KCSU News

In this episode from April 20, Lee Zimpel goes over CSU's role in bison conservation across the country in campus news. Portia Cook covers local news with information on a middle school teacher who was arrested for child sex abuse. Then, KCSU's Podcast Director Erin Fuller sits down with two social work majors to discuss the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA).

In this episode from April 18, Lee Zimpel goes over campus news on the return of the energic celebration of the Lory Student Center's 61st birthday after a multi-year hiatus. Portia Cook covers local news with information on one long-time city employee who announced their retirement. Then, Cook takes to the LSC Plaza to find out what CSU community members are planning to celebrate Earth Day.

In this episode from April 13, Lee Zimpel covers campus news on the arrival of a unique exhibit to CSU's Morgan Library. Portia Cook reports changes in Larimer County property enforcement guidelines and how to navigate them in local news. Then, Lee Zimpel goes over national news on the reinstatement of two Black Democrats who were earlier expelled in a vote from Tennessee Republicans.

In this episode from April 11, Lee Zimpel reports campus news on recent changes to CSU's information technology policy that removed virtual accessibility barriers for many campus community members. Portia Cook covers local news with an update on the 93-year-old Fort Collins local who was deemed missing last week. Then, Cook discusses the high energy, week-long KCSU event, DJ-athon.

In this episode from April 6, Lee Zimpel goes over campus news with results of the ASCSU election race that ended after controversy gripped multiple campaigns. Portia Cook covers local news on a missing and endangered 93-year-old local. Then, Lee Zimpel covers national news on the two most recent states to have signed into law bans that prohibit transgender minors from receiving gender-affirmed he...

In this episode from April 4, Lee Zimpel covers campus news with information on how to participate in CSUPD's new Ram Police Advisory Board. Portia Cook goes over local news on a new "safe exchange zone" that will help buyers and sellers stay safe using services like Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist. Then, Cook reviews music/entertainment events news on the postponing of KCSU's Fools Fest. 

In this episode from March 30, Lee Zimpel goes over campus news with the lineup of events planned for Earth Month at CSU. Portia Cook covers local news with information on the Transgender Day of Visibility protest taking place in Old Town. Then, listeners hear about Fools Fest in an interview with KCSU's Promotions Director, Hannah Hitchcock.

In this episode from March 28, Lee Zimpel covers campus news with a rundown of some of the biggest upcoming events at CSU. Portia Cook reviews local news with information on local school districts' handling of the surprising amount of snow that hit the city. Then, an interview with ACT Human Rights Film Festival managing director, Beth Seymour. 

In this episode from March 23, Lee Zimpel goes over campus news with information on CSU's advancement in a national effort that focuses on first-generation student success. Portia Cook covers local news on the return of one of Fort Collins's biggest summer parties, Taste of Fort Collins. Then, an interview with CSU's latest NBA first round draft pick, David Roddy. 

In this episode from March 21, Lee Zimpel covers campus news on the start of the ASCSU election races. Portia Cook tells listeners how to be heard on city issues in local news. Then, Zimpel goes over national news with information on an important water rights case involving the Colorado River.

In this episode from March 9, Lee Zimpel covers campus news on the recent release of an AI tool that aids in storm prediction. Portia Cook goes over local news with information on how to get involved in the city's discussions surrounding homelessness. Then, Cook reviews the spotlight events happening this week in Fort Collins.

In this episode from March 7, Lee Zimpel reviews campus news with information on activist Naomi Tutu set to speak to CSU. Portia Cook covers local news with data about the circulation of a dangerous drug in Northern Colorado. Then, Cook interviews the CSU community for International Women's Day.

In this episode from March 2, Lee Zimpel goes over campus news with information on the keynote address delivered to CSU from former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine. Portia Cook covers the return of In-N-Out Burger to northern Colorado. Then, an interview with Pixie and The Partygrass Boys.

In this episode from February 28, Lee Zimpel covers upcoming CSU events planned for Holocaust Awareness Week in campus news. Portia Cook reports local news with information about a critical Transfort route reopening. Then, an interview with Shawn Swain of Kitchen Dwellers.

In this episode from February 23, Lee Zimpel covers campus news with the growing student response against the possible Colorado State University tuition increase. Portia Cook goes over local news with information on a Fort Collins emergency weather shelter event. Then, listeners hear about the CAREN Act.

In this episode from February 21, Lee Zimpel reviews campus news with information on new construction closures in the Lory Student Center. Portia Cook overviews local news with details on how the Northern Colorado Drug Taskforce is cracking down on drug-related offenses with their latest major drug bust. Then, listeners hear from music artist Odie Leigh on everything from her recent tour to her mu...

In this episode from February 16, Lee Zimpel goes over campus news with information on the re-opening of Colorado State Universities' student disability center. Portia Cook overviews local news with information on Larimer Counties' new health, well-being, and resilience data dashboard. Then, listeners hear from Nick Anderson of " The Wreck" on childhood songwriting and more through an interview wi...

In this episode from February 9, Lee Zimpel goes over campus news with information on the possibility of a tuition increase at Colorado State University. Portia Cook overviews local news with information on the relocation of a sexually violent predator into the Fort Collins area. Then listeners hear from Black Panther Party co-founder and civil rights activist, Bobby Seale on his involvement with...

In this episode from February 9, Lee Zimpel goes over campus news with information on artificial intelligence and academic integrity at Colorado State University. Portia Cook overviews local news with details on CityWorks 101, a local public education program that invites people to get up close and personal with their local government. Later in the show, hear from Black African American Cultural C...

In this episode from February  7, Lee Zimpel goes over campus news with information on Colorado State Personal who are looking for students who shouted "Russia" at a Ukrainian Utah State player who was playing at the Saturday basketball game. Portia Cook overviews local news with updates on two Fort Collins State representatives who are backing a newly proposed gun control bill. Then, listeners he...

In this episode from February 2, Lee Zimpel reports on campus news with information on Rick Miranda's new role at Colorado State University. Cook overviews local news with updates on which Colorado healthcare giant had a recent security breach. Then listeners hear an interview with KCSU's Assistant Music Director, Baily Liverman, and Jazz Musician, David Lawerence!

In this episode from January 26, Lee Zempel reports on campus news with information on Colorado State University's Clark renovations. Cook overviews local news with updates on how those in need could have the ability to receive assistance with utility costs. Then, listeners hear an episode of the Weekly Gems Countdown with Brighid and Bailey!

In this episode from January 24, Lee Zempel reports on campus news with information on the potential cancellation of student fees for graduate students at Colorado State University. Then, Portia Cook goes into local news with information on SNAP benefits. Then listeners hear a podcast with Kyra McKinley and Portia Cook about tips on how to cope with the transition back into school.

In this episode from January 17, Kyra McKinley interviews newly elected Colorado government officials, Governor Jared Polis, Congressman Joe Neguse, and Senator Michael Bennet. Portia Cook reports on local news with information about dozens of frozen Canadian geese on City Park Sheldon lake. McKinley then reports on national news with information on Martin Luther King Jr.

In this episode from January 19, Lee Zimpel goes over how professors at CSU are working towards stopping animal trafficking. Portis Cook overviews local news with information on a change to one of New Belgium's popular beers. Then Kyra McKinley reports on environmental news with information on the most recent coral beach event that took place in the summer of 2022.