Military-Connected & Veteran Student Visit Day

Military Appreciation at Canvas Stadium at CSU

Visit campus to learn how CSU supports military active, veteran, and dependent students.

When: September 5, 2026 from 11 AM to 4PM football kickoff

Who it's for: Military-connected students (active military, veterans, or dependents) who are entering CSU as freshmen or transfers

Where it is: This event will be held at CSU's main campus in Fort Collins at the Lory Student Center, ending with the football game at Canvas Stadium

What it is: Visit campus to learn how CSU supports first year and transfer active military, veteran, and military dependent students. Join us to explore CSU resources and support services through a Veteran Education Benefits presentation and hear from current students and alumni during a Student-Veteran Panel or Military Dependent Student Panel discussion. 

Afterwards, join us at the Adult Learner Veteran Services Tailgate for a meet and greet with current students, alumni, and staff before cheering on the Rams during a football game at Canvas Stadium. Registration for this event includes reserved on-campus parking and BBQ Tailgate tickets for the student and their guests.

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Time Session
11:00 AM – 11:30 AMCheck In
11:30 AM – 12:00 PMWelcome Session
Military Dependent Students & Families Sessions
12:05 PM – 12:35 PMVeteran Education Benefits Presentation
12:40 PM – 1:10 PMFirst-Year Current Student Panel
Active & Veteran Prospective Student Sessions
12:05 PM – 12:35 PMStudent-Veteran and Alumni Panel
12:40 PM – 1:10 PMVeteran Education Benefits Presentation
All Guests
1:15 PM – 2:15 PMOptional First-Year Student Campus Tour
1:15 PM – 2:15 PMOptional Adult-Learner Student Campus Tour
1:15 PM – 4:00 PMMeet & Greet with Campus Partners at Adult Learner & Veteran Services Tailgate
4:00 PMFootball Game Kickoff

Your registration for this event includes free parking, and more parking information will be shared closer to this event through email.

Coming from out of town?

For those traveling to Fort Collins by air, Denver International Airport is the closest major airport to Fort Collins. We are about 65 miles north of the airport, and there are several options for transportation following your flight.

Need a place to stay? Learn more about lodging in Fort Collins.

  • Our events are popular and fill quickly. We encourage you to sign up for your event before you book your travel arrangements.
  • Dress appropriately as you will be outside touring campus during your visit.
  • We’re here rain or shine! You’ll be notified via text if the weather does impact your visit. Keep up to date by checking CSU’s safety website.
  • Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, and be kind to yourself as you are at 5,000 feet of elevation.
  • Explore Fort Collins to make the most of your visit. Get tips from students and locals!

We continuously try to make our campus a vibrant, welcoming space. Please check the following information before your visit.

  • For the health of our university community, no smoking, vaping or tobacco products can be used on Colorado State University campuses. The city of Fort Collins is also smoke-free.
  • With the exception of service animals and approved emotional support animals, animals are not allowed to be inside university buildings or tied up outside. All pets must be on a leash in outdoor areas. See the full animal policy here.
  • Colorado State University’s Principles of Community help us express what our community stands for and guide our expectations for not only our students and staff, but also our guests. These values are inclusion, integrity, respect, service, and social justice.
  • CSU acknowledges that the land we are on today is the traditional and ancestral homelands of the Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Ute Nations and peoples. You can view our land acknowledgment to learn more.

Can I bring my caregivers or siblings?

Caregivers and siblings are welcome to join you for this event. If you’d like to bring friends or siblings who are also military-connected, we ask that they register separately.

What if there is a weather emergency?

In the event CSU is closed due to weather, all registrants will receive a text notification of the event’s cancellation, and a notice will be posted at safety.colostate.edu. It is rare for CSU to close due to weather due to our well-equipped facilities department, but we want you to make the decision whether to attend based on your circumstances and comfort.

What should I wear?

We recommend you wear comfortable clothing that is appropriate for the weather. You will be part of sessions that are both indoors and outdoors, especially during the tailgate and football game, or if you choose to attend the optional campus tour.

What can I bring inside Canvas Stadium?

Colorado State University Athletics implemented a clear-bag policy that limits the size and type of bags that may be brought into sporting events. Learn more about CSU’s clear-bag policy and see a full list of prohibited items at sporting events.

I cannot find the confirmation email after registering. Where do I find it?

Please contact [email protected] for your confirmation email to be re-sent.

My caregiver registered me under a different name. How can I change my name on the registration?

Please contact [email protected] they will be able to assist with changing the name in the registration.

Contact our admissions events team at [email protected].

Resources and support services

Adult Learner and Veteran Services

Veteran Education Benefit Office

  • Student-veterans, if you have questions about your education benefits, how to transfer those benefits to CSU, or even how to get started, you can visit the Registrar’s website to learn more.
  • [email protected]
  • (970) 491-6340

Transfer Admissions