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Officials discuss COVID-19 precautions as Rams return to campus By Kota Babcock @kotababcock
As Colorado State University prepares for hybrid courses, which mix online and in-person classes to limit the spread of COVID-19, Fort Collins’ elected officials are working to ensure a safe transition back to on-campus and City life. After Colorado Gov. Jared Polis decided to close bars and nightclubs once again after a surge of new COVID-19 cases in June, it has become clear to some elected officials and other government employees that many Colorado residents have misunderstood the reopening process as a signal to go back to their prior ways of life. As reopening stages continue, COVID-19 continues to raise questions between elected officials about what a new normal will look like, especially as discussions of a new wave of COVID-19 continue. “What we don’t want to have is a second wave,” Mayor Wade Troxell said during an interview in June. “What we want to do is have the appropriate public health measures in place to … look out for the health and safety of our citizens and also the capacity that our hospitals can take. ... In concert with that is the impact on our economy. ... (A second wave) could have even more devastating impacts, not only on (public) health but on our economy.” Recently, CSU President Joyce McConnell released a list of 10 things for students to keep in mind as they return to campus for the fall semester. Masks, social distance, hybrid learning, reducing campus capacity and disinfecting spaces will all be tools used to prevent the spread of COVID-19. In addition to this, students will be expected to clean their space and provided with materials to do so. Testing and contact tracing will be part of the return to campus, and classes will be moving online after fall break, according to CSU’s website. As CSU plans for a hybrid reopening in the fall, new questions about Fort Collins residents’ public health and
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safety are rising. For example, how does Fort Collins continue to keep its community healthy as students who come from all over the country are reintroduced to the CSU campus, especially as COVID-19 messaging varies
“I think, with COVID(-19), just saying ‘don’t hang out with your friends’ isn’t going to work, especially in the longterm, so ‘how do we hang out with friends and do that safely’ ... is how I think we need to redirect the conversation.” EMILY GORGOL COUNCILMEMBER
drastically by each city, county and state government in the United States? For this question, the answer may be tricky, but according to Councilmember Emily Gorgol, who represents Fort Collins District 6, which includes City Park and Campus West, the answer may lie in a familiar place: sex education. “Just saying ‘don’t do it’ doesn’t work, because the best thing to (say) is ‘how do you do it safely?’” Gorgol said. “And I think, with COVID(-19), just saying ‘don’t hang out with your friends’ isn’t going to work, especially in the longterm, so ‘how do we hang out with friends and do that safely’ ... is how I think we need to redirect the conversation. We need to stop waiting for this to end and think, ‘How do we live in this context?’” Gorgol’s view presents a solution to the cabin fever that
those across the nation have struggled with. Similar to sex, there is no way to be perfectly safe in all encounters during the pandemic, even with social distancing and masks in use. However, reducing the risk and being as careful as possible still provides new options to those who are expected to restart work or in-person courses. Gorgol and Troxell shared similar concerns that individuals are starting to have a false sense of security due to the state backing off of some restrictions, especially as students return for the fall semester and potentially return to weekend partying. Both officials made it very clear that they had a positive outlook for CSU’s reopening, although Gorgol was unsure of exactly how the fall semester could play out in terms of students staying safe when interacting with each other in Uni-
versity housing and beyond. Since CSU students generally didn’t stay in Fort Collins as the pandemic started, it’s been difficult for her to predict exactly how perceptive students will be to new safety mandates in the fall. “There’s a responsibility (that we have) to build it into our lifestyle, at least for the near future,” Troxell said. The mayor also said that continuing to create a safe lifestyle in the fall would mean that following social distancing rules and that registering parties with Off-Campus Life will become incredibly important, although the party registration system has not been reopened through Off-Campus Life or the City of Fort Collins website at this time. Editor’s Note: Kota Babcock is the news director at KCSU. Kota Babcock can be reached at news@collegian.com.
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How student government changes campus and the community By Noah Pasley @PasleyNoah
ASCSU in the 2019 general election. Elections are usually held in the spring of each year, but the 2020 election has been delayed until September due to health concerns surrounding COVID-19, according to the website.
Colorado State University has an abundance of student organizations to choose from, but students looking to change campus and the community may be interested in a position with student government. The Associated Students of “It’s a really great CSU is the University’s student opportunity to literally government, comprised of a senate, an executive branch and a judicial give students the power branch. According to the ASCSU to decide where their website, the organization advostudent fees are going.” cates for students on the University, local, state and national levels. ALEX FARIAS “Most importantly, we manASCSU VICE PRESIDENT age all student fees on campus, so student fees that are spent on campus have oversight by the student “It’s a great way for students government,” said ASCSU Presito get involved,” Amundson said. Former Associated Students of Colorado State University Speaker of the Senate Blake Alfred speaks at the dent Ben Amundson. “It’s over $60 “We’re a lot more than just a po- weekly Wednesday meeting Sept. 11, 2019. PHOTO BY LUKE BOURLAND THE COLLEGIAN million — we have one of the largest litical group. In fact, I would say to budgets in the United States for any join ASCSU, you don’t have to be olutions can go a (long) way with “It’s just fun to do things that student fees are going.” student government.” political at all; it’s much more of a changing CSU policy, saying, ‘This make people proud to be a CSU Amundson said that ASCSU’s The student fees are allocated service-based group.” end goal should be to serve students is where students stand on a certain Ram,” Amundson said. to registered student organizations Senators for ASCSU can write policy.’” Farias said ASCSU is about outside of ASCSU and to enhance on campus. They also fund on-cambills, which can finance different Amundson said that ASC- giving students an understanding the experiences of the general pus services like the Health Center projects or change policies within SU does a lot of programming and of what their fees pay for, as well as student body. and RamRide, a safe ride service ASCSU, or they can write reso- events around campus, including power over where those funds are “I’ve often said the general students can use for transportation lutions, which make recommen- the Rams on the Ice event which directed. student on campus should go every via an app Thursday, Friday and dations on policy changes within brought a synthetic ice rink to The “A huge thing that me and Ben year without knowing what ASCSU Saturday nights, according to the the CSU administration, such as Plaza in February to educate stu- (Amundson) have also been doing even is,” Amundson said. “ASCSU service’s website. changes to the Student Conduct dents about Black History Month. is trying to get the word out about shouldn’t be the center or the highAmundson, a senior studying Code, according to Amundson. He also said that ASCSU funds student fees, so students are able light, we should just make people’s agricultural business and “Some senators write bills to several food insecurity initiatives to utilize what they are paying for,” lives better and get out of the way.” economics, and Alex Farias, a senior fund different initiatives, some sen- like pocket pantries and the mobile Farias said. “It’s a really great opNoah Pasley can be reached at studying finance, were elected as ators write bills to change different PrintCSU Health Ntwrk Checklist HPA.pdf 1 7/30/20 12:24food PM pantry that comes to campus. portunity to literally give students news@collegian.com. president and vice president of policies,” Amundson said. “Resthe power to decide where their
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CSU, students in the fight for change as bias incidents continue By Laura Studley @laurastudley_
George Floyd’s death on May 25 sparked protests across the nation calling for change. This demand for action is all too familiar for the Colorado State University community. In 2015, a confederate flag was hung in Phi Kappa Tau’s fraternity house. In 2017, a noose was found hanging on a Newsom Hall floor of the only Black student and resident assistant there. In 2019, four students posted a photo where they were wearing blackface. The list goes on. Students have openly and continuously criticized how the University handled these incidents. In September 2019, following the blackface incident, The Plaza was filled with chalk messages stating, “CSU sides with racists,” and asking, “Who is CSU protecting?” The chalk was later washed away during “regular maintenance,” according to a University tweet. The University said that the chalk should not have been removed and that the employees had been informed that such messages are allowed. In November 2019, CSU implemented the Race, Bias and Equity Initiative, seeking to find and execute “actionable” plans to address issues of both race and racism and bias and equity, according to the initiative’s website. Additionally, the initiative intends “to empower all members of our campus community to learn, work, live and recreate in a safe and welcoming environment.” The initiative’s website highlights the steps taken to achieve these goals stated in its mission statement. Major steps include coordinating a team to lead the initiative as well as reading and approving RBEI submissions, which propose ideas to improve the University community. According to SOURCE, the RBEI received more than 100 proposals from various students, staff and faculty. From those, two have been chosen as a focus point. The first focuses on first generation students by “unifying and strengthening” current initiatives to enhance the first generation program at CSU. The second initiative focuses on creating a teaching certificate program for graduate students aiming to enhance diversity and equity, creating a more unified approach to inclusivity in the classroom. “It is important to note that in order to truly begin making progress, we must focus,” according to an email sent to the CSU community. “While we wish we had the capacity and resources to pursue all the ideas submitted, we wouldn’t be able to do so without risking the
