Once again, Colorado State's men's and women's cross country teams were honored for their excellent work in the classroom during the 2013 season.

A school-record 47 Colorado State student-athletes earned recognition from the Mountain West for their work in the classroom during the fall 2013 seasons.

Colorado State ranks No. 49 in the nation for strongest athletic programs through the first half of the academic year, the second-best ranking among Mountain West institutions.

In the fall, Colorado State's cross country team excelled against its competition, as well as in the classroom.

After just one year of experience with their new Head Coach, the Rams' showed significant improvement with Art Siemers at the helm.