Weather radar for ecological forecasting can lessen hazards for migratory birds
The team said that a mere 10 nights of action would be required to reduce risk to 50% of avian migrants.
Warner College Headlines
Study: Trees have unexpected impacts on water use in northern Colorado
Researchers explored what drives outdoor water use in an area projected to undergo significant population growth in the years to come.
Beef industry can cut emissions with improvements in land management, production efficiency
Industry can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by as much as 50% in some regions, based on the research.
Elephants have plenty of habitat if spared from the ivory trade, new research shows
African elephants have suffered dramatic population declines, and their range has shrunk to 17% of what it could be.
Colorado Water Center funds grants to confront state’s water challenges
Projects will explore how the 2020 fire season altered food webs and the role fungi play in post-fire forest recovery, as well as engage underrepresented communities in the state’s water resources.
Faculty, staff, students encouraged to participate in Courageous Strategic Transformation
Senior University leadership discussed President Joyce McConnell’s initiative during a virtual information panel discussion March 30.
‘There’s a lot of us doing this work now’ – class highlights natural resource rights, reconciliation for Indigenous people
As part of the learning process, there’s a lot of “unlearning” involved about assumptions that students have been taught in history and other classes.
Student Success
Study: Trees have unexpected impacts on water use in northern Colorado
Researchers explored what drives outdoor water use in an area projected to undergo significant population growth in the years to come.
Beef industry can cut emissions with improvements in land management, production efficiency
Industry can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by as much as 50% in some regions, based on the research.
‘There’s a lot of us doing this work now’ – class highlights natural resource rights, reconciliation for Indigenous people
As part of the learning process, there’s a lot of “unlearning” involved about assumptions that students have been taught in history and other classes.
First Generation Award: Breaking barriers and succeeding
Since 1984, the First Generation Award scholarship program at CSU has been responsible for helping thousands of first-generation students graduate.
3 Minute Challenge winners become 2021-22 research fellows
In addition to receiving $4,000 for travel and research expenses, the new fellows will engage in professional development workshops and leadership and mentorship opportunities.
Geosciences Ph.D. student uses ephemeral streams research to inspire career goals
Ph.D. student in the Department of Geosciences Juli Scamardo, does a Q&A with AGU and shares how her research into ephemeral streams in the Colorado River Basin has inspired her future career goals.
Mo'olelo Pōkole – Learning Hawaiian Through Story
With a love for writing, conservation and language CSU student Mya Hunter has woven her collection of experiences growing up on O'ahu into her new book.
Research Impact
Weather radar for ecological forecasting can lessen hazards for migratory birds
The team said that a mere 10 nights of action would be required to reduce risk to 50% of avian migrants.
Study: Trees have unexpected impacts on water use in northern Colorado
Researchers explored what drives outdoor water use in an area projected to undergo significant population growth in the years to come.
Beef industry can cut emissions with improvements in land management, production efficiency
Industry can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by as much as 50% in some regions, based on the research.
Elephants have plenty of habitat if spared from the ivory trade, new research shows
African elephants have suffered dramatic population declines, and their range has shrunk to 17% of what it could be.
CSU researchers aim to taper fashion industry’s carbon footprint
Design and Merchandising Associate Professor Sonali Diddi is leading an interdisciplinary team of CSU researchers to better understand the fashion industry’s carbon footprint.
Warner Family
New STEM Community Directory brings together the education and engagement community
The directory features short biographies of community members, the target population(s) they work with, subject area expertise, and ways in which they are open to collaborate.
Two CSU undergraduates named 2021 Goldwater Scholars
Two CSU undergraduates are being honored by one of the country’s top scholarship programs in natural sciences, mathematics and engineering.
MURALS Symposium winners showcase scholarly, creative work
This year’s MURALS Symposium spotlighted outstanding work among students across the university, with the top award-winning project providing an examination of the health disparities among racial groups in the United States.
CSU celebrates 2021 graduates with ceremonial Oval Walk
CSU will host a ceremonial walk across the Oval during the week of April 5-9 to celebrate and honor the University’s Spring and Summer 2021 graduates.
CSU focuses on sustainability for Earth Month
With a reputation as a national leader in sustainability, Colorado State University has more to celebrate than a single Earth Day can do justice.
Warner College In the News
Covid-19 And Recreation: Too Much Poop, Too Many People
Conservation Biologist at CSU Kevin Crooks speaks to the Adventure Journal on how the influx of crowds and human waste is having an effect on natural lands and campgrounds. Is it time for changes in public land access and recreation?
Fire Lines: Mitigation and suppression efforts in search of money
State Forester Mike Lester of the Colorado State Forest Service at CSU gives his input on four possible bills referring to fire mitigation and suppression.
Scientists study ice shelf by listening to its song
Geosciences professor Rick Aster speaks to the Denver Gazette about how glacial vibrations or "humming," can indicate vulnerabilities to cracking, melting, or other disturbances.
Forest Thinning To Reduce Wildfire Risk Gives Opportunity To New Startups
Associate professor Courtney Shultz speaks on how public investment in wildfire mitigation is the next step towards creating resources in wildfire fuel reduction.
Warner College Events
Webinar: Their voice is ours: Indigenous perspectives on the wolf nation
The upcoming webinar Their Voice is Ours: Indigenous Perspectives on the Wolf Nation. will be held Wednesday, October 21 at 5 pm MST. It is free and open to the public. Register today.
Wolf restoration webinar to share insights from Yellowstone example
The upcoming webinar Wolf restoration in Colorado: What can we learn from Yellowstone? will take place on Zoom on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 5 p.m. MST.
WCNR peer support group offers students virtual outlet
Warner students are invited to share their experiences and challenges with other students in an online discussion group set up for a virtual conversation. This series will be facilitated by academic advisor Jacqie Hasan and will occur weekly throughout the semester, starting next Monday from 7 to 8pm. Each week is centered around a topic.
Microbiome solutions and Sustainable Development Goals March 11
Scientists have been talking about the role of the microbiome in achieving challenges that face society.
Conservation conference promotes collaborative efforts in western US
Confluence 2020 to be held at CSU March 10-12 is a conference connecting members of over 100 conservation groups from western states to discuss community-based collaborative conservation efforts.