CSU-SACNAS working to create inclusive community in STEM
While SACNAS was initially meant to bring representation to a few minority groups, it has evolved to become inclusive of all minoritized groups in STEM.
College News
CSU chemist seeks to build a better way to make COVID-19 drug, using light
Making the in-demand drug remdesivir is costly, inefficient and can be hazardous. Garret Miyake's lab has a “radical” technology that might be able to streamline the process.
Re-envisioned: PACe becomes the Precalculus Center
Student success in precalculus math has long been the mission of the PACe center (Paced Algebra to Calculus electronically.) Now, with a new name – the Precalculus Center – an updated physical space, and programming built on the latest research in the science of learning, this mission will continue with full force.
CSU part of new $20 million institute bringing artificial intelligence to the classroom
Ross Beveridge, a professor in the Department of Computer Sciences, will focus on bringing sight capabilities to AI partners for application in K-12 education.
Training the next generation of scientists during a pandemic
“It’s now more important than ever that we’re training the next generation of scientists to be prepared for the next pandemic.” -Josh Schaeffer, assistant professor of occupational and environmental health
Tobet, Popat reappointed to helm four-college School of Biomedical Engineering
Stu Tobet and Ketul Popat have been appointed director and associate director, respectively, of the School of Biomedical Engineering, which includes 70 faculty from four colleges.
About two-thirds of CSU classes have an in-person component, thanks to dedicated teamwork
When the fall semester got underway at Colorado State University on Aug. 24, about 64% of classes were taught either entirely face-to-face or in a hybrid model with some in-person instruction.
Research
CSU part of new $20 million institute bringing artificial intelligence to the classroom
Ross Beveridge, a professor in the Department of Computer Sciences, will focus on bringing sight capabilities to AI partners for application in K-12 education.
Chemist and atmospheric scientist, A.R. Ravishankara, is part of team suggesting new steps in ending ozone layer depletion
Ozone layer researchers identify potential steps for the further success of a three-decade long treaty, the Montreal Protocol.
CSU climate researchers tied to new $20 million NSF AI center
Colorado State University is a partner in a $20 million NSF program on AI and environmental research led by the University of Oklahoma.
Psychology students participate in Research Experience for Undergraduates poster session
Two psychology majors participated in the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Program this year: Corey Simpson and Nikki Wasinger.
Students
CSU-SACNAS working to create inclusive community in STEM
While SACNAS was initially meant to bring representation to a few minority groups, it has evolved to become inclusive of all minoritized groups in STEM.
Re-envisioned: PACe becomes the Precalculus Center
Student success in precalculus math has long been the mission of the PACe center (Paced Algebra to Calculus electronically.) Now, with a new name – the Precalculus Center – an updated physical space, and programming built on the latest research in the science of learning, this mission will continue with full force.
Psychology students participate in Research Experience for Undergraduates poster session
Two psychology majors participated in the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Program this year: Corey Simpson and Nikki Wasinger.
Biology student conducts research on relationship between malaria-drug dosage and parasite-killing potential
Ana Ibarra, a first-generation student in the Department of Biology, was able to conduct remote research in the REU program
College Community
College of Natural Sciences celebrates 50 years
The college was created in 1968, but its departments and disciplines have a long and rich history on CSU's campus.
'Why I wear a mask'
Rams take care of Rams at Colorado State University. Meet just a few of our stalwart Rams, and learn why they wear a mask.
Tobet, Popat reappointed to helm four-college School of Biomedical Engineering
Stu Tobet and Ketul Popat have been appointed director and associate director, respectively, of the School of Biomedical Engineering, which includes 70 faculty from four colleges.
Transforming math, transforming people: Lois Samer’s legacy at CSU
After 38 years at CSU, Samer has retired as the co-director of the Paced Algebra to Calculus Electronically (PACe) program.
Rams Shape Science
CSU-SACNAS working to create inclusive community in STEM
While SACNAS was initially meant to bring representation to a few minority groups, it has evolved to become inclusive of all minoritized groups in STEM.
If not you, then who? How Ph.D. student Amanda Koch uses science to influence policy
Koch has been at the forefront of policy since the 2016 elections. Despite the challenge of political activism, she recognized a need to bridge the political and scientific worlds, and she attempted to fill it.
Outstanding computer science student, Ariana Mims, works on inclusivity within the department
Ariana Mims is shaping the future of computer science by paving the way for other women and people of color.