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Chico State clubs lined up near the science building. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on Aug. 24, 2022.

Clubtacular postponed due to weather conditions

Fabian Marian, Reporter // January 31, 2024

Due to a high chance of rain forecasted for Wednesday, Chico State’s Student Organization and Leadership Education has decided to reschedule the event.  The event was originally set for Wednesday. The...

Clubs table during Fall 2022s Clubtacular. Photo by Molly Myers on Sept. 13, 2022.

Hot clubs at the Spring 2024 Clubtacular

Fabian Marian, Reporter // January 29, 2024

Coming up Wednesday,  is this semester’s Clubtacular. This event will take place on Glenn and Trinity lawns from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. More than 100+ clubs will show up and there will be free food and swag. Here...

A group of frat men holding a protest sign

For our right to party

Nadia Hill, Reporter // January 25, 2024

Students’ hearts sank to their mixed-drink filled stomachs, as they received the late-night notification that class was in session Tuesday morning. Once the professors and faculty left the picket...

California Faculty Association members gather during the one-day strikes at participating universities. Courtesy: CFA

From proposals to picket lines: faculty prepare for week-long strike

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief // January 20, 2024

The California Faculty Association will continue their plans to strike the first week of the semester after bargaining sessions with California State University management did not result in an agreement. On...

Participant on a exercise bicycle working with a student volunteer at the BE:WEL Program.

Service learning program gives Chico State students new perspective on personalized care

Bea Williams, Contributor // December 5, 2023

It’s Tuesday morning, Chico State students hurry to their classes as professors prepare lectures and grade papers. Meanwhile, in Shurmer Gym, a different sort of class is taking place. Kinesiology...

Sophomore Jojo Murphy vs. Yotes defender

Chico State Men’s Basketball loses first game of season

Kya Williams and Nick Sanders // December 2, 2023

No. 5 Chico State Men's Basketball team faced a challenging defeat against the No. 4 San Bernardino Coyotes at the Wildcats home game Thursday night losing 67-70. The Wildcats, in a highly anticipated...

Let us help you find the perfect gift for students and more at Chico State. Photo by Heather Taylor with Magic Studio, Nov. 10.

Bootstraps, scream jars and friendship bracelets: A Chico State gift guide

Heather Taylor, Copy Editor // November 29, 2023

As the holiday season quickly approaches, we know many of you are thinking about gift-giving. It can be challenging to find the perfect gift for your loved ones, but at your Chico State family headquarters,...

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What’s new at Chico State

Natalia Cortez-Pagan, Reporter // November 27, 2023

Monday, Nov. 27 Need help planning your classes for next semester? Stop by the Humanities and Fine Arts Success Studio from noon to 2 p.m. for drop-in advising Check-in at the Cross Cultural Learning...

The Wildcats celebrate after Miles Rice (front center) scores a goal.

Chico State Men’s Soccer earns spot in the DII NCAA championship tournament

Kya Williams, reporter // November 14, 2023

The Chico State Men's Soccer team secured the fifth spot in the National Collegiate Athletic Association DII Super Region 4 Championship after an impressive season (11-1-7.)  They are set to face Colorado...

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Wildcats ought to check out these autumn events

Callum Standish, Reporter // November 12, 2023

Monday, Nov. 13 Stock up on groceries at the Pop-up Pantry from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Cross-Cultural Leadership Center in Meriam Library 172 Join the Wildcat Scholarship Application Workshop...

Joana Campos smiles in her catrina makeup.

Chico Cemetery hosts Dia de los Muertos celebration

Somber mariachi music serenaded Chico Cemetery’s eastern lawn during its annual Dia de los Muertos celebration on Oct. 28.  Dia de los Muertos is a traditional holiday originating from Mexico and...

Palestinian lives matter sign being displayed Nov 4 at Downtown Chico City Plaza during a vigil for lost Palestinian lives.

Students called to walkout for ceasefire in Gaza

Wyatt Alpert, News Editor // November 8, 2023

A student-run community activist group will hold a walkout Thursday in support of a ceasefire for the Palestinians affected by the ongoing war between Hamas and Israel.  Students are encouraged to...

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