How can you tell when a stream is just a shadow of its former self -- when it's so polluted that the fish, plants, and bugs you'd expect to find just aren't there anymore?

A group of Colorado State students are doing something a little different during Spring Break this year. They are traveling to the Four Corners region with volunteers from the Little Shop of Physics on an educational outreach tour.

Campus resources are available to assist those members of our community who have been impacted by Friday's fatal train accident and feel in need of immediate support.

Campus resources are available to assist those members of our community who have been impacted by Friday's fatal train accident and the sad loss of two students in separate vehicle accidents while on Spring Break.

Roads on the east side of campus are now open, as is the intersection of Horsetooth and Mason south of campus. Campus resources are available to assist those members of our community who may have witnessed or otherwise been impacted by the accident and feel in need of immediate support.

Due to a train-pedestrian accident at Mason and Old Main Drive on campus, traffic is being re-routed away from the East side of campus for the remainder of the day.

More than a dozen regional college and university logging teams will converge on Fort Collins as CSU hosts the Stihl Timbersports Western Collegiate Challenge March 17-19.

Energy conservation measures installed on the Foothills Campus earned an Xcel Energy Efficiency Expo Award. CSU is the state's only institution of higher education to receive the award in 2010.

The 2010 Census is coming this spring, and everyone in the United States -- citizens and noncitizens -- must be counted where they live on Census Day, April 1.

The Art and Science exhibition serves to showcase the juried selected work of students, faculty, and staff and these participants' experimentation and creation of new knowledge through subjects relating to art and or science -- ultimately seeking to bring together these two disciplines.

Iranian-American author Reza Aslan will present a lecture discussing 'How to Win a Cosmic War' on Tuesday, March 9. The free lecture is free and open to the public. A book signing will follow.

Arguably the most popular operetta ever composed, Die Fledermaus showcases student talent in an evening full of lusty humor, wonderful melodies, masterful waltzes, and a zany plot.

Scientists studying weather 50 years ago were lucky to capture cloud cover from the first observation satellite launched 1960. Today, images show precipitation, cloud and snow cover, soil moisture, smoke, dust, volcanic ash and gases.

Students for Holocaust Awareness and Hillel present the 14th Annual Holocaust and Genocide Awareness Week at Colorado State Monday, March 1 through Friday, March 5. All events are free and open to the public.

For the third consecutive year, students from Colorado State's theater program took home major awards at the regional Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival held in Reno, Nev.

It's week four in the 2010 Recycle Mania Tournament and Colorado State is now No. 8 out of 607 colleges and universities competing. The current CSU recycle rate is 56.56 percent.

It's week four in the 2010 Recycle Mania Tournament and Colorado State is now No. 8 out of 607 colleges and universities competing. The current CSU recycle rate is 56.56 percent.

Scott Vycital, accounting, '08, an Army veteran wounded in Iraq, was a special guest of First Lady Michelle Obama at the State of the Union address on Jan. 27.

Season football tickets for five home games at Sonny Lubick Field at Hughes Stadium, plus the game against CU in Denver, go on sale Monday, March 1.

Season football tickets for five home games at Sonny Lubick Field at Hughes Stadium, plus the game against CU in Denver, go on sale Monday, March 1.

Today is CSU Day at the Colorado Garden and Home Show. The day includes talks by Horticulture and Landscape Architecture faculty, alumni and friends garden party, performances by Resonant Ramblings, and an appearance by CAM the Ram.

As founder of Garden of Edith, a clothing company that donates a portion of its sales to charities in Africa, freshman Katie Hutt found a way to use her love for art and fashion to help solve problems.

Chances are, some Olympic athletes this week are experiencing that sensation often reported by peak performers -- that the world moves in slow motion when they're at their best.

Following a national search, Dr. Rick Miranda has been named Provost and Executive Vice President of Colorado State University.

The Colorado Senate on Thursday confirmed the appointments of Ed. J. Haselden, Mary Lou Makepeace, and Mary Lou Makepeace to the CSU System Board of Governors.

For anyone wondering this Valentine's Day if the relationships in their life - with their children, parents, boss and significant other - are truly connected, balanced and healthy, there is a new scientifically-based test to assess them.

University researchers made a major leap in the understanding of climate change and weather patterns when they developed a new computer model that more realistically represents atmospheric and oceanic weather changes.

