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Vol. 133, No. 18

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CSU men’s basketball curates culture, leaves lasting legacy in Moby Arena Story by Damon Cook

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FORT COLLINS FOCUS

TOP STORIES

FOCO EVENTS

NEWS: CSU presents semester of events for thematic Year of Democracy PAGE 4

Champagne Drip at the Aggie Theatre 9 p.m. Jan. 26

L&C: Local history comes to life at Avery House PAGE 6

SPORTS: Carving history: Colorado athletes compete in Winter X Games PAGE 9 SCIENCE: Coloradans share diverse perspectives on sustainable living PAGE 10 OPINION: Devaluing some academic fields has sexist, elitist implications PAGE 16 A&E:Up close and personal: Odie Leigh entrances fans at Aggie PAGE 20 PHOTO: Roughstock: Raised for the job PAGES 14-15

Backyard Composting 101 at Fort Collins Nursery 9:30-11 a.m. Jan. 27

Fused Glass Suncatchers at Blue Moose Art Gallery 2-4 p.m. Jan. 28

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“DON’T BITE THE HAND THAT FEEDS YOU” CLAIRE HAVENHILL WOODBLOCK PRINT ON NATURAL DYED CANVAS WITH EMBROIDERED ACCENTS 40 X 28 INCHES

“With this piece, I took inspiration from the common phrase “don’t bite the hand that feeds you” in relation to the idea of selfsabotage and self-hatred. Instead of attacking an external provider like this phrase usually suggests, this print series looks at oneself as the provider. At the end of the day, all we have is ourselves to rely on. Don’t bite your own hand.”

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A FAIRYTALE ENDING

Construction set to begin on Clark revitalization project

By Aubree Miller @csucollegian

The spring semester began with a noticeable change to the Andrew G. Clark Building in the center of Colorado State University’s campus. With construction set to begin on the building as part of a revitalization project, parts of Clark have been blocked off. This project impacts both students and faculty on campus because Clark — one of the most used buildings on campus — is no longer accessible.

According to CSU SOURCE, 99% of students at Colorado State University will take at least one class in Clark during their academic journey. College of Liberal Arts Director of Communications Beth Etter said discussions on the revitalization project began in 2017. The official timeline lists cost estimates being made in 2019, with a pause in 2020 and 2021 for the pandemic and the first round of funding being given by the state legislature in 2022. Steps were taken to prepare Clark A in 2023, and both the A and B wings of Clark are fenced off as of Dec. 18, 2023. The current revitalization plan is to have the A and B wings of Clark completely renovated, while Clark C is to remain as is. The renovation project is anticipated to be complete by mid-2027. Classes typically held in Clark have been moved to available rooms in other buildings. Faculty and staff have been relocated to other areas of campus to accommodate the revitalization.

“Most of anthropology and geography is now in the General Services Building on the third floor,” Etter said. “Other units in (Clark) B will move over spring break and at the middle (to) end of May. Locations include Morgan Library, Tiley House (and) 555 S. Howes St.” Additionally, the university is pursuing a lease on buildings in the former Aylesworth Hall area. The goal is to move the sociology and history departments there in May, according to the CLA website. Discussions on the revitalization project began in 2017, Etter said. The project has gone through several changes in the planning phase, but a plan for Clark A and B has finally been set. There are also discussions of what will happen to the C wing in the future. CSU faculty started a petition in October 2023 that listed concerns regarding the Clark revitalization plan. Included in those concerns was that Clark C is not a major part of the remodel. “The revised plans leave Clark C as a building that is grossly inadequate for fulfilling the academic mission of the university,” the petition reads. The university is aware of these concerns and is looking into potential paths forward regarding the Clark C building, Etter said. “The College of Liberal Arts, in collaboration with Facilities

Management, has commissioned a report that will detail issues with deferred maintenance with the existing building and outline its impact on research and learning as a way of highlighting opportunities to improve the building (or even replace it),” Etter said. The A wing is estimated to be done in 2025, and the B wing is projected to be done in 2027. “There is a lot of excitement about a transformation of the Clark Building while also some concern about moving out for several years,” Etter said. “The college and these departments are already planning ways to account for departmental community, student sense of belonging and student success.” Learn more about the history of Clark here, and find a map of campus closures here. Reach Aubree Miller at news @collegian.com.

Thursday, January 25, 2024

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CAMPUS ENGAGEMENT

CSU presents semester of events for thematic Year of Democracy

By Gwendolynn Riddoch @csucollegian

The word democracy comes from the Greek word “demos,” meaning people, and “kratos,” meaning power. Colorado State University defines democracy as the “power of the people.” CSU is honoring this idea with the theme of the 20232024 academic year as the Year of Democracy and Civic Engagement. To celebrate the thematic year, CSU is hosting five major speakers as well as a semester full of events designed to engage students, faculty and members of the community with democracy. From film screenings to speakers to concerts, the spring semester events have opportunities for everyone. The events kick off in January with the event Coffee With Representative Ken Buck Friday, Jan. 26. Buck currently represents Colorado’s 4th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives and will be visiting CSU to discuss democracy and government. Other events in January include the Democracy Indicators Hackathon and a talk from the University of Colorado Boulder’s Director of the Center for Media, Religion and Culture Nabil Echchaibi, titled Auditions in Muslim (In)Visibility. The Democracy

Indicators Hackathon will be hosted by Assistant Professor Daniel Weitzel Monday, Jan. 29, and Auditions in Muslim (In)Visibility will be held Wednesday, Jan. 31. Actor and activist Jane Fonda will visit CSU for an event titled Presidential Conversation with Jane Fonda Friday, Feb. 2. Fonda will be sitting down for a conversation with CSU President Amy Parsons to discuss democracy and related topics. This event requires tickets and is sold out at this time, but a livestream of the event will be available online at the event page. Other events in February include a screening of the film “Richland” presented by the ACT Human Rights Film Festival and the Center for Fine Art Photography at The Lyric in Fort Collins Thursday, Feb. 1. Director Irene Lustzig will be answering questions after the screening. A panel titled “Should there be age limits for politicians?” will be held Feb. 19 and will feature “a panel discussion exploring connections between democratic principles and public attitudes towards aging,” according to the event description. CSU will present Jazz Ensembles Concert: Jazz and the Ideal of Democracy at the Griffin Concert Hall Thursday, Feb. 29. The concert will feature music exploring the link between jazz music and civic engagement.

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In March, the School of Music, Theatre and Dance will present “Fairview,” written by Jackie Sibblies Drury and guest directed by CSU Associate Professor Ray Black. The Pulitzer Prize-winning play will run March 1-3 and 6-8 and addresses racial injustice and the role of race in America. A panel titled Gender and Democracy: What is the link? will be held Monday, March 4. Panelists will discuss gender in the economy and in democracy and will feature student and professional views. CSU will be hosting a Democracy Summit April 8-12, featuring five days of collaborative events, speakers, exhibits and more. Johns Hopkins University President Ron Daniels will take part in a Presidential Conversation event to discuss higher education and democracy Thursday, April 18. The fourth annual Gather Conversations to Inspire event is returning to CSU Tuesday, April 30. Political Strategist Donna Brazile will be delivering a keynote address. A panel of CSU leaders hosted by Parsons will follow the keynote address. This event is organized by CSU’s Women and Philanthropy program and will explore democracy through the female lens. Associate Vice President of Communications for CSU and CSU System Tiana Kennedy said

she is full of excitement as these events kick into full swing. “The whole idea with thematic year is that we want democracy and civil engagement and conversation to really be ingrained in what is happening here at CSU throughout the year,” Kennedy said Associated Students of CSU President Nick DeSalvo is a proud representative of civil engagement in the CSU community. “I am of the view that democracy is about collaboration rather than confrontation,” DeSalvo said. “In order for any worthwhile change to occur, people of good faith must be willing to come together, make compromises and build consensus. The hatred and vitriol exhibited by some of the most recognizable figures in American politics desensitizes the public to behavior that is in no way normal, and it is especially not conducive to a healthy democracy. Ultimately, it is our responsibility as young people to demonstrate that we can disagree better and come to solutions without being unnecessarily confrontational.” More events will be held throughout the semester. The full calendar registration information and event descriptions can be found on the CSU website’s thematic year page. Reach Gwendolynn Riddoch at news@collegian.com.

