Celebrate CLA! faculty and staff recognized for outstanding contributions to teaching, research, and service in 2025
The College of Liberal Arts acknowledges the accomplishments and efforts of the outstanding faculty and staff for 2025.
New scholarship by CSU alumnus, political strategist Stratton supports Durango students pursuing journalism
The Mike Stratton Scholarship, launched with an initial gift of $200,000, offers renewable awards covering up to half the cost of in-state tuition and fees for up to four years.
Kjerstin Thorson named dean of CSU’s College of Liberal Arts
Thorson previously served as the associate dean for strategic initiatives in the College of Communication Arts & Sciences at Michigan State University.
CSU College of Liberal Arts Dean Ben Withers leaves large impact
After eight years at CSU, the College of Liberal Arts dean heads to Iowa State University as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
Insights Speaker Series: Engaged scholarship and artistry
As part of the Insights Speaker Series, four CLA faculty speak on their work in engaged scholarship and artistry.
CLA Alumni Spotlight: Katrina Leibee (’22)
With degrees in Political Science and Journalism, Katrina Leibee (’22) uses writing to shape our society as a social media editor.
CLA Alumni Spotlight: Dillon Thomas (‘14)
How does someone win an Emmy? For Journalism and Media Communications alumnus Dillon Thomas (‘14), it was hard work at CSU.
Outstanding Grad: Lauren Hennessey
Lauren Hennessey is recognized as an outstanding graduate for her instrumental role in the Ram Stories Symposium.
Outstanding Grad: Kailey Pickering
Kailey Pickering is recognized as an outstanding graduate for her role of as editor in chief of College Avenue Magazine.
Film festival lauds original work by CSU students and alumni
On Thursday, April 13, dozens of CSU students and friends filed into the theater in the Behavioral Sciences Building to watch 19 new short films together. This was the annual premiere of the Through the Student Lens Film Festival (TSL), the first and only film festival created for and run by CSU students and alumni.