The School of the Arts presents its unique stage production of the acclaimed One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest from the point of view of the Native American character, Chief Bromden.

Bruce George, co-founder of the critically acclaimed, award-winning Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam, is the keynote speaker Feb. 9 during CSU's celebration of Black History Month.

An unprecedented partnership with Japan will allow the university to research a new, promising treatment for cancer - carbon ion therapy - which is currently not available in the United States.

University students soon will be able to track real-time energy consumption in the residence halls with meters provided through a $44,000 Rocky Mountain Institute grant.

On Feb. 11, 1870, Colorado Territorial Gov. Edward McCook signed the Colorado Morrill Act establishing the State Agricultural College in Fort Collins. This year on Feb. 11, a Founders Day celebration will honor the creation of the institution and its history.

The faculty and students of the Colorado State Human Performance Clinical/Research Laboratory are committed to tackling the real-world challenges of cardiovascular disease and obesity.

Last week the University dedicated a two-megawatt solar plant on 15 acres at the Foothills campus with the Governor and community leaders. Tours of the Fotowatio Renewable Ventures owned facility will be offered later this spring.

Graduate students in construction management are teaming up with students from Kinard Middle School to help make the school have the lowest environmental footprint of any school in the state.

The College of Business has been awarded a $1.25 million grant by the Daniels Fund to support programs in business ethics. The new Financial Reporting Integrity Center will be the cornerstone of the grant that will expand coverage of accounting ethics.

Colorado State University and Solix Biofuels Inc. will help advance the nation's algae-to-oil industry as part of a $44 million consortium coordinated through the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center.

Massive international relief efforts are underway in the wake of the devastating earthquake in Haiti. A list of avenues for donations currently recommended by the U.S. White House and the State Department has been compiled for members of our campus community looking for ways to help.

The Alumni Association is offering $14 and $15 tickets to the CSU community for 'CSU Day at the NWSS', Saturday, Jan. 16. Tickets include entry to the NWSS grounds, the Pro Rodeo, mutton bustin' competitions, entertainment, and more.

A group of University students are spending part of the winter break on an educational outreach tour showing children on South Dakota's Pine Ridge Reservation how science can be fun.

The Colorado State University Alumni Association and the Student Alumni Connection invite students and alumni to nominate a favorite instructor for the 2010 Best Teacher Awards. Nominations must be made online by February 3.

The Colorado State University, Fort Collins, and Loveland communities will celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with several events on Monday, Jan. 18. The theme of this year's celebration is Inspiring Voices.

Green Magazine TV will open its second season of programming on the Discovery Channel Thursday, Jan. 7, featuring University President Tony Frank and Diana Wall, director of the School of Global Environmental Sustainability.

A feature on University veterinarians' efforts to save the eggs of a mare fatally injured in the Windsor tornado is in the running for the NBC Nightly News top story of 2009. Should it receive the most online votes, $10,000 will be donated to CSU.

Researchers at Colorado State have found a new way to detect traces of tuberculosis bacteria in fluids that would allow for a more sensitive and accurate detection of the deadly disease.

An interview with University President Tony Frank is currently being shown on Comcast Newsmakers. The program features elected officials, government officials, business and other state leaders for a one-on-one five-minute interview.

The Campaign for Colorado State University is earmarking funds for both need-based and merit-based scholarships, along with support for study abroad programs and assistance for students to compete for prestigious awards and fellowships including Rhodes, Fulbright, and Truman scholarships.

A nationally ranked cyclist who helps children around the world and a biomedical sciences student who founded a synchronized figure skating team are just a couple of the student stories from the fall Class of 2009.

Colorado State University will honor Professor C.N.R. Rao, chief advisor to the Prime Minister of India for science and technology, with an honorary doctoral degree at graduation ceremonies Friday.

Colorado State University honored Professor C.N.R. Rao, chief advisor to the Prime Minister of India for science and technology, with an honorary doctoral degree at graduation ceremonies Friday.

Faculty from Horticulture, Foreign Languages and Literatures, Journalism, and Environmental Health, along SLiCE and Engineers without Borders, are among the groups that regularly take students abroad for group service and learning programs.

Nolan Doesken, state climatologist at Colorado State, and Wendy Ryan of the Colorado Climate Center the Department of Atmospheric Science, report on the snowy, early winter in Fort Collins.