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LOCAL CRIME

Arrest made in string of Fort Collins arson cases

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By Allie Seibel @allie_seibel_

Fort Collins Police Services has made an arrest relating to a string of arson reports plaguing Fort Collins

since October. The juvenile suspect has not been identified by FCPS, as he is a minor. “On Jan. 11, 2024, Fort Collins officers and detectives were continuing their investigation into the arsons that have recently taken place in the TimberVine

and Dry Creek neighborhoods in conjunction with the arson cases in Collins Aire Park, which is in Larimer County Sheriff ’s jurisdiction,” a press release from FCPS reads. “A juvenile male was contacted in the area and detained. After further investigation, the

juvenile male was transported to the Larimer County Hub.” The suspect was booked on two charges of first-degree arson at a residence that endangered lives, one charge of first-degree arson at a residence that was nonendangering and one charge of criminal mischief, according to the press release. Reports of arson activities have been made in the TimberVine neighborhood of Fort Collins since October 2023. “On Oct. 23, 2023, FCPS took a report of a pride flag that had been burned and caught a chair cushion on fire,” a Nov. 15, 2023, press release from the City of Fort Collins reads. “That night, (Poudre Fire Authority) responded to a grass fire in the open space area near the TimberVine neighborhood. Less than an hour later, PFA and (Larimer County Sheriff ’s Office) were dispatched to the Collins Aire Mobile Home Park for a vehicle that was fully engulfed by fire. During this incident, first responders also located a burning trash can nearby.”

The following day, near where the grass fire occurred, there was a report of a burned American flag and graffiti also in the TimberVine neighborhood. More reports were made Nov. 12, 2023, according to FCPS. “There were four reports made from residents in the TimberVine Neighborhood,” the Nov. 15 press release reads. “A chair was lit on fire and spread to a residence — this fire was put out by a resident. A small grass fire was lit in a canal, and graffiti was found on a fence nearby. A pride flag was burned, and the home’s garage had graffiti on it, and the last reported case involved a scarecrow, which was burned, and a chair was stolen from that residence.” The investigation has been split between FCPS and the Larimer County Sheriff ’s Office, as the TimberVine neighborhood is under FCPS jurisdiction, and the neighboring Collins Aire Mobile Home Park is under Larimer County Sheriff ’s jurisdiction. The investigation remains ongoing following the initial arrest. Reach Allie Seibel at news @collegian.com.

Thursday, January 25, 2024

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FORT COLLINS LANDMARK

Local history comes to life at Avery House By Allie Seibel @allie_seibel_

Heather Reid stands in the soft sunlight streaming through a thick glass window on a chilly early December afternoon. To the many passersby on the sidewalk who may catch a glimpse of Reid through the window of the historic 1879 Avery House, it would appear as if they had suddenly stumbled back 144 years in Fort Collins history. Through the window, Reid, a docent at the Avery House, is dressed in a Victorian-era navy blue gown complete with a tulle petticoat, a broach and a dangling chatelaine. Reid displays the tools of the chatelaine — a tiny pair of scissors, a piece of microscope glass and a key — to Sam Schaefer and Grace Poat, two other costumed Avery House docents working to give tours to community members Dec. 2. The Avery House has been a part of Fort Collins history and stood tall on Mountain Avenue through nearly a century and a half of change and modernization. Franklin Avery moved to Fort Collins in 1873, when he surveyed the town, built wider streets and founded the First National Bank of Fort Collins and worked on water projects, promoting the agricultural future of Northern Colorado. Franklin Avery and his wife, Sarah Avery, had three children:

Edgar, Ethel and Louise, who grew up in the Averys’ Fort Collins house. Edgar’s diary at age 12 was preserved and is read by docents on tours. A copy of his diary is also for sale in the house. During their time in Fort Collins, the Averys added several extensions and additions to the house. Descendants of the original Avery family remained living in the house until 1962. The Poudre Landmark Foundation, which was formed in 1972, worked with the City of Fort Collins to purchase the house in 1974, when restorations began. Today, the Avery House is a preserved memorial of life in Victorian era Colorado. Some artifacts belonged to the Avery family, such as portraits, a tea set and mementos from two trips to Japan, while other artifacts have been donated by community members who have connections to the Victorian era, including Reid, who is an amateur Victorian glass enthusiast. “I know a weird amount about American glassware,” Reid said. “So I came and took a tour and pointed out politely to one of the docents the things that didn’t belong. And they immediately said, ‘Hey, you should come volunteer.’” Reid’s collection of Victorian glass has been a rotating exhibition on display in an extra upstairs bedroom, including Vaseline glass that glows in the dark and other

Avery House docent Grace Poat gives a tour to Fort Collins residents Dec. 2, 2023. Poat has been volunteering with the Avery House since October and enjoys explaining the history of the house to guests. The Avery House, located on Mountain Avenue, was constructed in 1879 and now serves as a local history museum. The building was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. PHOTO BY ALLIE SEIBEL THE COLLEGIAN

glassware displays of Victorian wealth, like celery boats. “From the 1860s onward, glassmaking (in) America exploded,” Reid said. “Hundreds of companies opened overnight, and (some) came and went ... within just a few years. But, like, everything started being made of glass, ... and a lot of them reflected what was popular at the time, like a celery vase because celery was hugely popular in the Victorian era. It was considered one of the fanciest things you could have: If you could afford celery, it got a special place in the center of the table.” Alongside Reid, Schaefer and Poat work as docents on the weekends when the Avery House is open to tours. Poat, an AmeriCorps literacy tutor, said that she wanted to work at the Avery House because of her lifelong love of history. “I love getting to dress up,” said Poat, who wore a long blue skirt and a white button-down blouse. “I had Laura Ingalls Wilder costumes, and Apple Valley Days was the pioneer second grade unit, and I got to go to school in my Laura Ingalls-like outfits that my mom ordered from Dishnet, from like the Laura Ingalls ... Foundation. The dressing up part is super, super fun.” Poat and other docents can borrow costumes from an Avery House collection or collect their own. “A lot of the stuff is, like, a little bit expensive,” said Schaefer, who

wore a black blouse, red skirt and plaid overskirt. “Sometimes I really want to save up for something that looks a lot more Victorian, a lot more part of the times. ... I always love just dressing up and, like, not really pretending to be someone else but kind of thinking about what it would have been like — and especially giving tours around the house dressed in this garb, ... it’s just so much fun.” Reid, Poat and Schaefer have all ventured into Fort Collins dressed in their uniforms following a shift. “In the house, I don’t feel awkwardly dressed at all, but then after my last shift, I left and stopped at Subway, and the entire Subway stared me down,” Reid said. “It was just not as fun without having the set as the home. It’s a little bit like being on a movie set, especially when you, like, have sort of a script. Some people are more scripted than others. ... They want the volunteers to find their own things and their own excitement. And the less rules we have, the more fun it is.” Alongside the docent tours, the Avery House works to restore donated artifacts. Nancy WynstraCope, a CSU anthropology student, is completing practicum through the Avery House. “I just want more experience and (to) kind of make sure that this is the right place for me and that, like, this is what I want to do with my life — and it is,” Wynstra-Cope said. “I

feel like some people are like, ‘Oh, this seems so boring.’ But it’s like, ‘No, this is so fascinating.’ And I get to touch all these old artifacts and catalogue them and, like, help other people learn about them.” Wynstra-Cope has been restoring Haviland china plates, which originally were produced in Limoges, France. To catalogue the plates, tiny beads are melted into acetone, which forms a sealant similar to a top coat of nail polish on the artifacts, which are also given a registration number. Following Wynstra-Cope’s work in restoration, the plates will be displayed in the house and mentioned on tours by the docents. The Avery House is open yearround and hosts historic home tours, weddings and other seasonal themed events. “One of my favorite things with do ... is just seeing kids come into the house,” Schaefer said. “Seeing people from high school who are also passionate about history — it gives me a lot of hope just because I feel like for a lot of people, history isn’t important. ‘What are you going to do with the history?’ — I got that a lot. People just don’t realize how important it is to know about the past, and seeing kids who are interested in it and (find) they can relate to it as well is really heartwarming in a way.” Reach Allie Seibel at life@collegian.com.

