some face. “If you notice that you’re using, and you start to use more often, that could be the start of a warning sign, or you could also just be fine,” Mejia said. “The withdrawal symptoms are more like coffee, and the ‘addictive level’ of cannabis is that of coffee as well.” Mejia recommended taking personal stock once in a while. Ask yourself if you’re spending more time and energy attempting to acquire cannabis or spending too much of the day high. If so, try to inject some more rewarding activities into your life. This is often easier said than done, but Colorado State University offers mental health resources that students can take advantage of if need be. “Let it be part of your whole wellness,“ Mejia said. “Let it make you a healthier, more engaged person versus a more removed person.” Hayden Hawley can be reached at cannabis@collegian.com.
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CSU Pueblo offers cannabis biology and chemistry degree By Hayden Hawley @hateonhawley
As the cannabis industry explodes into a vital part of the American economy, more schools are attempting to train students to function in this exciting new world. Colorado State University Pueblo has become one of the first universities in the country to offer an undergraduate degree in cannabis science. Students can work to achieve a four-year degree in cannabis biology and chemistry, and according to David W. Lehmpuhl, Ph.D., interim dean of the College of STEM at CSU Pueblo, the development couldn’t have come soon enough. “Scientists who have been working with the cannabis
plant have been really limited in what they can study and how they can study because it has been classified as a Schedule I substance,” Lehmpuhl said. “We saw the advent of all of the research coming around that really showed a big gap in the research.”
“We’re really focused on the science behind it to know how to do research on it. ... It is a rigorous science degree.” DAVID W. LEHMPUHL PH.D., INTERIM DEAN OF THE COLLEGE OF STEM AT CSU PUEBLO
The cannabis biology and chemistry program opened its doors in fall 2020. Through its emphasis areas of analytical and natural products sciences, students can become informed and capable scientists working with the cannabis plant. “There’s a lot of education going on still as to what the degree really is,” Lehmpuhl said. “If you want to learn how to grow cannabis, that’s probably not really what this program is focused on. We’re really focused on the science behind it to know how to do research on it. ... It is a rigorous science degree.” Like many science degrees, despite having an emphasis in this particular field, the program seeks to graduate well-rounded scientists who will feel comfortable in a laboratory setting, and some feel this is lacking in today’s industry. Because the program is part
of a publicly funded university, the cannabis that students work with, much like at CSU Fort Collins, is actually hemp. It is legally required to have a THC content of under 0.3%. Lehmpuhl and his colleagues believe that this could change some time in the future due to the rate at which cannabis acceptance is growing. “We’ve got a room set aside on campus already that’s outfitted with the necessary requirements even for a Schedule I license,” Lehmpuhl said. “If we’ve got researchers who are interested in pursuing that, we have the facilities to be able to apply for the Schedule I license.” Located in Pueblo, the University is steeped in the center of a huge cannabis growing community. “In a lot of the early articles that came out, we were the Silicon Valley of cannabis for quite a while,” Lehmpuhl said. “A lot
of people in the industry and the leaders in Pueblo County embraced it. As a result, we got inquiries fairly early on, which allowed us to go ahead and take this step toward getting the degree.” While the cannabis biology and chemistry degree shows a lot of promise, it is still so young that it has yet to graduate a class. Some students will soon be moving to upper-division courses, but they are currently developing the program as they teach it. “We knew that the degree itself, being as challenging as it is, it would be a couple of years before we would have students up to the level of wanting to take the cannabis physiology and growth class,” Lehmpuhl said. “We are building the plane as we’re flying it. … I think it will work out.” Hayden Hawley can be reached at cannabis@collegian.com.
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Why you should talk to everyone tabling on The Plaza By Dylan Tusinski @unwashedtiedye
Editor’s Note: This is a satire piece from The Collegian’s opinion section. Real names and the events surrounding them may be used in fictitious/ semi-fictitious ways. Those who do not read the editor’s notes are subject to being offended. Every fall, the Colorado State University campus undergoes a familiar annual routine. The freshmen fill the dorms, the Clark Building becomes even more dilapidated and, most importantly, tabling returns to The Plaza. Each year, as students return to campus, the brick-laden sidewalk outside the Lory Student Center fills with table enthusiasts, eager to hand you a flyer, persuade your political beliefs, convert you to a new religion or simply promote their student organization. To new stu-
dents, hearing the barrage of electronic dance music from fraternity tables juxtaposed with the sounds of a 54-year-old Christian preacher may seem strange and annoying, but take it from me: Engaging with each and every person on The Plaza is truly an enlightening experience.