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were contacted by a University show a LinkedIn profile of forsuccess of each.” Above all, the RBEI is more representative; however, the mer student Kyle Scott Faulkison, about support than anything else, invitation to converse about the claiming he was driving the vehicle. according to Vice President for Di- harm was denied, according to CSU Resources Vice President for Student versity and the co-chair of the Race Director of Media Relations and Affairs and co-chair of the Race, Bias and Equity Initiative Mary Denver Outreach Mike Hooker. “The implications of such an Bias and Equity Initiative Blanche Ontiveros. “RBEI provides another plat- establishment are to propagate Hughes said that when it comes to form to give students those much anti-Asian sentiment and must creating a more equitable communeeded high-fives and show them be seen unequivocally as an act of nity at CSU, education is critical. There are many resources that there really are people behind racism,” a statement released by the Asian/Pacific American Cul- available to create a community those screens,” she said. In addition to the Universi- tural Center read. “Even if such an devoid of hateful and racially bity’s measures, students have taken establishment has the intention ased incidents, she said. Hughes said that intellectupart in a multitude of protests and of situational humor, this deeply offensive creation publicizes racial alism and mindfulness are terms walks of solidarity. From the CSUnite march vilification and continues to deter that can be used to describe the in 2018 to the public outcry sur- us from our mission of racial equity type of personal judgment that students can utilize to be more tolerrounding Charlie Kirk’s talk, once and inclusiveness.” ant, kind and equitable. in 2018 and again in 2019, It calls individuals to and the #NotProudtoBe blackout event, the CSU “RBEI provides another platform to be informed enough to asincidents and mindful community has made their give students those much needed sess enough to adjust the indivoices loud, standing in dihigh-fives and show them that there vidual’s behavior or to seek rect opposition to hate seen out help, she said. on campus. really are people behind those There are many reIt has been no differscreens.” sources available on cament since Floyd’s death. Stupus for students who have dents have joined in the naMARY ONTIVEROS experienced bias related tional protests in support of VICE PRESIDENT FOR DIVERSITY, incidents. the Black community, inCO-CHAIR OF THE RACE BIAS Students can report cluding demonstrations on AND EQUITY INITIATIVE the incident using an online campus and in Old Town. form. On the CSU support Despite the collective At a July Aurora, Colora- and safety website, there are also effort, acts of racism are still occurring in the Fort Collins community. do, protest, a blue Jeep Wrangler resources to help better underIn July, The Collegian drove through a crowd of protest- stand the process. Recently, there has been learned of a fake restaurant ers calling for justice in the death of an increase in racially-biased inlisting using racist language to Elijah McClain. Screenshots posted by Insta- cident reports attributed to the describe individuals of Asian descent. The creators of the listing gram account @colostatememes current climate around racial bias
and greater involvement of the students, according to Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs Kathy Sisneros. Additionally, there are many cultural centers located in the Lory Student Center and other campus buildings that provide guidance, community and resources for students. The Black/African American Cultural Center offers the Rites of Passage Retreat, which normally includes a fall semester retreat, workshops and outings. The Native American Cultural Center offers North Star Peer Mentoring, which matches incoming freshmen and transfers with upper-class students. El Centro, the Latinx cultural center, offers a similar program for first-year students called La Conexión. For incoming freshmen, the Asian/Pacific American Cultural Center also recommends a peer mentoring program, which hosted an ice cream social and a hike to Horsetooth Reservoir last year. To learn how to be actively anti-racist and combat racism on campus, view the resources on the Office of the Vice President for Diversity’s “Educate Yourself” website. Editor’s Note: Isaiah Dennings and Noah Pasley contributed to the reporting for this article. Laura Studley can be reached at news@collegian.com.
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Top 5 Fort Collins issues to follow that aren’t COVID-19 By Samantha Ye @samxye4
Navigating COVID-19 may be Colorado State University’s top concern this fall, but for incoming students, there are plenty of ongoing issues to get up-to-date on. For all the Fort Collins newcomers, here’s what to know in local news: 1. Race and Bias at CSU A deluge of racist incidents and controversies over the last four years at CSU sent the campus grappling with how to handle white supremacy in the community. In fall of 2017, the infamous “Noose in Newsom” led the University to create their bias reporting system, which was recently refurbished this summer. Two years and dozens of reports later, a Snapchat photo of four CSU students wearing blackface went viral — the University declined to take any punitive action. This set off a series of student demonstrations, including at CSU President Joyce McConnell’s first Fall Address where she announced the creation of the Race, Bias and Equity Initiative. Over the summer, CSU expelled an incoming student for using violent racist language on social media, the first time such punishment has been dealt for such misconduct. It remains to be seen how and if the campus climate will change this next year. For a more in-depth look at the history of bias at CSU, check out the above timeline. 2. Black Lives Matter in Fort Collins The George Floyd protests which swept the nation didn’t miss Northern Colorado. In June, Fort Collins joined in the calls for justice for Floyd, a Black man killed by police, and demands for police accountability among the broader Black Lives Matter movement. Before last summer, demonstrations for social justice were not uncommon in Fort Collins. Last fall, #NotProudToBe organized a silent protest in response to years of unquelled campus bias incidents. Around 700 students attended. Last summer, City residents joined in the Lights for Liberty rally in support of detained immigrants being held in inhumane detention camp conditions. Major events from around the country and in the Northern Colorado area have often prompted vocal community responses. 3. Sustainability and Climate Change CSU is one of the top ranked U.S. universities for sustainability. Students have been not only supportive of the University’s eco-efforts, but they have been the driving force behind many of them. In 2017, CSU pledged to run on 100% renewable energy by 2030 in response to a petition
signed by over 4,300 students and staff, according to the Coloradoan. Individual projects like making the campus bee-certified and starting the University SkiSU bus were galvanized by concerned students. The Zero Waste Team is one student group pushing for increased action from the University, particularly on the issue of composting. As for Fort Collins, the City’s Climate Action Plan includes a commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050, and City Council declared a Climate Emergency last year. Alongside institutional efforts are local grassroots movements which have sprouted up over the decades to help keep Northern Colorado on track to meeting their environmental goals. As climate change looms among today’s immediate turmoil, sustainability efforts remain hot on the headlines. 4. U+2 and Housing Affordability U+2 is a City ordinance that prohibits more than three unrelated people from living together in the same residence. While it was written in the 1960s, contemporary enforcement resumed, targeting student populations according to reporting from The Collegian. U+2 has been criticized for limiting housing supply and driving up financial burdens. The student government, Associated Students of CSU, has actively opposed the ordinance since 2015. Past administrations have pushed for “Me+3,” to allow up to four unrelated people per household. ASCSU partially funded a 2017 survey with the City to study the effects U+2, which found only about 47% of violators were college students. The fact that U+2 affects more than college students’ rents has elicited concerns from the City about housing affordability as a whole, according to the Coloradoan. A 2018 report for best performing cities done by the Milken Institute identified “scarce and overvalued” housing as Fort Collins’ main liability. 5. Homelessness in Fort Collins Nearly 400 people are experiencing long-term homelessness in Fort Collins, according to estimates from the Housing First Initiative, making homelessness one of the City’s more consistent ongoing issues. Various support services, grassroots and institutionally organized, help provide for those experiencing homelessness, including the Murphy Center, the Fort Collins Rescue Mission and Catholic Charities. The FoCo Cafe supplies free food options. Despite the resources, City actions have been met with no shortage of controversy. The City recently settled a
Various signs held in the air around Old Town Square, where hundreds gather for the Fort Collins Climate Strike Sept. 27, 2019 as a part of the #FridaysForFuture movement started by climate activist Greta Thunberg. PHOTO BY ALYSSA UHL THE COLLEGIAN
Protesters gather outside of the Fort Collins Police Services building on Timberline Road, holding signs and chanting in solidarity with protesters in Minneapolis and and around the country, May 31. PHOTO BY MATT TACKETT THE COLLEGIAN
lawsuit for putting unreasonable restrictions on the operations of a 24/7 homeless locker program run by the Fort Collins Mennonite Fellowship. In 2017, the sit-lie ban, which was strongly protested by the Fort Collins Homeless Coalition, passed with amendments from City Council. Other protests for Occupy Jefferson and Food Not Bombs have peppered the City’s record on homelessness. The City now hopes to get homeless individuals into safer shelter during the pandemic after closing the temporary shelter at the Northside Aztlan Community Center. Samantha Ye can be reached at news@collegian.com.
