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College Ave Mag

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

College Ave Mag

Romantic Realities

Romantic Realities

Maxine Bilodeau, Writer March 10, 2026

Valentine's Day recently passed, and love was in the air. There were flower shops selling roses, candy hearts being exchanged in class, and everyone was hoping to impress their special someone.  At...

Lacking Representation

Lacking Representation

Maxine Bilodeau, Writer February 27, 2026

Greek-letter organizations have few transgender and nonbinary members due to non-inclusive bylaws and an apprehensive culture. Additionally, a perception that Greek life isn’t welcoming to LGBTQ+ students...

A view of the dimly lit full bar in Maida Trattoria in Fort Collins, Colo, Feb. 5.

A Recipe for Connection

Greta Sturgis, Writer February 26, 2026

In June 2025, when Maida Trattoria opened its doors in Old Town Fort Collins, the historic Avery building took on new life. Bringing generations of Italian family history and twists on classic specials,...

Student flipping down the ramp, at Rail Jam at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colo., Nov. 8.

Rail Jam

Ashlyn Hoffman February 16, 2026

Despite the sharp cold on Nov 8., crowds of students gathered to celebrate CSU’s Snow Days and on-campus Rail Jam, which is partially facilitated by the Snowriders club (along with a number of other...

Introduction video playing at the Colorado State University Future Cowboy Fashion Show in Denver, Colo. Jan. 25.

CSU Future Cowboy Fashion Show

Macy Taylor February 4, 2026

The Colorado State University Future Cowboy event was held at CSU Spur this year during the National Western Stock show. This event included speakers, beef and bison tasting, and a leather fashion...

Worth the Brain Freeze?

Taya Hernandez January 21, 2026

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, any turned corner comes with the possibility of running into...

Brewing a Legacy

Brewing a Legacy

Luke Purvis December 4, 2025

When Fort Collins was founded in 1864 as a military camp near the Cache la Poudre River, beer wasn’t part of the picture. The settlers who came later built a community focused on morality, with rules...

Runners celebrate with smiles and heel clicks at the Homecoming 5K, Fort Collins, Colo. Oct. 18.

111 Years and Counting

Luke Purvis December 2, 2025

As the crisp autumn air settles over Colorado, CSU is preparing for one of its most cherished seasonal traditions: Homecoming Week.   For over a century, homecoming has remained a staple of...

Timeless Trails

Timeless Trails

Ashlyn Hoffman November 25, 2025

On any warm afternoon, the Oval, IM fields and other green spaces around campus are filled with students taking in the sun. As the fall comes to an end, the vibrant leaves begin to settle and the daytime...

Old newspapers, titled "College Ave," laid out on the floor at an angle. CSU Art and Art History, Fort Collins, Colorado, 10/19/25.

More than a Magazine

Aubree Wood November 23, 2025

Over the last two decades, College Avenue Magazine (College Ave) has not been just a magazine, but has served as a mirror of Fort Collins’ culture and community. Through student features, food reviews,...

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