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  • The student Health Center is located on the intersection of Ivy and Legion. Photo by Jason Halley. Taken May 1, 2023.

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    Chico State warns of potential tuberculosis case on campus

  • New lounge bar servicing exclusive menu and new cocktails in Rawbar’s remodeled extension. Taken by Alina Babajko on April 14.

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    The Rawbar reinvented: classy and oceanic

  • Chico State students bury the 2023 time capsule in front of Kendall Hall. Courtesy: Andrew Staples

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    Chico State’s annual Time Capsule Ceremony to take place on April 23

  • Jan. 26, 2005 printed issue of The Orion with the headline “Drinking nearly cost pledge’s life.” The article discusses investigations of Chico State’s Sigma Chi fraternity after a pledge nearly died from alcohol consumption. Accessed through The Orion Archives on April 13.

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    Chico State’s hazing history: pledge deaths, alcohol poisoning and more

  • “Flaming Wedgee,” controlled by Heather Vo, melting “Drone,” a lightweight flying robot, in an early fight. Taken by Nathan Chiochios on April 13.

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    ‘Flamethrowers allowed’ at Chico State’s first Robotronica

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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Gayle Hutchinson and her partner Linda Allen Photo credit: Lucas Moran

Chico State president opens up about sexuality

Lucas Moran // December 5, 2016

Chico State President Gayle Hutchinson delivered the keynote address at the ninth annual Chico State Queer Conference Dec. 4. Hutchinson, the first openly gay president of a California State University...

Chico States DREAM Student Support Team created a petition to add policies to protect undocumented students. Photo credit: Ronnie Bolser

DREAM team creates petition to protect undocumented students

Katia Berg // December 5, 2016

Chancellor Tim White addressed in an email sent out Nov. 17 that the university would continue to support minorities, specifically undocumented students. In response, the DREAM Student Support Team of...

Police Blotter. Photo credit: Miles Huffman

Cat-killing dog escapes gunman

Kayla Fitzgerald // December 5, 2016

University PoliceCall Type: Burglary,8:06 p.m., Friday, Phi Kappa Tau House A resident came home to find the back door wide open. A report was taken. Call Type: Assist other Agency, 10:32 p.m., Saturday,...

Chico State says pot still illegal on campus

December 2, 2016

by George Johnston Sorry to those with kushy dreams of a high campus after the passing of Proposition 64, but Chico State will not allow the smoking or possession of marijuana on university property. In...

Photo credit: Miles Huffman

A history of California Secession

Jake Hutchison // November 30, 2016

Californians have proposed new governments since the early 1940s. Here is a brief history of several major proposals.The State of Jefferson Originates (1941)Jefferson would be a state comprised of Oregon’s...

Chico Peace & Justice Center

People of Chico support Standing Rock

Kayla Fitzgerald // November 27, 2016

Protests have continued at the Standing Rock Reservation in North Dakota, and the people of Chico are ready to support.On Saturday, November 19, Chico local, Rain Aliza Scher, will begin her journey to...

March 2 - The Study Abroad fair is taking place in the quad outside of the BMU. Students can ask questions regarding the different programs and services. (Photo credit: Aurora Evans).

Undocumented students studying abroad urged to come home

Bianca Quilantan // November 18, 2016

Some students studying abroad may not be allowed to return to the United States after President-elect Donald Trump takes office Jan. 20, 2017. An email sent by Jennifer Gruber study abroad and international...

Photo credit: Aurora Evans

CSU system won’t aid deportation of undocumented students

George Johnston // November 17, 2016

The anti-immigration rhetoric of president-elect Trump has many undocumented students worried whether they can stay in the country and continue to attend college. California State University Chancellor...

Students express fear after election

Students express fear after election

Molly Sullivan // November 17, 2016

Students talked about themes of fear, shame and grief during the post-election forum for Democrats Nov. 16 in the Bell Memorial Union. Students gathered in four groups where they discussed their feelings...

Photo credit: Cortneanne Campbell

Students unite for solidarity walk

Katalina Santamaria // November 17, 2016

Students, staff and members of the community gathered near the George Petersen garden to show solidarity in creating a safer and welcoming environment on campus. Participants celebrated national walkout...

Photo credit: Ronnie Bolser

Marxist group: Socialism would fix US politics

Elizabeth Helmer // November 16, 2016

Socialism could be the answer to America's broken political system, according to the Chico State Marxist Student Organization.The group held a meeting Nov. 15 titled "How did Trump win and how to fight...

Photo credit: Jordan Rodrigues

Blanket drive helps keep homeless from freezing

Kyla Linville // November 15, 2016

Winter marks the beginning of sweater weather, warm drinks and rainy days spent indoors. However, for many in Butte County, this means cold nights outside. Butte County has over 900 homeless people in...

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