Campus Resource Spotlight: CSU Writing Center
Struggling with a paper or polishing a cover letter? The CSU Writing Center is your go-to resource for free, personalized writing support!
Located in the Eddy Hall, the Writing Center offers one-on-one consultations to help you brainstorm, draft, or revise any writing project -whether it’s an essay, research paper, or even a job application. Their friendly, trained tutors work with students at any stage of the writing process and across all majors. Need feedback fast? You can schedule an appointment online or submit your work for asynchronous feedback through their e-tutoring service.
They also host workshops on topics like citation styles and creative writing to boost your skills. Plus, the cozy, welcoming vibe makes it a great spot to get inspired!
Why not stop by? Whether you’re a freshman tackling your first college essay or a senior crafting a grad school application, the CSU Writing Center has the tools to help you shine. Drop in, say hello, and make it a part of your CSU experience!
Restaurant of the Week
Address: 3307 South College Ave
Hours: Every day 11 am-9:30 pm, Friday and Saturday open until 10 pm
Young’s Cafe has been the first Vietnamese restaurant to open in Fort Collins since 1987. Family independently owned and operated, Young’s Cafe continually sets the high standard to provide you with a pleasant but different experience in Oriental dining. Vietnamese cuisine has its influence from Chinese and French cooking. However, its light, delicate, and fresh flavor makes Vietnamese cuisine unique in its own way. Our menu emphasizes dishes prepared with fresh and natural ingredients, which makes our food ideal for health and quality cuisine. Please make your reservation by calling us at 970-223-8000 for lunch or dinner. Our passion for providing you with the highest quality dishes makes us the ideal choice for gourmet Vietnamese in Fort Collins, CO. Call us or stop in today.
Recipe of the Week
Wisconsin Butter Burgers:
Ingredients:
- 1-pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 – pound fresh mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons plus 4 teaspoons of butter, divided
- 4 hambuger buns, split
Optional toppings include tomato slices, lettuce leaves, dill pickle slices, ketchup, and mustard.
Directions:
- Sprinkle ground beef with seasoned salt and pepper. Pulse mshrooms in a food processor until finely chopped. Add to seasoned beef, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in thick patties.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Add burgers; cook 6-8 minutes on each side, basting with butter, until a thermometer reads 160*
- Remove from heat; keep warm. Add bun tops to the skillet and toast until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts:
1 Burger: 400 calories, 21g fat (10g saturated fat), 96mg cholesterol, 543mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein.
Popular FoCo events in May 2025
May 2
Cinco de Mayo Client Appreciate Social
Join it for a fun-filled evening at Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant as they celebrate and show their gratitude to clients. Enjoy delicious Mexican cuisine, refreshing drinks, and great company. Toast to successful partnerships and the exciting projects ahead. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to mingle, network, and have a fantastic time. (Photo credit: https://allevents.in)
May 16
Sound Bath with Gemstone-Infused Singing Bowls
Enjoy 60 minutes of gemstone-infused crystal singing bowls, koshi chimes, quartz pyramid sound resonance with guided meditation for deep relaxation.
Allow the cells and energy of the body to reintegrate and renew for optimal well-being.
This event releases stress, calms the nervous system, and deepens relaxation. Develop stronger access to your greatest strengths, talents, higher wisdom, joy, and deeper peace.
(Photo credit: https://allevents.in)
May 31
Global Sounds
Bohemian Nights presents Global Sounds, celebrating music from around the world on two stages: Old Town Square and Linden Street. This one-day event is free to attend and open to the public. Live music kicks off at Noon and will end at 6:30 PM. This incredible lineup features performances by Ozomatli, CIMAFUNK, Blessing Bled Chimanga, Banda La Patrona, Sheela Bringi, and Gora Gora Orkestar.
(Photo credit: bohemianlivemusic.org)