Jay Norvell tabbed as 24th head football coach at CSU
Jay Norvell, who led the Nevada Wolf Pack to four bowl games in five seasons as head coach, has been named the 24th head football coach at CSU.
CVMBS News
Unique brain channel combats epileptic seizures
New research featured in the Journal of Neuroscience showed for the first time that a channel in the brain provides protection from epileptic seizures.
More than 200,000 deaths could be prevented annually if countries support more urban cycling by 2050
In the U.S., more than 15,000 deaths could be prevented each year by supporting urban cycling.
CSU research expenditures hit $447.2 million, shatter records
Colorado State University shattered records for research expenditures this year, spending $447.2 million to acquire knowledge to protect people from disease, recover drought- and fire-ravaged communities, and respond to the climate emergency.
Study: Potential to reduce West Nile virus transmission in humans by mixing ivermectin into bird feed
CSU's Brian Foy and Chilinh Nguyen collaborated on the research with UC Davis scientists.
N95s, but not cloth masks, offer protection against wildfire smoke
Air pollution researcher Jack Kodros answered some questions about his recent study on the use of N95 respirators during wildfires.
7 CSU pandemic resilience projects to receive more than $1.4M
A variety of high-impact projects to prevent and respond swiftly to future pandemics are moving forward at Colorado State University.
The college in the news
Coloradoan: CSU professor and ‘father of veterinary medical ethics’ Bernie Rollin dead at 78
Bernie Rollin, a longtime Colorado State University professor and "father of veterinary medical ethics," died Friday, Nov. 19. He was 78 years old.
WebMD: COVID Spread Among Deer Causes Concern Over New Variants
Humans are the presumptive spreaders of infection among deer, says Angela Bosco-Lauth, PhD, DVM, assistant professor of biomedical sciences at Colorado State University in Fort Collins.
The Spokesman Review: In a grim milestone, Chronic Wasting Disease documented in two Idaho mule deer
The samples were tested at the Colorado State University Veterinary Diagnostic Lab and are being verified by the National Veterinary Services Laboratories in Ames, Iowa, according to an agency news release.
UPI: Ivermectin may stop spread of river blindness, West Nile virus
Interest in using ivermectin for COVID-19 could divert supplies needed for proven uses, such as fighting river blindness, or for developing novel applications, including in malaria and West Nile Virus, according to Brian Foy, a professor of veterinary medicine at Colorado State Univers
The Fence Post: Horse gets his legs back under him after a tumultuous journey
CSU is one of three places in the United States that can surgically treat horses with Wobbler’s, and one of the only places internationally as well.
Fence Post: CSU’s new equine hospital opens
Located on six acres just north of CSU’s James L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital at the South Medical Campus, the new facility begins its tenure fully operational in its quest to advance regenerative treatments for animals and people alike.
Washington Post: Denver Zoo reports world’s first coronavirus cases in hyenas
Samples from a variety of animals at the zoo, including the spotted hyenas, were tested after several lions at the facility became ill, according to the National Veterinary Services Laboratories. The hyena samples tested presumptive positive at a lab at Colorado State University, and the cases were confirmed by the national lab.
New York Times: Two spotted hyenas at the Denver Zoo are the first known to have Covid-19
The samples were tested by the Colorado State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. The hyenas are the latest in a number of infections confirmed among animals at the Denver Zoo.
People
New assistant dean of Graduate School expanding development offerings
Kristina Quynn takes an innovative approach as she inspires researchers, scholars and creative professionals from many disciplines to write for success.
Remembering veterinary ethics pioneer and University Distinguished Professor Bernie Rollin
Tough but compassionate. Someone who made you think. Over the years, those are a couple of ways people have described Bernie Rollin, a University Distinguished Professor at Colorado State University widely known as the father of veterinary medical ethics.
In memory: Dwayne Hamar
Dr. Dwayne Walter Hamar, 84, of Nunn, passed away peacefully Sunday, Oct. 17.
Author Natasha Bowens Blair talks with President McConnell as part of 'Tell Me More' series
Natasha Bowens Blair, author of The Color of Food: Stories of Race, Resilience and Farming, sat down with CSU President Joyce McConnell to discuss her book.