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5 CSU resources every new student should know about By Serena Bettis @serenaroseb
In the spring semester, Colorado State University served 26,671 students at all levels of education. No matter where you are from, that is a lot of people to study, work and interact with, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you are new to it. To help with the transition onto campus, The Collegian has compiled a list of five essential resources for students available online or on campus. 1. The Institute for Learning and Teaching The Institute for Learning and Teaching, or TILT, functions as a tutoring, testing and resource center for any student on campus. In addition to free tutoring for many of the sciences and study groups for specific courses across all the colleges, TILT hosts a variety of academic success workshops throughout the semester. Topics for these workshops include time management, exam preparation and procrastination. All the workshops are free. During the coronavirus pan-
demic, all workshops, tutoring and academic support centers moved online to Canvas. All students need to do is follow the links provided on the TILT website to quickly register for the Canvas courses and have access to help typically found on campus. 2. The Assistive Technology Resource Center The Assistive Technology Resource Center works with the Student Disability Center to provide assistive technology to students with disabilities. According to the ATRC website, students who may benefit from their services include those who have difficulties reading regular-sized text, seeing computer screens, taking notes in class, producing written work and more. The ATRC provides all registered full- and part-time undergraduate and graduate students with hardware and software loans that include alternative keyboards, digital recorders, Livescribe pens, text magnifiers and writing tools. 3. The Health Network On top of providing a wide range of medical and dental services, the CSU Health Network offers counseling and health education services.
Counseling at the Health Network includes one-on-one sessions for individuals and couples, group therapy and mental health workshops. Other services include drug, alcohol and recovery counseling and spiritual care. Check the Health Network’s website on a regular basis to see what their procedures are during the COVID-19 pandemic. The YOU@CSU program also offers guided support personalized to each student. 4. Rams Against Hunger If you are struggling with food insecurity or do not have enough meal swipes at the dining hall, Rams Against Hunger is a program out of the office of Student Leadership, Involvement and Community Engagement designed to reduce food insecurity on campus. Rams Against Hunger offers three pocket pantries, all free to students, that supply non-perishable food items for those in need. The pantries are located in the Lory Student Center, the Aggie Village Family Apartments and the University Village Apartments. Rams Against Hunger has also partnered with the Larimer County Food Bank to offer a food
The Lory Student Center is a community center, located on the north end of Colorado State University’s main campus, that houses the diversity offices. PHOTO BY DEVIN CORNELIUS THE COLLEGIAN
pantry to students. While the food pantry used to come to campus once a month, the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the operations, and food pantry hours for the fall semester can be found on the Rams Against Hunger website. 5. Diversity Offices The CSU Diversity Offices provide space for students in historically marginalized groups to find support and community. Each office has a multitude of student clubs, study spaces in the LSC and other resources geared toward
their students available on their websites. Contact each office to learn more about their policies and operations during the COVID-19 pandemic and check out this Collegian article from February to learn about the history of the campus cultural centers. To find a full list of campus links, go to CSU’s main website, click on “Resources” in the top right corner and look at the links listed under “Current Students.” Serena Bettis can be reached at news@collegian.com.
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JOYCE MCCONNELL’S 10 THINGS FOR STUDENTS TO KNOW FOR THE FALL 2020 SEMESTER 1. FOLLOW RECOMMENDED HEALTH PRECAUTIONS Everyone at Colorado State University will be required to follow state, county and City public health orders.
2. THERE WILL BE THREE CLASS FORMATS Classes will be in person, online only or a hybrid of both. About two-thirds of classes will be in person in some capacity.
3. DAILY CLASSROOM CLEANING
4. ALL COURSES WILL BE ONLINE AFTER FALL BREAK After fall break, classes will be online. Some residence halls and all University apartments will remain open for students.
5. REQUEST ACCOMMODATIONS The Student Disability Center can help if you are unable to wear a mask for health reasons or if you need learning or living accommodations.
6. MASKS WILL BE REQUIRED Masks or face coverings will be required while in any University space, including outside and in classrooms.
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8. MAINTAIN A REDUCED CAPACITY To allow for social distancing, there will be fewer people on campus each day. Many offices will work remotely but will still be available via virtual connection, phone or email.
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10. TESTING AND CONTACT TRACING There will be COVID-19 protocols in place, including testing, contact tracing and plans through Housing & Dining Services to support anyone in campus housing who tests positive.
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There is a gray area in giving consent while intoxicated Cat Blouch @BlouchCat
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 college sex culture, having sex while under the influence is one of the many elephants in the room; we know it happens, but the ethical gray area doesn’t take well to open conversation. An integral part of being welcomed to the Colorado State University family is the orientation process most Rams have undergone. The Red Whistle Brigade may have been the first exposure we had from the University regarding the topic of consent According to The Red Whistle Brigade regarding consent in sexual encounters, if both parties are drunk, “Colorado law states that the person performing the action is charged. The person who initiates sexual contact is at fault.” According to the organization, there is no gray area: “If (the other participant/s) are drunk or high, they can’t give consent. If you are intoxicated, you can’t give consent.” If there really is no gray area, as The Red Whistle Brigade would suggest, then why does it seem to be so common for college students to engage in sexual activities while under the influence, and is it the perception of everyone who has sex under the influence that it is inherently non-consensual?
“There is a point of intoxication in which consent cannot be fully given, and this happens when the individual is physically incapacitated and/or unable to accurately assess the quality of their own conduct.” The dangers of having sex while under the influence are perhaps not so much the involvement of alcohol and or marijuana itself but the darker elements of college culture that work in conjunction to create environments where individuals are unable to consent. Autumn Thornburg, a 23-year-old manager at Star-
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bucks, explained how this environment can easily create a situation in which consent is not possible. “In a general sense, college kids will take parties too far or get too drunk,” Thornburg said. “You’ll hear about people dying from alcohol poisoning, and when you’re getting that drunk, blacking out or you’re leaning over a toilet vomiting, you’re not capable of making those decisions, and it’s really easy to take advantage of people in those situations.” When combined with a prevalent hookup culture that normalizes casual intercourse, situations where people are intoxicated in an uncomfortable environment can cause experiences where one or more parties risk their ability to fully give consent. While the actors involved in the sexual activity may have varying perspectives of the degree of consent in such an environment, the state’s definition of consent offers clarity. According to Colorado law, “‘consent’ means cooperation in act of attitude pursuant to an exercise of free will and with knowledge of the nature of the act.” According to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network, if an individual is unknowingly drugged, the sexual activity is not consensual. However, there is a gray area in Colorado law
regarding when the parties involved knowingly and voluntarily ingest intoxicants. So I refer to Colorado’s definition of unlawful sexual contact, which occurs if “the actor knows that the victim does not consent, the actor knows that the victim is incapable of appraising the nature of the victim’s conduct or the victim is physically helpless.” In other words, there is a point of intoxication in which consent cannot be fully given, and this happens when the individual is physically incapacitated and/ or unable to accurately assess the quality of their own conduct. If you find yourself in a situation in which alcohol and or marijuana are at play, and it is unclear whether you or the parties involved in the sexual activity have fully given consent, ask yourself the following questions: Step 1: How am I? Ask yourself how drunk or high you are. 1. The Blood Alcohol Content level indicates your level of intoxication. Even at the lowest level of intoxication, poor judgments can occur, which can still alter one’s ability to give consent fully. If you do choose to engage in sex while under the influence of alcohol, however, the point at which one’s ability to assess the quality of their own conduct would certainly not be possible at level 0.08%, given that shortterm memory loss may begin
here, according to American Addiction Centers. 2. Unfortunately, the line regarding the level of judgment for weed intoxication is not as easily defined. However, the same logic can be applied: if an individual is so high that their coordination is inhibited, they have trouble forming coherent sentences or they seem to be acting unreasonable, it is safe to assume they cannot accurately assess the quality of their own conduct.
“When you’re getting that drunk, blacking out or you’re leaning over a toilet vomiting, you’re not capable of making those decisions, and it’s really easy to take advantage of people in those situations.” AUTUMN THORNBURG STARBUCKS MANAGER
Step 2: Where am I? What environment are you in? If you are in a familiar environment, say, your living space or your significant other’s living space, you are likely more comfortable in taking charge of the situation by putting a stop to the activity should you or the other
actor/s involved feel at all uncomfortable. If you are in a party environment where you might experience more binge-drinking, it could be more difficult to control the amount of substance taken in and accurately assess consent from both parties. Step 3: Who am I with? Do you feel like you can trust the person you are engaging with? Are you both having coherent, honest dialogue about consenting to the situation? The more open communication with trustworthy individuals there is, the more confident you can be about feeling as though there was adequate consent. Due to the inherent subjectivity, the only infallible way to ensure both parties give full and complete consent is to have sex sober. As a reminder, the State of Colorado defines consent as the following: 1. Cooperation in act and attitude 2. Exercise of free will 3. Knowledge of what’s happening You might find yourself in a situation where you are under the influence of alcohol and/or marijuana and are considering engaging in sexual activity. It’s important to have the resources to assure your own and the other participant’s comfort. Editor’s Note: The full version of this column can be found online at Collegian.com. Cat Blouch can be reached at letters@collegian.com.
