The Rocky Mountain Collegian

April Fools’: 5 baby names so good, you’ll time travel to make your parents rename you at birth

Slaydah Michael, Your Mom • April 1, 2024

Like, for real, start studying “Back to the Future” right now. These word names are no joke. When you’re done reading this list, you will want to tear up your own birth certificate, so be sure to make a few copies, and have your friends hide them from you before you proceed.

April Fools’: CSU should insert trackers into students

Dominant Lee, Opinion Editor • April 1, 2024

Congratulations! You have signed your enrollment papers with Colorado State University and are ready for the next step: the insertion of a tracker into your neck. It's the perfect way for your new home to keep tabs on where you are at all times and help your instructors know if you really skipped their class because you had a doctor’s appointment or if you just slept in.

‘Dune: Part Two’ intrigues viewers with visuals, storyline

Riley Paling, Staff Reporter • March 28, 2024

"Dune: Part Two" is the best movie that has been released in a long time. The acting and visuals left the audience speechless. This sci-fi movie can be ranked with some of the best movies of all time,...

Souza: National election stigmas challenge ASCSU elections

Emma Souza, Collegian Columnist • March 27, 2024

Voting works because people think it matters. To the diligent voter, having a voice in democracy is a privilege. They see voting as a form of self-expression, advocacy or even an innate citizen responsibility. They believe their vote has an effect, and for that reason, they recognize the importance of participating in and contributing to the election outcome.

Proulx: CSU knows many can’t finish college in 4 years but doesn’t care

Caden Proulx, Print Director • March 27, 2024

Lately, across the country, there has been an increase in college students finishing their degree in more years than the traditional four. It’s probably a topic you’ve brought up with your parents, who are vehemently opposed to the idea. Surprisingly, though, only 49% of students finish their undergraduate program in four years, according to 2016 data from the National Center for Education Statistics.

Pavelko: Public transportation is actually more fun than you think

Hana Pavelko, Collegian Columnist • March 26, 2024

College is supposed to be full of new journeys to embark on, new friends to make, new classes to take and new clubs to join. Colorado State University has so many opportunities students can take advantage of during their time here. For many, being here and attending college is their first time away from home, and the newfound independence can be liberating.

LFTE: Yes, you should care about ASCSU elections, local democracy

Allie Seibel, Editor in Chief • March 25, 2024

Dear readers: "Democracy" is a multi-faceted, complex word that oftentimes becomes a hot button in national politics. It can sometimes be seen as controversial, damaged or convoluted, but it is without a doubt a pillar of the decision-making process in our country, state, city and campus.

Rhoads: Tipping amounts should reflect service, not a percentage

Darien Rhoads, Collegian Columnist • March 21, 2024

Tipping has shifted from an appreciation of a job well done to leaving an expected percentage, and customers are allowing businesses to take advantage of their generosity. According to a 2023 report from the Pew Research Center, 29% of Americans see tipping as an obligation rather than a choice. Customers feel guilty not tipping, and the number of places asking for tips has gotten out of control.

Pavelko: College has taught me slow walkers are the worst

Hana Pavelko, Collegian Columnist • March 21, 2024

Walking across campus is like the real-life version of the game Crossy Road: You have to avoid the bikers who ignore the dismount zones, not run into the squirrels darting across the walkway and attempt to not trip over the cracks in the sidewalks as you make your way across campus. It is an adventure as you face the obstacles standing between you and getting to your next class on time.

Seriously: Thanks for continuing to ignore climate change

Emma Souza, Collegian Columnist • March 19, 2024

I love seeing your hairy toes peek through flip-flops in March — because that’s totally normal. I adore that you swam in Horsetooth Reservoir last week. Tears of joy seep from my eyes when you tell me your “personality is defrosting” because it’s 65 degrees outside.

Vogl, Ward: Social justice, country music are vitally connected

Claire Vogl and Emma Ward • March 19, 2024

Long before country music seemingly cemented itself as the genre for patriots, beer drinkers and conservatives, the wide genre could be traced back to traditional African music, the European groups that settled in Appalachia and the 1920s Western movie scene in Hollywood, where cowboys became the face of the music and films.

Seriously: The aftermath of Nikki Haley suspending presidential campaign

Caden Proulx, Print Director • March 19, 2024

It was a typical Wednesday morning — or so I thought. I walked out of my room to broken coffee mugs shattered all over the floor, and none of my roommates were in sight.