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🦥Colorado State University’s own collection of biological specimens of all kinds and critters
🫎Meetings every other Monday @ 5pm
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🎬🧬 Tonight’s Bio Movie Mondays screening is "Kinsey"!

Join us TONIGHT, Oct. 19 at 6PM in BIO 136 for a free movie night that dives into the life and work of biologist Alfred Kinsey, whose groundbreaking research reshaped the scientific study of human sexuality. This film is a fascinating pick for anyone interested in biology, science history, sexology, and the big questions behind research.

Come hang out, grab some popcorn, and enjoy a thought-provoking film with a strong biology connection. 🍿

Free popcorn and drinks while supplies last
✨ All are welcome!*
*This film is rated "R"; mature audiences only.

🤔 Questions? Contact Charlie Dees at Charlie.Dees@colostate.edu.
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#CSUBio #BioMovieMondays #Kinsey #MovieNight #FreeEvent #ColoState #StudentLife #CollegeEvents #FortCollins #ScienceCinema #MovieNight Movie poster for Kinsey with the film title in red at the top and a man in a brown suit standing on a white background covered in enlarged typewritten text about sexuality. The design creates a serious, reflective tone that matches the film’s focus on human sexuality research and scientific inquiry.

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🎃🪳 Halloween Movie Night is creeping closer!

👻 Join us for a special screening of Mimic, a science-fiction horror film directed by Guillermo del Toro, that dives into species invasions, genetic engineering, and entomology. It’s a chilling movie night with plenty to talk about for anyone interested in the darker side of biology. 🕷️🕸️

🍿 Free popcorn and drinks while supplies last!
✨ All are welcome to attend*
*This film is rated "R"; mature audiences only.

🦇 Come for the movie, stay for the creepy biology.
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#CSUBio #BioMovieMondays #HalloweenMovieNight #Mimic #Entomology #GeneticEngineering #SpeciesInvasions #ColoState #FortCollins #Ramily #CollegeLife Dark horror-style movie poster for Mimic showing the film title above a glowing green insect-like creature curled on a dark surface. The image creates a creepy, suspenseful tone that matches the film’s sci-fi horror theme.

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🍽️💚 Hey CSU Ramily, can you help us bring back Biology Graduate Community Lunches?!

💸 We’re trying to raise $2,500 to bring them back, and every little bit helps. If you want to support CSU Biology grad students, you can donate here: col.st/qjvh6

🎃 The campaign runs through October 31. Reach out to our grad reps for more details!
🐰 Zoë D'Agostino:
sophia.dagostino@colostate.edu
🐯 Asha Fry:
asha.fry@colostate.edu
🌱 Dylan Moss:
dylan.moss2@colostate.edu

These lunches are such a good way for Biology grad students to actually pause, eat, and connect with each other in the middle of a busy week. They make a huge difference by building community, offering support throughout the semester, and giving students a place to breathe — and we really want to keep that going.

Thanks for helping us keep this space alive for our grad community 🐏💚
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#CSUBio #GradLife #StudentCommunity #SupportStudents #ColoState #BiologyGradStudents #FortCollins #GiveBack #CollegeCommunity #DonateToday #Donate Grad students gathered in the grad student lounge enjoying pizza and fussball

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📚🔬 BIO Seminar Alert!

Join us for “The Making of a Biologist: Facilitating the Transition from Student to Scholar” with Dr. Jennifer Neuwald and Dr. Michael Shavlik on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 4:00 PM in Biology 136.

This talk looks at how students move beyond memorizing biology content and start thinking like scientists — with a focus on critical thinking, self-regulation, study strategies, digital literacy, and the transition to college-level learning. If you’re interested in biology education, student success, or what it takes to become a biologist, this is a great seminar to catch.

📜 Abstract: col.st/jad87
📅 Seminars: col.st/pmxdF

Hosted by Dr. DeeDee Wright, Assistant Professor of Experiential Education and Assistant Professor of Biology

Free event! Light refreshments available while supplies last.
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#CSUBiology #BiologySeminar #StudentSuccess #BiologyEducation #CollegeLearning #ScienceCommunity #GraduateStudents #UndergraduateStudents #CSU #FortCollins Dr. Jennifer Neuwald (left) and Dr. Michael Shavlik (right) casually stand side by side leaning against each other with arms crossed and smiling. They stand in front of one of the Biology Department 1st floor displays.

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We had a blast at #tourdecorgi for Sploots in Space! Thank you for @csu_english for joining us with your beautiful haiku poems and @btc.csu for lending us the amazing articulated skeletons!

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Sci mentor #twins , when you make everything is a 2 person job 👯

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🌊🐾 Grads in Biology Student Spotlight: Sarah Kerr!

Meet Sarah Kerr, a PhD candidate in the Williams Lab studying marine mammal ecology. Sarah’s dissertation uses machine learning and biologging data to classify behaviors in northern fur seals and explore how individual differences in foraging behavior may relate to reproductive success.

Before coming to CSU, Sarah earned her MS studying the biomechanical energetics of California sea lions and researched population demographics in northern elephant seals.