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LGBTQIA+ RESOURCE

CSU’s Lavender Cabinet is saving lives By McKenna Van Voris @mckenna_vv

Located in the Pride Resource Center as a free resource, The Lavender Cabinet provides genderaffirming items to those in need, and it plays a crucial role in the LGBTQIA+ community at Colorado State University. “A lot of times, these products have really high costs on them, … so having them free and accessible is life-saving for a lot of our students here on campus,” Associated Students of CSU Budgetary Affairs Chair Nora Aslan said. “I think that’s the most important part of why The Lavender Cabinet exists.” However, The Lavender Cabinet was not always a well-funded resource. The lack of funding for products within the cabinet is what inspired Aslan to propose a bill in spring 2023. “At the point where I wrote the bill, we were very low on funding but were receiving more and more requests for products,” Aslan said. “The Pride Center and The Lavender Cabinet were a really big, central part for the queer community on CSU’s campus, so it was getting used more and more, and we needed the funding

for it to continue supplying for the students.” While Aslan’s bill was geared toward providing funding for The Lavender Cabinet, this was not the first time ASCSU stepped in to help. “It was just a recommittal of something that had been done a couple (of) years previously through ASCSU,” ASCSU President Nick DeSalvo said. “The money that they had allocated the first time they did it, they expended that money faster than anticipated, so that was when this last renewal came along.” In terms of goals for The Lavender Cabinet, DeSalvo said he would like to see a more permanent funding source secured. “When it comes to the long-term sustainability of The Lavender Cabinet, doing it through student fees every few years, I think, is a misstep,” DeSalvo said. “I’d like to see the Pride Resource Center secure a donor to make sure that the cabinet is fully stocked.” While ASCSU takes care of funding for The Lavender Cabinet, the PRC handles the up-front mechanics of running The Lavender Cabinet. “As far as the upkeep of it, that’s entirely on the Pride Resource Center,” DeSalvo said. “All we did is we just transferred the

funds so that they have the resources to make sure it doesn’t get depleted.” Representatives from the Pride Resource Center were not available for comment, nor were representatives from The Lavender Cabinet’s other collaborator, the Women and Gender Advocacy Center. While funding is ASCSU’s way of providing assistance to The Lavender Cabinet, others can pitch in by donating clean or gently used garments. Specific guidelines for donations are listed on the PRC website. Despite assumptions that it is only a resource for transgender students, The Lavender Cabinet supplies materials for all. “I wish more people knew that it didn’t just hold genderaffirming products like binders and trans tape and stuff like that, but it actually holds a lot of menstrual care products,” Aslan said. This common assumption is the reason the cabinet is not a more popular resource on campus. “We have a lot of resources within The Lavender Cabinet that a lot of students don’t use because they think it only has gender-affirming garments and not things that can be widely used by our campus population,” Aslan said. Reach McKenna Van Voris at life@collegian.com.

A Colorado State University student looks through a booklet containing different identity flags and information about them Oct. 11, 2023. The CSU Pride Resource Center hosted a booth for Coming Into Queerness Day. PHOTO BY JULIA PERCY THE COLLEGIAN

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INCLUSIVE EVENT

Silent social: New Belgium hosts CSU ASL Club By Kloe Brill @csucollegian

New Belgium Brewing opened its doors to the Colorado State University American Sign Language Club for a unique and silent social experience. The atmosphere was that of a typical social bar setting but with complete silence. Attendees communicated by signing across the room, creating a visual spectacle of inclusivity. The air was filled with happiness as people engaged in silent conversations while sipping on their favorite New Belgium beers Thursday, Jan. 18. New Belgium Brewing, headquartered in Fort Collins, is a national brewing company known for its commitment to creating inviting spaces for all. Sydney Milner, the employee who organized the event, shared her passion for the deaf community and ASL. A CSU graduate with a degree in communications, linguistics and culture, Milner currently holds the title of liquid center lead at New Belgium in Fort Collins. “This is a place for you to be exactly as you are,” Milner said. “With the inclusivity of ASL and the deaf community, I feel that everyone will get the opportunity to be seen as they are. This is something

I want to keep doing, and (I) hope that more people will feel inclined to join in the future.” Milner, who previously belonged to the ASL Club during her time at CSU, shared her dedication to spreading awareness and inclusivity of ASL in the Fort Collins region. “I want to promote a safe and inviting space for all: the deaf, hard of hearing, or hearing,” Milner said. Milner learned ASL during college and gained experience volunteering at a deaf camp run by the Trillium Deaf Program based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Hanna Stovall, the social outreach officer of the ASL Club at CSU, is a senior majoring in human development and family studies and minoring in ASL. “Our collaboration with New Belgium felt natural because breweries are places designed to sit and chill and hang out with friends over a nice beer, so now we can chat (silently) over a beer,” Stovall said. “(It) can’t get much better than that.” Stovall said the connection to a CSU alum at New Belgium was beneficial to the ASL Club. “It was really nice because Sydney has been to our socials before, so she knows the expectations of completely voice-off silent chats,” Stovall

said. “She even wrote a sign so others knew, which was fantastic. I think our biggest goals for this event were to integrate more into the broader FoCo community, not just immediately around campus.” Charlie Knott attended the social and is a first-year graduate student studying biomedical sciences at CSU. “I was born deaf, so I learned (ASL) through my mom originally and kept learning it throughout my childhood,” Knott said. “ASL is my first language. I learned about the club through my friend Drew, who started learning ASL.” For those interested in joining the CSU ASL Club, updates, meeting times and social events can be found on their Instagram and Facebook pages. Meetings are held 6:30-8:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the Lory Student Center. The ASL Club’s collaboration with New Belgium resonated with the club’s purpose. “I think what is unique about our club and its structure is that its sole purpose is to connect and have fun,” Stovall said. “There is no requirement to join. We just ask that you are respectful, open-minded and willing to learn.” Reach Kloe Brill at life @collegian.com.

