Cameron Peak Fire: One year later
Read several stories taking a look at the people, facilities and research affected by the Cameron Peak Fire.
College of Health and Human Sciences News
CSU Mountain Campus update: research, facilities and classes resume
The Cameron Peak Fire passed through the campus in Oct. 2020, burning nearly 620 acres.
CSU named an Age-Friendly University by AFU Global Network
Colorado State University has become Colorado’s first member of the Age-Friendly University Global Network, an international group of colleges and universities that are committed to championing the needs of older adults in higher education.
Grain innovations: Industry partnership enhances cereal science course
Ardent Mills collaborates with the department of food science and human nutrition on cereal science course
CSU receives $2 million grant to help prevent future pandemics
Building on its response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Colorado State University has received a $2 million commitment from The Anschutz Foundation to further the development of new solutions for building resilience and agility in stopping infectious disease transmission among animals and people.
Kauline Cipriani is CSU’s new VP for Diversity and Inclusion
She will join President Joyce McConnell's leadership team on Aug. 1.
Ram Family
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia for Occupational Therapy course
Online course provide tools for occupational therapists to assist people who deal with chronic insomnia.
Still time to help School is Cool help PSD students start the year right
Colorado State University’s signature program that provides K-12 students in need in the Poudre School District with the tools for success kicks into high gear the first full week in August, and there are plenty of ways for CSU employees to be part of the effort.
Young Alumni Q & A: Katie Townsend
Katie Townsend is a double alumna of Colorado State University, earning her undergraduate degree in sociology in 2006 and her degree in OT from the Department of Occupational Therapy in 2017.
CSU’s Barry Braun participates in select Army ROTC leadership symposium
Braun was one of a select few to participate in the Army ROTC Cadet Summer Training Leadership Symposium's Center of Influence, in which more than 200 universities compete for representatives.
Addressing barriers to nature-based therapy for adolescent mental health
MSW/MPH student Laura Landrum believes outdoor recreation has unique therapeutic benefits, and she wanted her master's program to suit her particular interests. Read more in our interview with Landrum about her experiences in the Master of Social Work/Master of Public Health Dual Degree program.
Internship Q&A with fermentation science major Ryan Pearce
Ryan Pearce talks about the fermentation program and his summer internship.
Graduate student Liz Holland talks about her path at CSU
Graduate student Liz Holland talks about her path and master's program research at CSU
Research and Creative Scholarship
CSU Mountain Campus update: research, facilities and classes resume
The Cameron Peak Fire passed through the campus in Oct. 2020, burning nearly 620 acres.
CSU research project seeking participants with acquired brain injuries for yoga study
Jaclyn Stephens and Arlene Schmid invite individuals to participate in yoga research study.
Aerobic exercise boosts healthy brain aging, CSU study finds
Activities that raise the heart rate might be better equipped to combat certain side effects of brain aging.
How Walking Can Build Up the Brain
HDFS Professor is featured in The New York Times for research on older populations who showed improvements in white matter and memory after walking regularly for six months.
CSU faculty awarded Fulbright Scholar grants for 2021-2022
Five Colorado State University professors have been awarded Fulbright U.S. Scholar grants for the 2021-2022 academic year, including Aaron Eakman in the Department of Occupational Therapy.
AgingPLUS Study seeking research participants interested in healthy aging
Enrollment is now open for participants interested in becoming more physically active as they age.
Giving
Retiring Department Head Mike Pagliassotti leaves a legacy of excellence
Food Science and Human Nutrition Department Head Mike Pagliassotti is retiring after 18 years at CSU.
Eric T. Dimmick memorial scholarships commemorate a life, help students achieve their dreams
Two scholarships at CSU in memory of Eric Dimmick are helping students in need to reach their dream of earning a degree.
Construction Management professor Ozbek named Joseph Phelps Endowed Chair
Mehmet Egemen Ozbek, professor in the Colorado State University Department of Construction Management, was named the Joseph Phelps Endowed Chair for a three-year appointment.
Award-winning occupational therapy alumna gives back to CSU
Teresa Boynton, Occupational Therapy alumna, donor, and Alumni Association member, has been a strong advocate for safety in patient care throughout her career. Boynton was recently recognized with a prestigious award for her development of an assessment tool for care providers to improve safety while assisting patients.
College of Health and Human Sciences announces new Gateway Scholarship
The Colorado State University College of Health and Human Sciences has launched a new scholarship fund to address financial barriers for graduate students who need to enroll in preliminary coursework in order to gain provisional admission into Master’s programs.
Longtime Health and Human Sciences donors take a leadership role in supporting health and well-being initiatives
Giving back is important for donors Bill and Jan Beitz and Gene and Carol Vaughan. Both couples support programs promoting health in CSU’s Department of Health and Exercise Science, and students and community members have benefited greatly from their dedication to funding outreach, research, and scholarships.
Health Tips
KRNC recipe of the month - Fresh beet salad
This latest recipe from the Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center is a fresh salad that is ready to be enjoyed at your next summer get together.
What are polyphenols? Another great reason to eat fruits and veggies
It’s not news that fruits and vegetables are a key part of a healthy diet. Meet polyphenols, another reason to pack your menu with plants. Check out the Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center's monthly blog to learn more!
KRNC recipe of the month - Strawberry and cacao nib salad with cocoa balsamic dressing
Combining the bitter taste of cacao and walnuts with the sweet taste of strawberries and honey-infused chevre creates a decadent and flavorful salad! Check out the KRNC's sweet salad recipe!
Rewriting your story: How to move past childhood trauma
Despite the widely held misconception that children can outgrow distressing memories and experiences on their own, the pain of childhood trauma can linger for decades.
Five tips for preserving graduation treasures
Advice from digitization and preservation experts at Colorado State University Libraries and the Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising will keep your mementos pristine for years to come.
7 tips to cut down on food waste
Food waste is uneaten food that gets tossed, incinerated, poured down the drain, or left in the field unharvested. Learn how you can lower your food waste in the Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center's monthly blog.
KRNC recipe of the month - Clean out the crisper enchilada bake
Layering tortillas into a casserole-style bake instead of rolling them makes enchiladas a snap! This versatile recipe is a great way to use up spare veggies, it can be modified to your taste, and it offers lots of leftovers.
The advantages of virtual wellness
The pandemic has changed the way many people have engaged with others, their work atmospheres, and their health. Here are a few ways that the health and wellness profession has transitioned to a virtual world, to the benefit of people everywhere.