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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

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Alex Amaya, Copy Editor

Alejandro Amaya is a senior at Chico State who is a double major in journalism and Asian studies with a minor in Japanese. He enjoys helping others with their writing and in his role as Copy Desk Chief. When he’s not copy editing for The Orion or dealing with school, he’s more than likely playing with friends on Discord, mindlessly browsing YouTube, catching up on seasonal shows or watching esports.

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Photo taken by Jessica Shippelhoute Feb. 5

Hutchinson plots an uncertain path to normalcy

Melvin Bui, Alex Amaya and Mary Cron
February 13, 2021

Chico State President Gayle Hutchinson, assisted by campus employees, revealed tentative plans on Friday for the Fall 2021 semester. She also addressed COVID-19 preparations and participated in a recorded...

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CSU anticipates roughly 50% of in-person classes; Chico State expects fewer

Chloe Curtis, Alex Amaya and Ian Hilton
February 9, 2021

CSU Chancellor Joseph I. Castro held a press conference on Feb. 8 to address concerns surrounding the Fall 2021 semester and the limited reopening of the system’s 23 campuses.  News items from...