CSU Alumni Stories

The Details Ring True: Marc Reck Rings the Old Main Bell on Ag Day

From his family farm in Wiggins to the Farmhouse Fraternity at CSU, and after more than 30 years running his own agriculture real estate business, Marc Reck knows farming and ranching. That makes him the perfect person to kick-off Ag Day by ringing the Old Main Bell on Sept. 30 when the Rams take on Utah Tech.

Chocolate Lovers Have Someone to Thank

Bill Guyton (B.S., ‘84) has traveled the world for nearly 40 years in support of agricultural and educational initiatives, many associated with producing sustainable cocoa. His years abroad shaped his life and informed his volunteer efforts and philanthropy … and it all started at CSU.

A Stalwart March through History

When Kathryn Kennedy (B.M., ’23) wrote the history of the CSU Marching Band for her senior thesis, she uncovered fascinating details and stories she never would have imagined. It was a stalwart achievement for someone who has loved music all her life and led the band as drum major during her time at Colorado State.

Equipping Veterinarians for a Changing World

Rebecca Ruch-Gallie (D.V.M., ’99; M.S., ’02) oversees a real-world laboratory that gives veterinary students hands-on experience running a general veterinary practice. Her passion for the work is infectious, but her early career path almost led her into the restaurant business.

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Beating Imposter Syndrome

Imposter Syndrome is the psychological phenomenon in which you feel like you don’t deserve your accomplishments. You might feel like you don’t belong, don’t deserve your success, or are “out of place."

Salary Negotiation for Women

Wage discrimination has been illegal since the Equal Pay Act passed in 1963, but it still continues. Before the pandemic, it was estimated that, if we kept going at the rate we were going, the wage gap would close in 2059.

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