The Student Voice of Colorado State University.
We connect brands with the Ram community. We are CSU’s student-run marketing agency, providing a direct line to the Fort Collins student market.
Your Insider Guide to the CSU Student Market.
Our Media Outlets
Click to explore each of our 6 award-winning student media platforms
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Rocky Mountain Collegian
One of the Oldest Student Newspapers West of the Mississippi
Since 1891, the Rocky Mountain Collegian has served as CSU's independent student newspaper. Publishing digitally Monday through Thursday and in print on Thursdays during the academic year, we deliver breaking news, in-depth features, and comprehensive coverage of CSU life to the campus and Fort Collins community.
- Society of Professional Journalists Mark of Excellence Winner (2024-2025)
- Editorial independence since 2008
- Student-run by editors and reporters
- News, opinions, sports, and campus discourse
- Best Newspaper Feature Page Winner (2023-2024)
KCSU 90.5 FM
Northern Colorado's Voice for Underrepresented Music
Since 1964, KCSU has been broadcasting at 10,000 watts, reaching over 250,000 people from Greeley to Longmont to the Wyoming border. Our student DJs curate from a library of 30,000+ songs, focusing on underrepresented music with daily new album additions.
- 28 awards since 2016, including Best Audio Promo/PSA (2024-2025)
- Leadership team of 18 part-time students
- Music, news, talk shows, and CSU sports coverage
- Training program for volunteer DJs
- Online streaming available worldwide
CTV Channel 11
TV Station of the Year (2023-2024)
Founded in 1989, CTV broadcasts live weeknights at 7 p.m. during the academic year on Comcast cable (channel 11/880) and YouTube. Our student producers, reporters, and crew have won 14 Rocky Mountain Collegiate Media Association awards and a Student Emmy.
- News, sports, entertainment, and talk show programming
- Professional video production experience
- Best Sports Reporting award winner (2024-2025)
- Opportunities in reporting, producing, shooting, and editing
- Streams on YouTube for expanded reach
College Avenue Magazine
Best Ongoing Student Magazine Winner
Since 2005, College Avenue has captured CSU culture through innovative storytelling, design, and photography. Our quarterly lifestyle magazine earned the Society of Professional Journalists Mark of Excellence Award for Best Ongoing Student Magazine (2023-2024).
- Quarterly print and digital lifestyle magazine
- Culture and lifestyle coverage for CSU and Fort Collins
- Platform for balanced reporting and visual stimulation
- Student writers, photographers, and designers
- Best Magazine Contents Page/Spread recognition (2024-2025)
Fifty03 Visuals
Driving Customer Engagement Through Video
Fifty03 Visuals specializes in creating promotional videos, social media ads, event recordings, and live streams that deliver results. Our client projects have achieved over 1 million impressions and helped CSU Summer achieve an 8% enrollment increase through targeted video campaigns.
- Tailored video packages for businesses
- Social media content with proven engagement
- Professional live streaming services
- Event recording and production
- High engagement rates on Instagram and Facebook
TreeStump Films
Documentary Excellence Since 2020
TreeStump Films produces documentaries that broadcast on Rocky Mountain PBS and screen at prestigious festivals including Telluride. Open to all CSU students regardless of major or experience, we offer hands-on training in all aspects of documentary filmmaking.
- Partnership with Rocky Mountain PBS for professional broadcasts
- Film Fund Finalist and Short Documentary First Place winner
- Annual CSU film festival hosted each April
- Workshops on interview techniques, scriptwriting, and production
- Open to all majors - no prerequisites required
Explore Other RMSM Accolades
With over 140 awards since 2016, including a Student Emmy and national recognition from the Society of Professional Journalists, our student media outlets continue to set the standard for excellence.
View All Awards & Recognition →Your Three Step Plan to Connect with CSU Students.
Connecting with college students doesn't have to be complex. Here's how we make it simple and effective:
Discover Your Opportunities
In-depth consultation to understand your goals and challenges. We craft a custom strategy designed specifically for the Ram audience.
Activate Your Student Outreach
Our team executes your strategy using the most effective channels - from on-campus activations to targeted digital campaigns.
Optimize Your Ram Connection
Continuous monitoring and optimization based on transparent reporting. We adapt strategies to maximize engagement and ROI.
What You Can Expect When Partnering with RMSM:
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A dedicated Account Manager who understands the CSU landscape.
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Transparent reporting focused on student engagement metrics.
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Customized strategies, never one-size-fits-all.
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A results-oriented approach that prioritizes your CSU goals.
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A true collaborative partnership, working with you every step of the way.
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Data-driven insights to continuously improve your campaigns and maximize ROI.
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ABOUT US
Year established
6 major student led media outlets
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Our mission is to...
Provide a top-quality educational experience for CSU students in mass communications and business leadership, and to provide an effective medium for student communication on campus and beyond.
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We Offer Great Real World Experience Within the Media Field
Rocky Mountain Student Media (RMSM) supports the mission of Colorado State University by enhancing the undergraduate experience through education, training and hands-on experience in media methods, management, ethics, responsibilities and community service.
Inviting all:
- News Editors
- IT Managers
- Video Producers/Editors
- Graphic Designers
- Reporters
- Photographers
- DJ’s
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