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Jared Polis discusses issues facing the Western Slope during an interview with Colorado Public Radio (CPR) reporter Ryan Warner, including immigration concerns, wildfire impacts and traffic concerns on Interstate 70 (I-70) on Sept 9. in the Asteria Theatre.

OUTGOING GOVERNOR TELLS ALL AT ASTERIA THEATRE

Didi Hooper, Staff Writer • September 20, 2025

From wildfires to transportation concerns, outgoing Colorado governor Jared Polis discussed his policies and initiatives with Colorado Public...

The Crime Scene Lab simulation room is arranaged with blood on the mattress of a bed, a bedside table with a lamp and two shark heads of unknown origin. The Crime Scene House moved from an off-campus location to three smaller, divided rooms in the Maverick Innovation Center.
//Courtesy of the Criminal Justice Department

CRIME SCENE HOUSE MURDERED

Megan Pierce, Staff Writer • September 20, 2025

DOES YOUR VOICE MATTER?

Brianna Harlow, Distribution Manager • September 20, 2025

MONTROSE WIELDS WELDING NEGLIENCE

Luke Travis, Staff Writer • September 20, 2025

Two students hold candles and whisper amongst a sea of mourners while a student security employee monitors the gathering on the evening of 09/11. CMU's chapter of Turning Point USA hosted a vigil to remember Charlie Kirk, a conservative political activist who was murdered the day before while speaking at Utah Valley University.

AFTER ASSASSINATION: TPUSA LIGHTS CANDLES FOR CHARLIE KIRK

September 17, 2025

Sports

The Women’s Club Rugby team starts their 25-26 campaign with two straight wins after defeating Southern Utah University 113-0. The Mavericks look to improve upon last season’s finish, where they ranked 7th in the nation.

THE HORNS OF THE MAVERICK

Layla Carlson, Staff Writer • September 21, 2025

The CMU women’s rugby team has opened their season with two decisive wins. After defeating Southern Utah University last week (113-0), the...

FOOTBALL FOR DUMMIES

Justin Shaw, Sports Editor • September 7, 2025

Katie Lozano-Monjaraz (3) sprints down the field in Thursday night’s match versus St. Edwards University. The Mavericks opened their season with a statement, shutting out the Hilltoppers 4-0

FOUR GOALS, ZERO DOUBT

Vicente Valadez, Staff Writer • September 7, 2025

AUSSIE TAKEOVER

Brianna Harlow, Distribution Manager • September 7, 2025

Senior Malik Manuel (center) struts his way down the field after winning $10,000. Manuel noted that this was one of the few moments he had ever shown so much emotion, and understandably so.
Courtesy of Malik Manuel

THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED

Justin Shaw, Sports Editor • September 7, 2025

Art & Life

Singing Kid Caravan’s original song “Character Development,” Sydnee Wyrwas-Longoria belts out a high note while Charles Reilly adds complexity on the drums behind her.

BEER IN HEADLIGHTS

Bonnie Duffy, Staff Writer • September 21, 2025

The Alumni Field was filled with brew stands and beer tents of all different colors as patrons meandered around the venue, playing yard games...

CMU Swing Dancing Club members learn to dip as part of the advanced swing combo. They offer beginner and advanced combos each meeting for students of all experience levels.

BOOT SCOOTIN’ BOOGIE: DANCE FEVER CONTINUES

Dana Dial, Managing Editor • September 19, 2025

32 student teams battled in the ASA spikeball tournament for the chance to win the top prize of $50 each. Friends of the competitors cheered them on.

ASIAN STUDENT SPIKEBALL ASSOCIATION

Charlene Clark, Art & Life Editor • September 19, 2025

A participant flaunts his flexibility and core strength at the Rock Wall in the Foster Field House. Aerial Arts Club hosts their weekly meetings there.

CLUB FEATURE: UP IN THE AIR

Clara Fisher, Staff Writer • September 7, 2025

An MCDC volunteer shows his group of about 15 dancers some of the footwork for the routine that night. About 50 people eventually came together and danced in unison.

STOMP ‘N SLIDE AT MAMA REE’S

Julia Wildman, Editor-in-Chief • September 7, 2025

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Ruby Franke and attorney, LaMar Winward, during the Dec. 18, 2023 hearing.
//Image courtesy if WABE.org

THE CHILDREN DO NOT YEARN FOR THE VLOGS

Gabriella Gallegos, Staff Writer • September 19, 2025

Despite exclusively watching video essays, food how-to videos and the occasional product review, I always...

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