We love celebrating the amazing graduate researchers who bring curiosity, skill, and energy to CSU Biology — and Sarah’s work is a perfect example of science that’s both rigorous and incredibly cool. 🌟
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#CSUBiology #GradsInBiology #StudentSpotlight #MarineMammals #Ecology #MarineBiology #GraduateStudent #CSU #ScienceCommunity #FortCollins Sarah Kerr stands on a rocky shoreline near the ocean, smiling while holding a young fur seal during field research. She is wearing yellow waterproof overalls, gloves, and outdoor gear, with the sea and overcast sky in the background, illustrating her marine mammal fieldwork.

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🎬🍿 Bio Movie Mondays are back!

Join the CSU Biology community for a fun series of movie nights featuring films with a bio interest. Come hang out, grab some popcorn, and enjoy a free evening event with friends, fellow students, and the CSU community.

Upcoming films:
📽️ Project Hail Mary — Monday, September 21
📽️ Kinsey — Monday, October 19
🎃 Mimic — Thursday, October 29
📽️ Hoppers — Monday, November 16

🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Biology 136

Free event, popcorn, and drinks! Bring your friends and make it a movie night. 🎥✨
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#CSUBiology #BioMovieMondays #MovieNight #FreeEvent #PopcornAndDrinks #CSU #CollegeEvents #StudentLife #FortCollins Promotional CSU Biology event flyer for a movie series, designed in a playful retro style with a film camera graphic, popcorn illustrations, and warm orange-and-cream accents against a dark teal background. The layout emphasizes a casual social gathering with a cinematic theme and highlights that the events are free, making it appealing as a fun community-building activity for biology students and department members.

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Welcome back to campus, Rams! 💚 🐏 Join our Natural Sciences ambassadors, Grayson and Eva, as they share their favorite spots on the CSU campus!

What other spots should your fellow Rams check out this semester?

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🎉 Honoring Excellence & Celebrating Achievements in the Department of Biology! 🎉

The Department of Biology is excited to recognize the incredible contributions and accomplishments of our community during the Spring 2026 Awards Ceremony! From celebrating retirements to highlighting scholarships, awards, and career milestones, we honor the passion and dedication that make our department extraordinary.

Retirement Recognitions:
🎉Dr. Leroy Poff: After 29 remarkable years with the biology department, Dr. Poff is retiring. Your dedication, groundbreaking research, and mentorship have left a lasting legacy. We will miss you and your lab, but we wish you all the best in this next chapter! 💚

Dr. Cecilia Milano de Tomasel: Congratulations on your retirement from the Wall Lab as a research scientist and lab manager. Your years of hard work, leadership, and dedication have made an incredible impact on our department. Thank you for everything! 💐

Congratulations to all of our award winners, scholarship recipients, and retirees for your hard work and commitment. You inspire us every day and make CSU Biology an incredible place to learn, grow, and succeed! 🐏💚
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#CSUBiology #RamPride #CSUAwards2026 #AwardsCeremony #JobsRecognition #Retirement #Retired #Congrats #Fellowship #Scholarship #Award From left to right, department chair Deborah Garrity, retiring professor Dr. LeRoy Poff, and faculty professor, Chris Funk, stand beside each other in front of a decorative green, gold, white, and gold star balloon arch, in recognition of LeRoy's retirement.

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🎉 Celebrating Excellence in the Department of Biology! 🎉

The Department of Biology is proud to recognize the incredible achievements of our award winners during the Spring 2026 Awards Ceremony! 🌟 From groundbreaking research to exceptional teaching, mentorship, and advising, these individuals represent the best of our community.

A huge congratulations to all of our award recipients:

Kristen Ruegg: Faculty Excellence in Graduate Teaching & Mentoring

Kate Wilsterman: Early Career Faculty Excellence in Teaching & Mentoring

Jennifer Ackerfield: Faculty Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching & Mentoring

Greg Tooley: Grad Student Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching & Mentoring

Michaela Leclerc: Graduate Student Impact Award

Cole Deal: Outstanding Dissertation

Amanda Broz: Outstanding Research Scientist

Ren García-Hellmuth: Outstanding Staff Award

Taylor Szuszczewicz: Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher

We are so proud to have such talented and dedicated individuals in our department. Your hard work and commitment inspire us all! 🐏💚 Six individuals stand in a row holding green award certificates, representing the Department of Biology award winners. The group is surrounded by green, gold, and white festive balloons, with star-shaped accents. The names of each individual are handwritten above their heads, and they are identified as Kate Wilsterman, Ren García-Hellmuth, Amanda Broz, Jennifer Ackerfield, Michaela Leclerc, and Taylor Szuszczewicz. The image captures the celebratory atmosphere of the awards ceremony.

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🌾 Ready to level up your field research game? Join BZ339.002: Field Methods in Front Range Ecosystem Ecology this summer! 🌱

✨ What’s in store:
🐾 Catch & handle small mammals (yes, prairie dogs 🐕‍🦺)
🌸 ID native bees & their fave plants
🌱 Dive into grassland restoration & sustainable energy
🌼 Master plant ecology & ID skills

🌟 @csu_fwcb students, take note! This course can substitute for your plant identification requirement! 🔍

Work with researchers, design your own project, and vibe in the great outdoors. Don’t miss this wild adventure! 🌞

#CSUBiology #FieldResearch #PrairieDogEnergy #GrasslandGoals #CSUSummer

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