When I tell people I worked at a funeral home, I expect one of several responses: they are surprised, change the subject or express how depressing they think the job is. There were some sad days during...
When I found out that I had the opportunity to represent Chico State’s speech and debate team at the International Forensics Association tournament in Tokyo, Japan, I was thrilled. As an aspiring public...
As I packed my essentials for a two-day trip to Southern California, my friend Mayra blew up my phone with questions.
“What should I bring? Do I need to go to the store? Am I forgetting anything...
With all the gloomy rain and bare nature in Chico, color is scarce. Luckily, an eccentric oasis exists between Tender Loving Coffee and the Pageant Theatre on E Sixth St. — Late Bloomer Vintage Boutique.
The...
As a volunteer at The Museum of Northern California Art, I get firsthand knowledge of the upcoming exhibits. When I learned about the “For the Love of Birds Exhibit,” I have to admit I was a bit disappointed....
I realized I was bisexual when I learned what scissoring was and responded with, “that sounds so hot I would totally do that.”
It wasn’t until summer of 2021 that I started questioning my sexuality....
I don’t have a problem with cursing, but I do have a problem with one word in particular — pussy.
Everyone curses. Whether it be done casually, circumstantially — or in special cases like...
Nothing is more cathartic than turning on loud music after a long and stressful day. I find that it’s pleasing to turn on some angry emo rock music to make my anger regarding classes, responsibilities,...
"What My Mother and I Don't Talk About"
Don't worry, this book isn't specifically for those who have mommy issues. It's for anyone who wishes to gain insight into their relationship with...
We are just three months into the new year, and there have already been over 80 mass shootings in the U.S. This is America in 2023.
Consequently, we have become uncomfortably familiar with feelings...
Take a moment and reflect on your own personal space. Is the bedside table cluttered with random objects? Are your dishes clean? Is your bed made? Do you ever get stressed about your mess?
Making...
On Jan. 7, in Memphis, Tennessee, police attacked Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man and father to a four year-old son. He was pulled over for alleged reckless driving. This group of officers were...
