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Autumn Alaniz-Wiggins delivers a presentation on black student experience at Chico State at the Elevating Black Excellence Tipping Point Student Success Summit. Photo courtesy of Alaniz-Wiggins’ Instagram account.
A journey of discovery: AS President Autumn Alaniz-Wiggins
Milca Elvira Chacon, Fabian Marian, and Molly Myers // March 29, 2024

https://soundcloud.com/chicostateorion/autumn-interview_2-mp3?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing After...

Students in line to check in for the career fair. Taken by Jessica Miller on March 27.
Border Patrol unexpectedly absent from Chico State career fair
Jessica Miller, Food Editor // March 28, 2024

U.S. Border Patrol was absent from the Career Fair held on March 27 despite announcements about their expected attendance.  President Steve...

The Media, Entertainment, Technology and Immersive Experiences department will be making some major changes. Courtesy: Chico State.
Chico State to combine journalism, MADT, CAGD programs under one school
Shane Aweeka, Reporter // March 28, 2024

Chico State President Steve Perez on Friday, March 8, signed Executive Memorandum 24-013 which renamed the School of Communication to the School...

WILDCAT SCORES
Right fielder Troy Kent making a play on a deep fly ball in the top of the sixth against San Marcos. Taken by Nathan Chiochios on March 17.
Wildcats drop series finale after an 8-run seventh inning from the Cougars
Nathan Chiochios, Sports Editor // March 18, 2024

The Wildcats split the weekend series with Cal State San Marcos Sunday afternoon after giving up three home runs in the finale, ultimately losing...

Sophomore shortstop Lorenzo Mariani, right, making a tough throw on a ground ball up the middle against Cal State San Marcos. Taken by Nathan Chiochios on Mar. 16.
Wildcats flip the script to take both in doubleheader against San Marcos
Nathan Chiochios, Sports Editor // March 16, 2024

After a tough loss Friday night, the Wildcats turned the momentum in their favor against first-place Cal State San Marcos. The Wildcats gave...

Senior Zhane Duckett warms up her jump shot before practice. Photo by Nathan Chiochios on March 12.
Chico State women's basketball earns first NCAA tournament in 10 years
Nathan Chiochios, Sports Editor // March 14, 2024

After a second-place finish in the CCAA, the Wildcats earned the fifth seed in the NCAA Division-II West Regional Tournament in head coach Brian...

My silver hero plant, in front of another variety of Scindapsus pictus. Taken by Heather Taylor on March 13.
New growth: Reflections on houseplants and life
Heather Taylor, Copy Editor // March 20, 2024

New nubs of growth are sprouting from the “silver hero” plant on the shelf by my window. I know they are new, because they were not there...

What I learned from talking to pro-life activists
What I learned from talking to pro-life activists
Ari Sorokin, Reporter // March 18, 2024

Chico State is a school where immense sexual freedom and promiscuity is contrasted by a strong community of vocal supporters of traditional values....

An AI generated photo through Adobe Firefly Feb. 2 of self-care products.
Top 10 ways to treat yourself
Jenna McMahon and Brooke Cárcamo // March 9, 2024

With midterms right around the corner, it is always a good idea to take some time for self-care and love. Whether it’s a small treat you buy...

The Butte Humane Society is organizing the Woofstock Festival Saturday. The event will raise money to support the animals at the humane society. Courtesy: Butte Humane Society.
Woofstock Music Festival wags its way back to Chico
Toby Neal, Reporter // March 28, 2024

The Butte Humane Society will be hosting the third annual Woofstock event on Saturday. The goal of the event is to raise funds to support the...

Lunar Market customers taking a look at a vendor business. Taken by Julianna Rose on Dec. 2, 2023.
Lunar Market’s growth in the Chico community
Itzel Saucedo Dominguez, Reporter // March 28, 2024

What began as a small event in September 2021 has now grown in popularity in the Chico community. Although hosted once a month, the Lunar Market...

The finished piece which is available for view on the first floor of Ayers. Taken by Nadia Hill on March 27, 2024.
Beyond the doodles: A deeper look at the collaborative canvas on campus 
Nadia Hill, Reporter // March 17, 2024

Hidden on the second floor of Ayers Hall, between the painting studio and the Ira Latour Visual Resource Collection there is an ever-changing...

The finished piece which is available for view on the first floor of Ayers. Taken by Nadia Hill on March 27, 2024.
Beyond the doodles: A deeper look at the collaborative canvas on campus 
Nadia Hill, Reporter // March 17, 2024

Hidden on the second floor of Ayers Hall, between the painting studio and the Ira Latour Visual Resource Collection there is an ever-changing...

The entrance arch on East 20th Street mirrors the one on Skyway. Behind this one, catch a glimpse of historic rock walls and land considered for development under Valley’s Edge. Photo by Heather Taylor on March 8.
New trail of thought: Harrison Memorial Bikeway on the edge of Valley's Edge
Heather Taylor, Copy Editor // March 12, 2024

This spring, I will share some trails to impart new knowledge or perspectives. I hope you’ll visit them, learn something new, enjoy time in...

Say hello to your new mayor. Photo by Robledo Rafael Andrade via Pexels.
A modest fur-prosal: Put pets in local politics
Heather Taylor, Copy Editor // March 4, 2024

We all know the only politics that matter are those on a national and global scale. Local politics are a waste of time and energy, with little-to-no...

Arti-ji frying jalebis. Photo taken July 22 by Molly Myers.
Arti's jalebis: A life-changing Indian sweet 
Molly Myers, Managing Editor // March 25, 2024

Golden, crunchy and oozing with sugary syrup, jalebis is one of the best sweets you will ever taste.  The process involves making a batter...

Freshly harvested bok choi, baby spinach, cabbages and broccoli at a Wednesday Farmers Market from Lor’s Produce. Taken by Alina Babajko on March 13.
Local produce benefits community and your health
Alina Babajko, Reporter // March 24, 2024

Chico’s Farmer's Markets have large varieties of locally grown, in season produce and other goods made from local farm products. Supporting...

Bidwell Perk coffee shop on March 13 in Chico, Calif. This coffee shop is just a 15 minute walk away from One-Mile at Bidwell Park.
Hitchhiker's guide to Chico coffee shops
Jenna McMahon and Amy Blair // March 14, 2024

For all you coffee lovers out there, we did the work and traveled around Chico to figure out what the most popular coffee shops have to offer.  Best...

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