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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State will be full of wildcats ready for Spirit Week.

Get Ready to Roar: Wildcat Spirit Week returns

Damon Gallegos, Reporter
April 21, 2025

Wildcats can celebrate school spirit and tradition with Wildcat Spirit Week from April 21 - 26, introducing new and exciting events each day.  This week-long celebration is done through a multitude...

Photo taken by Maya DeHoyos on September 25, 2024

Celebrate our planet: Earth Day events on and off campus

Maya DeHoyos, Opinion Reporter
April 18, 2025

Earth Day is Tuesday, and students are encouraged to celebrate the planet, reflect on their environmental impact and keep Chico green. “It is important for students to be more informed of our composting...

Loki, left, and Lola, right, soaking up the sunshine and good vibes at Woofstock Chico 2025. Photo taken by Ellie Marty on April 12.

Woofstock Chico returns: A groovy day of peace, paws and purpose

Ellie Marty, Editor-in-Chief
April 15, 2025

The spirit of the '60s is going to the dogs — in the best way possible. On Saturday, the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds transformed into a haven for hounds and humans alike as Woofstock Chico returned for...

Let’s just call this whole thing a minor mistake. There is still time, dear reader, to turn and run for your life.

An in-depth breakdown of the greatest Division of IT produced rap video in Butte County history

Sean Shanks, Web Editor
April 15, 2025

Someone had to do it. And by “it” I mean this article. There is no logical reason for that music video to exist. Yet here I am, attempting to type while wrist-deep in cringe. “Let me talk...

Graphic by Nadia Hill

A&E weekly wind-up: April 14-April 20

Chris Hutton, Entertainment and Features Editor
April 14, 2025

Springtime is here, that means markets are back. The Thursday Night Market, Spring Market and Saturday Markets return with Chico’s Brewfest happening as well. While it is a slow week for music events...

Woofstocks invites humans and well-behaved dogs. Courtesy of Butte Humane Society.

Woofstock Festival returns with a bark

Chris Hutton, Entertainment and Features Editor
April 11, 2025

The 4th annual Woofstock Festival, put on by the Butte Humane Society, will take place at Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, Saturday from 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. The festival will feature four local bands, food, vendors...

Radiohead’s album In Rainbows is a popular choice for students on KCSC Radio. Photo taken by Marianne Akre on April 10, 2025.

Radiohead’s ‘A Moon Shaped Pool’ Album Analysis

Marianne Akre, Opinion Reporter
April 10, 2025

“A Moon Shaped Pool” is Radiohead’s comeback from arguably their most disappointing record in their discography, “The King of Limbs.” It’s not easy for a band to make such a remarkable comeback...

Announced via Instagram, all students representing these teams have undergone two days of auditions in order to showcase their passion for dance. Photo taken by Alexis Bunch on April 9.

Expressions Dance Team showcase Saturday with ENVY Hip Hop Dance Team

Alexis Bunch, Reporter
April 10, 2025

Chico State’s dance team, Expressions, have invited hip hop dance team, ENVY, to perform as a guest in their showcase on Saturday in the BMU Auditorium. The showcase will include all student choreographed...

Student Andrew Hovsepian, right, is locked into an Unreal Tournament match. He has been playing and collecting vintage video games since a high school teacher first introduced him to emulators.

Good Ol’ Game Night brings digital and tabletop fun to Chico

Nadia Hill, Multimedia Editor
April 9, 2025

As students gear up for finals, the Computer Graphics Club and the Computer Animation and Game Development invite students to relax and kick back with their favorite video games and tabletop games during...

Thursday Night Market will be returning to downtown Chico every thursday until Sept 13.

Thursday Night Market is coming back April 10

Brynna Garcia, Reporter
April 9, 2025

Thursday night farmer’s market sprouts back up again on Thursday. This year's season lasts from this Thursday to Sept. 25. Each night market begins at 6 p.m and ends at 9 p.m.  The market takes place...

Graphic by Nadia Hill

A&E weekly wind-up: April 7-April 13

Chris Hutton, Entertainment and Features Editor
April 7, 2025

Music: Old 97’s and Grey Delisle Date/Time: Tuesday at 7-9 p.m. Location: Lost on Main  Cost: $32.36 Tickets: TicketWeb Age Restrictions: 21+   Allah-las with Monde UFO Date/Time:...

Strawberry Dogz performs an original song at Selvester’s Cafe. Photo taken by Megan Day on April 4.

Musicology club hosts a free concert at Selvester’s Cafe

Maya DeHoyos and Marianne Akre
April 6, 2025

On a mellow evening, students gathered at Selvester's Cafe for more than just a coffee and study session. The Musicology club hosted a free concert, with local artists Sarah Good, Strawberry Dogz and Popular...