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“When I saw the impact these bikers are making, riding to the Budweiser (Events) Center, I know that these bikers really care for the kids of the community,” Schreiber said. “While painting, it is just visions that come up — I sketch out a little something on the spot and air brush the walls. ... (The mural) took 16 hours to complete, but I also go back to fill in extra

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NEWS: Exploring student housing options in Fort Collins PAGE 6

L&C: 5 ways to cope with the cold for those who never have PAGE 8

CANNABIS: Colorado decriminalized psychedelics — now what? PAGE 12

OPINION: LTTE: CSU employees deserve to earn a livable wage for the work they do PAGE 18

SPORTS: CSU football looks to beat Air Force for first time since 2015 PAGE 24

A&E: New mural created by art students: ‘State S(t)eal’ PAGE 27

PHOTO: Border War football game PAGES 14 & 15

FOCO EVENTS FOCO EVENTS

FoCo Cafe’s 7th Anniversary and Thanksgiving Celebration at FoCo Cafe 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 25

Colorado Makers Holiday Market at the Aztlan Community Center Noon to 5 p.m. Nov. 27

University Symphony Orchestra Concert: Celestial Bodies at the CSU University Center for the Arts 7:30 p.m. Nov. 29

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Husband and wife Werner Schreiber and Heather Reimer showcase their Harley-Davidson Evolutions next to a mural they painted near the Mason Street Parking Lot for for Realities For Children, an organization that cares for children in danger of abuse, neglect and abandonment, Nov. 2. Recently, the couple participated in Realities Ride & Rally, which is an event hosted to fundraise for Realities For Children, so they donated this mural.

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Proposed regulations would limit new FoCo oil, gas facilities

By Piper Russell @piperrussell10

The Fort Collins City Council will consider adopting new oil and gas development regulations. Staff proposed new oil and gas regulations at the Oct. 25 City Council work session.

Oil and gas regulations were last updated when Senate Bill 19-181 was adopted in Colorado in April 2019. As stated on the City of Fort Collins’ website, this bill gave local governments the ability to “regulate the siting and surface impacts of oil and gas development.”

“That was a pretty major shift in the regulatory landscape and gave the city a little bit more power to control what was happening within our community,” Fort Collins City Planner Rebecca Everette said.

The City Council session Oct. 25 included discussions about regulation on new oil and gas facilities, regulation of currently existing oil and gas facilities and land development that happens in close proximity to existing wells.

The draft of the new regulations

states their purpose to “protect the public health, safety and welfare and the environment and wildlife resources by regulating oil and gas development to anticipate, avoid, minimize and mitigate adverse impacts to existing, planned and future land uses.”

Everette said the proposed regulations include a requirement that oil and gas facilities can only be located in the industrial zone district. This prevents development of new oil and gas facilities in residential and commercial areas.

Further, new oil and gas facilities wouldn’t be allowed to locate within 2,000 feet of occupiable buildings. Currently, distance requirements, called setbacks, are only applied for residential and high-occupancy buildings.

“That 2,000-foot buffer layered on top of only being allowed in the industrial zone district significantly restricts the potential for oil and gas development,” Everette said. “We’re not calling it a ban; we’re not outright banning oil and gas facilities, but it creates pretty extreme limitations on if or where oil and gas facilities can be located in the city.”

In an email to The Collegian, Kirk Longstein, a senior environmental planner for Fort Collins, explained that other aspects of the proposed regulations include “continuing to leverage state and county regulations and resources to ensure regulatory compliance for existing facilities.”

Further, Longstein wrote staff will also propose oil and gas pipelines be removed as an allowed use within public open lands and residential zone districts and that oil and gas developments be subject to a Planning and Zoning Commission review. These new policy options came as a result of public input since the Oct. 25 work session.

City Council will revisit the proposed oil and gas regulations Dec. 6. The regulations will need two readings to be approved by the council, Everette said. If the regulations are approved, they would create a new developmental process for oil and gas facilities as well as new design standards and inspection requirements.

“We’re really expecting that 2,000-foot buffer and the zoning will preclude much of any oil and gas development,” Everette said.

“Long term, our goal would be to take some of the active wells that we have now that are really low-producing wells, ... get them

out of production and ... kind of mitigate some of the potential impacts or actually occurring impacts that are happening for our community,” Everette said. “So the end goal would be no active oil and gas operations within the city limits.”

Reach Piper Russell at news@ collegian.com.

Longstein also has plans to start doing public outreach in 2023 “on updates to the land development code to include reverse setbacks from existing oil and gas facilities for new planned developments.”

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CITY

COVID-19 outlook for Larimer County: What to expect

By Emmalee Krieg @csucollegian

Entering winter means entering a new respiratory season, and each year brings different challenges, especially when it comes to COVID-19.

Along with professionals, we can keep up with the virus trends and properly protect ourselves in order to help out the greater good.

“One thing that we do know with all respiratory viruses is during, you know, the fall and winter, we always see an increase, primarily ... (when) it gets cold and people go indoors,” said Matt Bauer, regional epidemiologist in Larimer County.

The cold itself creates an environment where transmission is more likely to take place.

“As far as viral particles and respiratory droplets, in cold weather they linger in the air for longer than they do in warm and humid temperatures, so that also kind of helps it aid in transmission,” Bauer said.

Dr. Kevin Carney, a pediatric emergency medicine physician and the associate chief medical officer at Children’s Hospital Colorado, emphasized the impact the season is having on pediatric patients.

“Our emergency departments are seeing a record volume of patients,” Carney said. “In fact, the number of patients seeking care in our emergency departments on a daily basis has been on average 30% higher than even the busiest of days in previous respiratory seasons.”

While the numbers may be putting a lot of strain on medical personnel, they’ll continue to do their best.

“I do want to stress that while we’re experiencing higher volumes than we’ve ever seen, our team members are working tirelessly to ensure that every patient is treated with the best possible care,” Carney said.

“The most important thing that we can do is make sure that we get our flu vaccines,” said Scott Bookman, director of the division of disease control and public health response and COVID-19 incident commander with the CDPHE. “Stay updated on (your) COVID-19 vaccine, including the omicron dose; get your flu and your omicron dose together.”

“We urge everyone who can to get the COVID-19 vaccine and a flu shot,” Carney said.

The professionals also encourage proper hand hygiene, covering your mouth when you sneeze or cough and cleaning potentially contaminated services. It’s also important to stay home when you’re sick.

“We know that what can be a mild cold for one person can be very serious for someone else,” Bookman said. “We are at a point where we once again need to take every symptom incredibly seriously and make the right choice to stay home.”

Even the approaching holidays don’t mean we shouldn’t be just as careful.

Along with influenza and respiratory syncytial virus,COVID-19 cases are expected to increase during the winter. Dr. Rachel Herlihy, state epidemiologist for the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment, has been keeping track of the case numbers.

“Our COVID case numbers are increasing over time,” Herlihy said.

“Similar to our case data where we’re seeing an increased number of cases, we’re also seeing our percent positivity value increase.”

The number of hospitalizations for respiratory viruses has been increasing — especially COVID-19.

“Our hospitalizations ... as of (Nov. 9) were 320 hospitalizations in the state, and that is up from 218 just a week ago, so (that is) a pretty dramatic increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations as well,” Herlihy said.

“With the upcoming holidays, it’s important to be mindful of playdates, family gatherings and holiday events and to take precaution beforehand and stay home if you’re sick,” Carney said.

Another important tool to minimize the transmission of COVID-19 and other illnesses is masks.

“We learned a lot about masks through the course of the pandemic,” Herlihy said. “We know that masks are an effective strategy and an important way for individuals to decrease their risk of acquiring a

infection and also can be an important way for individuals to prevent transmission from a virus they have themselves to another person.”

When taken, these small steps have the power to get the community through another respiratory season.

Reach Emmalee Krieg at news @collegian.com.

respiratory

“The most important thing that we can do is make sure that we get our flu vaccines. ... Stay updated on (your) COVID-19 vaccine, including the omicron dose; get your flu and your omicron dose

SCOTT BOOKMAN DIRECTOR OF THE DIVISION OF DISEASE CONTROL AND PUBLIC HEALTH RESPONSE

RENTING RAMS

Exploring student housing options in Fort Collins

By Katherine Borsting @katbor2025

It’s the time of year when the question, “Where are you living next year?” starts to arise. According to SOURCE, Colorado State University has seen a 7% enrollment increase over the past year. This means housing for students within Fort Collins is more desirable, and leases are likely to fill faster.