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COVER STORY

CSU men’s basketball curates culture, leaves lasting legacy in Moby Arena By Damon Cook

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Colorado State men’s basketball is off to one of its best seasons ever with the greatest player to ever waltz through their doors: Isaiah Stevens. Sometimes you can just tell when a player has what it takes to be great. While you definitely can’t predict that a player will have a career like the one Stevens has had, it became apparent early that he is the real deal. “I think those things develop over time,” men’s basketball coach Niko Medved said. “I really felt like — and again, you don’t know he’s going to have a hall-of-fame career — but I think you could see very early on in his freshman year that he had the ‘it’ factor. He had something different as far as his competitive spirit, his feel for the game, his ability to compete at a high level and in pressure situations. And it just really felt like he belonged and could do it.” In the four years in which Medved has been able to watch Stevens blossom into the dynamic guard, the guard has become has been nothing short of special. “It’s really gratifying to see young people live out their goals and dreams,” Medved said. “When somebody believes in you and believes in our program and puts everything they have into it, you love to see them get everything they can in return. And he’s earned everything he’s gotten in this program with what he’s done on and off the court.” What Stevens has done on the court in his first four seasons undoubtedly cemented his legacy among some of the best players to ever don the green and gold, but really it’s what he has done in his final season that uplifts him past all of the greats to ever stroll through the halls of Moby Arena. “It’s definitely a tough situation to try to balance out because you work so hard individually on your game to hopefully one day have your name in these conversations,” Stevens said. “At the same time, none of it is really important without wins, in my opinion. I was raised that way. That’s how I was coached to be as a point guard was putting winning above all else. And when the team wins, ‘everybody eats,’ is what we say.” Behind Stevens, CSU has found itself surpassing several milestones. The Rams rose to No. 13 in the Associated Press Top 25 — the highest in program history. The Rams also found themselves with a 12-1 nonconference record — quite possibly their best start to a season, a start that almost guarantees

CSU will be shaking it on the dance floor come March and a start that is helping mold the culture that Medved has been building throughout almost six seasons at the helm. “We want really highly competitive young people — people who love basketball but people who want to be a part of the team,” Medved said. “I think it starts there, and then it’s just our actions every day, and it’s the way we work — the way we work for each other and enjoy doing it. I think just over time, I think those actions build into your culture.” Of course, the season doesn’t end after the nonconference slate. With how good the Mountain West is this year, it seems like it has just started. Just like every year, there’s always buzz saying how good the MW is, but this season just seems different. Every game is a gauntlet. It’s nearly impossible to win on the road, the conference will be as wide open as ever and it appears that the NCAA is ready to welcome five or six Mountain West teams into March Madness. With all of the greatness exuded from the conference, it has become apparent that the winner of the Mountain West tournament comes with the possibility of a historic legacy. “I feel it has been a good men’s basketball conference for a while,” CSU volunteer historian John Hirn said. “A few years ago, the MWC had four or five NCAA tournament teams — and not just one season but

for a few seasons. The real test will come in March on this tournament and the CSU team. Winning a season conference championship outright, and the conference tournament will be the real test of the Rams in 2024.” While the culture Medved and company have been building has certainly been something of awe, reinforcing that some hardware never hurts. “The future is bright with CSU’s basketball program,” Hirn said. “But the Rams will need to have multiple seasons like this one — and championships — to really become a hot basketball school.” Recruiting and finding impact players in the transfer portal are things Medved excels in, especially when it comes to finding players at the Division II level. Joe Palmer, Patrick Cartier, Joel Scott and Josiah Strong are just a few players who have come in throughout Medved’s reign and have experience at the Division II or junior college level. “I always say that if a young person comes to our program and they stay here, they should feel like their experience in our program changed their life,” Medved said. “Oftentimes we live it every day, but it’s so much bigger than the wins and losses.” David Roddy and Nico Carvacho lead that group of nextlevel Rams who played for Medved. Roddy was the 23rd overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft to the Philadelphia 76ers — the pick was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies — and

Carvacho continues his professional career overseas playing for the first team on MKS Dąbrowa Górnicza in Poland. Despite the professional success, Roddy and Carvacho remain incredibly connected to the program — something that seems likely to repeat once Stevens graduates from the program. “Some of these dudes that I’ve got an opportunity to play with, whether they’re here currently or not and coaches as well, I think are going to be lifelong relationships that I’ll be able to hold on to no matter the situation,” Stevens said. “I still talk to former teammates, former coaches almost every week. I spend a lot of time with these guys, … so those relationships — knowing that I have people that I can call and rely on no matter what the circumstances are — I think is important.” Hirn emphasized that CSU basketball is still a ways from matching the loyalty the fans have shown with football. “I think we are seeing big crowds because we are seeing wins and good teams to play against,” Hirn said. “CSU is still a football-loving school — make no bones about that fact. We can fill Canvas Stadium with struggling CSU teams. If the men’s basketball team is struggling, Moby is as empty as the library on a Friday night. Coach Medved is building a culture of basketball, but consistency is what is needed to have it build even further. One season of being ranked

and the possibility of a conference title is not enough. We need winning year after year to build it like Sonny Lubick did for football in the 1990s and early 2000s.” Well, that certainly begs the question: Can Medved be to CSU men’s basketball what Lubick was to CSU football? Medved’s CSU .590 winning percentage up through the 2022-23 season is certainly in line with the .593 winning percentage Lubick finished with. “Let’s take it back to 1961 to 1969: That was an amazing basketball time at CSU, while the football team only saw one winning season,” Hirn said. “We beat John Wooden and UCLA in an amazing upset. The Rams also got to the Elite Eight in the best NCAA tournament season ever of 1969. Coach Jim Williams really made a basketball culture here in the 1960s and even through the 1970s. We are not there yet.” The Rams have two players in the history of the program named to an All-American list: Roddy and Bill Green. Stevens seems right in line to make that a third this season. As of Jan. 15, he is currently the only player in the nation averaging more than 15 points and seven assists. He was named to the top 25 finalists for the John R. Wooden Award and was named to the Lute Olson Mid-Season Watch List. He will likely soon become the highest scoring player in program history and continues to distance himself as the assist leader. If Stevens is named to an AllAmerican team, that would make two out of three CSU All-Americans brought to the school by Medved. It goes without saying that what Stevens has done at CSU has been program altering. Certainly, his play has made Medved’s job easier. That’s why when the curtain closes on his final act as a guard for the Rams, it will be that much harder to say goodbye. “I really try not to think about it being Zay’s (Stevens’) last year here,” Medved said. “You know, I’ve had my moments, but I really try and tell these guys to focus on being where their feet are.” Focusing on winning is important, but cherishing the people and the relationships is ultimately what stands the test of time as a culture builder. In his final season, Stevens is soaking up all he can. “Our coaches have done a good job at just making sure we’re spending time with each other, and we’re getting to know each other on a personal level because that can also add an effect on the road,” Stevens said. Reach Damon Cook at sports @collegian.com.

Thursday, January 25, 2024

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CENTENNIAL PRIDE

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Colorado’s snow-covered peaks are about to echo with the cheers of hometown pride as athletes gear up for the X Games Aspen. From the Rocky Mountains to the foothills, Colorado’s best skiers and snowboarders are set to carve their mark in X Games history. Out of the 30 athletes competing for Team USA in these X Games, nine hail from Colorado. Nearly one-third of the American X Games team is from Colorado, which is impressive considering Colorado is only one of 50 states athletes could be from. The X Games originally began in the summer of 1995 in Providence, Rhode Island, and were initially marketed as the “Extreme Games.” Skateboarding, bungee jumping, sky surfing and mountain biking were some of the main events. For the upcoming 2024 Winter X Games, there are significantly fewer nontraditional events. The competition begins Friday, Jan. 26, with Women’s Snowboard Slopestyle, Monster Energy Women’s Snowboard SuperPipe, Thayers Men’s Snowboard Knuckle Huck, Pacifico Men’s Ski Big Air and Monster Energy Men’s Snowboard SuperPipe. Saturday, Jan. 27, starts off early with Samsung Men’s Ski Slopestyle, then into Thayers Women’s Snowboard Knuckle Huck. The rest of Saturday consists of Thayers Women’s Ski Knuckle Huck, OKX Snowboard Street Style, Women’s Ski SuperPipe, Pacifico Women’s Ski Big Air, Pacifico Men’s Snowboard Big

Air and Thayers Men’s Ski Knuckle Huck. Sunday concludes the 2024 Winter X Games with Men’s Snowboard Slopestyle leading the way, followed up by Samsung Women’s Ski Slopestyle, Men’s Ski SuperPipe and Pacifico Women’s Snowboard Big Air. The most recent addition to the Winter X Games lineup, the Knuckle Huck, was added as a men’s-only discipline in the 2020 games and for the first time ever features a women’s side as well in the 2024 games. The Knuckle Huck is when athletes pop off of the “knuckle” or top of a jump and use that momentum to go into another trick. For the 2024 Winter X Games, Colorado is making a large impact for the American team.

