Dear Ram Community:
At this time of the semester, we all experience some mix of excitement, reflection and relief. We contemplate the journey we have traveled – perhaps remembering some of the challenges or hardships we have faced along the way – while also casting our focus forward with anticipation for what’s next. For you as students, that next big move might be graduation, a coveted summer internship or job, summer session, more time with family and friends … or just taking a big deep breath and time to rest.
As you contemplate what is next for you, we want to remind you to savor your successes and the contributions you have made on behalf of yourself, your peers, your professors and mentors. Your presence at Colorado State University has made a difference in defining who we are collectively as a land-grant institution of higher education. And as you prepare for what is next in your life, know that you are forever part of CSU’s legacy and an important person in its success.
All Students: We wish you the best of luck with your final projects and exams next week. Below this email, we have some tips we share every semester to help you. If you’ve seen them before, we encourage you to read them again. They are the golden rules for finals week success.
Before the end of finals week, please vote for your favorite For-Ever-Green shirt design. The For-Ever-Green shirt was established in 2003 by the Associated Students of Colorado State University (ASCSU) and through partnerships with campus offices it has become a CSU tradition for students, alumni, and Ram supporters to show their pride. As a cherished symbol of school spirit, the t-shirt features a different design each year. For the 20th-anniversary shirt, we are really excited to share designs that feature the new CSU brand, which is rolling out this fall.
Graduating Students: Congratulations! We look forward to celebrating you at commencement with your professors and others at CSU who have supported your academic journey. We know your loved ones are deeply proud of you and we are, too. Stay stalwart and don’t forget you are forever a Ram.
A personal note from President Parsons: Thank you fellow Rams for welcoming me back to my roots this semester. You gave me wonderful receptions at every turn, every event, every opportunity I have had to meet with you. These past few months have been many things for me: invigorating, exciting, and enlightening. I could not be happier or prouder to be here with you and to be serving you.
We celebrate you, CSU!
With Gratitude,
Amy Parsons
President
Janice L. Nerger
Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Blanche Hughes
Vice President for Student Affairs