The most obvious options when choosing housing as a CSU student include oncampus housing, off-campus apartments and houses in the neighborhoods.

The majority of on-campus housing is in the residence halls, and first-year students have to live in them — with a few exceptions, like living at home instead. When living in the dorms, students also have to choose one of the three meal plan options offered by CSU.

The on-campus option is comparatively one of the more expensive ones, totaling more

than $6,000 per semester with the room and meal plan combined. The majority of students who live in the dorms also have to share a room and bathroom, usually with someone or multiple people they barely know.

Even CSU had a housing crisis this year with students living in the dorms, as some of them were placed to live at the Best Western University Inn off campus on College Avenue.

Quincy Mort, a first-year at CSU who currently lives in Ingersoll Hall, explained how she is already feeling pressure and is worried about finding housing for next year, as this is her first interaction with any kind of lease.

“Living in the dorms is nice now, but people are already talking about where they are living next year, and it seems like we just arrived,” Mort said.

“Housing options for next year seem expensive, and I worry about finding roommates who I know well enough at this point to sign a lease with,” Mort said. “I don’t know how to get the help I need, and my parents are so far away.”

When considering renting a house, the city has a U+2 law in place. According to the City of Fort Collins website, this is to avoid “over occupancy complaints.” If renters fail to comply with this law, they could face a large fine or even eviction.

However, the average rent in Fort Collins is $1,840 dollars, which can be expensive to split

between only three college students. Due to this cost, some house renters may feel the need to add someone to their lease. However, due to the U+2 rule within the city, renters can only do so in secret, putting them at risk for legal or housing trouble.

Many students choose to live in an apartment, as many of the complexes are located closer to campus, and larger apartment facilities advertise their spaces, making them seem more available.

Addison Spiekerman is a junior at CSU and lives in The Standard apartments located right across from campus on West Lake Street.

Spiekerman discussed the pressure of already re-signing a lease in her current living situation, as she has been notified that the place she currently lives is already filling up.

“Right now, the apartments I live in are already notifying me and my roommates to resign, as the apartment is filling up,” Spiekerman said. “We are constantly getting emails saying that the occupancy for next year is limited and we should renew our lease if we want a spot.”

Spiekerman went on to explain how the year prior, she did not sign her lease until the spring, and this year, she’s worried if she doesn’t resign or sign a new place soon, she might be out of luck with how fast her apartment is filling up.

Spiekerman shares her apartment with three roommates.

Spiekerman said she determined living in an apartment was the best option, as the appeal of having everything included was what sold her, and a house just seemed like too much work.

Spiekerman also touched on how the worry of not finding a place to live was present early on when she looked last year, so she decided to sign early.

As the Fort Collins and CSU populations grow, it is likely housing options for students will be harder to find. As the fall semester comes to a close, student leases may also be harder to find, and with the desirability of certain housing options, rent costs could very well rise within Fort Collins.

Reach Katherine Borsting at news@ collegian.com.

“Living in the dorms is nice now, but people are already talking about where they are living next year, and it seems like we just arrived.”

QUINCY MORT CSU STUDENT

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NACC keynote speaker showcases Indigenous representation

RASA HUMEYUMPTEWA NACC STUDENT SUCCESS COORDINATOR

By Katherine Borsting @katbor2025

As the month of November continues on and the weather begins to chill, it is important to remember this month also marks Native American Heritage Month. Colorado State University’s Native American Cultural Center is holding events all month to highlight the importance of Native American culture.

Nov. 10, the NACC hosted keynote speaker D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, an actor in the show “Reservation Dogs.” During his discussion at CSU, he highlighted the importance of Native American culture within television along with how it is to work on a mostly Indigenous-run set.

The event began with a viewing of the first episode of season two of “Reservation Dogs,” which can be streamed on Hulu. The show highlights four Indigenous teens in rural Oklahoma living among their Indigenous families and experiencing struggles and learning about their culture.

After the episode ended, WoonA-Tai, who plays Bear Smallhill on the show, came out and went more in depth on his experience and how “Reservation Dogs” represents Indigenous people.

“People forget we had representation before in the media, except it was negative and stereotypical,” Woon-A-Tai said.

He said this in regard to how Native American culture has been portrayed in the past. He went on to

explain the important thing about “Reservation Dogs” is that it has Indigenous people in all departments running the show, along with most of the actors being Indigenous.

As Woon-A-Tai went on, he also pointed out how the show has funny qualities that make it enjoyable to watch.

“The show discusses Indigenous issues that need to be noticed, but they do it in a humorous way,” Woon-A-Tai said.

He made it a point to mention if you’re going to make fun of anyone, make fun of yourself first, which is something the show does but not in a disrespectful way.

Rasa Humeyumptewa, student success coordinator for the NACC, explained why this type of representation in the media and events such as this are important to have.

“Having an accurate representation of Native peoples in the media is critical because it gives Native peoples a chance to truly show our expansive culture,” Humeyumptewa said. “It also allows us to move beyond the monolithic notions of who and what Native peoples are.”

She went on to explain the importance of Native American Heritage Month and how the recognition of Native hardships is necessary. She described how these issues are not just restricted to Native people within the United States but all over the world.

“The best way for non-Native folks to be more aware of the Indigenous community is to educate yourself,”

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Humeyumptewa said. “This means not only looking up the history of what land you are on.”

This is important especially at CSU, as it is a land-grant institution, meaning the land was taken from Natives in order to

build the university. It also means events often begin with the reading of the Land Acknowledgment, which discusses how CSU is placed upon Arapaho, Cheyenne and Ute tribe lands.

This keynote speaker event

highlighted the importance of supporting Indigenous creators and artists as well as explained how to be conscious of Native cultures — not only at CSU but everywhere.

Reach Katherine Borsting at life@ collegian.com.

“Having an accurate representation of Native peoples in the media is critical because it gives Native peoples a chance to truly show our expansive culture. It also allows us to move beyond the monolithic notions of who and what Native peoples are.”

5 ways to cope with the cold for those who never have TIPS AND TRICKS

By Alexander Wilson @alexgrey0604

The snow whistles through the air as new students create snow angels and try to catch a snowflake with their tongues, but this only lasts until they realize snow is cold.

Every year, Fort Collins averages around 46 inches of snow, yet every year, there’s a new student from California freezing in shorts and a T-shirt.

Chloe Tognacci, a new student from Phoenix, experienced snow for the first time a few days ago.

“It’s definitely cold here, but I think I’ve gotten more used to it,” Tognacci said. “I get made fun of for wearing lots of layers.”

Here are some ways you can get used to the snow too.

1. Snow tires

Even if your car is in fourwheel drive, if you plan to drive to Horsetooth Reservoir or have an 8 a.m. class in the University Center for the Arts you drive to, you’re going to want to get snow tires.

The City of Fort Collins prioritizes plowing busy streets like

College Avenue, Prospect Road, Harmony Road and Lemay Avenue in the event of snow. The city will plow other low-traffic areas in emergency cases.

Having snow tires ensures the safety of your vehicle and passengers, as they are equipped to handle freezing temperatures.

2. Check your exhaust pipe

The exhaust pipe of a vehicle ensures that carbon monoxide does not get trapped and harm any passengers.

During the winter season, exhaust pipes can break from ice, snow and potholes. Checking an exhaust system can be dangerous, so it is suggested to consult a professional. Exhaust noise, slow acceleration and a burning smell are the top indicators of an exhaust issue.

In order to ensure your safety, you should get your car checked every few months.

3. Undergarments

Base layers are the most important part of any winter outfit. Undergarments provide a layer of insulation against the skin and also wick away your sweat. For

winter, wear wool — it is warmer and more durable for withstanding weather changes.

“I think wool is generally the way to go if you want a natural fiber that’s going to keep you warm and not wet,” said Tom Stoffer, a climber in Colorado. “Polyester does a great job too, but it is a poly-blend, so any time you wash it, you do lose microplastics into the water supply.

“I do tend to subscribe to the idea that cotton is rotten in the outdoors,” Stoffer added. “If it gets wet, it’s just going to keep you cold. It doesn’t warm very quick; it doesn’t dry very quick.”