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Gen Z will first see the results of 24/7 device use Alexandra MacDonald @alexandramacc
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. At the turn of the 21st century, there was no way to predict the way our devices would ultimately be embedded in our lives today. Email and cellphones had only been somewhat developed at that point and many homes had landlines. Immediate connection just wasn’t there, and if you asked some, even that was the boundary line for privacy.
“It’s inherently made our lives easier by changing the way we work and see people, yet we haven’t seen the full picture.” Having that connection has inherently made our lives easier by changing the way we work and see people, yet we haven’t seen the full picture. Gen Z, who grew as the Age of Information began, will be the first to see exactly what second-by-second, minute-by-minute online accessibility will yield for us in
the long-term. Today, our need to be consistently attached to the ebbing pulse of online connectivity is capturing our attention more so than our in-person lives. We’re finding it a challenge to simply go an hour without the contact of our iPhones. For the ones who end their days plugging in their phones, laptops and e-readers to charge moments before they go to sleep, it seems our devices do change the patterns of our lives just as we find ourselves often customizing them. We can blame this on a few things. The rapid growth of online networks like Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, Gmail and LinkedIn have unapologetically gifted us with a stronger desperation to be seen. Depending on the job someone has, their entire occupation may be dependent on a strong internet connection. To ask how our devices have challenged our daily lives is a question that makes it appear as if our phones or computers have come from that late-night sci-fi special. There’s a fearful, negative undertone that our devices are controlling us, our lives and the thoughts and decisions we make. We experience so many things quite differently than we would a mere 20 years ago. The changes in expectations of privacy are suddenly less challenged with cameras with facial recognition capabilities proudly displayed on our devices. We experience more recorded surveillance on our
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phones and in public spaces than ever before. Security cameras hang from the edges of buildings, decorate ceiling tiles, stoplights and hallways. Anything can be recorded, uploaded and mere clicks away from becoming viral. The day we invent time travel is a day when we shock the past by our sacrifices in the future. Yet our collective need to be connected 24/7 can be seen as a step-up. It is labor-saving; we no longer need to go to a pay phone at the airport, buy stamps to send letters or even call someone when you could just scroll through their Insta-
gram feed to know what they’re up to. In a corporate setting, the accessibility of group remote calls wouldn’t have been considered a possibility during the outbreak of a global pandemic a few years ago; the work would slow, maybe even coming to a complete standstill. At this moment, we can’t see if the obsessive use of our devices will be damaging in the long term, but we can tell how it affects our lives by the way we use it. The digital divide, a term used by Stanford University to express the difference between those who have available internet access and those who
don’t, may be redefined in the upcoming decades. The current fragmentation of the internet seems only to be growing, and dedicating yourself to learning how to code or learn the guitar is ultimately up to the user. A Colorado State University student may be caught at any given moment scrolling through TikTok or browsing Snapchat stories, but that may not be the case for their parents or grandparents. We grew up with the rise of an immense online world, and we should be prepared for its next expansion. Alexandra MacDonald can be reached at letters@collegian.com.
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Dear readers, As you return to a very different campus than the one we left — or step for the first time onto a campus you had imagined very differently — we want to make an introduction. If you didn’t know, The Collegian is a student-run newspaper. We report on the issues that matter most to our Colorado State University community, but CSU doesn’t get a say in what we cover or how we cover it. Our primary goal is to be a voice for the students. In the midst of a public health and human rights crisis, we understand that it is more important than ever that we provide you not only reliable information but investigative analyses of the issues that affect our community. We want to make it clear that The Collegian editorial board and management team is now run by an almost completely new group of students. While we respect and
appreciate the hard work of our former colleagues, we recognize mistakes that were made in the past. In the midst of a series of racist incidents on campus last year, The Collegian failed to foster an inclusive environment for its staff or report on the incidents in a timely and transparent manner. We knew it then, and this summer we have resolved even further that we do not intend to repeat these mistakes. The COVID-19 pandemic and Black Lives Matter protests have forced us all to reassess the way we do things, and the newsroom has been no exception. Our coverage will look different this year as we take this opportunity to recalibrate our role within the community and improve it for the better.
“Our coverage will look different this year as we take this opportunity to recalibrate our role within the community and improve it for the better.” The Collegian editorial board has begun the process of creating concrete steps to increase the inclusivity and equity of our coverage and among the staff in our newsroom. We understand that inclusivity efforts must go beyond empty buzzwords and a desire to regain trust;
inclusivity isn’t an achievement, it’s a basic human rights requirement that we desperately need. We are currently taking steps to review our internal policies, especially in regards to revising our employee training and onboarding process with the goal of making inclusivity and anti-racism an integral aspect of our coverage and work environment. We have also begun preparations to increase community engagement and feedback and are grateful to be completing each of these steps with the assistance of Hodge-SaintJour and Associates, a diversity, equity and inclusion consulting firm owned and operated by former CSU students, some of whom were Collegian members. As we prepare for the fall semester, we must situate ourselves within the national and global context of adversity and change that will surely mark this time in history. We understand our responsibility as a publication to accurately reflect our surroundings and are ready to rise to the occasion. We strive to make The Collegian a place where every student who wants to join us will be welcomed and given the tools to improve their community through their work. Rams, stay safe, be strong and know that we are with you. Respectfully, Lauryn Bolz, editor-in-chief Abby Vander Graaff, content managing editor Matt Tackett, digital & design managing editor
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Cody Cooke @CodyCooke17
Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. This summer has felt long and nerve-racking to say the least, and even though I find it hard to believe, the fall semester is less than a month away. This semester is bound to be different from anything most of us have experienced. Colorado State University President Joyce McConnell has kept students up-to-date about what to expect once campus opens and classes resume in August. Needless to say, our routines might not look the same as they did at the beginning of last semester. By now, I’ve come to terms with the fact that most of my life, for at least the next several months, will be characterized by various levels of uncertainty. I don’t think I’m the only one with this attitude either, but one of the most important things for us to keep in mind should be how and what we’re eating. Our diets can be a great source of stability, nourishment and even growth at any point of our lives. It’s our lifeline, first and foremost, providing us with the energy necessary for literally everything we do. But, especially now, our eating habits can help keep us grounded and healthy in a world that gets crazier and sicker every day. Our diets can also be affordable and help out our friends, family and
community. Rice, beans, pasta and eggs have become my staples. They are great sources of fiber and protein, and everything except the eggs stays good for extended periods of time. These foods can be excellent for breakfast, lunch or dinner, and it only takes a pinch of seasoning to go from bland to delicious (being from Louisiana, I feel obligated to recommend Tony Chachere’s). The other great thing about these foods is that they’re relatively cheap to buy in bulk. A pound of rice and two cans of beans together will cost less than $3 at King Soopers before tax.
“Being able to stock up on cheap staple foods might come in handy during this upcoming semester.” For me, just a cup of rice, one can of beans and a couple of eggs (plus my favorite seasonings) stretches into at least four meals, and I’m not a light eater. That means a $10 bill could probably buy dinner for over a week. The same goes for other foods too. A bag of dry pasta and a single jar of tomato sauce — two things that can be stored in a pantry for a while — can be turned into enough spaghetti for several days. Bread and tortillas can be frozen for longevity, and they can be used in multiple ways. I’ve found that burritos are extremely economical and downright delicious. Fresh fruits and vegetables are also crucial for a healthy diet, but they don’t last as long as rice and beans, even when refrigerated. No matter how you eat them, you
can buy them from local vendors or farmer’s markets to support community business. Buying local is always a great thing to do, especially during times like these. Being able to stock up on cheap staple foods might come in handy during this upcoming semester. If students aren’t on a University meal plan, they’ll probably depend on grocery stores for their food. But with the uncertainties of the pandemic, supplies might fluctuate. Nobody hopes for another lockdown, but if one comes, it might be best to not have to make additional trips to the store. Staying stocked and cooking at home can be cheap, delicious and conducive to public safety. I’ll also be the first to admit that the urge to eat out is sometimes impossible to overcome. Pick-up and delivery options can keep local restaurants viable and hungry customers happy, but it’s important to keep in mind who we are ordering food from. No matter how delicious fast food seems, it is probably better to avoid the chains and spend money on Fort Collins restaurants. Industry giants like McDonald’s and Taco Bell probably won’t feel the pain of a dip in profits as badly as locally-owned places will. Eating out should be done sparingly, and it’s best to support local businesses when possible. Even though we might not be cooking for parties anytime soon, maintaining balanced and economical diets can still keep us social. I always enjoy getting messages from my friends when they show me what they’ve cooked up. I’ve also started exporting my own recipes to friends and family — whenever they turn out edible, that is. Cody Cooke can be reached at letters@collegian.com.
