Early building closure
The CSU Spur Hydro building and the Hydro Backyard will close at 3 p.m. on Thursday, May 2. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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Join renowned chef Paula Thomas of the Ecological Kitchen on a tantalizing journey through Latino culture as she unravels the mysteries behind corn and tortillas. Delve into the agricultural history of corn with Rachael Storm, curator of Business and Industry, and gain insights into the cultural history from our soon-to-be-announced community expert. Immerse yourself in the cultural and culinary significance of corn and tortillas, and discover the rich flavors and captivating history that have shaped the vibrant culinary landscape of Latin America. Don’t miss celebrating the magic of corn, tortillas, and the captivating essence of Latino culture.
Reach out to csusystemspur@colostate.edu with questions.
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
2nd Saturday of every month: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (closed all other Saturdays)
Closed Sundays
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2nd Saturday at CSU Spur is 10 a.m.-2 p.m. this Saturday (May 11)! Join us to learn about the South Platte River’s plants and animals, check out the Denver Museum of Nature & Science Curiosity Cruiser and Little Shop of Physics experiment stations, taste test chicken nuggets in the Sensory Lab, and meet Wiz Kid!
Hope to see you there!
Associate Vice Chancellor for CSU Spur & Special Projects, CSU System
Jocelyn Hittle is primarily focused on helping to create the CSU System’s new Spur campus at the National Western Center, and on supporting campus sustainability goals across CSU’s campuses. She sits on the Denver Mayor’s Sustainability Advisory Council, on the Advisory Committee for the Coors Western Art Show, and is a technical advisor for the AASHE STARS program.
Prior to joining CSU, Jocelyn was the Associate Director of PlaceMatters, a national urban planning think tank, and worked for the Orton Family Foundation. She has a degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Princeton, and a Masters in Environmental Management from the Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies.
Jocelyn grew up in Colorado and spends her free time in the mountains or exploring Denver.
Chancellor, CSU System
Dr. Tony Frank is the Chancellor of the CSU System. He previously served for 11 years as the 14th president of CSU in Fort Collins. Dr. Frank earned his undergraduate degree in biology from Wartburg College, followed by a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Illinois, and a Ph.D. and residencies in pathology and toxicology at Purdue. Prior to his appointment as CSU’s president in 2008, he served as the University’s provost and executive vice president, vice president for research, chairman of the Pathology Department, and Associate Dean for Research in the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. He was appointed to a dual role as Chancellor in 2015 and became full-time System chancellor in July 2019.
Dr. Frank serves on a number of state and national boards, has authored and co-authored numerous scientific publications, and has been honored with state and national awards for his leadership in higher education.
Dr. Frank and his wife, Dr. Patti Helper, have three daughters.