Invest in a warm pair of gloves, some wool socks and a thermal beanie. It could also be helpful to get hand warmers for some extra warmth. But you cannot forget that outer layer. Get a windbreaker or puffer jacket to ensure you stay dry.

4. Shoes

Snow boots are essential in Fort Collins. The shoes not only provide extra insulation and are waterproof, but they also have extra traction to prevent you from ending up on @barstoolcsu for slipping and falling on The Plaza. Pair these with a nice

pair of warm wool socks and some hand warmers for a cozy winter.

Hearne’s Footwear and Clothing, JAX Outdoor Gear and Second Wind Sports are great businesses to stop by to make sure you have all your winter clothes.

5. Blankets

There are many options for winter blankets so you don’t freeze in the middle of the night.

Thermal blankets are nice if you plan to be outdoors or in your car. They are meant to withstand harsh temperatures; however, the noise might get annoying in your bed.

Working similarly to a heating pad, heated blankets can also become a fire hazard.

Wool blankets are perfect for any situation that doesn’t involve snow. The blankets are soft and able to be brought into any environment.

Even if you think you are used to the cold, it is always best to stay on the safe and warm side.

“If you’re coming from out of state, definitely reach out to people (in) state if you have any questions,” Stoffer said.

Reach Alexander Wilson at life@ collegian.com.

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Colorado State University students deals with food insecurity.

5 ways to enjoy fall break away from home HOLIDAYS

profit cafe is open on Thanks giving. FoCo Cafe will serve a traditional Thanksgiving meal as well as gluten-free and vegan op tions. You can register for pickup by Nov. 22, and they will also be open for dine-in on Thanksgiv ing with no reservation required; it’s first come, first served. This is a great option to have a prop er Friendsgiving meal with other students who have also chosen to

. Get active in the Fort Collins Thanksgiving Day Run

Partnered with RamStrength — a nonprofit organization that helps fund cancer survivors in need of finan cial assistance — this run is in honor of Michael Trinen, a lung cancer pa tient who died Thanksgiving week 2020. The annual run begins at 9 a.m. Nov. 24. Although signing up prior to the race is not necessary, the event coordinators will increase the price on the day of the event.

The current entry fees are $42 for adults and $28 for youth ages 17 and under. The race starts at West Mountain Avenue and South College Avenue. Run with fellow students to support local cancer patients and balance out that hefty meal on Thanksgiving.

3. Enjoy the Greeley Lights the Night Parade

At 5:30 p.m. Nov. 26, Greeley will be hosting a parade along 9th Avenue and 14th Street. The parade will showcase floats, lights, holiday treats, visits with Santa, horse-drawn carriages, live music and dances. With more than 50 expected entries this year, many are hoping to win one of the four awards: best display, best use of lights, best music and Santa’s

paintings and other handmade cre ations. It will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 25 and 26 for the public to enjoy. Support local artists by buying some early holiday gifts for your loved ones.

Although staying on campus during the break isn’t always fun, there are many activities to keep you busy and help you enjoy the company of other students.

Reach Alexander Wilson at life@ collegian.com.

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STRAIN REVIEW

Cheese Puffs: A giggly strain for a cheesy laugh

By Catey Nelson @csucollegian

When I first got the text from my roommate that she picked up an eighth of weed last weekend, I was psyched. With fall break around the corner and all the deadlines that come along with it, I knew I’d need a “calm before the storm” evening to recoup before diving into the week.

I won’t lie: I was a bit hesitant about using the Cheese Puffs strain for my review, given my predisposed distaste toward any inhalant that includes a dairy product in its title. After smoking it, though, the dairy affiliation quickly became a forgotten thought.

Cheese Puffs is a generic hybrid strain from Willie’s Reserve containing 19.76% THC, bought at Green Dragon on College Avenue for $34.99 before tax. I also picked up some King Palm wraps to enhance the smoking experience.

After the weekend’s activities wound down and I found a good stopping point with my classwork, I called and invited a tried-and-true stoner queen (and a very a good friend of mine) to help me in my novel experience of evaluating a strain. Conveniently, she was also looking forward to relaxing that evening.

We queued up the infamous Cameron Diaz movie “Bad Teacher,” which neither of us had seen before, then rolled up our first palm joint. After packing as much ground Cheese Puffs as I could into the palm leaf and lighting it up, the gooning began before we knew it.

As if we were suddenly highly accredited budtenders, we began spouting off an array of vernacular attempting to describe the taste of the weed, using words like “zesty,” “skunky” and “charcuterie-esque.”

The taste was initially fruity and pleasing and then seemed to have a subliminal punch of savory that felt similar to kush strains.

Given its hybrid nature, I felt I couldn’t help my brain from needing to make dumb jokes about my newly appointed connoisseur status with cheese puns and ganja jargon.

My body felt blissfully content in its cozy position under the

BECAUSE I GOT HIGH

First time fried and smoking with a cold

By Guest Author @csucollegian

Editor’s Note: “Because I Got High” content consists of community story submissions and does not represent the views of The Collegian or its editorial board. The Collegian does not promote underage or excessive substance use or impairment for the purpose of creating a submission.

First time fried

The first time I smoked, I thought it would last forever and that my brain would be screwed up for life — I’d be perma-fried. I cried because I didn’t want to be high at school, but my mouth was so dry and I was so confused that I ended up getting distracted from

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couch blankets. The freely spoken conversation at the beginning of the high was lighthearted and giggly and continued that way throughout the evening. At one point, we almost forgot about the movie because we went on a random — and at the time, hilarious — tangent about a meme from 2014.

I really appreciated the notable absence of overthinking this strain facilitated. The transition from sober to stoned felt easy and natural. With some strains, I’ve felt overwhelmed after the inhale, as their effects on heart rate and brain activity take place quite quickly and are more prone to induce the uneasy cycle of anxiety. Cheese Puffs felt like the opposite, providing a kinder, more mellow impact on my nervous system.

The smoking process was incredibly enhanced by the King Palm leaf, both through taste and

filtration. I recommend enjoying this pricey strain using your favorite method, whether that’s a gravity bong, a blunt wrap or a smooth palm, like what I went with. Whatever your method, choose wisely, as Cheese Puffs burns fast.

Overall, getting high on Cheese Puffs was a fun experience — it

brought me back to a childlike energy reminiscent of the first time I ever smoked weed. Be forewarned, though: Smoking this strain gives a contagious desire to giggle, no matter how cheesy the joke.

Reach Catey Nelson at cannabis@ collegian.com.

my sadness by Bon Appetit’s “From the Test Kitchen.” Then I fell asleep, waking up normal. LOL.

Smoking with a cold

One of my less wise decisions was to smoke with a cold. My friends and I used a bong, which helped a bit, but those hits were definitely mistakes I couldn’t help but make. It was a nice enough high, but damn. My lungs straight up did not want to function the next day, and I’m still not sure if I passed on my bug to any of my friends. Sorry guys.

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Colorado decriminalized psychedelics — now what?

By Grayson Acri @guy1376

As of Nov. 9, the vote was called on Colorado Proposition 122, decriminalizing certain psychedelic compounds and legalizing eventual therapeutic use. With just 53% of the vote, the ballot initiative will begin to be enacted.

Let’s break down what’s changing and why, starting with the changes to be implemented first.

Decriminalization of five natural psychedelic substances will happen before anything else. Psilocybin, psilocin, mescaline (but not peyote), ibogaine and dimethyltryptamine (DMT) will all be decriminalized statewide.

Decriminalization means that possession of a small amount of these substances for personal, religious or other usage, provided the owner is at least 21 years old, will not lead to civil or criminal charges and will not be high priority for law enforcement. Sale, however, is still prohibited, and persons under the age of 21 will be charged with a petty drug offense if caught in possession or use. Cultivation and distribution are more complicated.

Growth is allowed provided “the plants and fungi are kept in or on the grounds of a private home or residence” and “the plants and fungi

are secured from access by persons under 21 years of age,” according to the proposition.

Intentional cultivation of associated fungi and plants outside a private residence in a taskspecific facility for the purpose of consumption do not get the same protections. In Denver, where psilocybin was decriminalized in 2019, enforcing possession laws regarding psilocybin has become a lower priority for the Denver Police Department. It’s unclear if this will become a statewide guide.