Up-and-comers

Riley Jacobs is an athlete who, despite having been around on the Team USA squad, has yet to compete in an X Games. Hailing from Oak Creek, Colorado, Jacobs has been on Team USA since 2021 and competes in the halfpipe competition. Ellie Weiler is from Highlands Ranch, Colorado, and will be competing in her first X Games. Weiler specializes in knuckle tricks and will be one person to look out for in the inaugural Women’s Knuckle Huck event. Jake Canter is someone whose age of 20 years signals he should be someone who’s new to the X Games, but after getting a spontaneous chance in the 2019 X Games, he’s been in the back of everyone’s minds. Canter’s hometown is Denver, and after missing out in the 2022 X Games, he’ll be

one to look out for in the Knuckle Huck.

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Alex Ferreira is from Aspen, Colorado, home of the Winter X Games, and has been around in the snow sports landscape for quite some time. After competing in his first X Games in the Ski SuperPipe in 2013, he’s had mixed success with his best results coming in 2019 and 2020, when he placed first overall in the Ski SuperPipe event. Red Gerard is another experienced veteran from Silverthorne, Colorado, and mainly competes in Snowboard Slopestyle with one appearance in Snowboard Knuckle Huck in 2019. Gerard’s best performance was in 2020, when he placed third in Snowboard Slopestyle. Aaron Blunck’s hometown is Crested Butte, Colorado, which put him in a great place to come into early talent in the X Games. Blunck’s first X Games appearance was in 2013, when he competed in Ski SuperPipe, and he has competed every year since, appearing in multiple X Games.

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Jesper Tjader practices for the X Games Aspen Chipotle Ski Knuckle Huck Jan. 26, 2023. Tjader achieved gold during the competition with a switch double backflip, backside butter and a trick coined the “worm turn” into a 900. PHOTO BY GARRETT MOGEL THE COLLEGIAN

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ENVIRONMENT

Coloradans share perspectives on sustainable living By Kaitlyn Mixon @csucollegian

Dallas May watched the remaining ranches around him turn into farmland growing up. Though he was thrilled by the advancements in farming agriculture, he was troubled by the diminishment of wildlife and natural ecosystems. He then decided that he would dedicate his future to finding a way for wildlife, farming and ranching to co-exist. May decided to open a ranch that focused on natural ecosystem livelihood, providing future generations with ways to achieve a sustainable and affordable supply of food while protecting the environment. The ranch has been named the May Ranch. “We operate the ranch organically — no pesticides, no insecticides,” May said. “We allow all animals to function in their native state. We do not control any, including coyotes, prairie dogs or any others. In 50 years, we have not killed a coyote on the ranch, only allowed them to function normally and have had tens of thousands of calves born and not lost one to coyote predation. The coyotes have a natural prey base since we do not kill prairie dogs, rabbits, gophers or any other animals.” May’s goal is to find ways to sustainably conserve wildlife, habitats, water and farming and ranching families whose values match his own. “We view it as our responsibility to improve and maintain the wildlife habitat on the ranch,” May said. “Ranching and wildlife can and should be complementary, not competitive. We do our best to manage our grazing so that it contributes to the natural environment that is needed for biodiversity.” May’s philosophy focuses on the growth of

biodiversity and sustainable agriculture in ranching and farming, as he said he believes ranching and wildlife practices should complement one another. May has taken action in developing his practices. “Years ago, we placed a conservation easement on the land with Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust so that it will never be converted from native grass and remains a working cattle ranch,” May said. May simultaneously began a privately funded carbon credit offset program in cooperation with Ducks Unlimited that allows people to sell carbon credit offsets around the globe. The ranch is Audubon Conservation Ranching certified, which requires that it is operated to maximize habitat for birds, guaranteeing all species will benefit. The health of grasslands is vital for the fight against climate change, and the May family is fully aware of this. They allow their grasslands to flourish and grow tall, which permits the increased amount of carbon the grass maintains. Instead of releasing carbon into the atmosphere, the soil stores it and increases carbon uptake in place of spewing it out. “We are Global Animal Protection certified through the (United States Department of Agriculture),” May said. “(This) guarantees that our animals are raised humanely and without physical alterations — no branding, dehorning and natural weaning.” May’s humanely raised production through the Audubon Conservation Ranching marketplace has been distributed through numerous Colorado markets. One of these is the Fort

Collins Food Co-Op, also known as the Mountain Avenue Market. Stephanie Bublitz, a management team member of the Fort Collins Food Co-Op, said her market is “built on the idea of the triple bottom line, so in our bylaws, we strive to help people, the planet and nonprofits.” Bublitz and her organization align with not only May’s views on agriculture but also those in the community who are focused on sustainable agriculture and practices that benefit the environment. Pangaea Kaan is a student at Colorado State University who strives to attain similar values while using sustainable practices in her everyday life. Kaan is from Nebraska, but her grandparents have a farm in Colorado, so she has spent lots of time learning about the agriculture and ecosystem in the area. She has been attempting to find the most effective ways to attain sustainable agriculture through her horticulture background and her past with plant propagation. Between plant propagation and learning how to sustainably grow agriculture in her small Fort Collins apartment, Kaan also has many tips and suggestions about the best ways to have a more sustainable lifestyle as a college student. When she isn’t spending time on her homework, Kaan is finding ways to be sustainable. By going to farmers markets and buying from stores such as the Fort Collins Co-Op, she has successfully built herself a way of life that benefits the ecosystem around her. “The containers that I use for my seedlings are all recycled containers, like coffee creamer, Dawn dish soap, the top of other various plastic items cut off to plant things in,” Kaan said. “The candles we use, we soak the rest out and use them as dish ware. All the wax melts to the top, and we take it off, and it’s a perfect

little cup or little dish; it’s amazing how much we can do with old plastic.” Kaan said that even though taking up a plastic-free lifestyle is difficult, it is attainable and helps the environment more than most people realize. She has been very interested in farming practices and finding ways to grow her own food. “The ones we’ve got in there right now are spinach, arugula, mint, lavender, basil, chives, zucchini, peas and milkweed for the butterflies,” Kaan said. “Milkweed is so important because it can be a weed, but it is so good for the monarchs and the butterflies to help keep them populated because they’re going extinct, and we need to help our butterfly population. We’re going to start them here and put them into garden beds when we move them over to our new apartment in August.” Kaan uses old beer cans for the saplings and grows crops that not only benefit her lifestyle but also the ecosystem around her. Kaan is attempting to mimic May’s line of work. “It’s just little things like using small old plant leaves and propagating them to have better oxygen flow in your home,” Kaan said while giving a tour of her current propagations. “It’s better to have good things in your environment to help with your mental health and, you know, your physical health, too.” Kaan, May and Bublitz are all striving to achieve the same goal of having a sustainable method of agriculture while keeping the ecosystem happy and healthy. With creative recycling strategies like Kaan’s, investment in ecosystemfriendly production like May Ranch and community support of local sustainable produce like Mountain Avenue Market, the food system and the planet will be in better shape than before. Reach Kaitlyn Mixon at science @collegian.com.

Pangaea Kaan holds one of her newly propagated seedlings in her Fort Collins apartment April 8, 2023. PHOTO BY KAITLYN MIXON THE COLLEGIAN

Thursday, January 25, 2024

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PROGRAM UPDATES

Nutrition department to undergo transformation By Kira Shryock @csucollegian

Jumping back into the start of a new year, students can expect to notice some changes as the semesters go by at Colorado State University. The food science and human nutrition department is getting a revamp in the coming fall semester. “At our department retreat, I posed a question to our entire faculty and staff: ‘Are we providing our students with the opportunities and training that best prepare them for their future careers, or are we simply doing things the way they’ve always been done?,’” said Chris Gentile, head of the department of food science and human nutrition. “That question has led us to scrutinize every aspect of the department — from the names and focus of our majors to the courses and training opportunities offered, down to the time of day and prerequisites for each course.” As the department continues to plan out all the changes, students can look forward to exciting new opportunities. While not

everything is set in stone, students can still get a firm understanding of what changes to expect this fall.