“Underneath all the loud rhetoric is a simple truth: These people just want to hear and be heard.” Newcomers to campus will likely notice first the religious tables and
speakers. They’re hard to miss, since they’re usually waving provocative signs, carrying giant crosses or laying out blankets and meditating. While the preachers can often seem abrasive, offensive or simply unapproachable, I promise that sitting down and discussing your religious beliefs with them is always a positive, respectful and calm discussion. The preachers may be shouting about the afterlife, scolding students for being gay or yelling about how abortion should be a crime, but underneath all the loud rhetoric is a simple truth: These people just want to hear and be heard. If you pause for a second on your walk to class and sit down for a brief discussion with any preacher on campus, you’ll find that they’ll drop that outer wall of extremist rhetoric and engage in a calm, civil discussion about their beliefs more often than not. Give it a shot!
Besides the self-proclaimed prophets, though, you’ll find the second-most fiery group of people on The Plaza are the political activists. Whether it be conservatives peddling Among Us stickers or leftists touting their support from Danny DeVito, political discourse on CSU’s campus is always calm, collected and understanding. Since CSU’s political science program is one of the most well-respected in the country, it only makes sense that the marketplace of ideas is alive and well on campus. If you’re walking down The Plaza and see one of Turning Point USA’s famous “free speech walls,” be sure to leave a note supporting your own beliefs. What’s the worst that could happen? The religious folks and political organizers are far from the only people to organize on The Plaza though. Almost any day of the week, you’ll find fraternities, envi-
ronmental groups, Associated Students of Colorado State University candidates, Fort Collins government officials and local businesses splattering the brick sidewalk with chalk, handing out hundreds of flyers and blasting music at window-shattering volumes. Simply put, there’s an incredibly diverse collection of organizations that table on The Plaza, each one unique in their reason for being there. I encourage each and every CSU student to pause and read their messages in chalk on the sidewalk, grab one of their flyers, engage in a healthy dialogue and maybe even go to one of their organizations’ meetings. After all, that’s what these people are here for — civilized, orderly and friendly discourse with college students. Dylan Tusinski can be reached at letters@collegian.com.
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As COVID-19 restrictions eased up, The Collegian photo desk had the opportunity to photograph stadium events, music shows and other activities around Fort Collins, Colorado. This gallery features the best moments documented by our talented photographers over the summer of 2021.
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A movie-enthusiast’s guide to Fort Collins By JD Meltzner @jd_meltzner
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. Fort Collins has quite the reputation for being a nature adventurist’s paradise with its surplus of bike paths, hiking trails, fishing spots and parks. But the amenities of Fort Collins go far beyond a great day at Horsetooth Reservoir, extending into a hidden hotbed of cultural entertainment, including some truly unique experiences for movie lovers. The Lyric, Fort Collins’ own independent theater, is a must-visit for the unmatched movie-going experience it provides. Located on College Avenue just a few miles north of campus, The Lyric provides its patrons with an “experience (that) doesn’t start at the trailers and end with the credits,” as stated in their manifesto. They support this principle by including both indoor and outdoor screening areas, an in-house bar that features a slew of local beers and live shows from both musicians and performance artists.