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Top 5 ways to socialize while social distancing Corinne Neustadter @cneustad
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 off ended. In the middle of rising COVID-19 cases, it can be hard to figure out how to balance socializing with safety measures to protect yourself as well as your friends. I believe that everyone can socialize on campus with a little creativity. Look no further for the top five ways to safely socialize and social distance back on campus! 1. Throw a rager over Zoom No college experience is complete without a true college party — unfortunately, many first-years will miss out on the
in-person experience, so you may have to get creative with some alternatives. With the power of technology, you can throw your own authentic college party via Zoom! Turn on your LED lights, turn up the music and have your friends join! Sure, it won’t include the kegs, expensive Uber rides from house to house or the 100 degree frat basements, but you can still get lit and be hungover for your online classes the next day. 2. Invest in a hazmat suit for partying Even when the world isn’t in the middle of a global pandemic, frat houses are some of the most potent bacterial incubators known to man. Keeping this in mind, if you absolutely must go to a frat party, you should invest in a hazmat suit to keep yourself fully protected from any and all diseases that may be lurking there. It may be best to wear a hazmat suit when in a frat house even when the pandemic is over. Sure, you may feel more distant from the other guests, but you do have a
great conversation starter! 3. Connect with friends the old-fashioned way Want to talk to friends on the phone without using your data while seeing them in person? Simply use two cups and a string to create a makeshift phone outside your bedroom window! You’ll be able to talk for hours while your friends will become increasingly annoyed when they realized they walked all the way over to your place for this. 4. Bring your skis to campus to social distance Tired of not knowing how far six feet is when hanging out with friends? Show your Colorado pride while being safe by bringing your skis to campus to social distance! Simply carry them around in dorms, common areas and outdoor spaces to ensure that you are always six feet apart from everyone. Your arms may fall off, but rest assured you are protecting yourself in the most prudent way possible from COVID-19. 5. Sanitize before (and during) socializing
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If you’re going to a football game with friends, take some precautions beforehand. Load up on hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes to ensure that every surface you touch is free of any pathogens. If possible, bring disinfectant spray to kill any germs on doorknobs, handles, grass or even the bleach-
ers themselves. Better yet, people won’t want to sit near you because of the overpowering stench of chemicals. The important part is that you still get to spend money to see our football team lose. Win-win! Corinne Neustadter can be reached at letters@collegian.com.
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By Tyler Meguire @TMeguire
As the 2020 fall semester welcomes new and returning students, there are several uncertainties facing Colorado State University. What are classes going to look like? What is going on with fall and even spring sports? It is still unclear exactly how sports will be played this fall. As of now, we know that Campus Recreation is planning to reopen in the fall. Updates on opening with the pandemic can be found online at csurec.colostate.edu. Campus Recreation hosts pick-up games of many popular sports. There are multiple big green fields spread around campus enabling people to compete in an endless amount of sports. Outside of the Rec Center are volleyball nets, basketball courts and a rink, all for multiple sports. Field sports You can do almost anything on the Intramural Fields or the other fields around campus and will see almost anything happening. Spike ball is becoming more prominent, and there will always be frisbee, whether it is competitive frisbee or a couple of friends passing it around. Sometimes, a whiffle ball game will take place behind the softball field. Touch football, tackle football, volleyball, soccer, catch and pretty much anything you can think of will be taking place when students return to campus. Court sports Pick-up basketball is the obvious sport taking place on the basketball courts. However, it is not the only Campus Recreation sport happening there. Skateboarders
often hang around trying all sorts of tricks that are quite entertaining to watch. Cricket is sometimes played on the basketball courts as well — usually when there are fewer people around the area because it could be dangerous if someone is not paying attention. Outdoor volleyball courts The volleyball courts are slightly more limiting than the other places around campus because of the sand. A lot of volleyball is played day and night throughout the year. However, there are different variations of volleyball that can be played on the courts. One variation often played is banana ball — there are a couple of different names for this — where the players catch and throw the ball over the net with a limit on steps and how long the player can hold the ball. Outdoor rink The rink next to the basketball courts is home to multiple activities. A prominent one is an arena soccer type game where teams play soccer but play the ball of the walls. Roller-hockey is also played here, and sometimes people go in there to practice skating, Rollerblading and other things. The reality is, almost any sport you can think of will be played outside on the CSU campus. Students will be excited to see their friends again and new students will be excited to experience the great things CSU has to offer. Usually, the players are willing to have people join their games and include everyone. If you are missing regular sports or looking for something to pass the time that is not incredibly competitive, look into Campus Recreation. Tyler Meguire can be reached at sports@collegian.com.
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Can CSU men’s golf build on last season’s success? By Owen Stephens @OwenStephens16
The Colorado State University men’s golf team looks to begin the new season right where they left off in March, claiming the 19th ranking in the Bushnell Golfweek Coaches Poll when the season was cut short. The Rams played just six events last season, winning three — a sixth consecutive Ram Masters Invitational victory and victories at the Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate and the Saint Mary’s Invitational. In his eight years at the helm, head coach Christian Newton has shown he can not only lead a successful and competitive golf team but work together with CSU to create a great environment for players and a winning culture that produces success year in and year out. He has led the Rams to three consecutive runner-up finishes in the Mountain West, including a 2018 campaign in which he received Mountain West Coach of the Year honors. “I think a lot of it has to do with a foundation of some pretty solid Colorado kids and then
being able to recruit internationally well as well as having all the facilities and resources they need to get better,” Newton said. “You have that foundation built, and that foundation comes with players like our guys and those facilities where they feel like their game can continue to get better.”
“We’re going to have a highly competitive team with a lot of competition and a lot of fight for those top five spots.” CHRISTIAN NEWTON COLORADO STATE MEN’S GOLF HEAD COACH
Another key aspect to the Rams’ success is playing the best teams in the country, to both showcase their ability on a bigger stage and allow their players to hone their craft against the highest level of competition. Once the “foundation” has been established, the next step is to elevate the level of competition.
“Then you’re able to add the scheduling component, which is a huge piece of it,” Newton said. “You have to be able to get into the best events and play against the best teams because that both attracts talent and helps your current guys get better. It’s that old adage of ‘iron sharpens iron.’ If they can’t go play against the best players then they don’t really know what the bar is.” This philosophy is proving to be successful, as the Rams’ resume during Newton’s time in Fort Collins speaks for itself. Looking ahead to the 2020-21 season, the Rams look to continue their high level of play. “We get to keep a senior All-American in AJ Ott and then even add two great freshmen,” Newton said. “We’re going to have a highly competitive team with a lot of competition and a lot of fight for those top five spots. I think our guys will be able to embrace that part of it because it’s going to be hard to get into the five.” In addition to AJ Ott, the Rams return their other All-American, Davis Bryant, as the two find themselves at the top of the leaderboards once again
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this year. Last year, the pair combined for five top-five finishes and each led CSU in scoring in two events. “They are everything I wanted to build this program on,” Newton said of his two All-Americans. “They’re tough, they’re conscientious, humble, hardworking and they take care of their business. They are everything that you would want in a teammate.
They’re what you would want CSU’s quarterback to look like.” With their best players returning, new talent coming in and a whole roster anxious to get out on the course and compete, the Rams will begin the season at full speed, expecting another successful year and a shot at competing in regionals once again. Owen Stephens can be reached at sports@collegian.com.