Distribution is restricted to “giving away (the decriminalized psychedelics) for personal use without remuneration to a person or persons 21 years of age or older.” Essentially, giving away the decriminalized drugs is not illegal, but accepting any compensation for them is.

Psilocybin and psilocin are compounds in “magic mushrooms,” with psilocybin being the compound before consumption and psilocin the metabolized version. They’re essentially the same compound and are used interchangeably most of the time. Trips can last between four to six hours and sometimes longer depending on the mushroom strain.

Mescaline is a psychedelic compound found in certain types of cacti in southern Texas, Mexico and South America. Peyote, which

is not decriminalized, is one of the cacti that produce mescaline in little button growths off the top. Mescaline and peyote are illegal under federal laws but are given an exception for certain Native American rituals. Trips typically last about 12 hours with a peak about two hours in.  Ibogaine is probably the strangest item on this list. It is considered a psychedelic, but its main use is as addiction treatment. There are some treatment centers in Canada, Mexico and other countries, but the evidence of the substance’s effectiveness is limited.

Finally,there’s dimethyltryptamine, or DMT. DMT is the strongest of the hallucinogens here but also the shortest trip, usually ending 30-45 minutes after smoking or injecting. Ayahuasca is a ceremonial use of DMT prepared as a drink, which increases its duration to approximately four hours.

All five of these things have one major thing in common: They’re naturally occurring in plants. This does not automatically give them a pass for safety. They’re serious drugs, hence the Schedule 1 classifications across the board. It does distinguish them, however, from other psychedelics, notably LSD, that are synthesized in labs.

All of these drugs are widely

considered to be nonaddictive, which makes sense seeing how they’re being considered as potential addiction treatments and are difficult to overdose on depending on the consumption method.

Their biggest danger lies in mental conditions. A person with a history of psychosis should steer well clear of hallucinogenics, as they can potentially flare up symptoms. Drug interactions are not formally studied with illegal drugs, but the effects of antidepressants and other drugs influencing serotonin levels can be altered by the concurrent use of psychedelics.

It’s also important to remember that while these drugs will be decriminalized, they are illegal in Colorado currently and federally illegal and will not be able to be legally obtained beyond certain narrow provisions. Decriminalization and legalization are not the same thing.

That covers what’s being decriminalized. How about what’s being legalized?

Proposition 122 gives the Department of Regulatory Agencies until 2024 to establish a legal framework for licensing facilitators and other support staff needed to carry out psychedelic therapy. Notably, these directives only apply to psilocybin and psilocin.

Patients will need to be at least

21 years old and suffer from a rather small list of conditions to be eligible for therapy, including PTSD, cases involving terminal illnesses, depression (mostly for rare treatment-resistant kinds) and addiction.

In 2026, DORA can opt to expand the list of substances available for therapeutic use but is not allowed to until then.

How does this new law compare to medical cannabis or even recreational cannabis? The main difference is how patients will use the drug.

Medical cannabis is distributed through dispensaries that sell the product to customers who show them the appropriate license. It is more like a pharmacy where you get your drugs and take them home to use them.

Psychedelic healing centers are more similar to things like surgeries or therapy. You get screened, do all the preparation work and are then given the dosage under guidance from a therapist who’s there to ensure the trip doesn’t go awry. You will not be given psilocybin to take home under the current law, and there are no retail sales options for psilocybin.

Reach Grayson Acri at cannabis@ collegian.com.

It’s time to reclaim Thanksgiving — we should spike the potatoes

By Paul Brull @csucollegian

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.

Thanksgiving is a lovely holiday. We get to spend time with our families and friends, there’s no pressure to give gifts and everyone (hopefully) enjoys good food together.

Unfortunately, the holiday is often mired with understandably tense conflicts surrounding politics, religion and any other differences between the younger generations and their older counterparts. Pretty much everyone has a story to tell about a crazy uncle, a passive aggressive confrontation with parents or Grandma’s judging glares.

It gets uncomfortable, and instead of celebrating shared time, everyone is painfully

reminded why they don’t live together anymore.

Fortunately, dear reader, we at The Collegian cannabis desk have a solution for you: It’s time we start spiking the mashed potatoes.

If everyone was just a bit high on hashed potatoes, the holiday could finally achieve its full potential.

Without cannabis, your problematic family member of choice will take advantage of the one conversation they have with you per year to tell you about how your generation is ruining America. A 5-20 milligram dose of THC, though, will have them too occupied giggling about how their fingers are kind of funny looking.

I present the following hypothetical to demonstrate my point: It’s Thanksgiving Day, and your family gathers around. The family opens a bottle of wine or maybe some beers. Maybe you even turn on the big game — I think that’s what people call it. Everything is vaguely peaceful. No one has talked about “those

damn liberals” or “the gay agenda.” Things are good.

Inevitably, though, your slightlymore-vocal-and-liberal sibling remarks on something relatively benign that Uncle Carl disagrees with vocally. The rest of the family tries to smother the flame, but the tension is already building. There will be a fight at the dinner table.

Enter the hashed potatoes. Assuming everyone takes a reasonable amount and tucks in, the high should start hitting around the same time political tensions would otherwise bubble over. Just as the F-slur starts to leave Uncle Carl’s lips, he will be suddenly overtaken by giggles and think to himself, “Wouldn’t it be better to just chill?”

As dinner continues, your chemical companion elevates everyone’s spirits. Your disapproving grandmother even cracks a smile. The inevitable game of Monopoly after dinner turns into a fun socialist romp wherein people realize money doesn’t

matter and Monopoly is a terrible board game.

What happens, though, if someone can’t eat the hashed potatoes? Worry not — we have some other ideas too. Why not sauce up the cranberry sauce or add something special to the pumpkin pie? You could even make “baked” turkey, and no one would be the wiser. In fact, they’d probably be delighted because for the last four years, you only brought napkins to the Thanksgiving potluck.

The hashed potatoes — or sauced sauce, high pie or baked turkey — come with ancillary benefits too.

As everyone settles into a comfortable stupor, the munchies start taking hold. Everyone in the family will get seconds, thirds and fourths, enjoying as much food as they want. Somebody might even take some of the suspicious potato salad your great aunt brought, saving everyone the hassle of haggling over who has the responsibility to take that leftover. It’s a win-win all around.

It’s important to be careful about what strain you choose, though. Aggressive sativas can be a fun time with friends, but making your dad even more paranoid about his election conspiracy might prove counterproductive to your initial goal. A mellow indica with a light scent profile will take the edge off while remaining easily disguised.

If anyone asks why they’re feeling funny, just blame the turkey. I hear it has something in it that makes people sleepy.

It’s time we retake Thanksgiving and make it the holiday it can be. Thanksgiving should not be about confronting your family about whatever backward beliefs they happen to hold. It definitely shouldn’t be stressful; it should be a time where you visit your whole family and everyone has an amiable enough time that they forget for a little bit how different they often are.

Reach Paul Brull at cannabis@ collegian.com.

“Aggressive sativas can be a fun time with friends, but making your dad even more paranoid about his election conspiracy might prove counterproductive to your initial goal. A mellow indica with a light scent profile will take the edge off while remaining easily disguised.”

Border War football game comes down to the wire

On Nov. 12, the Colorado State University football team took on the University of Wyoming Cowboys at Canvas Stadium for this year’s edition of the annual Border War. The Rams and Cowboys have been playing against each other since 1899, and the game this year was the 114th meeting between the two teams, with the all-time record going in favor of Colorado State at 59-50-5 (including one controversial game that CSU doesn’t recognize as completed). Since 1968 the teams have fought over control of the Bronze Boot trophy, an actual boot that was worn by Vietnam veteran and former Colorado State ROTC instructor Capt. Daniel J. Romero. The boot was cast in bronze and goes to the winner of each Border War along with the bragging rights that come with the territory of a rivalry game. This year’s game was a low-scoring defensive affair that the Rams narrowly lost to the Cowboys 14-13, keeping the Bronze Boot in Laramie, Wyoming, for another year.

1. Colorado State University linebacker Dequan Jackson (5) tackles University of Wyoming running back Titus Swen (2) Nov. 12. Jackson led the Rams with 13 total tackles, including five solo tackles in the Rams’ 14-13 loss.