“The experience of seeing a movie on a giant projector screen outdoors is already one-of-akind, but nothing compares to the beautiful backdrop of Horsetooth Mountain just west of the (Holiday Twin Drive-In Theatre).” I believe that the environment and decor of the theater are really what sets it apart from any other cinema I’ve visited before. An eclectic collection of art and film memorabilia fills its lobby, creating an exciting atmosphere of creativity and artistry. There’s nothing quite like walking under arches covered in string lights or sprawling metal ceiling sculptures as you enter the theater. Their manifesto also states, “While a cinema at heart, we’ve moved beyond the constraints of the word’s definition.” They have
multiple daily showings featuring a wide range of movies mainly centered around new independent films, but they also feature distinctive film-centric events on a weekly basis which, to me, is what backs up their claim of moving beyond a cinema. One such event is the recurring Experimental Pints & Pictures, where you can enjoy “a mind-bending evening of experimental film, installation and performance art and even live music” on select evenings throughout the year. Another upcoming event is the LuneASeas Silent Film Festival on Aug. 27, which features “over 15 short films from professional dancers, musicians, circus performers (and) independent filmmakers from Northern Colorado and across the country.” On the other hand, if you’re looking for a more casual movie-going experience that still has a unique touch, look no further than the Holiday Twin Drive-In Theatre, located near the intersection of Overland Trail and Drake Road. The Holiday Twin is an old-school drive-in theater with two screens that show all of the blockbuster fare featured at the chain theaters, so there’s always something screening for everyone. The experience of seeing a movie on a giant projector screen outdoors is already one-of-akind, but nothing compares to the beautiful backdrop of Horsetooth Mountain just west of the drivein. It also has a snack bar with all the classic favorites in addition to a grill that fires up every weekend to serve mid-movie dinner to viewers. I personally enjoy unique theaters like the Holiday Twin and The Lyric because of how they enhance the movie-going experience beyond just watching a film surrounded by others. These theaters go above and beyond to create a heightened level of excitement and engagement around the movies they screen to not only better showcase the filmmakers’ work, but also make the act of simply going to the movies into an event. The Fort Collins film scene isn’t limited to experimental theaters or scenic drive-ins. This year it is hosting the third annual Horsetooth International Film Festival, an event that runs from Sept. 8-12 and features live music and art installations along with its slate of competing films. Its creators tout it as “a festival by filmmakers, for filmmakers” and say it was “designed to unite filmmaking and other creative communities to celebrate the art of storytelling and provide a platform for this art.” Its events include everything from concerts to “Mix & Mingles” to workshops, even featuring two after-parties that encourage
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inclusivity and collaboration at the five-day extravaganza. This level of personal engagement with the films and their creators is what really sets apart the HIFF from other film festivals, giving it a uniquely personal touch that is lost in many larger, more publicized festivals. The festival is a great example of the artistic and creative community that is rapidly growing in Northern Colorado and is a great way to both support this community and become involved with it. There are many different communities in the Fort Collins area, but I believe the film community is one that truly stands out as unique in its striving towards creating an original experience for its patrons, while also maintaining the personable and engaging “small-town” feel that sets it apart in the first place. To me, HIFF, The Holiday Twin and The Lyric are essential for any incoming residents who are looking to engage with that community or are simply looking for a fun, entertaining experience that can only be found right here in Fort Collins. JD Meltzner can be reached at letters@collegian.com.
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College is not an excuse for alcoholism By Cat Blouch
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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. In many ways, drinking is synonymous with the college experience. At Colorado State University, undergraduate students under the age of 21 are required to complete an online alcohol education course. According to the CSU information page, “Even if students don’t drink, they may still be impacted by alcohol use in the college environment.” CSU isn’t shy about the fact that alcohol will most likely play a role for every student. A 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health studying full-time college students ages 18-22 found that 52.5% of students drank alcohol in the month prior to taking the survey and 33% binge drank. In other words: If you aren’t drinking, you know someone who is. Drinking and party culture is written into the social narrative
around college — it’s worked into our media, from movies to TV shows to social platforms. When I first came to campus in 2018, I was prepared to be thrust into the college “party culture” of casual drinking and questionable decisions. I wasn’t prepared for the normalization of binge drinking and straight up alcoholism from many of my peers.
“College creates the perfect environment for someone to abuse alcohol.” It was my first year when I heard the phrase “it’s not alcoholism until you graduate,” and as I head into my senior year, it’s a phrase I’ve heard tossed around a few times now. It’s easy to take these words and run with them; to make the problem into a joke in which the lightheartedness of the situation is only supported by the aloofness of your peers who are also casually abusing alcohol. According to a survey by the