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With Carvacho gone, who’s up next for CSU basketball? By Bailey Bassett @baileybassett_
When the COVID-19 pandemic shut down not only the world but also sports, it prematurely ended the careers of the Colorado State men’s basketball seniors collegiate careers. Nico Carvacho, Kris Martin and Hyron Edwards all had storied careers while repping the green and gold. All three were major contributors to the 2019-2020 squad, but every season provides new hope, and they must be replaced in the rotation of a team with a bright future. Today we look at three candidates who can replace the production of the former senior ballers. Dischon Thomas Carvacho’s spot will be the hardest to replace but CSU may have the right guy to fill his shoes. Carvacho is one of the greatest Rams of all time, being their all-time leader in rebounds and a player that will be remembered for a long time. His backup last year was Dischon Thomas, so a significantly increased role for the forward-center out of Arizona is to be expected. Carvacho logged the vast majority of the minutes at the five last season but Thomas still played in every game, averaging 9.7 minutes per game. In that limited floor time, Thomas proved he has the skills to be the next great CSU big man. His averages of 3.8 points and 2.2 rebounds weren’t mind-blowing, but Thomas is the poster boy for consistency. When Carvacho subbed out, the overall team production didn’t collapse thanks in part to Thomas playing the role the team needed and playing it well. He won’t shoot 20 shots per game, but he will make open shots, even with a range that extends to the 3-point line. This efficiency was demonstrated by a team-high 65.3 field goal percentage, a mark 9% higher than the next player, Carvacho. Thomas plays hard defense and moves the ball well for a big man, thriving in handoff passes at the top of the key. Look for Thomas to play minutes similar to what Carvacho saw last year, especially because next year’s squad will be somewhat on the smaller side. Isaiah Rivera Kris Martin was an important contributor for the 2019-2020 Rams squad. He started the year as a starter and transitioned into the sixth man role, where he thrived. Martin was an extremely versatile player who did a little bit of
Colorado State University rising sophomore Dischon Thomas signs an autograph for a CSU fan at the end of a basketball game against San Jose State, Feb. 22. The Rams took a 78-71 victory. PHOTO BY LUCY MORANTZ THE COLLEGIAN
everything, and that is exactly what they expect from Rivera, an incoming freshman from Geneseo, Illinois. The 6-foot5-inch combo guard/forward is likely to contribute meaningful action early in his career. Considered a steal for the 2020 class, the three-star recruit was dominant in high school. Like Martin, he is a three-level scorer who can get to the rim but also keeps the defense honest with a reliable 3-point shot. Plenty games were won thanks in part to Martin last year, and if Rivera can fill the unselfish role that Martin provided, the future of CSU will look even brighter than it already does. Ignas Sargiunas Some of the most memorable plays last season were directly from Hyron Edwards. Edwards was an incredible athlete who also wasn’t afraid to scrap around with hard-nosed defense and hustle. Edwards also shot a solid 32% from 3-point land. Sargiunas can come into the rotation this season and do some of the exact
things that were provided by Edwards. Sargiunas is a sharp-shooter and can even improve on Edwards’ 3-point numbers at a greater volume. That same flash and spark off the bench is a role that Sargiunas will be comfortable thriving in this season. The 6-foot-5-inch guard from Lithuania redshirted last season after transferring to Niko Medved’s program from the University of Georgia. Edwards did a lot of the dirty work last season and was always reliable to lock up opposing guards. CSU hopes Sargiunas can provide this same spark while also adding even more of a scoring punch. Expectations are high this year for the Rams. We can only hope for a normal season despite the global pandemic, but with sports like professional baseball and basketball starting back up this week, the table has been set for the Rams to improve on their 20-12 record from last year. Bailey Bassett can be reached at sports@collegian.com.
Nico Carvacho and Kris Martin talk during the first round of the Mountain West Conference Tournament against Boise State on March 13, 2019, in Las Vegas. COLLEGIAN FILE PHOTO
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CSU sport clubs are a mix of community and competition By Scott Nies @scott_nies98
The bedrock of sport clubs is community and a lot of competition — heed the emphasis on competition because if you join a sport club with the idea it will be an extended season-long intramural team, you will be sorely mistaken. If you are new to Colorado State University, there is a strong chance that sport clubs will look significantly different to you than they did for me during my freshman year due to the COVID-19 pandemic’s halt on sports. Practices and seasons are still very much up in the air, and there is currently no official word on how the fall sport club seasons will look. However, the community you can find throughout the numerous sports under the sport club umbrella is still available and will be present regardless of on-field presence of these teams. There are roughly 30 sport clubs offered at CSU, and they range from the alpine ski team to esports to shotgun sports. If you want to compete in it, chances are CSU has a team for you. I’ve been playing on the Colorado State men’s rugby team since the day I walked into the dorms, and the focus and intensity each player brings to every practice and game is enough to convince you that it is a fully-funded NCAA program. It is definitely not, but that’s not a bad thing. Prospective sport club athletes should know there is usually a fee to play each semester, depending on your sport. This helps clubs fund their travel, jerseys and coaching payments throughout the year. Most sport clubs practice three to five times a week with games being played on the weekends. Who you compete against depends on your sport and the league you are in. Travel is an essential part of sport clubs, and you can expect to be traveling in and out of the state to play opponents. You may not be traveling by plane or in team buses — often I find myself crammed with seven other rugby players into a rented minivan on an eighthour drive to New Mexico — but having the opportunity to represent your school is worth every second of cramped car space. Sport clubs are completely student-run. Officers, the members of each team’s leadership group, are responsible
Colorado State rugby takes on New Mexico on Nov. 9, 2019, on the Intramural Fields. CSU won by a landslide score of 60-8. COLLEGIAN FILE PHOTO
for booking games, field space, referees, organizing travel and every other logistical or financial administrative responsibility you could think of. Luckily, students do have help in the form of the sport club advisors and the staff that work at the club sports’ office in the Rec Center to help orchestrate the numerous moving parts that allow the clubs to exist.
“Rugby has resulted in more bruises, blood and stress than I can possibly account for, but the growth as a member of the CSU community I have seen in myself from taking part in this sport is second to none.” The community that I found with the CSU men’s rugby team is one that has carried me through college, a sentiment I am sure many students across many other club sports will share. I never had an awkward move-in day to the dorms or
trouble finding my first couple classes because instantly I had over 30 teammates bonded by competition and a love for the sport that took me under their wing. Since my naive freshman year, I have become the team’s president and will start working within the sport club department this fall. Being the president of a sport club is stressful but extremely rewarding. It has allowed me to help build and grow our team as my seniors did for me. Plus, it doesn’t look terrible on a resume. Rugby has resulted in more bruises, blood and stress than I can possibly account for, but the growth as a member of the CSU community I have seen in myself from taking part in this sport is second to none. I urge incoming students to take a chance on any club sport you may be interested in. Even if seasons get canceled this year, reach out to the teams and try to get involved. If not this year, maybe next, and worst-case scenario, you get to know some people with common interests and stay involved with a sport you love. Scott Nies can be reached at sports@collegian.com.
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Local massage therapist provides healing for caregivers By Anna von Pechmann @PechmannVon
Following the COVID-19 pandemic and months of ongoing Black Lives Matter protests, many are experiencing increased stresses. One local Black-owned business offers a reprieve: massage. Gina Michelle is a licensed massage therapist and the owner of Malama Massage and Bodywork, a Fort Collins massage therapy company located at 1113 Stoney Hill Drive, Unit A. Since reopening in mid-May, it has been booked solid. “I am not without work right now, and I’m so blessed and grateful,” Michelle said. In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, Michelle’s practice has continued to be a safe space for clients, primarily pregnant women and, increasingly, health care workers to relieve stress. In the name of the practice, “Malama” means to care, support, nurture and honor in the Hawaiian language, according to their website. “My mission statement is facilitating healing and conscious awakening on the massage table and in the water as an aquatic bodyworker,” Michelle said. Michelle said that Temple Style lomi lomi massage is a common thread through the various bodywork treatments the practice offers. Temple Style lomi lomi is a style of massage that primarily uses forearm runs, integrating movements that are circles or figure eights, according to the Sacred Lomi website. The movements are designed to “confuse the thinking mind.” Michelle said this type of bodywork was originally provided to shamans in Hawaii going through a rite of passage. A lot of the bodywork is about moving limbs in a “wax on wax off” movement to theoretically integrate endings to beginnings. “It’s this constant movement,” Michelle said. “You can imagine in Hawaii, the ocean bringing in and the ocean taking out.” During the COVID-19 stayat-home and safer-at-home orders, many people were given the opportunity to do some soul searching and reflect. Although one might find a source for their psychological pain, it can be difficult to find ways to release that discomfort. Michelle first finds physical discomforts and helps the client realize where the stress comes from psychologically, releasing that physical tension with the hopes of healing the mind as well. “(Michelle) gets to know you and what is going on in your life to help you reduce that stress ending up in parts of your body,” client Betsy Cairo said. “I was navigating a big life change and needed bodywork to help relieve tension when I first met Gina (Michelle),” client Lauren Sullivan said. “Her kind and gentle ap-
proach helped me process the fear and anxiety around that change. Gina (Michelle) has an intuitive way of reading the body and knowing how to restore balance amongst the various systems.” When Michelle became pregnant, she said she noticed that there was an alarming lack of massage therapists willing to work with pregnant women. After 1,000 hours of training at the Boulder College of Massage Therapy and specialized training in prenatal and postpartum bodywork, Michelle was ready to care for the underserved demographic of pregnant women. Michelle said that most clients come in as pregnant women and continue seeing her through the process of becoming a mother. She also teaches new mothers how to take care of their bodies after birth and how to massage their babies, which studies show may help the neurological and digestive system. “It’s the perfect time, actually, to really fortify or to initiate a new paradigm of what it means to be a mother,” Michelle said. “The old paradigm is the mother sacrifices herself for everything, and she comes last. So, the new paradigm is when mama’s happy, everyone’s happy.” Long-term client Meredith Towle first started receiving bodywork from Michelle when she was pregnant for the first time. Five years later, Towle still comes to Malama Massage and Bodywork. “Gina (Michelle) is in a league of her own above anyone else I’ve ever received a massage from,” Towle said. “I always leave sessions feeling physically so much better and also, somehow, transcended to a better frame of mind.” Along that same vein, Michelle must care for herself while providing so much care for others. Although the steady stream of clients is not new to her, the stress levels are high. “(Clients) are bringing in their stresses about COVID(-19), they’re bringing in their stresses about how COVID(-19) impacts them, they’re bringing their stresses about social awareness and change since George Floyd and they also bring in their own awareness that they’re coming to a person of color, and so it’s all of this contained every day, repeating four to five times, different one-onones. ... It’s a lot,” Michelle said. Nevertheless, Michelle continues to provide revered care to a grateful community. “As far as the health care practitioners that come in, they’re grateful that I’m in practice, and they’re grateful that I know what I’m doing because they really need to just drop in on the table and let go,” Michelle said. “And they don’t talk about work, they just want to de-stress.” Anna von Pechmann can be reached at entertainment@ collegian.com.
