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Karen Jones, department chair for plant, soil and agricultural systems at Southern Illinois University, is one of three candidates for the dean of agriculture. Photo courtesy of Karen Jones.

Agriculture dean search narrowed to 3

Ernesto Rivera // October 17, 2014
All candidates come from out-of-state universities. There is no timeline as to when the decision will be made and a new dean will be hired.
Woman killed by train identified as student

Woman killed by train identified as student

David Mcvicker // October 15, 2014
Butte County coroner's office and Chico police are still waiting for more details of the train accident before more information can be released.
Students from the Hmong Student Association put on a fashion show Oct.4 during the Chico Hmong New Year festival, showcasing traditional clothing, instruments and household items used for gardening. Photo courtesy by Cheng Kong Photography

Hmong community members reflect on shooting

Robert Engels // October 14, 2014
A shooting connected to rival Hmong gangs on Oct. 4 doesn't represent Hmong people at large, according to some members of the community.

Debate team to compete nationally

Madison Holmes // October 14, 2014
Chico State students from the team came out on top after only five weeks of preparation at the Golden Gate Opener tournament in San Francisco.
Kory Masen, former A.S. executive vice president. The Orion file photo.

AS seeking new vice president, officers

Mozes Zarate // October 14, 2014
Following the vacancy of several Associated Students board members and the resignation of Executive Vice President Kory Masen, the A.S. are currently interviewing potential replacements.
A $160,000 wildcat statue from the University of New Hampshire that the Associated Students is using as an example to illustrate the one they want to build for Chico State. Photo courtesy of the Associated Students.

AS postpones vote for for statue funding

Madison Holmes // October 14, 2014
After criticisms surfaced about a plan to build a bronze wildcat statue on campus, the Associated Students Board Of Directors postponed a vote to approve $40,000 to fund the project.
interim provost and vice president for academic affairs. Photo courtesy of Chico State

Chico State names new interim provost

David Mcvicker // October 13, 2014
Susan Elrod will begin her position Oct. 20. The search for a permanent will begin fall 2015.
Woman struck, killed by train

Woman struck, killed by train

David Mcvicker // October 13, 2014
Investigators believe the victim was a middle-aged transient woman. Police will continue to investigate whether it was an accident or suicide.
The California incense cedar will be removed Sunday after it was found to be rotting from the inside. Photo credit: David Mcvicker

Rotting cedar tree to be removed Sunday

David Mcvicker // October 10, 2014
The rot was caused by the loss of the tree's crown and supporting roots. The cedar tree was part of a group planted in the late 1800s at the request of Chico founder John Bidwell.
Sexual assault report reveals lack of exams

Sexual assault report reveals lack of exams

Madison Holmes // October 9, 2014
A major lack in reporting sexual assault results was revealed in the Butte County Sexual Assault Response Team's annual report released Oct. 1. New technology will give faster DNA test results from rape kits.
Political science professor Michael Coyle speaks to faculty members at the Chico State rally for contract negotiations. Photo credit: Ernesto Rivera

Faculty stage rally for new union contract

David Mcvicker // October 8, 2014
Chico State professors have been working without a negotiated union contract since June 30.
Chico State President Paul Zingg pays his respects to Marc Thompson Oct. 2 at the Performing Arts Center. Photo credit: John Domogma

Memorial held for deceased student

Madison Holmes // October 8, 2014
Friends and family gathered Tuesday night at the Performing Arts Center for a memorial to remember Marc Thompson.
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