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, about two out of five college students reported binge drinking at least once in the two weeks prior to the survey. When binge drinking is casually written off as part of the college experience, it’s easy to ignore the real problems heavy drinking often comes with. A survey of 17,592 college students at 140 schools revealed not only that binge drinking is widespread on college campuses but that there are clear correlations between frequent binge drinking and negative impacts on both the individual and those around them. Nearly half of the surveyed binge drinkers reported five or more individual, drinking-related problems, including reckless behaviors. The survey exemplified how excessive alcohol consumption is a community issue — one that is perpetuated by the idea that college is an excuse to get violently drunk. The problem becomes even more disturbing when we look at the death rate. The NIAAA states that about 95,000 people die from alcohol-related reasons every year. It is the third-leading preventable cause of death in the U.S. College creates the perfect environment for someone to abuse alcohol. In an article published by Alcohol Rehab Guide, some of the most common reasons for alcohol
abuse are qualities well-represented in college. One reason mentioned was social factors: As people enter a new environment, they may feel the pressure to fit in, and drinking socially can be a way to fulfill this. It’s the perfect mix. Psychological factors such as anxiety and depression are also leading factors for alcoholism, and college students are no strangers to such ailments. A survey published by The Association for University and College Counseling Center found that anxiety is the top concern among college students, with an average of 41.6% of students reporting feelings of anxiety. Depression closely follows in the level of concern, with 36.4% of surveyed students reporting feelings of depression. So while college may present the perfect opportunity for someone to fall into a problematic relationship with alcohol, this is the very reason why we must not normalize this behavior. Alcoholism is alcoholism — at any stage of life or for any reason. Making jokes about the disease of addiction perpetuates the problem for the individual, and it helps create a toxic culture where these problems go unnoticed, as they are mistaken for normal behavior. You may just be coming into college and questioning the relationship you want to have with
alcohol. Making the right decisions comes first with having the right resources. Here are some ground rules to follow. Heavy drinking “for women (is considered) having more than three drinks a day or seven a week. For men, it’s four or more per day or 14 a week,” according to WebMD. Know when to stop. Knowing when to walk away and call it a night is crucial. You should know your blood alcohol content, which takes your height, weight, number of drinks and hours passed into consideration. Know what a drink is defined as. A standard drink, as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is usually equivalent to 0.6 ounces of pure alcohol. This amount is generally found in a 12 ounce can of beer with 5% alcohol content, 8 ounces of malt liquor with 7% alcohol content and 5 ounces of wine with 12% alcohol content. If you decide to drink, there is no shame. There is a fine line between a safe night of drinking and a messy night. Just pay attention to what you’re drinking, how much you’re drinking and how much time has passed. If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol dependence, you can find help at the hotline at 1-800-662-HELP. Cat Blouch can be reached at letters@collegian.com.
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Tips for navigating dating post-pandemic By Nathaniel McKissick @NateMcKissick
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. When COVID-19 entered the United States early last year, no one could foresee the tumultuous year that would follow. The virus disrupted school curriculums, workplace norms and family dynamics, all while leaving a trail of pestilence in its wake. If you weren’t in a relationship entering the COVID-19 pandemic, chances are you likely didn’t have a pandemic partner to weather the storm with. The contagious nature of the virus left people hesitant to physically date, often opting for a less personal FaceTime date instead. But now, nearly a year and a half later, students are returning to campus, freshmen are preparing to move into the dorms and eligible bachelors and bachelorettes are vaccinated and eager to return to the scene of traditional dating. Where exactly do you start, though, in your leap back into dating? I’ve compiled everything you need to
know in your journey back into college dating after a long year of screen time. Regardless of whether you’re looking for casual sex or a long-term relationship, your best bet will be to utilize a dating app. Online dating has become the matchmaker of the future in recent years, and this trend was only exacerbated by the pandemic. According to a 2019 study by the University of New Mexico and Stanford University, 39% of heterosexual couples and 65% of homosexual couples met online in 2017. Tinder, which saw a 42% increase in matches last year than in 2019, is arguably the most popular dating app. The app provides opportunities for both serious dating and casual sex. Bumble is considered more serious than Tinder and requires women to make the first move. Hinge, the app that markets itself as “designed to be deleted,” connects users based on the compatibility of their profiles. Meanwhile, Grindr is more hookup-oriented than Tinder, Hinge and Bumble. The app is designed for members of the LGBTQ+ community, but if you’re heterosexual, Tinder has options for hookups too.
What if you don’t want to use a dating app, though? Due to the uniquely intimate nature of dormitory housing — especially coed halls — freshmen might expect to find a partner in their dormitory.