“Sports nutrition is a topic area students have been asking for, so we’ve created two new undergraduate courses.”

CHRIS GENTILE CSU FOOD SCIENCE AND HUMAN NUTRITION DEPARTMENT HEAD

“The main changes are that all of our majors are getting an overhaul, so there are some great new options for students in the food science and human nutrition department,” said Nora May, academic success coordinator for the College of Health and Human Sciences. “Many of the changes were made in order to streamline our options and to give students more flexibility in choosing

electives that align with their interests and career aspirations.” Specifically, the names of the three majors in FSHN will be changed to reflect the coursework and training that students will receive. There will only be three concentrations within the majors, and those concentrations will be better aligned to careers in their respective fields. More than 20 new classes will be available, some prerequisites have been simplified and new additions to research space, labs and a study area will be in the works for the fall semester. “In our nutrition science major, I’m really excited about our new concentration in sports nutrition and wellness,” Gentile said to further explain the three renamed majors. “Sports nutrition is a topic area students have been asking for, so we’ve created two new undergraduate courses.” Gentile explained that this concentration is meant to help students who want to work in the health and wellness sector but aren’t sure where they want to go or for those who aren’t yet immediately seeking a graduate degree. “To expand food science, we’ve aligned it with fermentation in a new major called ‘fermentation and

food science,’” Gentile said. “As part of that change, we’re creating new courses and research opportunities for students interested in food science.” They also plan to add a new minor to this major as well. “In hospitality and event management, I’m excited about our move into the event planning space,” Gentile said. “Event planning is the fast-growing part of hospitality, and students have been asking for more programming. As a result, we’ve started two new event planning classes and have changed our name to reflect the new direction.” “Across all of our majors, faculty have created new and interesting classes that address topics such as health equity, food as preventive medicine, cultural aspects of fermented foods, sports nutrition, dietetics leadership, evidence-based research and seminar classes that focus on industry involvement and potential career paths,” May said, diving into the details of the new courses offered. “We have created a more in-depth list of guided electives for students to choose from to tailor their education.” Reach Kira Shryock at science@collegian.com.

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FOR ROUGH- RAISED THE JOB STOCK: PHOTOS BY MILO GLADSTEIN

Chayse Edmiston drinks water after getting a bloody nose during the Richie Tavenner Memorial Bull Blast in Brighton, Colorado, June 17, 2023.

Parker Gilbert prepares to get on a bull at J.D. Ford’s bull riding practice in Brighton, Colorado, June 2, 2023. Ford has been holding practice at his house every Sunday for the past 29 years.

A bull rider competes during the Richie Tavenner Memorial Bull Blast in Brighton, Colorado, June 17, 2023. The winner receives a scholarship to the Gary Leffew Bull Riding School.

Patrick Sisneros smiles after being covered in mud during the Richie Tavenner Memorial Bull Blast in Brighton, Colorado, June 17, 2023.

A father and son take a moment of prayer before the Richie Tavenner Memorial Bull Blast in Brighton, Colorado, June 17, 2023.

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Gary Leffew coaches bull riders at J.D. Ford’s ranch in Brighton, Colorado, June 2, 2023. Andrew Garey smiles after being covered in mud during the Richie Tavenner Memorial Bull Blast in Brighton, Colorado, June 17, 2023.

Parker Gilbert rides a bull at J.D. Ford’s bull riding practice in Brighton, Colorado, June 2, 2023. Ford has been holding practice at his house every Sunday for the past 29 years.

Taggart Moses rides during X2D Broncs riding practice at Double Check Arena in Eaton, Colorado, April 3, 2023.

A bull fighter awaits the next rider during the Richie Tavenner Memorial Bull Blast in Brighton, Colorado, June 17, 2023.

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COLLEGIAN COLUMNIST

Devaluing some academic fields has sexist, elitist implications By Hannah Parcells @hannahparcells

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. As college students, we are surrounded by people with different goals, passions and talents. A college campus is one of the few places where you get GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATION BY PRESTON BOX THE COLLEGIAN to interact with similar to are predominantly perceived people from multiple different preexisting judgments outside as feminine. fields of study almost constantly. Gender connotations in fields of of STEM. However, this comes with Biology is perceived as easy study are not a new phenomenon. a rather glaring problem: the compared to physics or chemistry. In fact, the main focus of the fight tendency to compare fields of study for gender equality has been to Psychology is often dubbed a soft and perpetuate the undervaluation dismantle the idea that a field of science and, in some cases, isn’t of some professions over others. study is more suited for one gender classified as a STEM field at all. Someone’s major is often a part These fields weren’t always over the other. of their identity as a student. It One of the most common treated this way. But is it a serves as a descriptor for them as examples of this is the fields of coincidence that they are today a person on campus, so when we science, technology, engineering when women make up more than compare the values of fields of and mathematics. Traditionally, half of recent graduates in biology study, we are also comparing the STEM fields have been perceived and more than 75% of recent people within them. as more masculine, but there has graduates in psychology? Whether it’s the subtle Biology and psychology are been a prominent effort to change suggestion that STEM disciplines not unique. There is a pattern that perception. Organizations are more prestigious or the such as Women in STEM and of devaluing fields perceived as societal assumption that certain Girls Who Code exist with feminine. Nursing, education and fields are inherently superior, the goal of challenging that social work are all traditionally these comparisons undermine stereotype and elevating women in associated with women and often the talents and contributions of get less societal recognition. those fields. students across all disciplines. These biases are rooted in Despite the progress made in These comparisons stem from STEM fields regarding gender historical gender stereotypes dangerous biases and are so equality, new biases have emerged that persist on different levels to commonplace that we’ve become between the fields themselves. this day. Research has found that used to them. One such bias is the These biases are especially parents and educators see women idea that studying the humanities prominent in discussions as less qualified when it comes to is inherently easier or less valuable, math-oriented subjects. Children comparing majors on campus. as if the fields of history, literature Fields such as engineering internalize these biases, and they and education aren’t vital to a and technology are often seen as shape how we perceive different functioning society. more masculine, while fields such fields of study later in life. One of the most prominent The devaluation of certain as psychology and biology are and most harmful is a gender perceived as more feminine. This professions is a byproduct of bias that undermines the internal shift has led to judgments how we treat majors at the importance of areas of study that

undergraduate level. When we perpetuate gender stereotypes by comparing majors, whether consciously or unconsciously, we contribute to a cycle of devaluing both the broader field and those within it. Every field contributes to society, and no field should be considered inherently superior or inferior based on gender biases. It’s crucial for college students to actively challenge and resist these notions in academic environments. Students should not have to defend the value of their chosen field. Rather than comparing the perceived difficulty or importance of different majors, students should celebrate the different passions and skills that exist across all majors on campus. Let every student feel proud of their chosen path without fear of judgment. As students, our voices are influential in shaping future societal norms. We must engage in conversations that uplift fields of study rather than put them down. And celebrate the interests of your fellow students, even if their interests are different from your own. Being on a college campus provides us with the unique opportunity to learn about subjects and areas of study we would not ordinarily be exposed to. Instead of making judgments rooted in personal biases, use the opportunity to appreciate the work done in those fields. Recognizing the value of each field, regardless of gender associations or perceived difficulty, is a step toward fostering a more inclusive, equitable and supportive culture on campus. Reach Hannah Parcells at letters @collegian.com.