2. Members of the Colorado State University Marching Band perform during the Ram Walk before the Border War Nov. 12.

3. Colorado State University tight end Peter Montini (44) runs after catching a pass in their game against the University of Wyoming Nov. 12.

4. Colorado State wide receiver Justus Ross-Simmons (85) gets tackled by a Wyoming defender Nov. 12.

5. CAM the Ram leads the Colorado State football team’s run onto the field before the Border War game Nov. 12.

6. Colorado State University wide receiver Justus Ross-Simmons (85) runs after catching a pass in the Border War Nov. 12.

7. A Colorado State University defender tackles University of Wyoming running back Titus Swen (2) during the Border War football game Nov. 12. The Rams’ defense held for most of the game but ultimately gave up the touchdown that won the game, leading to a 14-13 loss for the Rams.

8. Colorado State University defensive lineman Mohamed Kamara (8) celebrates getting a sack against the University of Wyoming Nov. 12. Kamara had two tackles in the game.

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CSU employees deserve to earn a livable wage for the work they do

GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATION

BY TRIN BONNER THE COLLEGIAN

By Guest Author @csucollegian

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. Letters to the Editor reflect the view of a member of the campus community and are submitted to the publication for approval.

In 2013, I moved to Fort Collins as a single parent and sole provider of three children, who at the time were in grades three, four and six. I had a dream of coming back to college at 37 and pulling my children and myself out of poverty to change our family trajectory. I applied for every scholarship, loan and grant that I was able to.

Our family moved into international family housing, and I started back on my undergraduate degree in human development and family studies at Colorado State University. I loved every second of my education and felt that I would be able to graduate and pay off the loans. I was a peer advisor in the department of human development and family studies and was ready to apply to every single position in advising as an academic success coordinator as possible.

I graduated and applied to several ASC jobs on campus and was not called back even once. Every position required a master’s degree. I applied to the counseling and career

development master’s program and was accepted.

There were not any scholarships or stipends for this program, but it was the only one that would both allow me to meet the requirements to become an academic success coordinator and help me make enough money to improve the lives of myself and my children, showing them that hard work pays off and education is of the utmost importance.

I worked as a part-time advisor in several departments during my time in graduate school, including human development and family studies and psychology (at one point, both simultaneously), and finally, in 2018 I started working with what we now call exploratory studies. I started at $20 an hour, which seemed generous, and I was able to live and support my children with student loans and my paycheck each month.

Once I had graduated in May of 2020, I was able to secure a full-time temporary position as an ASC in exploratory studies, which was both a huge relief and left a feeling of insecurity not knowing if I would be kept on or not. During this journey, my children and I experienced housing insecurity, moving three times in six months trying to find an affordable place to live.

I was doing OK at $42,000 during the pandemic with the extra checks we were getting from the government, along with Medicaid and food stamps. I was so excited to finally get a raise to $46,000; I was moving up in the

world and so happy for my children to see my success and benefit from it. Sadly, that raise to $46,000 forfeited my assistance benefits, requiring me to pay for benefits from CSU. This set me back financially.

to be eligible to work as an ASC at CSU.

My student loans are around $150,000 for an amazing CSU education — one that CSU itself does not value enough to pay its employees a living wage.

Last November, when the cost of living began to increase significantly, I realized there was just no way that I would be able to afford my apartment unless I got a second night and weekend job that paid significantly. I went back to massage therapy (my previous career). I did that and was exhausted all the time.

This took away from my ability to perform well in advising — my passion. I had nothing to offer, or so I felt. My self-esteem and life satisfaction had significantly decreased, and I had a constant feeling of failure. I was not able to stay late and catch up on emails, which is required for this position.

position so that I could keep my benefits, which I was thrilled about, but once I looked at the numbers, I realized that I was only earning $15 an hour with benefits.

I do not know how anyone in a career that requires a master’s degree and has a family can expect to live on this salary. I have had more health issues from this stint in my life after earning my master’s degree.

Please take this seriously. I speak not only for myself but for my colleagues who also are looking for another source of income or are just out of graduate school and living with four other people in a college home so they can afford to live and work here.

During this time, I applied for a home that I was eager to build with Habitat for Humanity. I worked for months getting the paperwork together to turn in only to be refused because of my student loans — the same loans that are required to earn a master’s

Since March 2022, I have been working as a counselor at Beyond the Mirror, which added another 2030 hours to my work week. I felt as though I was dying inside as I was just starting to make ends meet. I could not see the light at the end of this tunnel, and the promise of a raise was delayed multiple times.

The promise of good news with a better salary every month or so was fruitless. I could not handle that much and tried to put my notice in at exploratory studies, offering to stay through the semester. I was generously offered a part-time permanent

When will our voices be enough? How much more asking, pleading and sacrificing must we do to be heard and taken seriously? While this can go from committee to committee, meeting to meeting, waiting on the numbers, waiting on the research — you have our voices, and we are the ones who work here. I am desperate and hope that you can understand the extent of inequity this university has laid upon some of its hardest-working, student-facing professionals.

Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter.

Kimberly De Jong, M.A., national certified counselor, licensed professional clinical counselor, CSU academic success coordinator and instructor in exploratory studies

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“When will our voices be enough? How much more asking, pleading and sacrificing must we do to be heard and taken seriously? While this can go from committee to committee, meeting to meeting, waiting on the numbers, waiting on the research — you have our voices, and we are the ones who work here.”

Colorado is crawling with professional thrifters

It’s a direct result of so-called professional thrifters.

For affluent shoppers, going thrifting has become something of a business, with some people even going so far as to dub themselves professional thrifters. Many professional thrifters have made a livelihood out of secondhand shopping: They go to multiple thrift stores a day, buy all the good stuff and resell it for huge markups on secondhand markets.

By Dylan Tusinski @dylantusinski

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.

Secondhand clothing is experiencing a second life, for better or worse.

Over the last few years, thrifting has become a hefty social phenomenon. TikTok influencers and climate activists alike have been highlighting the environmental benefits of shopping secondhand, and as a result, it’s become trendy to see what you can score at your local thrift shop.

That’s not a bad thing in and of itself. It’s true that thrifting is beneficial for the environment, and it’s even more beneficial that people are starting to embrace being greener with their wardrobes.

What’s bad about the thrifting boom is that it’s disproportionately hurting the low-income communities who have relied on secondhand stores for years.

Both thrift shops and thrift shoppers are capitalizing on the sudden boom of secondhand

shopping. With more people than ever visiting thrift stores, there’s much more money to be made in the business, and everybody wants a piece of the metaphorical pie.

Coupled with rising inflation, the influx of shoppers is incentivizing thrift shops to raise their prices nationwide. Casual shoppers and hardcore thrifters alike are reporting sudden spikes in the prices of products across the board. I mean, hell, Goodwill recently opened an online shop that sells designer clothes, rings and accessories for hundreds of dollars.

Again, that’s not necessarily bad on its own. After all, thrift stores are businesses, and they need to make money. But when historically inexpensive stores start drastically raising their prices, it pushes out the low-income communities who need the cheap clothing offered by thrift shops.

It’s not just the thrift stores that are pricing out low-income people from the resale scene. If you hit up thrift shops as frequently as I do, you’re probably noticing there seems to be less and less good stuff on the shelves each time you go, and that’s not a coincidence.

Not only does scooping up all the good stuff hurt lower-income folks who need clothing from thrift shops, it also hurts your fellow thrifters. By buying desirable clothing in bulk, professional thrifters and resellers are taking the fun out of it for everybody else.

The practice of professional thrifting has hit Colorado’s Front Range particularly hard. The Denver area was declared the country’s best place for thrifting in an analysis this year, and as a result, there’s been an influx of secondhand resellers looking to strike gold in Colorado’s thrift stores.

Now, I can always respect a good hustle. But making money off of cheap clothing that’s desperately needed by lower-income communities is not a good hustle.

At the end of the day, that’s what it all comes down to. Instead of being a way to find good, cheap clothes, thrifting has become a hustle for both thrift stores and thrift shoppers alike. While it’s good that more people are looking to help minimize their environmental footprints by shopping secondhand, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the ripple effects being created by the thrifting trend are doing much more harm than good.

Reach Dylan Tusinski at letters@ collegian.com.

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Actually securing Taylor Swift tickets.

