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Pazlee Nan Melear painting a sindi 
at Chico Childrens Museum,
Art in the Park installment.

What to do with your kids when it’s over 100 degrees or raining

C. Nicholas Kepler, Reporter // October 5, 2023

The day was sweltering. Sweat poured down our faces and soaked our shirts. We wanted to play at the park but heat from the sun enveloped us in discomfort.  My air conditioner was overloaded and my son...

They Cloned Tyrone - Left to right, John Boyega as Fontaine, Teyonah Parris as Yo-Yo, Jamie Foxx, producer, as Slick Charles and Kiefer Sutherland as Nixon in They Cloned Tyrone. Cr. Parrish Lewis/Netflix © 2023.

‘They Cloned Tyrone’: A lesson in Afro-surrealism

Christian Hutson, Contributor // October 3, 2023

With movies like “Boyz n the Hood” and “Selma” being created almost every year since the ’90s, Black films have become exhausting and repetitive. It seems as if every movie is a retelling of...

Created by Ariana Powell on Aug. 28.

Clear your schedule for Chico State events

Callum Standish, Reporter // October 2, 2023

From free groceries to philosophical paper presentations, Chico State has an on-campus event for you.  Connect with your community or grow your circle with new skills and experiences, all in the comfort...

Created by Ariana Powell on Sept. 27.

31 days of horror: ‘Monsters and magic’

Ariana Powell and Callum Standish // October 1, 2023

It’s a dark and stormy night somewhere! In preparation for Halloween, get scared with 31 days of horror. Each week will have seven films that align with a specific theme.  This week’s theme: monsters...

Roselle Bar and Lounge: A fresh take on the bar scene in Chico

Roselle Bar and Lounge: A fresh take on the bar scene in Chico

Juliet Perry, Reporter // September 27, 2023

There’s no hiding the difference between a handcrafted cocktail — and one made for the sole purpose of getting drunk. Roselle Bar & Lounge in Meriam Park is a bar-forward experience that is meant...

Chico State student gives treat to dog. Taken by Natalia Cortez-Pagan on Sept.13

Need some time to ‘Take A Paws?’

Natalia Cortez-Pagan, Reporter // September 26, 2023

On Wednesday, furry friends will welcome Chico State students at The Well for puppy love and to destress from busy college life.  Venice, Nugget and Tommy are just some of the friends that will be...

 The cast of “Dr. Faustus” takes a triumphant bow after their first performance.

Theatre Arts Club pulls off one day play

Callum Standish, Reporter // September 26, 2023

A knowing audience of students and community members alike sit patiently in the dim theater. After a warm welcome and a thank you the show begins. The crowd is captivated and the performances are passionate. You...

Roses frame Sleep Lagoon’s drummer as they perform during the Associated Students’ Music Under the Stars concert. Taken by Ariana Powell on Sept. 21

Rosey, starless Music Under the Stars concert

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor // September 25, 2023

Chico State’s rose garden acted as a backdrop for the two bands who performed under the night sky at the Associated Students' Music Under the Stars concert on Thursday. The mini, black stage with...

Created by Ariana Powell on Aug. 28.

Take a look at this week’s campus events

Juliet Perry, Reporter // September 25, 2023

Monday, Sept. 25 Stock up on groceries for the week at The Basic Needs Project’s pop-up pantry from 10 to 11:30 a.m., located at The Well in Bell Memorial Union  Come celebrate Latiné Heritage...

Created by Ariana Powell on Aug. 28.

Check out this weeks campus events

Natalia Cortez-Pagan, Reporter // September 17, 2023

Monday, Sept. 18 Start your week of sweet with some donuts and coffee at the Hub from 9 to 10 a.m during the Grab N’Go event Returning to campus is the $11 Tablet Event hosted by the Center for...

Chico State se ilumina con las Celebraciones del Día de la Independencia de América Latina

Mawil Mateo, Multimedia Editor // September 16, 2023

La universidad se ilumina de colores, sabores y sonidos para celebrar el día de la independencia de los países centroamericanos. El día 15 de septiembre de 1821, Guatemala, Costa Rica, El Salvador,...

Serenity Cameron eagerly speaks with a potential new member of her club on Sep. 6, 2023.

Chico State clubs hit the Glenn and Trinity Lawns for Clubtacular

Natalia Cortez-Pagan, Reporter // September 12, 2023

More than 100 clubs took to Chico State’s lawns Wednesday for the semesterly Clubtacular event. Hosted by the Student Organizations and Leadership Education, students were given an opportunity to see...

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