Skip to Main Content



The Student News Site of Colorado State University - College Ave Mag

20th
Anniversary


The Student News Site of Colorado State University - College Ave Mag

College Ave Mag

The Student News Site of Colorado State University - College Ave Mag

College Ave Mag

Features
A Nation in the Streets

  The sound of chants and the rhythm of drums carried through Fort Collins as protesters gathered for the  nationwide “Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Out” protest on Jan. 30,...

Ethan McCue smiling as spring trees start blooming at Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colo., April 3.
Front Page
Being Trans in Greek Life

When we hear the words fraternity or sorority, several images may come to mind. Stereotypically, we think of gym bros doing secret handshakes, gossiping valley girls in matching jackets, hazing rituals,...

Features
Why Can’t I say (X)?

What’s so controversial about words like “women,” “equality,” “race,” or even “green”? And why would the federal government be inclined to include these, and a swath of others, on a list...

Features
A Nation in the Streets
May 5, 2026

  The sound of chants and the rhythm of drums carried through Fort Collins as protesters gathered for the  nationwide “Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Out” protest on Jan. 30, 2026. The crowd brought...

Read More
View of water and mountains at Horsetooth Reservoir in Fort Collins, Colo. Feb 3.
Local Gems
Time to Date

As winter drags on, I tend to slow down and fully embrace being a homebody. At first, it feels cozy and relaxing. Then, somewhere along the way,...

Read More
A view of the dimly lit full bar in Maida Trattoria in Fort Collins, Colo, Feb. 5.
Local Gems
A Recipe for Connection

In June 2025, when Maida Trattoria opened its doors in Old Town Fort Collins, the historic Avery building took on new life. Bringing generations...

Read More
Local Gems
Flash Fridays at Solana Tattoo Draw Crowds, Creativity, and Connection

In the heart of Fort Collins and close to CSU’s campus, lies Solana tattoo shop, where creativity flourishes. Every first Friday of the month,...

Read More
Local Gems
Worth the Brain Freeze?

Fort Collins is an ice cream hub, with the cold and creamy treat positioned as a staple within our community. When strolling through Old Town,...

Read More
Current print edition
The ScreaminPeach: A Waxing Studio
October 9, 2025

A Nation in the Streets
May 5, 2026

  The sound of chants and the rhythm of drums carried through Fort Collins as protesters gathered for the  nationwide “Immigration...

Ethan McCue smiling as spring trees start blooming at Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colo., April 3.
Being Trans in Greek Life
April 30, 2026

When we hear the words fraternity or sorority, several images may come to mind. Stereotypically, we think of gym bros doing secret handshakes,...

Why Can’t I say (X)?
April 30, 2026

What’s so controversial about words like “women,” “equality,” “race,” or even “green”? And why would the federal government...

Smoke Shop near the Colorado State University campus offering Nicotine and Tobacco products, Fort Collins, Colo., March 17.
Self-Medication or coping?
April 28, 2026

Whether it takes the form of intense exercise, substance use or something else entirely, self-medicating stress, anxiety and depression has become...