“There’s no point in wasting time if you’re not compatible — sexually or otherwise.” During my time as a freshman in the dormitories, I saw things go sideways after a fling or talking stage went awry. If you’re going to be intimate with someone in your building, I would recommend at the very least doing it with someone outside of your hall to avoid a tense living situation. Alternatively, if you’re old
enough to get in, you could try the bars — just be mindful of who you go home with while you’re drunk. Nevertheless, regardless of if you’re looking for a long-term commitment or a friends-with-benefits situation, what matters most is being transparent and honest with potential partners. Be vocal about your expectations and your preferences both inside and outside of the bedroom. There’s no point in wasting time if you’re not compatible — sexually or otherwise. And if you’re going to have casual sex, use protection and get tested often. “People should be tested after each new partner,” said Dr. Cherie Worford, the clinical supervisor for the Women’s and Gender Care Clinic with the Colorado State University Health Network. “If they have new partners frequently, then every three months is a good compromise. ... Most people are asymptomatic, so regular testing is recommended.” Worford also advises all students to receive the vaccine for HPV, the most common sexually transmitted infection in the U.S. The vaccine is available on the second floor of the CSU Health and Medical Center in the immunizations department. If casual sex isn’t your scene, Fort Collins has a plethora of scenic
and enjoyable date venues to take your romantic partner to as well. For some old-timey fun straight out of the 1950s, check out the Holiday Twin Drive-In Theatre on Overland Trail. Northern Colorado is also known for its breweries, so if you and your date are both of age and have an affinity for drinking beer, there’s Odell Brewing Company, Prost Brewing Co. and Fort Collins’ celebrity, New Belgium Brewing Company. When it comes to the great outdoors, what would Fort Collins be without Horsetooth Reservoir? The reservoir itself is only open until dusk, but Horsetooth Mountain Open Space is open 24 hours a day and makes for a great stargazing date. For those lacking adequate means of transportation, try to take your partner someplace close to campus. A leisurely evening stroll through The Oval can set the mood for the night, and there’s a score of restaurants and cafes within walking distance of campus: Alleycat Coffee House, Cheba Hut Toasted Subs and Thai Station, to name a few. Welcome back, Rams. Get vaccinated and enjoy your journey back into “normal” dating. Nathaniel McKissick can be reached at letters@collegian.com.
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Athletic activities for new and returning Colorado State students to try By Tyler Meguire @TMeguire
Every year, a new group of students walks the Colorado State University campus. The new Rams come to CSU leaving behind competitive sports aspirations to focus on other things. And, of course, some students are looking to get more involved in various activities. CSU has much to offer when it comes to recreational, intramural and club sports. Here is a guide of many of the activities Rams — new and returning — can take part in. Recreational sports Recreational sports are great for those students who are more interested in going to the park by themselves or in groups. CSU has two large fields that provide room for many activities. The great campus also has a lot of grassy areas that can be used for any activity. Here is a list of prominent recreational sports often seen around campus: spikeball, frisbee, baseball and softball, volleyball, soccer and football. Directly outside of the CSU Student Recreation Center are sand volleyball and basketball courts. CSU has also provided an outside rink for roller hockey, soccer, rollerblading, skateboarding and lacrosse. Space for any recreational activity is not hard to find on
campus, and the Rec Center allows students to rent equipment and gear at one’s convenience. Rams can also take advantage of the volleyball, basketball and even racquetball courts. If you are a new student looking for some casual activity to get your heart pumping, CSU recreation has an abundance of resources to do so. Intramural sports Intramural sports provide a solid mix of fun and competitiveness. Students taking part in IM sports are in for a slight boost of activity from recreational sports, but not as demanding as a club sport. The leagues are divided into four groups: open, coed, men’s and women’s. The open and men’s IM leagues do not have any gender restrictions for rosters and lineups while coed leagues require a certain number of men- and women-identified persons. The women’s league is strictly womenidentified persons. Some of the IM sports starting up in the fall — Aug. 20 — feature futsal, sand volleyball, spikeball, 4v4 indoor volleyball, flag football, golf, bags and many more for anyone to join. Other IM leagues include 3v3 and 5v5 basketball, bowling, dodgeball, badminton, softball and whiffle ball. Check out the full list here. To participate in IM sports, students must obtain an IM membership for $10 by registering online.
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Whatever activity a student is looking for, CSU will have it. Recreation, IM and club sports are all great ways for students to get to meet new people and get their competitive fix while having fun. Tyler Meguire can be reached at sports@collegian.com.
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Students of Colorado State University and Fort Collins locals alike have reason to rejoice as the final weeks of summer break dwindle and days to the commencement of the 2021 fall semester become increasingly numbered. What am I talking about? Well, it seems as though, after over a year of CSU athletic events being closed to the public and students, fans will be making a return to Canvas Stadium and Moby Arena. With Colorado State making the decision to return to in-person classes, students will also be excited to know that University Athletics is planning on returning to business as usual and allowing spectators at all events.
“It’s enough to bring a tear to the eye of even the most stalwart of CSU fans.” I can see it now. The sounds of freshly indoctrinated freshmen trying to remember the words to the Fight Song as herds of semi-sober upperclassmen belt out their cheers and abrasive chants to the team on the field on a Saturday night at Canvas Stadium. The lights of Moby Arena flashing as Cam the Ram waves his emerald and gold banner to stew up some Moby Madness before a tip-off or first set in front of a whiteout crowd. It’s enough to bring a tear to the eye of even the most stalwart of CSU fans. That being said, it’s been a while, and there’s a lot of things to know that some first-year and even second-year students may find helpful when contemplating how to be there on the big nights to support the knights of green and gold, especially as the big games for CSU come hard and fast as the semester starts. After missing all the action last year, it’s important that we make up for lost time and take advantage of every opportunity we can as students to build the game day atmosphere and make sure our teams are supported. That’s why I’ve taken it upon myself to make sure everyone knows when, where and how to be there on game day this coming season. Before you can attend the game, you’re going to need to get a ticket. If you’re a CSU student, you have the ability to go to any regular season home CSU game for free.