Malama Massage and Bodywork owner and massage therapist Gina Michelle poses for a portrait at her office July 24. PHOTO BY ANNA VON PECHMANN THE COLLEGIAN
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Community members help students mask up for move-in By Lauryn Bolz @laurynbolz
It is quickly becoming apparent that face masks will be an integral part of life on Colorado State University’s campus for the foreseeable future. According to the Centers for Disease Control, face masks or coverings mitigate the spread of COVID-19 by blocking respiratory drops of infected persons. This is especially important since some people are asymptomatic or pre-symptomatic, meaning they don’t show symptoms but still contribute to spreading the virus. As businesses, restaurants and now schools reopen around the country, Fort Collins community members are stepping up to make sure everyone can be masked and healthy. “Although Colorado does not share the infectivity rates of states like Texas or Florida, we still need to be alert,” said Deanna Krausse, an admin for the Sew it for COVID Facebook page. “We aren’t out of the woods until a vaccine is found. Masks are essential to keeping transmission in check.” Krausse, whose son will be a freshman on campus, is doing everything she can to make a difference. She and the 2,141 volunteers on the Facebook page Sew it for
Covid have distributed over 5,000 masks, surgical caps and gowns to date, according to Krausse. “Every person that receives a product from us has the potential to cut the transmission (of COVID-19),” Krausse said. “It is incredibly fulfilling to know we are saving lives.” Since the CDC has recommended everyone use masks as source control, Krausse and Sew it for Covid have focused on the safety of the broader community, especially as students return to campus. “College is a time for having fun,” Krausse said. “It just needs to be done responsibly. Otherwise, we will end up going back to online classes, which isn’t ideal for anyone.” Krausse stressed the importance of not just wearing a mask but making sure it is secured properly. “It’s important also to know how to safely wear a mask,” Krausse said. “Cover your nose and mouth at all times, and (do not) grab the front of the mask or touch it when wearing it. If the mask is doing its job, viral particles can be on the outside of the mask.” The return of students and their families to campus also means that Old Town will wake up from its usual summer slumber. Several independent Fort Collins retailers have joined in to help reinvigorate
the economy safely by selling face masks and coverings. “(Wearing a mask) is important because people are deciding to venture out,” said Christie Wolf, owner of Kansas City Kitty. “We all need to make sure we are being as safe as possible during the pandemic. We protect you by wearing a mask, and you protect us by wearing a mask. It is simply the right thing to do.” Kansas City Kitty, along with other small retailers, has allowed tourists and shoppers to enjoy their local shopping experience safely. Though COVID-19 has proven a challenge for many Old Town businesses, mask-wearing is a simple and easy way to continue to support local boutiques, restaurants and retailers. “This is such a challenging time for so many right now,” Wolf said. “It is important to support those businesses that you want to see survive through all of this. We love our community, and it wouldn’t be the same without all of us here.” Though people have used masks to protect themselves and others throughout the pandemic, Gov. Jared Polis released a statewide mask order July 16. “We have learned that widespread mask use is a low cost and highly effective way to reduce the
A student wears a mask covering her face from nose to chin to prevent the spread of COVID-19. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY MATT TACKETT THE COLLEGIAN
spread of COVID-19 infections by as much as 65%,” Polis said in the order. “Broad adoption of mask wearing in Colorado may have significant economic benefits by allowing the state to prevent reclosures of businesses and schools and, ultimately, return to our normal lives more quickly.” The order states that face masks or coverings are required for people 10 years of age and older in indoor spaces and while using services. On July 21, CSU President Joyce McConnell followed Polis’ lead and stated in an email that masks will be required while in any
University space, including all inside and outside spaces except private rooms. Though the reopening of CSU’s campus will undoubtedly pose challenges we have never seen before, wearing a mask is an easy way to show care for your Fort Collins neighbors. “Young people may not understand that, although they feel healthy and don’t have symptoms, that they could still be carriers,” Krausse said. “By wearing a mask, they not only protect themselves but the whole community.” Lauryn Bolz can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.
FOOD & DINING
5 Fort Collins food challenges to test your stomach By Scott Nies @scott_nies98
At the time of writing, all restaurants below currently allow patrons to dine-in with the exception of Fat Shack. However, as Larimer County sees a rise in recent COVID-19 cases, be sure to be on the lookout for how your favorite restaurants and food challenges will be adapting to help mitigate the spread of the virus. 1. Beau Jo’s – The Beau Jo’s 14er Pizza Challenge Although not local to Fort Collins, this is arguably the most famous challenge on this list due to the exposure Beau Jo’s received from the popular TV show “Man vs. Food.” According to the Beau Jo’s menu, this challenge asks customers to “conquer a Colorado legendary 14er!” This two-person challenge requires the participants to inhale all 14 pounds of the Beau Jo’s Grand Sicilian pizza. If you can finish the pizza, crust and all, in under an hour, you will get the $80 price tag eliminated, a $100 cash prize and two free Beau Jo’s t-shirts.
2. Pizza Casbah – The 30’’ Pizza Challenge & The Triple Threat The 30’’ Pizza Challenge requires grit, sheer mental focus and a buddy who has an equally large appetite. This challenge requires you to reserve it in advance and has a $50 buy-in fee.
“You can’t deny the absurdity of watching someone inhale over 21,000 calories of hot dog in such a short amount of time.” Participants have one hour to take down a 30-inch pizza with five toppings of their choosing. Winners get “their money back, a 30% off buyer’s card good for an entire year and also instant popularity as a food warrior!” according to the Casbah website. The Triple Threat, also from Casbah, is only for individuals, but that doesn’t make the food any less daunting. You have one hour to eat three stacked giant cheese pizza slic-
es with five toppings that are then wrapped in dough and deep-fried. If you are able to finish this pizza tower you get a 30% off buyer’s card for the entire year. 3. Sundance Steakhouse & Saloon – 80 oz Steak Challenge An 80-ounce steak cooked to preference, a loaded baked potato, vegetable du jour, a side salad and a dinner roll with butter. If that sentence doesn’t already make you feel full, this may be the challenge for you. Although the $80 for the challenge must be prepaid, if you can complete the challenge under the 60-minute timeline, you get your money back, a t-shirt and a featured post on their social media page. Sundance has a more extensive list of rules for the competition that you can see here. 4. Fat Shack – The 8” Fat Shack Sandwich Challenge Potentially the hardest feat on this list with only two confirmed winners, according to their website, this challenge comes in at 1.5 pounds of sandwich and has participants attempt to eat three Fat Shack sandwiches in under 30 minutes. Many of these sandwiches have mozzarella sticks, chicken fin-
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gers and jalapeño poppers. Those that attempt this challenge must be willing to have their picture placed on Fat Shack’s “Legends” or “Weak Sauce wall.” Winners get their money back, some Fat Shack memorabilia and your picture on the wall. 5. Wing Shack Wings – Bear Hot Challenge The shortest challenge on this list makes up for its lack of food with extreme heat. The Bear Hot Challenge sees eaters try to consume 10 Bear Hot Wing Shack wings in un-
der five minutes. The wings are so hot that all participants must sign a disclaimer prior to eating. According to the official rules of the challenge, there are no napkins, no dressings and no excuses allowed. Winners get a custom Wing Shack hat, their picture on the wall and “their name will be forever immortalized in the annals of Wing Shack History!” Scott Nies can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.
