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The Orion
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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Alisa Thorsen

Alisa Thorsen, Opinion Editor

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Vol. 75 Issue 8

Alisa Thorsen
November 4, 2015

Nebula Answers – Vol. 75 Issue 2

Alisa Thorsen
September 19, 2015

Nebula Answers – Vol. 75 Issue 3

Alisa Thorsen
September 19, 2015

Week 5 answers for the Nebula

Nebula Answers – Vol. 75 Issue 4

Alisa Thorsen
September 17, 2015

Bill Rein, sophomore philosophy major at Chico State. Photo credit: Sam Barker

Humans of Chico State

Alisa Thorsen
September 9, 2015
Students share the best piece of advice they've ever received.
Jack Lincoln poses for the publication of '50 Most Beautiful,' by The Hill, an online political website. Photo courtesy of Joaquin Sosa of The Hill.

Chico alum among the most beautiful in politics

Alisa Thorsen
September 2, 2015
Jack Lincoln, Chico State alumnus, was recognized as one the most beautiful people in politics.
Maggie Berrier holds a difficult position on a bridge near the water of Mt. Shasta with help from her fellow AcroYoga friends. Photo courtesy of Maggie Berrier.

Bend into AcroYoga

Alisa Thorsen
August 24, 2015
The combination of exhilarating acrobatics and soothing yoga is an activity that members of the Chico community participate in for a unique and exciting experience.
Caelin Nieto, a junior communication studies major, greets and talks with children at the Read Across America event this year in Gilroy. Photo courtesy of Caelin Nieto

Student enriches mind, soul through Miss America pageants

Alisa Thorsen
May 11, 2015
Caelin Nieto has grown as a friend and person by competing for Miss America, an organization that aids with tuition and encourages women to go to college.
Professors read ratemyprofessor.com reviews #2

Professors read ratemyprofessor.com reviews #2

Alisa Thorsen
May 11, 2015

Inspired by the Jimmy Kimmel, "Celebrities read mean tweets" series, The Orion, for the second time, asked professors to read their reviews from ratemyprofessor.com Alisa Thorsen can be reached at...

Junior agriculture education major Austin Weatherby describes how he has grown as a person and employee through working at the University Farm. Photo credit: Alisa Thorsen

University Farm nourishes real-life skills for students

Alisa Thorsen
May 4, 2015
Chico State student Austin Weatherby has gained valuable experiences working in the orchards at Chico State's farm.

Chico State celebrates Earth Day

Alisa Thorsen
April 22, 2015
Through events, year-round sustainable practices and ecofriendly lifestyles, the university supports environmental awareness.
Briana Beaver, a Chico State alumna, endured several painful symptoms for years nearly died before doctors diagnosed her with Lyme disease in December. Photo courtesy of Briana Beaver.

Survivor rebuilds life after battling Lyme disease

Alisa Thorsen
April 7, 2015
Chico State alumna Briana Beaver shares her experience fighting the infectious disease and the obstacles that come with it.

Honoring the legacy of Cesar Chavez

Alisa Thorsen
March 31, 2015
Chico State embraces the memory of the activist and the impacts he made by putting on events, reflecting on his life and doing community service in the spirit of volunteering.
Women's History Month: Chico State edition

Women’s History Month: Chico State edition

Alisa Thorsen
March 25, 2015
March is Women's History Month and The Orion composed a list of 31 successful women who graduated from Chico State for every day of the month.
Journalism professor Michael Griffin runs the Waldo 100K in Oregon. "Running trails is not just exercise," Griffin said. "It is a therapeutic lifestyle." Photo courtesy of Michael Griffin.

Chico State faculty, staff hit the ground running

Alisa Thorsen
March 9, 2015
Whether it be a simple 5K or a 100-mile trail run, some university employees were born to run.
Elise Resh, first-year pre-nursing major, does her part to conserve energy by using her heater and cooler as little as possible. Photo credit: Alisa Thorsen

Students think green for dorm sustainability competition

Alisa Thorsen
March 3, 2015
The Shasta and Lassen residence halls are competing to see who can conserve the most energy in a contest put on by the Institute for Sustainable Development.
Emily Hilbers, a sophomore business management major, volunteers in the Dominican Republic during a summer trip. During those four weeks she spent time repairing homes and teaching local schoolchildren. Photo courtesy of Emily Hilbers.

Volunteer discovers meaning through charitable work

Alisa Thorsen
February 24, 2015
Emily Hilbers traveled to the Dominican Republic last summer to embark on adventures and volunteer with children.
Andee Wunno, senior communication and sciences disorders major, has dedicated almost eight years of her life to volunteering with children. Photo credit: Alisa Thorsen

Student finds purpose through charitable work with children

Alisa Thorsen
February 17, 2015
Andee Wunno has dedicated all five of her semesters at Chico State to volunteering and helping kids with special needs.
Kiara Rickson, first year pre-nursing major, is spending her first Valentine's Day single in five years. Rickson said she is excited to explore the holiday without the limitations of a relationship. Photo credit: George Johnston

Students embrace solo Valentine’s Day

Alisa Thorsen
February 11, 2015
Single Chico State students highlighted some of the perks of being single on the big day of love.
Josh Mills and Muir Hughes, owners of The Bookstore in downtown Chico, were able to buy the business in 2013 after raising more than $35,000 through crowdfunding on the Internet. Hughes said they both grew up in Chico and have a close connection to the community. Photo credit: Alisa Thorsen

Students, downtown businesses reap mutual benefits

Alisa Thorsen
February 7, 2015
The Orion talked to business owners about how students help them thrive, and how they contribute to student life.
Leah Railey, human resources director of Associated Students, reflects on how the organization helps prepare students for future jobs with part-time employment. Photo credit: Alisa Thorsen

On-campus jobs can bolster student income

Alisa Thorsen
January 25, 2015
Get an inside look into the different employment options for college students at Chico State.