However, you have to know how to get access to your student ticket. First, go to the student ticket page. Students who have never accessed their tickets before will need to activate their accounts on the student ticket website page. If you’ve done this before, you can just log in on the same website. All students are entitled to one free ticket, but if you have a friend who goes to a different college or high school, you may claim a guest ticket if that friend can show proof of ID at said institution. Now you know, so there’s no excuse not to go. Now that you know about how to get into the game, here’s a list of the events that are must-attend experiences for new and existing students eager to support CSU. Aug. 27 - Mark your calendars to be at Moby Arena at 7 p.m. to witness the volleyball team’s home opener against the University of South Dakota. This will be many students’ first opportunity to witness Moby Madness firsthand, and you can contribute to that by making sure you’re dressed appropriately. Every year, the volleyball home opener has been a whiteout, so wear as much white as you can to create an electric atmosphere for our lady Rams. Sept. 3 - This is the moment a lot of people have been waiting for, as Sept. 3 marks the seasonopening game for CSU football against South Dakota State University. Kickoff is at 7 p.m., and nobody is going to want to miss this opportunity to experience some Friday night lights at Canvas Stadium. The atmosphere is going to be unmatched, considering this is another themed event. Students are going to want to wear all the green they have to showcase their spirit for this year’s green-out football game, therefore do your part to create a sea of forest green in the student section this day. Sept. 11 - What’s better than having your first game of the season played at home? Try having your first two games of the season taking place on home turf. Saturday, Sept. 11, will be a must-attend event as the CSU football team takes on the Southeastern Conference as Vanderbilt University comes to Fort Collins. This time, students will need to come decked out in orange from head to toe because this is the orangeout game. These are obviously not the only games going on, but they’re great fixtures for any new or existing student to get a feel for their teams, their fellow students and the great venues we get to call home. Now that you know how to get your student tickets for free, there’s really no excuse to not show up to any of these games. Fans are back — let’s go, Rams! Bailey Shepherd can be reached at sports@collegian.com.
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Necessities for making your dorm your new home By Maddy Erskine @maddyerskine_
Moving into the dorms can be overwhelming, especially for the many incoming first-year students who have never lived on their own before. For the first time, you have your own place to decorate, keep clean and make home. Lucky for you, the dorms aren’t as scary as they may seem. Here are some tips on how to make your dorm comfortable, livable and aesthetically pleasing. First, let’s get the rules out of the way. For fire safety purposes, door decorations need to be minimized. Since doors act as barriers during fires, and posters and pictures are combustible, save your posters for your wall instead. Additionally, cloth wall hangings cannot cover more than 20% of the room and need to be treated with fire retardant. Ceiling attachments are also not allowed. Now, let’s cover some of the necessities you will need in the dorm. Surge-protected power strip There are a limited number of outlets in your dorm room, and since you are likely sharing them with a roommate, you will absolutely need a power strip. Only surge-protected power strips are allowed in the
dorms. The surge protector directs voltage away from outlets in the case of a surge and prevents your electronics from burning out. Using command strips, you can attach power strips to your wall, dresser, desk or bed frame if needed. Lighting The ceiling lights in the dorms can be overwhelming and bright, so you are going to want to invest in another, less intimidating light source for your dorm. If you choose to bring or purchase a lamp, keep in mind that halogen bulbs are not allowed in the dorms. Laundry basket I suggest getting a foldable laundry basket. It makes it much easier to carry it when it’s empty and also easy to store and pack in the future. Do not leave your laundry basket unattended, even if it’s empty. The best advice I can give is to do your laundry in the middle of the night. Oftentimes during the day, especially on weekends, the laundry room is busy and chaotic. People lose all morals when they enter the laundry room, and they will move your clothes out of the washer or dryer the absolute second the timer is out, if not a few minutes before.