CSU ready to receive Best Teacher Awards nominations
Nominations for the 2022 Best Teacher Awards are being accepted through Nov. 30.
NACC kicks off National Native American Heritage Month with in-person and virtual events
Colorado State University’s Native American Cultural Center is hosting a month-long schedule of programs and events focused on Indigenous history, culture and food for Native American Heritage Month.
Celebrate interdisciplinary work across CSU at GradShow 2021
The GradShow includes presentations from all eight Colorado State University colleges and interdisciplinary programs.
Animal Health
Study: Potential to reduce West Nile virus transmission in humans by mixing ivermectin into bird feed
CSU's Brian Foy and Chilinh Nguyen collaborated on the research with UC Davis scientists.
Top 10 warning signs of cancer in pets
Cancer is the leading cause of death in pets beyond middle age. If you notice any of these signs in your pet, please consult a veterinarian.
Birch sugar is the same thing as xylitol and it’s toxic to dogs
Labeled as “xylitol” within the ingredients list for most products, the same plant-derived substance can also be identified as “birch sugar” or “birch sap” in others.
Fit for a horse: New equine hospital makes space for horses and humans
The new Johnson Family Equine Hospital was built to provide extra space for individual horses and improve personalized care.
Events
CSU disaster prep expert Dr. Ragan Adams to speak at FEMA wildfire, flood risks and recovery webinar series
Wildfire, flood, agriculture and insurance experts will discuss recovery and increased flood risk.
National data science expert to discuss holistic study of COVID-19 in free Oct. 16 seminar
To explain how researchers are harnessing big data to understand more about the coronavirus, Dan Jacobson, a computational systems biologist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, will deliver a virtual talk, followed by a panel discussion with Ray Goodrich, director of CSU’s Infectious Disease Research Institute, Professor Carol Wilusz, and other CSU faculty.
COVID-19 Impacts: Perspectives from Women in Science
Sept. 29: Moderated by professor emerita Carol Blair, CSU scientists with diverse expertise will provide their perspectives on a broad array of topics regarding COVID-19. The conversation will stretch from thoughts about the origin and transmission of corona viruses, testing strategies, human and community health impacts, and behavior changes noted during the pandemic.
National Academies workshop will address airborne transmission of COVID-19
The two-day virtual workshop will delve into the rapidly evolving science around how the virus spreads.
IMPACT MAGAZINE 2021
Features
Pandemic Proof
The pandemic is far from over, yet the past year contains ample proof that the College will help end it. We spoke to faculty, staff, and students who have contributed to this massive effort, and from their stories we distilled the 10 practices that make us pandemic-proof.
It Was a Weird Year to Start College
Thanks to COVID-19, many incoming first-year students faced a tough decision: whether or not to go to college at all.
Med School Meets Real World
The first cohort of third-year medical students arrived in Fort Collins in June 2020 to complete their clinical training with the new Colorado State University medical school campus and spearhead service-learning projects.
Out of the Dark
Why did I choose to be the agent of death for my animals? It might seem like a very odd way to express my love... but I knew this act would fulfill our promise to spare them the kind of suffering that causes nightmares.
Departments
Impact 2021: An update on college strategic priorities
A broad overview of the college's most important initiatives.
From the Dean: You Are All Heroes
I am in awe of our people and the passion and innovation they have demonstrated day after day during the coronavirus pandemic.
Healing Journey: The Argus Institute honors the human-animal bond
The Argus Institute at the James L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital recognizes and honors the human-animal bond, offering unique support services to help pet parents through dying, death, and grief.
Class of 2021
We polled a cross-section of our graduating students about their hopes and dreams, and even though the coronavirus pandemic has changed commencement plans, their futures look bright!
New Life: A day at the Equine Reproduction Laboratory
Photos from a day spent at the Equine Reproduction Laboratory, an international leader in assisted reproduction techniques.
Conversation: Alex Bailey & Rushika Perera
A chat with Dr. Rushika Perera, an associate professor of virology and the chair of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee, and Alex Bailey, a member of the College’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee and a third-year student in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
Building for the Future
An update on college construction projects
Alumni News: From Fort Collins to outer space
News from our alumni around the world and beyond.