Traveling home.

New tattoos.

It’s really freaking cold.

Lack of a Bronze Boot.

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Not interacting with a single person during fall break.

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Ye reflects America’s antisemitism, CSU jewish community faces threats

By Brendan Henry @brendanhenryrmc

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.

A recent tweet by Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) rose to infamy with a claim about “going death con 3 On JEWISH PEOPLE.”

The tweet initiated a storm that has stripped Ye of a deal with Adidas and alienated his main fanbase

while also inspiring others to either agree with or take up his opinion on the Jewish community. Kyrie Irving has also entered a similar state of controversy after tweeting a link to an antisemitic film.

Ye is not unique in his opinion of the Jewish community but a byproduct of the ever-growing antisemitic movement. It is always easy to assume that this rhetoric and mentality are not present in

antisemitism that is derived from the white supremacist’s playbook: public showing of swastikas, etching of swastikas on student doors and students — mostly in the residence halls — peddling age-old antisemitic tropes like all Jews have big noses and control the media and banks,” said Mica Glantz, co-chair of the Presidential Task Force on Jewish Inclusion and the Prevention of Antisemitism and anthropology

“Sometimes these incidents are the result of ignorance about Jewish identity and diversity, and sometimes they are purposely threatening,” Glantz said. “All of them tear our shared community down.”

Glantz added that political affiliations play little role in discrimination, as anyone can have biases against Jewish people regardless of their political leaning.

“We are fighting a tendency for voices on the left to shut down and shut out the voices of the Jewish community

(students/faculty/staff) who want to be part of campus organizations that support justice movements like Black Lives Matter and trans(gender) rights and many others,” Glantz said. “They get shut out simply because they are Jewish, because of an assumed loyalty to Israel — an age-old stereotype — and this is some of the worst antisemitism we are facing on campuses today.”

Antisemitic acts occur on CSU’s campus, along with campuses all over the country. As the ADL has shown, reported instances of antisemitism have significantly risen between 2020 and 2021. Ye did not start the fire but instead added fuel to the already growing flame.

An anonymous source on campus who has an inside understanding of how the university handles antisemitism said there may be even more instances of antisemitism on CSU’s campus than what is shown to the public and that there are those in power who seek to downplay the issue to prevent bad publicity affecting the university. This is unacceptable and a disservice to CSU’s Jewish community.

Glantz did not want to focus on Ye by giving him more attention, although Glantz offered him an invitation to an antisemitism training session, but he does deserve the attention. He deserves to be in the spotlight — or else he would not have lost everything he has up to this point. He has a history of suggestive comments and deserves to suffer the ramifications that come with the freedom of speech.

The First Amendment is a double-edged sword, and Ye got stabbed in the money by it. If you play with fire long enough, you will eventually get burnt. Ye is an example of the hate growing in the United States today, and his current financial and social downfalls should set a precedent for others who are looking to jump on the train of discrimination.

There simply is no time nor place for hatred of any people to prevail in this country. People of many different backgrounds and cultures create an environment of understanding and openmindedness that only benefits people that fully embrace it — fear of these differences only holds America back.

Reach Brendan Henry at letters@ collegian.com.

“There simply is no time nor place for hatred of any people to prevail in this country. People of many different backgrounds and cultures create an environment of understanding and openmindedness that only benefits people that fully embrace it — fear of these differences only holds America back.”

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Rams volleyball prepares for Hilbert’s final MW tournament

By Braidon Nourse @braidonnourse

In Colorado State University volleyball head coach Tom Hilbert’s final Mountain West Conference tournament, his team is the underdog — and he wouldn’t have it any other way.

Hilbert announced a little over a week ago that he will be retiring following the conclusion of this season, his 35th as a collegiate head coach and his 26th as Colorado State’s head coach. Despite the legendary resume he’s put together over that time — including holding the 17th spot for most career wins by a Division I coach at 813 — he says they “still have work to do.”

This year’s tournament, for the first time since 2004, will be held in Fort Collins Nov. 23-25. Although the team will be looking at themselves as underdogs, it certainly is nice to play high stakes at home.

“Playing on our home court will be a huge advantage because we’re just so used to it,” said Annie Sullivan, senior Rams hitter. “But then also, we have such a great fan base, and so hopefully they can show up and give us a lot of energy and momentum going into the tournament.”

The Rams are no stranger to postseason success. Since the Mountain West started having volleyball tournaments in 1999, the Rams have won five of the 11 tournaments (no tournaments were held 2008-10 and 2012-20). In a moment of reflection, Hilbert said there was nothing more special than their 2006 tournament victory.

“Beating (The University of) Utah when we were unranked and they were ranked ninth in the nation, that was by far and away the best moment in the Mountain West tournament for me,” Hilbert said. “Had we not won that, we would not have been in the NCAA tournament; it would have broke the string of NCAA tournament berths. So it was a huge, huge win for us as a three seed to beat Utah.”

As of the morning of Nov. 17, the Rams are poised to enter the tournament as — go figure — the three seed as long as they win their final game or Utah State University loses one or both of their last two matches. Despite what this tournament means in terms of Hilbert’s legacy, the team is trying their best to treat it like business as usual.

“We kind of came together and said the focus is just to finish out the season — the goals didn’t change; the finish line for us is, ‘Let’s go make the NCAA tournament and compete in the NCAA tournament,’” junior hitter Kennedy Stanford said. “And so I think (Hilbert)’s retirement has kind of added a little extra motivation to push through, but we all know the goal is the same.”

It’s not often that athletes are able to play under a coach of Hilbert’s stature, and it’s even less often that an athlete plays on that coach’s final roster. For the Rams slated to play during this tournament, that aspect makes it all the more remarkable.

“(Hilbert) has been on the team for so long, and he has such a big legacy there,” Sullivan said. “He’s going to go down as one of the greatest college

volleyball coaches, so just being able to play for him is super special.”

As of late, the Rams hit a bit of turbulence, losing three of their last five games. Those three losses all came in a row, marking the first time since 2006 that CSU lost three straight conference games.

But getting the tough times out of the way before it really counts might just prove to be beneficial to the Rams. Not only does it leave a chip on players’ shoulders but it allows time and opportunity to learn from mistakes and come out on the other side as a better team.

“You’re having experiences where you have to come from behind, … and that’s always very important,” Hilbert said. “Those are big experiences and important experiences. As much as they’re stressful at the time, it’s important that the players understand that it’s good for them.”

As he prepares for his final conference tournament, Hilbert hopes to relish it and just maybe go out with a victory.

“I hope that I can just sit back and enjoy it and have fun,” Hilbert said. “That’s sometimes difficult for me to do, but you know, I want to win that tournament. But I don’t think we’re supposed to win the tournament. … I think it’s important for everybody to look at it that way. We need to go out and almost take an underdog mentality and just say, ‘Hey, let’s go fight everybody and compete,’ and see what happens.”

Watch out for The Collegian’s coverage of the tournament at collegian.com.

Reach Braidon Nourse at sports@ collegian.com.

A teary-eyed Tom Hilbert, head coach of the Colorado State University volleyball team for the last 26 years, waves to fans at Moby Arena after the Rams’ final home game of the regular season Nov. 12. The Rams beat the United States Air Force Academy 3-1, marking Hilbert’s 812th collegiate win as a head coach.

PHOTO BY SERENA BETTIS THE COLLEGIAN

Colorado State University volleyball fans hold signs to honor head coach Tom Hilbert after his last regular season home game at Moby Arena Nov. 12. Hilbert announced his retirement Nov. 7 after 26 years at CSU. The Rams won the game 3-1 against the United States Air Force Academy and will likely return for the Mountain West Volleyball Championship tournament at the end of November

PHOTO BY SERENA BETTIS THE COLLEGIAN

“I don’t think we’re supposed to win the tournament. … I think it’s important for everybody to look at it that way. We need to go out and almost take an underdog mentality and just say, ‘Hey, let’s go fight everybody and compete,’ and see what happens.”

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CSU VOLLEYBALL HEAD COACH

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CSU women’s basketball coasts to 86-56 victory over Western Colorado

By Kaden Porter @kqporter5

Colorado State University women’s basketball hosted Western Colorado University in Moby Arena Nov. 15. The Mountaineers were no challenge for the Rams, and CSU coasted to an 86-56 victory.