Shower caddy Whether you share a bathroom with your roommate or the whole hall, you will want to invest in a shower caddy. It is a super easy way to keep your shower supplies together and prevent your roommates from “borrowing” your unnecessarily expensive face wash. If you’re in a suite-style dorm, this also makes it easy to avoid Colorado State University Environmental Services skipping your bathroom on cleaning day because you forgot something in the shower. You will also want to invest in a pair of foam flip flops or sandals, especially if you are using a community shower. Mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker The holy trinity of making food in your dorm. Mini fridges are pricey, but you will want to be able to save and reheat your leftovers. You can occasionally find cheaper mini fridges at local thrift stores or on Facebook Marketplace if you’re on a budget. There is a community kitchen where you can make food, but if you’re lazy and antisocial like me, a microwave in your room is your best friend. Luckily, the dining halls do have coffee. However, using a meal swipe to get a cup of coffee is never ideal, so if you are addicted to caffeine, I suggest investing in your
own coffee making device such as a Keurig or French press. Command strips These will be your best friends for hanging up anything in the dorms. Thumbtacks will damage the wall, and you’ll risk being fined. Once you feel like you’ve got the necessities down, you still want to make your dorm feel like home. While it’s tempting to hang up a giant beer flag and call it good, I suggest you take the time to make your dorm cozy. Frame decoration Framing pictures and posters is one of the most underrated and easiest ways to spice up your room. All it takes is a few frames for your room to go from an unorganized mess to your own personal art museum. My suggestion is to go to one of our many thrift stores in town and find unique frames there. Make sure the back of the frames are flat and that they aren’t too heavy so that they can be hung up with command strips. Fake plants Live plants can be a bit difficult to keep in the dorms. Not only do you have limited sunlight and window space, but I promise your
roommate will never remember to water it, and you will bear the responsibility of trying to revive the sad, dying cacti your resident assistant gave you. Fake plants, however, require no sunlight, water or responsibility. One option is to buy flower vases to fill for an elegant addition to your room. Another option is to hang fake vines on the wall, creating your own personal jungle. My favorite way to decorate with fake flowers, though, is with wall baskets and reefs. CD wall There are two ways to approach the CD wall. One way is to take the CDs out of the cases and stick them to the wall so that they reflect light. This is especially cool if you have color-changing LED lights. The other way to do this is to find CDs with cover art you enjoy or of artists that you like and use command strips to attach the cases to the wall. The easiest way to get free CDs is visiting Rocky Mountain Student Media’s very own radio station, KCSU. KCSU is located in the basement of the Lory Student Center and regularly has a box of free CDs set out. This is a good way to learn about local music while decorating on a budget. Maddy Erskine can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.
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It’s move-in season, Colorado State University, and while I’m stubbornly unwilling to relive my first year for this food feud and partake in the monotonous manufactured food that is the dining hall experience, I did revisit the Lory Student Center food court so incoming freshmen can head in with expectations. Naturally, it would take too long to review every place in there, so I took to the most popular choices: Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, Subway and Spoons, Soups, Salads & Sandwiches. The Freddy’s in the LSC is not open until the fall semester begins, but I went to the nearest location, as my prior experiences with both didn’t indicate a difference in taste or quality, and Freddy’s is so popular among students. Freddy’s The LSC Freddy’s location opened officially in early 2020, replacing the Carl’s Jr., and it was a rapid hit. I got a Freddy’s original double steakburger with cheese along with fries and a vanilla shake. I should preface this by saying that I think, perhaps controversially, that steakburgers are overrated, and if I’m going to get a burger, I’d rather get an actual beef patty burger. Each time I’ve given this iconic burger a chance, I find the steak core too thin and too crunchy. And while all the cheese you get at fast food places seems artificial, some places are better at masking the bland, plastic-like taste better
than others — Freddy’s is not one of them. The fries also feel disappointingly thin. There is one thing I can speak to with every Freddy’s I’ve been to, including the LSC location: The products mostly taste fresh and of good quality. My obvious preference aside, for fast food, this is good food. On top of that, I’ve always received extremely quick service at the LSC Freddy’s. Subway Being a creature of habit when it comes to sandwiches, I got my usual spicy Italian, which contains salami and pepperoni, on Italian herb and cheese bread, adding provolone cheese, jalapeños and other vegetables. I paired it with jalapeño chips and lemonade. All things considered, after trying a lot of places that use food ranging from frozen to fresh, Subway’s ingredients genuinely taste fresh and flavorful — as much as can be with basic ingredients, that is. Subway gets a lot of hate, and I’ve never understood it. Sure, it’s not my go-to, as I prefer small businesses and other fast food for quick grub, but I think it provides one of the healthier meals you can get at the Lory Student Center; you can cover all of your food bases, including vegetables, for about $10. On top of that, you’re the one constructing your own sandwich, so I feel like it’s hard to blame a sandwich-forward restaurant for being particularly bad when, in reality, they just provide the ingredients and make the item for you. One downside to this location is that service quality varies, which I don’t believe is any individual person’s fault. They always