Thursday, January 25, 2024

THEY HAVE THE DRIVE. WE’LL PAVE THE WAY. Students with strong character are well on their way to becoming tomorrow’s leaders. Encourage them to skip entry level and get the education and skills they need to succeed as Officers in the U.S. Army.

DECIDE TO LEAD.

Find out more about leadership and scholarships at CSU Army ROTC by scanning the QR code or visiting our website at armyrotc.colostate.edu, or contacting the CSU Army ROTC Enrollment Advisor at 970-491-1640, or via email Army_ROTC_Enrollment_Advisor@colostate.edu

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Taylor Swift spoiled her fans to her own downfall By Hana Pavelko @hanasolo13

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. When I was a teenage girl, I listened to nothing but Taylor Swift. Now, even though her music makes up a large portion of my playlists, she’s not the only artist I listen to. And I can’t deny that I know the words to every one of her songs. I like her music, and I am not ashamed to admit it. Swift made history in 2023 when she began her legendary Eras Tour, becoming the most streamed artist in 2023 on Spotify and Apple Music. She was even featured as the 2023 Time Person of the Year. Swift has made headlines around the country. And yes, her fans have cheered her on throughout every accomplishment, but what is next? It seems like Swift has oversaturated her fans with content to her own detriment. Swift had a constant stream of music releases since 2019, when her album “Lover” came out. Swift has released at least one album per year — either consisting of brand new music or a rerecord of one of her

old albums. This came as part of her journey to reclaim her music after breaking ties with her record label and Scooter Braun. Despite the almost continuous new content, some fans are still desperate for more. They are anxiously waiting for the release date of “Reputation (Taylor’s Version)” to be announced, and they are now waiting for their fourth speculated announcement date, Feb. 16, to come. Swift’s latest album, “1989 (Taylor’s Version),” was released Oct. 27, 2023. Yet fans are expecting Swift to release another album only four months after the release of her last one. These are some huge expectations of the singer and a lot of pressure to put on her. While Swift’s fans — Swifties, as they call themselves — continue to support all of her actions, it appears as if some are ungrateful for the amount of content Swift provides them with. Some are unsatisfied with the vault tracks, some complain that the newly recorded versions sound too different from the originals and some think that more music videos are long overdue for the rerecords. It appears that Swifties are insatiable when it comes to Swift’s content, and she has indulged them for far too long. After two rerecords

and plenty of singles in 2023, it is unclear if Swift will be able to keep up the pace at which she released music last year — not to mention that after her rerecording journey is finished, Swift will have to rely on newly written music to release albums. Songs and albums take time to record and produce. There could be a huge delay in music from Swift after her last two Taylor’s Version albums are released. Swifties have been spoiled by the constant stream of content and have no idea how to be patient anymore. There were three years between the release of the original version of Swift’s “1989” and “Reputation.” But if another drought like this were to come now, I have no doubt that fans would be enraged about having to wait so long for another album. Fans and nonfans alike need to recognize that Swift needs a break from her constant flow of music. Especially with her newfound relationship with Travis Kelce, she should be able to focus on her personal life rather than the demands of her fans. Rather than feeling pressured to rush her writing, a break might allow Swift to produce another hit album. Reach Hana Pavelko at letters@collegian.com.

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SERIOUSLY

Ram-cademy awards: Here’s what CSU won “Here are five awards the Rams knocked out of the park.”

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By Emma Souza @_emmasouza

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. The academy award season has taken over America. With the Emmys and Golden Globes ceremonies out of the way, it is now time for the Oscars to step in. Award shows are always fun to watch: the celebrations, the records broken, the drama, the crash-andburns of hosts who can’t land a single joke (cough cough Jo Koy). Award recognition unites actors who share beautiful emotions with the viewers who love to witness those emotions alongside them. U n f o r t u n a t e l y, however, these ceremonies also include a lot of snubs: people or productions that arguably deserved to sweep but left the ceremony emptyhanded. What is the biggest snub of

all, you ask? Well, it’s Colorado State University, of course. Here are five awards the Rams knocked out of the park.

Best Collegiate Feature in an Award-Winning Show

It would be a dishonor to not mention this amazing feat. In an episode of Max’s awardwinning show “The Last of Us,”lead characters Joel and Ellie stumble upon a college campus titled University of Eastern Colorado. Their mascot? The Big Horns. This is clearly a nod to CSU — our dearly loved CAM the Ram is a bighorn sheep. Being featured in a show that won eight Emmys? Boulder could never.

Best Dedication to Green

CSU’s dedication to sustainability on campus and throughout Fort Collins is no secret; we’ve been a top dog among higher education for years, already topping charts of the most green colleges in 2024.

According to a CSU SOURCE article about sustainability, over 90% of CSU’s academic departments have participated in at least one research project related to sustainability. We also offer over 800 courses that include sustainability and consistently give fresh produce to the campus food pantry. Due to all of these accomplishments, and all of those to come, CSU walked away with the Best Dedication to Green in 2023.

Best Original Score

A film’s or television show’s original score is a piece of music specifically created for that production alone. Although Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” won Best Original Score at the Golden Globes, and as much as I loved that soundtrack, CSU more than deserves this award. The fight song? Impeccable. The oncampus performance by Goose this past October? Amazing. The artists touring in Aggie Theatre? Incredibly talented.

The Fort Collins music scene simply cannot go unrecognized.

Best College Town Eats

As CSU students, we have a variety of delicious foods right at our fingertips. Fort Collins has some of the best eats to offer in Northern Colorado, if not the best out of every college town. No matter if you’re craving something sweet at Walrus Ice Cream, something savory at Slyce Pizza Co., a bite of seafood at Jaws Sushi or a drink at one of our breweries, Fort Collins has got you covered — and for that reason, CSU has the best college town eats.

Best Student Media Company

Shameless plug. Come join Rocky Mountain Student Media if you want to be part of an eccentric, award-winning community. This one is just another trophy on a very long list of CSU’s many accomplishments. Reach Emma Souza at letters@collegian.com.

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ALBUM TOUR

Up close and personal: Odie Leigh entrances fans at Aggie By Ruby Secrest @csucollegian

Oftentimes, fans are guilty of putting performers on a pedestal. Whether this be their favorite athletes, a musician or influencers, the privileges of celebrity lifestyle can confuse the realities of the job. During Odie Leigh’s Jan. 19 performance at Aggie Theatre, she wore her heart on her sleeve, letting her audience in on how being on tour has affected her mental state. Her vulnerability did not stop Leigh from giving the crowd a night of intimate moments and beautiful music. The young American singer was discovered on TikTok during the COVID-19 lockdown and is now coming to the end of her The Only

Thing Worse Tour, taking its name after her newly released album “The Only Thing Worse Than A Woman Who Lies Is A Girl Who’ll Tell Truths.” This is Leigh’s second tour, and its length has impacted the musician. “I need to take a break so that I can feel the magic again,” Leigh said during an interview before she took the stage. “Right now, I have no connection to my songs because right now, I am just so used to it.” Leigh toured with a band composed of musicians Joey Laborde, who contributed their talents on a double bass, and Ajai Combelic, who played the drums and keyboard and multiple other instruments throughout the show. Together, they performed some of Leigh’s most popular songs: “Crop

Circles,” “Nine Lives” and “A Month or Two” as well as an unreleased song. By allowing Leigh and her songs to speak for themselves, Leigh’s audience was better able to connect with her as an artist and a person. The stage was bare, with only speakers and instruments. Standing between Leigh and her fans was nothing — no barricade or security. This left only Leigh and her two fellow artists on their own to convey their message and connect with the audience. “I am here to connect with people and make sure they have a good relationship with my music after they’ve seen it in person,’’ Leigh said. “This is not about me; this is for all the people standing in line.” While putting on a truly commendable performance, Leigh

stayed honest with her fans by reminding them that it is “hard to give 100% everyday.” “I never wanted this — I never wanted to be a musician,” Leigh said to her crowd in between songs while plucking her guitar. “Some extraordinary things happened, and here I am playing for all of you. … If we’re being honest, today I was singing in the green room, and the only thought in my head was, ‘God, I should be doing so much better. I can do so much better.’” It was intimate moments like this when Leigh made the theater feel as though it was a small bar filled with people she had played for many times before. Leigh forged connections between herself and the audience, and the audience members identified

with each other as well. Regardless of whether they were longtime fans or only heard a few songs, Leigh made each person in the audience feel as though the show was personaliz ed to them. “I didn’t know about Odie Leigh before the show; I actually just came with her,” attendee Natalie Andrews said as she pointed to her friend next to her. “And now, I genuinely can not put into words how big of a fan I am after seeing her.” Reach Ruby Secrest at entertainment@collegian.com.