In front of 2,750 raucous fans at Moby Arena, the Rams stormed to a 2-0 lead on the Washington Huskies, and used a match-high 19 kills from Danielle Minch to hold on for the 3-1 victory.

The pet hospice program, housed by the Argus Institute and staffed by veterinary students, provides services and consultation to community members free of charge within a 30 mile radius of the hospital.

Junior outside hitter Danielle Minch tallied a team-leading 15 kills to lead the Rams to a five-set victory over Middle Tennessee State Thursday night in the first round of the NCAA tournament.

Colorado State University is a founding member of the first United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization water center in North America.

The 2009 Mountain West Conference champion Ram volleyball team is headed to the NCAA tournament for the 15th consecutive season. The journey begins at home, as Moby Arena was selected as a site for the first two rounds of the tournament

The All Choral Holiday Concert opens the holiday season Dec. 4-5. The event features a pre-show of carols on the UCA's lobby balcony, seasonal favorites from the choral ensembles, and Opera Theatre performing Amahl and the Night Visitors.

Veterinary medicine graduates face a changing demographic landscape as they prepare to enter practice. The CSU veterinary medical program is addressing the issue with classroom-based and experiential learning opportunities at home and abroad.

The 2009 football Border War against the Wyoming Cowboys comes to Fort Collins Nov. 27. The Rams hope to keep possession of the Bronze Boot, the traveling trophy awarded to the winner of the annual game against the Cowboys.

A world-renowned Colorado State University water researcher has been hired to design and build a levee testing facility capable of simulating the kind of erosion that contributed to Hurricane Katrina's devastating toll on New Orleans.

Despite the national and statewide economic downturn, Colorado State has surpassed the $300 million mark in its comprehensive campaign targeted to raise $500 million in private gifts by 2012.

Officials with the Russian Federation and Saratov State University are met with their Colorado State partners this week, culminating in the opening of a formal Saratov State representation office at CSU on Wednesday.

Hundreds of impoverished local children will receive help for trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder caused by living at or below poverty, thanks to a new grant received by the School of Social Work.

Hundreds of impoverished local children will receive help for trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder caused by living at or below poverty, thanks to a new grant received by the School of Social Work.

CTV, CSU's student-run television station, recently won a national award for its program Colorado Music Lounge, which is produced in partnership with KCSU, the student-run radio station.

Just more than one year after becoming the winningest coach in Colorado State history, Tom Hilbert added yet another milestone victory to his coaching resume on Thursday night.

The University and School of Global Environmental Sustainability will host a test screening of 'Climate Refugees,' a documentary examining the plight people displaced by climate change, on Nov. 15 in the Lory Student Center Theatre.

Programs and activities are planned throughout the month, including lectures, a pow-wow, movies, and other celebrations of Native American culture and history.

The Rams return to the field this week at home against Air Force. CSU Athletics and Nelligan Sports Marketing have worked together to create a friendly, safe environment for kids who'd like to trick-or-treat in Ram Town before kickoff.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded Colorado State two grants totaling $1.2 million to aid in research addressing critical water resource issues. CSU was the only Colorado university to receive part of the $11M distribution.

University chemistry students will present the spooky truth behind the magic of science at the 2009 Mad Scientist Halloween Event on Friday. Children will be treated to a science show, Halloween crafts, carnival games and trick-or-treating.

The Hall of Fame Class of 2009, including Moses Moreno (football), Pat Durham (basketball), Jeanette Marie (Beitz) Crawshaw (swimming), Kevin Sheesley (wrestling and football), and Hall of Honor recipient Rich Bircumshaw, is set to be inducted on Friday at the Hall of Fame Banquet.

Colorado State University President Tony Frank and College of Agricultural Sciences Dean Craig Beyrouty are leading a community outreach visit to Lamar, Rocky Ford, and La Junta Oct. 26-28.

Colorado State University President Tony Frank and College of Agricultural Sciences Dean Craig Beyrouty are leading a community outreach visit to Lamar, Rocky Ford, and La Junta Oct. 26-28.

The Rams return to the field this week at home against San Diego State looking for their first win in October. The game will feature a ceremony honoring four alumni Medal of Honor recipients.

