Is the Supreme Court losing its legitimacy? Study examines how Americans’ perceptions could turn into reality
New research examines how people view the U.S. Supreme Court and what that could mean for democracy.
Rams Write: Spring 2025
An analysis of American military commitments abroad. A debut poetry collection. A set of micro-essays organized by candy color. These are just a few of the diverse works published this spring by Colorado State University faculty and staff.
Empowering student leadership through democratic engagement on campus
To activate student leadership in democratic initiatives coming from the College of Liberal Arts (CLA) and across the broader campus community, the Straayer Center for Public Service Leadership launched a Democracy Fellows and Ambassadors program that brought 13 students an opportunity to get hands-on learning about event planning, promotion, recruitment, and facilitation all around the essential topic of democracy and civic engagement.
Guest column: Intercollegiate athletics offer academic opportunities, bridge building
“As a University community, our enduring mission is supporting the success of all students, and I’ve had a lens on the progress of one group – made up of CSU’s 364 student-athletes – in my role as Colorado State University’s NCAA faculty athletics representative.”
CSU Democracy Summit features NCAA President Charlie Baker, other leaders
Created as a way to help campus and community explore the many facets of democracy, this year’s summit will focus on the theme of democratic innovation.
As Dungeons & Dragons turns 50, should more political leaders roll the dice?
Fifty years ago, the role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons was created, and despite some initial controversies, it has endured to become a beloved pastime and cultural touchstone for many. But for CSU political science instructor James “Pigeon” Fielder, it’s much more than that.
CLA Grad Students Win at the CSU Grad Showcase 2024
Colorado State University graduate students presented their creative work, research and entrepreneurship during the 2024 GradShow on Nov. 20. Out of 241 participants across all eight colleges, five CLA students won top honors.
Trust in elections shapes more than just voter turnout, study reveals
A recent Colorado State University study examining the interplay between trust in the electoral process and political participation has revealed some significant differences between liberals and conservatives.
How does the Electoral College work, and why does it exist?
Matthew Hitt, an associate professor of political science at Colorado State University, broke down the history of the Electoral College, why it exists and how it works.
Celebrating our Spring 2024 Outstanding Grads
Join us in celebrating our esteemed College of Liberal Arts Outstanding Grads for Spring 2024 Commencement.