seem low on stock on one ingredient, and wait times to be served tend to be long, even when it’s not a busy day. Spoons I can definitively say that Spoons has never let me down — not in the LSC, not at any of the other four Fort Collins locations. I think this is the most balanced meal you can get on campus other than those at the allyou-can-eat dining halls. Most meals contain a soup and a salad or a sandwich, also including a side of Spoons’ ever-famous and incredible focaccia bread. Each element is filling and satisfying on its own — let alone the entire meal you can get for about $10 — and works well for leftovers if you want to take it back home. Soup types change at each location and switch out every once in a while, and the salad and sandwich options are varied. And if you’re not a stickler about eating hot foods when it’s hot out, this soup is still going to be fulfilling for the sweltering back-toschool weeks. I literally have nothing bad to say about this stellar soup and bread supplier. The worst thing I can think of is that some of the soups are disappointing, but that also comes down to personal preference — which is mostly all these reviews are, but let’s pretend that’s not the case for a second. So the obvious winner of this (partial) LSC food feud is Spoons, and if you haven’t been, make this your first stop if you’re going to snag some central-campus sustenance. Renee Ziel can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.
As classes come back in person, the University Center for the Arts continues to provide opportunities for anyone, on campus or off, to enjoy a variety of artworks. The UCA, located just across College Avenue from The Oval and Colorado State University’s Health and Medical Center, is one of the few locations on campus with free parking. There, students are given opportunities to enjoy art in a variety of ways. While its most frequent attendees are students majoring in the performing arts, UCA faculty make it clear that all majors can participate in creating the atmosphere and opportunities within the UCA. From taking elective courses to auditioning for roles in plays, the building offers a chance for all students to explore. “The UCA is (a) world-class facility with venues, rehearsal spaces, technology, faculty and resources essential to the successful study of the performing arts disciplines,” UCA Director of Communications Jennifer Clary said. Thanks to the variety of classes and rehearsals taking place at the UCA, those who spend their days within find themselves enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of the building. “At any given moment, I can walk into Griffin Concert Hall and listen to the wind symphony, go across the hall and watch a set being constructed, or pop into the dance theater and take in an interpretive dance project,” Clary said. Additionally, the UCA houses two museums: the Gregory Allicar Museum of Art and the Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising. Both museums are free and open to the public. The GAMA provides students with international access to art curated by students and faculty of CSU. Lynn Boland, the director and chief curator of GAMA, said that arts available on campus include exhibits from all continents, including Antarctica. As students find themselves immersed in the arts, GAMA faculty believes that they also find themselves immersed in the variety of cultures responsible for the displayed artwork. “Having access to other cultures
creates an understanding that leads to empathy,” Boland said. “That, I think, is one of the most important things that can be fostered by an art museum or cultural institution.” Communications Manager Madeleine Boyson, who has been with GAMA for only a few months, said that the UCA and GAMA are places where she finds herself constantly learning and growing. “I learn every day,” Boyson said. “I’m learning about new artists; we’re talking about new genres, movements and mediums that despite (an art history background) I have never come in contact with.” In addition to the UCA and GAMA serving as learning institutions, Boyson and Boland also find that the museum offers an atmosphere like no other for students seeking experience as a place one can both visit and participate in. “I have difficulty thinking of an exhibition that does not just involve but (relies) on students,” Boland said. Boland also acknowledged that some courses at CSU are intrinsically involved with new exhibitions in GAMA, from artwork selection to description writing. Involvement is not limited to just performing and visual arts students either. Education and physics students partner with GAMA and the UCA to provide experiences for younger audiences with the help of department faculty. “Whether or not the show is curated by students, students are always involved,” Boland said. “Our educational programming is entirely thanks to CSU students. Art education students will partner with the Little Shop of Physics, and ... our Brainy Program for Title I Fourth Graders is all (led by) CSU art education students under the direction of an art education professor.” GAMA is hosting several events in upcoming weeks as students fully return to campus, including an artist talk with Dionne Lee in the UCA’s Organ Recital Hall on Sept. 2 at 5:30 p.m., during which Lee will discuss how the American landscape serves as a site of both refuge and immense trauma. For information on this event and more at the UCA, visit uca.colostate. edu/events. Kota Babcock can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.
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