WCU became the second NCAA Division II team CSU has hosted this season but the first that counted toward their record. The Rams defeated Colorado Christian University 78-47 in an exhibition match Nov. 1 to start off their season.

“We treat every team the exact same; we prepare the exact same,” head coach Ryun Williams said. “We respect every opponent that we play, and tip of the cap to Western Colorado — I thought they played their tails off tonight.”

to open the game, making all seven attempted 3-pointers in the quarter.

WCU limited CSU’s ability to extend their lead by much through the second quarter, with the Rams outscoring the Mountaineers just 2117 in the frame. At halftime, CSU held a comfortable 48-29 lead.

Led by another strong quarter from Boyd, the Rams outscored the Mountaineers 24-10 in the third quarter to build their lead to 72-39. Reserves finished out most of the fourth quarter for the Rams, securing another comfortable win for CSU.

Boyd, who had a game-high 22 points despite coming off the bench, made seven of her nine 3-point attempts. Her seven 3-pointers were just one short of tying the team record of eight held by CSU legend Becky Hammon and two others.

“Through our practices, Meghan (Boyd) has been our top scorer,” Williams said. “It’s not a surprise — she’s just been kind of waiting for this breakout game. … I thought she was the key to that game.”

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“Through our practices, Meghan (Boyd) has been our top scorer. It’s not a surprise — she’s just been kind of waiting for this breakout game. … I thought she was the key to that game.”

RYUN WILLIAMS HEAD COACH

The Mountaineers, now 0-3, came into the game fresh off a 66-51 loss to Angelo State University. The Rams, meanwhile, remain undefeated on the season; they’ve won all three games so far by at least 20 points.

Colorado State pulled out to an early lead and never looked back. Led by guard Meghan Boyd with 12 first-quarter points, CSU led 27-12 by the end of the first quarter. The Rams shot perfectly from the three

Guard McKenna Hofschild had another strong game, recording 20 points as well as a game-high eight assists. She was named the Mountain West Conference Player of the Week for her opening week performance, while guard Hannah Ronsiek took home Freshman of the Week honors.

“I don’t really focus too much on (individual awards) because I just want to win,” Hofschild said. “That’s kind of where my mindset is until we get to where we want to be.”

The Rams now look to ride the momentum from their 3-0 start to a road victory at Mississippi State University Nov. 20 before participating in the Las Vegas Invitational next week.

“We have a big chance on Sunday to go and play a really good team,” Boyd said. “I think we’ve positioned ourselves nicely in the first three games, but now it’s on to the next game.”

Reach Kaden Porter at sports@ collegian.com.

Frappuccino

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Of course, with the drink’s popularity, most coffee shops have their own versions, commonly found under the name “blended” or a modified word with an “uccino” at the end. This sugary delight is a concoction of ice, coffee for coffee frappuccino’s, and syrups and flavoring, all blended (hence the name) together resulting in a thick icey consistency. It’s important to note that frappucinos are not the same as frappé’s, a Greek coffee beverage made with instant coffee, milk, sugar, and water.

By: Ali Pierce

If you’ve ever wondered why you couldn’t find a frappuccino on a coffee shop’s menu, its because the term frappuccino itself is trademarked by the coffee giant Starbucks. The term is a variation of the word “frappe” referring to the New England milkshake. Yet, Starbucks was not the brains behind the name. Andrew Frank, an employee at a Boston Coffee Connection, originally developed and named the beverage in 1992 as a way to bring in more summer business, per the request of owner George Howell. Howell recognized the drink’s potential and trademarked it, later selling his chain and the rights to the frappucino title in ‘94. Whether you feel like sticking with hot drinks this fall or trying a frappé or frappucino, I hope you learned something interesting from this feature.

CSU guard Cailyn Crocker (32) dribbles past a Western Colorado University forward in Moby Arena Nov. 15. The Rams defeated the Mountaineers 86-56.

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CSU football looks to beat Air Force for first time since 2015 PREVIEW

By Kaden Porter @kqporter5

After a heartbreaking 14-13 Border War loss last weekend, Colorado State University football will travel south to Colorado Springs, Colorado, Nov. 19 to attempt to beat the United States Air Force Academy for the first time since 2015.

It’s the second rivalry game in back-to-back weeks for the Rams, who will look to win the Ram-Falcon Trophy after being unable to reclaim the Bronze Boot from the University of Wyoming Nov. 12.

“It’s tough to walk away with a loss, but you can’t do anything about it now,” safety Henry Blackburn said after the Border War loss. “We’ve just got to focus on the next game: … Air Force, an in-state rivalry. That’s all we can focus on now.”

The Rams enter the game with a 2-8 record and are 2-4 in the Mountain West Conference. Currently on a three-game losing streak, the Rams are looking for their first win since Oct. 22, which was a 17-13 home victory against the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa Air Force, who is currently 7-3 (3-3 in the conference), beat The University of New Mexico 35-3 last weekend. They also won their 21st

Commander-In-Chief’s Trophy this season after defeating the other two Football Bowl Subdivision military academies.

Air Force’s leading rusher, running back Brad Roberts, has 1,241 yards on 236 attempts; both Daniels and Roberts are averaging just over five yards per carry so far on the season.

For comparison, CSU quarterback Clay Millen has 1,517 passing yards so far this season despite missing two games. CSU’s leading rusher, Avery Morrow, has recorded 730 yards on 143 attempts.

Head coach Jay Norvell also announced Nov. 14 that six athletes on the team were awarded scholarships: running back Keegan Holles, offensive lineman Keegan Hamilton, linebacker Drew Kulick, safety Ayden Hector and kickers Michael Boyle and Henry Katleman.

Against CSU, Air Force leads 3721-1 all-time, including 9-2 since 2010. The Falcons have won five straight games since the Rams last beat them Oct. 17, 2015.

CSU looks to beat the betting odds that are strongly in favor of Air Force, with ESPN listing the Falcons as 22-point favorites.

CSU’s rushing defense will be put to the test against the Falcons, who are known for their relentless option rushing attack. Their quarterback, Haaziq Daniels, has just 719 passing yards on the season but has also racked up 560 rushing yards on 103 attempts.

Three of the athletes — Holles, Hamilton and Kulick — are Colorado locals. Boyle, a transfer, became the team’s starting placekicker following Cayden Camper’s departure earlier in the season. Katleman, also a transfer, has handled kickoff duties for the team this season. Hector, a transfer from Washington State University, is tied with safety Jack Howell for the most interceptions on the team with three. Hector is the team’s only defensive player to score a touchdown so far this season.

Reach Kaden Porter at sports@ collegian.com.

Running back Alex Berrouet (29) runs out to the field at the start of Colorado State University’s Homecoming game against Utah State University Oct. 15. CSU lost 17-13.

PHOTO BY REUEL INDURKAR THE COLLEGIAN

“CSU’s rushing defense will be put to the test against the Falcons, who are known for their relentless option rushing attack.”

Colorado State University defensive lineman Mukendi Wa-Kalonji (92) signals to teammates during the football game against the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa Oct. 22. CSU won 17-13. PHOTO BY MICHAEL MARQUARDT THE COLLEGIAN

Colorado State University fans cheer after running back Avery Morrow (25) scores the game-winning touchdown during the football game against the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa Oct. 22. CSU won 17-13.

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New mural created by art students: ‘State S(t)eal’

By Miles Buchan @buchanmiles

Alaska Native artist Nicholas Galanin designed a new mural featured on the north-facing wall of Colorado State University’s Visual Arts Building.

The artwork can be easily seen by passersby when traveling down West Pitkin Street. The design was painted by a CSU undergraduate as well as graduate students who take classes in the art and art history departments. Galanin is a Tlingit and Unangax artist who applies his creativity across various disciplines. His work is rooted in and connected to land and investigations regarding the intersections of culture.

“‘State S(t)eal’ is based on U.S. state seal designs and the mentality of what these may represent,” Galanin said. “What is removed or actively erased in choosing to define or align with a community? What is actively removed while doing so?”

Galanin researched imagery and visual language used in state seal designs to further assess this composition.

Additionally, Galanin considered the use of the term “Colorado native” as opposed to “Native American” when defining origin. He explained how defining oneself as a Colorado native can invalidate the meaning of the word

“native,” which is used by many Indigenous inhabitants of Colorado.