Time magazine recently honored Envirofit International founders, Tim Bauer and Nathan Lorenz, College of Engineering alumni, as Heroes of the Environment for their role in developing what Time calls 'stoves that save lives.'

Colorado State University people and programs are in featured in regional, national and international media every day.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has awarded a group of Colorado State University engineering professors a $917,000 grant to help reduce the heat stress firefighters experience wearing heavy, fireproof suits.

Volleyball will host two traditional conference rivals this week - the BYU Cougars and the Utah Utes. Both matches are expected to have Mountain West Championship implications for the 14-3 (6-0) Rams.

Volunteering is an important part of being a CSU Ram for Cassandra Gully. Cassandra volunteers for Special Needs Swim, a project operated through SLiCE that involves spending time in the pool with members of the community who are disabled.

With the demand at food banks rising this year, Cans Around the Oval is being expanded to include Denver, Castle Rock and Steamboat Springs. In its 22nd year, Cans Around the Oval is the largest one-day food drive in Northern Colorado.

Volunteering is an important part of being a CSU Ram for Cassandra Gully. Cassandra volunteers for Special Needs Swim, a project operated through SLiCE that involves spending time in the pool with members of the community who are disabled.

Colorado State University's award-winning marching band will make a special appearance during halftime at the Denver Broncos vs. New England Patriots football game on Sunday, Oct. 11 at Invesco Field at Mile High.

The Rams return to the field this week for Homecoming and Family Weekend against Utah. CSU has won three straight home games and could extend that streak to four on Saturday.

Student volunteers will use donated canned food items as building materials for the annual CANStruction to raise awareness about hunger in our community. CANStruction will take place 1:30-6 p.m. Friday in the Lory Student Center Sculpture Garden.

After meeting her future husband on campus, Jean Runyan, became part of a family filled with Ram pride. An administrative assistant in the Department of Clinical Sciences, she has identified 29 members of the Runyan family who have attended CSU.

An interview with Robin Reid, director of the Center for Collaborative Conservation, Warner College of Natural Resources, will air on CBS' 60 Minutes Sunday evening at 6 p.m. Mountain Time.

Works of top poster artists and designers worldwide will be featured in the Colorado International Invitational Poster Exhibition. Hosted by the Department of Art, the exhibition will be featured at the University Art Museum through Dec. 22.

Nominations for the 2009 Distinguished Alumni Awards are due Oct. 19. The awards recognize alumni and friends who have distinguished themselves professionally, brought honor to the University and made significant community contributions.

When it comes to helping undergraduate students earn their degrees, the motto is 'never give up.' The Ram Graduation Award, a pilot program launched in Spring 2009, is a CSU initiative that helps students clear final hurdles toward graduation.

Imagine yourself studying Computer Engineering in Luxembourg or Anthropology in the U.K. Explore all the opportunities for work, study, volunteering, or internships at the Study Abroad Fair.

Colorado State is commemorating National Hispanic Heritage Month with a variety of on-campus and community-wide events. Activities throughout the month include salsa dancing lessons, keynote speakers, and a Latin-themed luncheon.

Colorado State is working with communities nationwide to improve the health and quality of life for underserved and multi-ethnic populations through the new National Center for Community Readiness established by the Department of Ethnic Studies.

The Rams return to the field this week at home against Nevada. The Rams are riding a four game winning streak after opening the 2009 season with a 23-17 win over Colorado and defeating Weber State in the home opener last week.

The Native American Cultural Center at CSU opened its doors in 1979. The community is invited to celebrate the environment - based on the traditions and cultures of Native American peoples - that the Center has embraced and supported.

Approximately 60 presumptive cases of H1N1 influenza have been seen at the CSU Health Network. All been mild to moderate and there have been no hospitalizations.

The 2009 diversity conference features Monfort Professor-in-Residence and international lecturer Phoebe Eng, as well as more than 30 concurrent sessions and noon events.

The Career Center at CSU will be hosting 170 employers and grad schools during the Fall Career Fair, September 15-17. Open to students and graduates of CSU, the fair will be held at the Lory Student Center from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

The University Marching Band is partnering with the St. Bernard Parish Project, the Rocky Mountain Sustainable Living Association, the Aggie Theatre, and the Fort Collins Musicians Association, to sponsor a home rebuild for a family affected by Hurricane Katrina.