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At the Colorado State University College of Natural Sciences, we believe that discovery begins here. Our students are discovering their passions and transforming lives. Our faculty are discovering new scientific phenomena and applications as well as new ways of educating the next generation. And together, everyone at the college is helping to spread these discoveries throughout our state and the world. We are grateful to have you along for the exciting journey.
Priorities
Priority Areas
The College of Natural Sciences Strategic Initiative Fund supports those areas of the college that need it most, whether research, scholarships, or updated infrastructure, helping to lead us into the future. Click here to give.
Undergraduate scholarships give the gift of education to bright minds who otherwise might not be able to attend college – or who would have to take out substantial loans or spend much of their time working rather than learning and discovering. Join us in supporting the leaders of tomorrow. To give, click here, and search for “Natural Sciences Undergraduate Scholarships.”
The college’s Women In Natural Sciences (WINS) program helps to support, mentor, and encourage female faculty in the college, providing networking events, speakers, and funding for conference travel. To give, click here, and search for “Women in Natural Sciences Program Endowment.”
What are you passionate about changing in the world? Find ways that your gift can impact the future of science, discovery, technology, learning, and of society. Click here and search for a fund to support.
SPOTLIGHTS
Alumni & Friends
Q&A with Olympic bobsledder and CSU physics alumnus, Hunter Powell
Olympic bobsledder and CSU alumnus Hunter Powell shared why he chose physics, how it helped him as an Olympic athlete, and his advice to CSU students.
Students
Math Students Curate Art Exhibit in CO/LAB Space at Gregory Allicar Musuem of Art
“When many of us hear the word ‘mathematics,’ we think of numbers, formulas, or equations. But in this exhibition, we ask you to consider something broader. Mathematics is also a way of seeing,” Kristina Moen, PhD Student in Mathematics at CSU, introduces the collection, “Symmetry, Structure, Space: Mathematical Visions in Art,” in the Gregory Allicar Museum of Art.
Research
Pushing the boundaries of ultracold neutral plasmas
Using a combination of laser cooling techniques and strong magnetic fields, researchers at Colorado State University have created an ultracold neutral plasma with electrons cooled to temperatures measured to be within one degree Kelvin (absolute zero) for the first time.
Faculty & Staff
Craig Partridge appointed to President’s Committee on the National Medal of Science
The 16-member committee evaluates nominees for the National Medal of Science.