“Oftentimes it is our Indigenous peoples that are on the other side of an imaginary line drawn to define history,” Galanin said.

The design is a covered wagon with a wheel clamp fastened to one wheel and a ski mask — or balaclava — on either side of the wagon.

Galanin pointed out the ski masks hold a connection to cinematic identification of thieves, and the covered wagon is associated with property law, trespassing and continued settler occupation on Indigenous territory. The ski masks are painted with a pattern that references Indigenous North American and African basketry.

This mural is the first to be painted onto the building itself and is part of a larger initiative.

Aitor Lajarin-Encina, assistant professor of painting at CSU, helped recruit students to participate in this initiative. Over the course of several weeks, he led multiple undergraduate classes in the art of mural making, along with the instruction of four graduate students to assist in the project’s creation.

“The mural initiative is a long-term plan to incorporate murals into the Visual Arts

Building,” Lajarin-Encina said.

He continued to make statements regarding the benefits of this ongoing effort to work with professional artists and students to create murals around the building.

Lajarin-Encina pointed out each professional artist will be able to make a little money and feature their designs, while students in the art department are able to learn the basics of painting a mural.

Lajarin-Encina also mentioned the group working on this project included four graduate

students as well as an estimated 50 undergraduates ranging in experience level from foundational to advanced.

“I thought it was important to get as many people involved as possible, and the experience was great,” Lajarin-Encina said.

Throughout the project’s creation, Lajarin-Encina said the students were talking, laughing and blasting music while covering the wall in its final design.

Reach Miles Buchan at entertainment@collegian.com.

“I thought it was important to get as many people involved as possible, and the experience was great.”

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LAJARIN-ENCINA CSU ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PAINTING

The latest mural from the vision of Nicholas Galanin, Alaska Native artist, painted on the northwestern wall of the Visual Arts Building, Nov. 14. PHOTO BY TRI DUONG THE COLLEGIAN

Vicente Delgado and Adam Hinkelman, master’s students of fine arts at Colorado State University, paint the wagon from a vision of an Alaskan Native artist, Nicholas Galanin, to the northwestern wall of the Visual Arts Building Oct. 18.

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The 5 best activity bars in Fort Collins

By Yael McLoud @csucollegian

It is no secret that Fort Collins is known for its microbreweries and craft beers. But did you know there is a plethora of amazing bars outside the beer scene? So what do people in Fort Collins do when they are not drinking beers and riding bikes?

They may be participating in some dancing, crafting, gaming or good old-fashioned ax throwing. Regardless if someone finds a paintbrush or an ax in their hand, they will often have a drink in the other and a smile on their face. Here are the five best places in Fort Collins to get a drink and participate in a fun activity.

1. Extra Arts & Drafts

At Extra Arts & Drafts, you can avoid the classic paint and sip format and opt for a freer crafting style while drinking. While you sip on a brew, you can create anything from string and moss art to a wood-burned cheese board. There is no other place quite like this in Fort Collins.

Spaces made open for the enjoyment of people are increasingly important in our highly individualized world. Extra Arts & Drafts may seem more fun and not a necessity, but according to Project for Public Spaces, arts and culture spaces like this one create opportunities for shared cultural experiences and open dialogue.

2. Sundance Steakhouse & Saloon

At first glance, Sundance Steakhouse & Saloon does not appear to be anything special. However, it offers a range of activities and events that bring people from various backgrounds to the dance floor. Every Thursday there are line dancing lessons, poker and couples dance lessons. Wednesdays are for trivia, and Fridays and Saturdays host live bands and acoustic music.

The repetition and group elements of many western dances make them a keyway for community building. Sundance is family friendly, meaning you are still welcome if you’re under 21.

3. Scrumpy’s Hard Cider Bar and Pub

You may know Scrumpy’s Hard Cider Bar and Pub from the cute hedgehog on their signs and cider. While owners Jennifer and Rodney Seiwald admit they do not own a hedgehog, that does not mean the hedgehog-themed bar is any less adorable.

Another unique element about Scrumpy’s is all the ways the bar helps support the Fort Collins community, from the shared space with Fort Collins Donut Company to game nights, trivia nights and salsa nights. None of these activities cost any extra money, and you can enjoy a local batch of Summit Hard Ciders, which Scrumpy’s is the home of, while you’re at it.

Scrumpy’s supports Colorado farmers through their Summit Hard Cider company. For their ciders, the Seiwalds harvest apples that farmers cannot sell and by doing this cut down on excess waste in the community. Scrumpy’s, like many activity bars, is open to those who are not yet 21.

4. Looking Glass Escape Lounge

Out of all the escape rooms in Fort Collins, the Looking Glass Escape Lounge is the only one that serves delectable craft cocktails after patrons escape. Between the steampunk-themed bar and whimsical lounge, Looking Glass offers a very unique experience.

Looking Glass also supports the community through its charity efforts. One weekend a month, they take on a special cause, and a portion of every ticket sold goes to that charity. From breast cancer awareness to combatting human trafficking, Looking Glass is generous with their donations. Do not worry if this sounds enticing and you are not yet 21; you can still come and enjoy the intriguing escape rooms.

5. The Axe and Ale

Fort Collins loves a good workout and a good beer. Events like Tour de Fat are very popular, which makes it no surprise that ax throwing is such a crowd pleaser.

The Axe and Ale offers a competitive workout, positive stress relief and more than 50 varieties of beer. If beer is not your drink, you can enjoy Fort Collins’ own Summit Hard Cider or any

number of canned cocktails.

Ax throwing enables people to have fun in a safe and competitive environment. The workout to your upper body, especially your core, is an added bonus. Like with the rest of the activity bars listed above, you can still come and enjoy the thrilling activity if you are not yet 21.

Reach Yael McLoud at entertainment@collegian.com.

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OVERHEARD AROUND CAMPUS

By Ivy Secrest

ARIES (MARCH 21 - APRIL 19) You have been working extremely hard. As much as you want to maintain a positive aura in front of

others, remember that it is OK to press the pause button of life and let yourself be.

TAURUS (APRIL 20 - MAY 20)

The weather is getting colder, which means you get to spend more time at home in your comfortable clothes, admiring your plants. This is practically heaven for you, as you probably have been in the holiday spirit since way before Halloween.

GEMINI (MAY 21 - JUNE 20)

Your love life is shining this week, and it is bringing you abundance. Don’t shy away, and allow yourself to open up.

CANCER (JUNE 21 - JULY 22)

You finally let go of a past situation that was hurting you. The universe is on your side and will shower you in luck

and blessings this week. New people will cross your path and help you toward success.

LEO (JULY 23 - AUG. 22)

You have recently left a job or position that was not serving your highest self. New beginnings are on their way, and you will finally be free of restrictions others were holding you to.

VIRGO (AUG. 23 - SEPT. 22)

You have been putting in the effort to help better your mental and physical health. Be proud of how far you’ve come: You have been getting back into the rhythm of routine.

LIBRA (SEPT. 23 - OCT. 22)

You may be dealing with some confusing social situations right now. Try to journal your feelings

down, and find different ways to channel your energy so you can take care of yourself. You deserve to feel at peace.

SCORPIO (OCT. 23 - NOV. 21)

You have been doing a great job following your heart and listening to your intuition. You may have started making new memories with people. Continue to enjoy the present moment, and embrace your authentic self.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22DEC. 21) It is easy to get lost in your own thoughts sometimes. You may be questioning far ahead into what the future looks like. Remember to breathe this week, and sink into a book. You are loved, and the answers will come.

CAPRICORN (DEC. 22 - JAN. 19) You have been enjoying spending time with friends and doing group activities. You may even be preparing yourself for the upcoming new year by writing down goals and learning to go with the flow.

AQUARIUS (JAN. 20 - FEB. 18) Sometimes you feel lost and fearful that people will leave. Your friends want you to know you are loved, and quality time before Thanksgiving is going to make you feel right at home again.

PISCES (FEB. 19 - MARCH 20) You are floating and seeing where life takes you next — this is one of the best ways to live. You may look forward to an upcoming trip in the future.

“I feel like a bag of beans.”

“Can Nana go live in the weed house?”

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“My cat has health insurance, and I don’t.”

“Don’t judge a man based on the color of his eyes.”

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