DENVER - On September 12, 2024, Governor Polis celebrated that Colorado State University will be leaving the Mountain West Conference and joining the Pac-12 Conference.

“PAC-12 football is back in Colorado! Colorado is known for our outstanding athletic achievements and talented student-athletes, and I am thrilled to celebrate our student athletes at Colorado State University who are bringing Colorado’s world-class academic and athletic success to the Pac-12 Conference. Go Rams!” said Governor Polis.