Odie Leigh performs her hit song “Crop Circles” during her show at Aggie Theatre Jan. 19. Leigh connected her fans to herself, her music and one another in a magical folk performance. PHOTO BY RUBY SECREST THE COLLEGIAN

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MOVIE REVIEW

‘Wonka’ brings nostalgia through bright, whimsical musical By Sananda Chandy @csucollegian

The prequel to the well-known classic “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” “Wonka” arrived in theaters this past December and is a sentimental film that tells the origin story of Willy Wonka ambitiously working to fulfill his dream. This heartwarming musical develops a sweet spin on the classic character, providing a prequel that keeps people of all ages entertained. “Wonka” follows young Wonka as an aspiring magician, inventor and chocolatier who comes to Europe in hopes of opening his own chocolate shop dedicated to his mother. However, he is faced with the fierce chocolate cartel that attempts to drive him out of business to ensure they can maintain their superiority. With the help of those he meets along the way, Wonka recognizes the internal beauty of making chocolate, developing the lovable chocolatemaker and fantastical chocolate shop many know and love.

“Every good thing in the world starts with a dream,” Wonka says in the movie. This film has a vibrancy that can capture the attention of all ages; it expresses rather uplifting messages of strength and bravery coupled with a setting of sweet and joyous wonder at every turn. “Wonka” has received much success, grossing over $500 million at the box office. This showcases how much audiences still enjoy stories of the lovable chocolatemaker years after the original adaptation of Roald Dahl’s novel “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” Timothée Chalamet really brought Wonka’s character to life, bringing a charismatic, outspoken, cheerful personality that really warms the audience’s hearts. Chalamet’s performance truly reflected Wonka as a good-hearted trickster and hero who places his heart and soul into each piece of chocolate. Each scene that displays Wonka making chocolate is truly magical, as they demonstrate that his determination and passion for creating chocolate go beyond what

is expected. Chalamet did a great job of showcasing the development of Wonka’s character through the most humorous occasions and the disheartening trials he faces. The soundtrack holds tunes with a dreamy sense of wonderment that draws audiences in with illustrative musical scenes and dance numbers. Each number holds such fluidity and brought in such a dreamlike element that invited audiences into a world of pure imagination. Although some songs were unnecessary and a little abrupt at times, they still encompassed melodies and lyrics reminiscent of the classic tale and unique to the story as well. Some plot points appear a little silly — like chocolate that makes you fly or drowning in chocolate — but they add to the imaginative aspect of the movie and really bring this fantasy world to life on the screen. This film provides a more modern take on Wonka, developing settings, costumes, choreography and characters that add to the nostalgia and bring a fantastical world of chocolate and dreams to the screen. Remarkable performances from

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Calah Lane as Noodle and Hugh Grant as Lofty the Oompa Loompa strengthen the story in many ways. Noodle’s resilience and open heart when faced with challenges really emphasize the message of staying true to one’s dreams. Lofty’s mischievous mannerisms and antics in stealing chocolate from Wonka bring more humor into the film. “Wonka” is one of the biggest hits of the holiday season, expressing

feelings of cheer, childlike wonder and magic throughout the fantasy musical. For younger generations, it opens up a whole new part of Wonka’s story that is both spectacular and a marvel to behold. No matter your age, this sweetnatured movie will be sure to lift spirits in a multitude of ways. Reach Sananda Chandy at entertainment@collegian.com.

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Cuarteto Latinoamericano performs in CSU’s Organ Recital Hall By Kloe Brill @csucollegian

World-renowned string ensemble Cuarteto Latinoamericano performed in Colorado State University’s Organ Recital Hall, captivating students and members of the community. The quartet, consisting of three brothers Saúl Bitrán, Arón Bitrán and Álvaro Bitrán along with Javier Montiel, delivered a variety of classical music by Latinx American composers on the evening of Jan. 23. The roots of Cuarteto Latinoamericano trace back to the National Conservatory in Mexico City, where the Bitrán brothers met Montiel. Over the years, their dedication and talent have earned them awards, including the Latin Grammys for Best Classical Recordings in 2012 and 2016. “It’s very satisfying to get recognition maybe because we have a mission of promoting classical music written by Latin American composers,” Saúl Bitrán said. “These awards mean that, in a way, we have made this music more accessible, and people are starting to notice and recognize it.” Saúl Bitrán also said the satisfaction comes from accomplishing their mission rather than the awards themselves.

Spectators file into the Organ Recital Hall and find their seats before Cuarteto Latinoamericano performs Jan. 23. PHOTO BY SAMANTHA NORDSTROM THE COLLEGIAN

“We cannot rest just because of (our achievements),” Saúl Bitrán said. The quartet practices regularly, engages in outreach activities and actively promotes classical music with college students. The performance at CSU was part of the Classical Convergence Series. The goal of this series is to present top

performers who blend classical music with a modern perspective. Just days before their CSU concert, Cuarteto Latinoamericano performed in Washington D.C., showcasing their commitment to sharing their art across the United States. “The fact that it was written by composers from Latin America —

I think it does give it a little bit of a different angle,” Saúl Bitrán said, reflecting on the uniqueness of Latinx American compositions. “It’s still a European art form — it’s still concert, Western, classical music — but it definitely has a little bit of a different flavor.” A member of the event staff at the University Center of the Arts, Alexa Hudson, is a senior at CSU and studies music education. “I am not a string player, but I like listening to it sometimes,” Hudson said. “I think some of it, since I don’t know about it, it’s a bit odd for me to hear, but it’s really interesting to hear the styles and the different sounds that come through.” “Music that comes from Latin America usually has a personality that is quite unique,” Saúl Bitrán said. “It speaks classical music but with a different accent.” In addition to their performances, Cuarteto Latinoamericano engages with educational institutions. “We love doing concerts at colleges,” Saúl Bitrán said. “We do it very often because we like to combine our performance with academic activities.” The quartet conducted a master class at the UCA for string students on the day of their concert. Classes such as these create connections with colleagues worldwide and focus on inspiring young musicians.

Encouraging aspiring classical musicians, Saúl Bitrán spoke about the importance of diversifying skills. He encouraged students who want to pursue classical music to practice and to learn more skills such as music business and video editing that can be combined in a career as a performer. “These specific shows — I have worked quite a few of them,” said Brenna Hudson, senior music education student and member of the event staff at the UCA. “They’re very professional musicians who have a lot of experience, and so it’s really cool to see such large crowds coming to shows like this. ... They sound really, really good, and it’s interesting because they are Lincoln Center shows, but they are put on here at the UCA, and it gives us workers a chance to see what it is like to work a larger-scale show in the venues that we know of.” As the Classical Convergence Series continues at CSU, upcoming performances by guests such as Vitamin String Quartet Feb. 6 and Gilbert & Sullivan in Concert Feb. 28 will share more cultural experiences with the university community. Cuarteto Latinoamericano’s performance undoubtedly resonated with attendees, leaving them with an appreciation of classical music from Latin America. Reach Kloe Brill at entertainment @collegian.com.

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