Official account for Colorado State University. At #ColoradoState, there’s this energy we all share—this undeniable excitement for what’s next.At Colorado State, there’s this energy we all share—this undeniable excitement for what’s next. And it’s a feeling you can only find here.

Core values

- The CSU System educates over 50,000 students annually and has more than 332,000 living alumni worldwide, contributing to workforce talent retention and economic development in Colorado[1][5].
- The system is involved in research, innovation, and community outreach, including initiatives like CSU Spur, which focuses on food, water, sustainability, and human and animal health[1].
- CSU System campuses support economically important industries such as cybersecurity, nursing, and provide hands-on research opportunities[5].
- The system contributes to the state's economy through start-up companies, patented inventions, and significant research expenditures[5].
- Initiatives like the Colorado Futures Center and the Disproportionate Impact Indicator (CODI) address community needs, equity, and economic mobility[4].