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Quarantunes: 5 songs for your pandemic playlist By Noah Pasley @PasleyNoah
With much of the entertainment industry on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s all too easy to fall into a rut of rewatching old shows on Netflix or snuggling up to old playlists. But even as movie theaters and album tours have hit pause, many in the music industry have pressed play. Here are five songs you probably missed: 1. “Apocalypse” by Nati Dreddd A newer name than any on this list, Nati Dreddd is perhaps best known for her TikTok, where she has amassed about 450,000 followers and 3.2 million likes by recording herself as she sings songs such as “The Drunken Scotsman” and “Jenny of Oldstones” from “Game of Thrones” in her now-famous Scottish accent. Dreddd released her first single, “Apocalypse,” in early July, and while it lacks her iconic Scottish accent, it more than makes up for it with the subtle acoustic guitar and her chilling vocals. The result is an intimate connection as Dreddd
confronts the mediocrity of her 9-to-5. 2. “Lay Your Head On Me” by Major Lazer feat. Marcus Mumford Well-renowned for their music in the electronic dance music genre, Major Lazer dips into the alternative scene with “Lay Your Head On Me.” While the song still incorporates many elements of Major Lazer’s typical fare, the song transcends the synth with smooth vocals from Marcus Mumford, lead singer of the British folk rock band Mumford & Sons, to create a song about brighter days on the horizon. 3. “my future” by Billie Eilish A household name for many, Billie Eilish has had her fame climb rapidly since her debut in 2015 with the song “Ocean Eyes,” written and produced by her brother, Finneas. Since then, the artist released her 2019 debut album WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP, WHERE DO WE GO? and recorded a song for the upcoming James Bond film, “No Time to Die.” In her newest single, released July 30, Eilish follows in
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eral music groups in the alternative industry, “Zen” is X Ambassadors’ most recent release following their ORION album in 2019. The single also follows grandson’s May album, Text Voter XX to 40649, which is part of a political activism campaign, including music collaborations (one with K.Flay) and a podcast. The song is about finding “f*cking zen” as each artist sings about life under quaran-
tine and how they are coping with their “new normal.” Sam Harris, lead vocalist for X Ambassadors, mentions asking friends for pictures of their pets or cycling through meditation apps, whereas K.Flay and grandson describe social distancing and their feelings of frustration and depression from being cooped up inside. Noah Pasley can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.
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‘Small hinges swing big doors’: Supporting Black-owned businesses By Paige Moorhead @MoorheadPaige
As we take to the streets to protest and post to social media to denounce racism and police brutality, we must also remember as consumers, where we spend our money matters. One of the ways to join the movement for equity is supporting local Black-owned businesses in our community. Dezel Shallenberg is a local reiki teacher, massage therapist and also teaches self-defense classes. She is the owner of Black Lotus Healing Arts. “Loving an individual Black person, it gives you a chance to have more empathy,” Shallenberg said. “If you don’t have Black friends in your circle, doing business with Black people is another way to expand your circle and learn about us.”
“I feel like, because I can interact with so many different people on a business level, … I can send more compassionate humans out into the world.” DEZEL SHALLENBERG OWNER,BLACK LOTUS HEALING ARTS
Shallenberg said one of the most valuable parts about supporting Black-owned businesses is simply the human side of it. “All of my work is interacting with humans,” Shallenberg said. “I feel like, because I can interact with so many different people on a business level, … I can send more compassionate humans out into the world.” Gina Michelle is a local licensed massage therapist and owner of Malama Massage & Bodywork. Michelle said it is important for community support but it must be for the right reasons, and you must discover the reasoning behind your desire to support. “Is it because what Blackowned businesses have to offer you believe is essential and valuable to your community?” Michelle said. “Is it because you’ve had a deeper awakening that people behind Blackowned businesses go through societal pressures, microaggressions and inequities yet still persist to put themselves out there as business owners? … Is it because you’ve become curious about what someone who has a different life-experience has to offer in the commu-
nity? Is it because you see our humanity and have compassion for recognizing that we too have similar goals for living and working and prospering where we live?” Michelle said she believes shopping at Black-owned businesses shows allyship because when we treat all business owners with genuine support, we lift the entirety of our community out of inequity. “When we support the community, the community supports us,” Michelle said. “Every business owner wants to have a sense of pride and belonging to the towns they’ve rooted their business in. Patronage builds that with a sense of belonging and warmth and this gets passed back and forth like an energy loop that has the potential to never end. It has the potential to become stronger and bigger within its community.” Joe Buckner is the owner of Beautifully Savage, a local boxing and physical fitness center. He said the conversation of wanting to help Black businesses is occurring as more people see violence through cameras and social media screens. Buckner said it’s necessary to promote businesses that are in alignment with who you are as an individual. “Less for me right now is ‘let me intentionally find Black businesses to support,’” Buckner said. “I’m paying attention to who’s being silent (and) who’s not taking a stand and making the conscious decision to never support them again.” Buckner said the African American population in Fort Collins is not even 1% which leaves few Black businesses to care about. Buckner said that’s not a knock against Black businesses that exist, but exposes the difficulty in Fort Collins to find a Black real estate agent, a Black mortgage broker or a Black banker.
“Small hinges swing big doors. We have to make small incremental changes where we’re at. We have to move through this world with empathy.” JOE BUCKNER OWNER, BEAUTIFULLY SAVAGE
“The conversation I want to start leading is how do we get to that point — where there are more Black business owners because we are one of the races
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that have zero economic basis in this country,” Buckner said. Buckner said that one thing we can all do right now is to be the best person we can be within our space without worrying too much about being like Martin Luther King Jr. or Malcolm X. He said we have to get outside of thinking that everything we do has to be massive. “Small hinges swing big doors,” Buckner said. “We have to make small incremental changes where we’re at. We have to move through this world with empathy.” There are actions the community can take to create a more inclusive, diverse environment. Shallenberg said she feels like people show up during times of crisis, but they don’t show up every day. “What that looks like is saying to your friends when something racial comes up, ‘That’s racist. I don’t want to hear that,’” Shallenberg said. “It goes a long way. You may reach some people who will then hold other people accountable. It will no longer be a racist echo chamber.” Michelle said another gesture our community can take is urge local police to remove blue lives matter flag decals from their police vehicles. She said, though the meaning has evolved to support families and communities of officers killed in the line of duty, it is a direct countermovement to Black Lives Matter.
“I’m not sure many people know that,” Michelle said. “In my opinion, it is another example of offensive appropriation. Police lives historically predominate Black lives. We all know blue lives matter. Of course, their lives matter as they risk themselves every day during duty. But I think we can communicate the support of safety for our police officers in a different way.”
“Experiences will repeat until we wake up, learn and change. I sincerely hope you will answer the call to dedicate yourself to a more peaceful and equitable community.” GINA MICHELLE OWNDER, MALAMA MASSAGE & BODYWORK
Michelle said when she witnesses that flag on a police vehicle, it feels like a threat and makes her wonder whether her life would matter if she was in need or if she got stopped. “My son continually asks me, ‘What happens when I become a man?’” Michelle said. “How many times does a white community member contemplate the fate of their lives in a day? My skin is not like a uniform that I can take off and walk about in the world unharassed.
Now is the time to create … change.” Michelle said the deepest and most long-term action we can all take to combat racial inequality is to look within ourselves and ask what has come up for us. She said if you feel at a loss of words, keep feeling your feelings. Michelle said that no matter what stage of awakening you might be in, to keep going and heal these feelings and strive to uncover compassion. “This is our chance for growth and maturity as a collective consciousness,” Michelle said. “If you believe in fate or a higher source consciousness, then perhaps you also believe that this experience is no accident, and we are meant to consciously evolve through these present moments and heal all the way back to familial and ancestral histories. We are meant to grow out of human disparities through our lifetimes. Experiences will repeat until we wake up, learn and change. I sincerely hope you will answer the call to dedicate yourself to a more peaceful and equitable community.” Editor’s Note: Paige Moorhead is also the social sedia editor for The Collegian. Editors’s Note: Passages were updated in order to relay an accurate representation of a quote. Paige Moorhead can be reached at entertainment@ collegian.com.
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