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Finding community after military service, CU veterans are first graduates of mentorship program

Four veterans’ graduation from CU shines a light on the struggles veterans face while transitioning back to civilian life. By Jesse Hughes

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Opinion: Let’s talk about the mom in the “Interview Interrupted” video

Reactions to the mom in the viral interrupted interview video reveals troubling assumptions about interracial marriage. By Jesse Hughes

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CU Taekwondo Team takes 4 gold medals at State Championships

The Colorado Buffaloes’ club Taekwondo team took home four gold medals at the State Championships over the weekend. By Jesse Hughes

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Opinion: What we can learn about Milo Yiannopoulos and free speech

After Milo Yiannopoulos’ pedophilia issue, here’s what free speech really means in the wake of his controversial comments. By Jesse Hughes

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Diversity Summit: CU Staff Council hosts first town hall meeting

As part of the spring semester’s Diversity Summit, CU Staff Council hosted its first town hall of 2017. By Jesse Hughes

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Diversity Summit: CU clinical psychologist helps students deal with anxiety on racial issues

Activist and CU professor Glenda Russell spoke about minority rights in the Trump era as part of the 2017 Diversity Summit. By Jesse Hughes

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Environmental activists walk out of class to rally at UMC

Activist group Fossil Free CU protested the school’s support of fossil fuels and oppose the Trump administration’s policies. By Jesse Hughes

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Opinion: What’s the big deal about Milo Yiannopolous?

“Alt-right” icon Milo Yiannopolous’ upcoming talk on campus has roused controversy and opposition. Jesse Hughes defends the speaker’s rights.

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