Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Ariana Powell

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief

Ariana Powell is in her fifth year at Chico State as a media arts criticism and journalism news double-major. Now in her fifth semester on The Orion and having assumed the editor-in-chief position for the second time, she is prepared to continue helping upcoming journalists and endeavors to continue building her repertoire of multimedia and writing skills. In her free time, she enjoys writing, watching and analyzing films, reading and spending time with her loved ones.

All content by Ariana Powell
The Camp Fire burned almost everything in it's path, yet some household items like this baby head doll survived the flames.

Hell on Earth: Remembering the Camp Fire

Jessica Miller and Ariana Powell
November 8, 2024
He said, she said: ‘Apocalypse Z: The Beginning of the End’

He said, she said: ‘Apocalypse Z: The Beginning of the End’

Ariana Powell and Garrett Hartman
November 6, 2024
Register before Oct. 21 to vote in the general election on Nov. 5. Photo from Pixabay

Candidate and measure election tally

Jessica Miller and Ariana Powell
November 5, 2024
David Howard Thornton as Art the Clown in the horror film, “Terrifier 3,” a Cineverse release. Photo courtesy of Jesse Korman/Dark Age Cinema.

He said, she said: ‘Terrifier 3’

Ariana Powell and Garrett Hartman
October 21, 2024
Ariana DeBose as Chef in the film “House of Spoils.” Photo credit: Glodi Balazs, ©Amazon Content Services LLC.

He said, she said: “House of Spoils”

Ariana Powell and Garrett Hartman
October 6, 2024
There are multiple nationally-declared days that bring awareness or a little bit of fun to each day. Graphic created by Ariana Powell on Sept. 18.

National Day calendar: Oct. 6-12

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief
October 6, 2024
There are multiple nationally-declared days that bring awareness or a little bit of fun to each day. Graphic created by Ariana Powell on Sept. 18.

National Day calendar: Sept. 29-Oct. 5

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief
September 29, 2024
Music is powerful … and so is politics and policy … so maybe the two shouldn’t mix. Graphic AI-generated by Ariana Powell using Adobe Firefly and edited using Adobe Express.

An alt-girl’s perspective: Popular music should stay out of politics

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief
September 28, 2024
The Orion Logo - 2023

Letter from the editor: Removal of inaccurate, insensitive articles

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2024
Michael Keaton as Beetlejuice in Warner Bros. Pictures’ comedy, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release.

Él dijo, ella dijo: ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’

Ariana Powell and Garrett Hartman
September 22, 2024
Modern pumpkin spice popularity began in the early 2000s after Starbucks released their pumpkin spice latte. Image by Jill Wellington from Pixabay.

Pumpkin spice and everything not so nice

Ariana Powell, Editor-In-Chief
September 22, 2024
There are multiple nationally-declared days that bring awareness or a little bit of fun to each day. Graphic created by Ariana Powell on Sept. 18.

National Day calendar: Sept. 22-28

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief
September 22, 2024
Paddy, James McAvoy, in “Speak No Evil,” directed by James Watkins. Courtesy Jay Maidment/Universal Pictures. © 2024 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.

He said, she said: ‘Speak No Evil’

Ariana Powell and Garrett Hartman
September 22, 2024
Sometimes it’s just better to be transparent about your music taste. Photo AI-generated using Adobe Firefly and edited using Adobe Express.

An alt-girl’s perspective: Airing my ‘dirty’ playlist

Ariana Powell, Editor-In-Chief
September 14, 2024
Michael Keaton as Beetlejuice in Warner Bros. Pictures’ comedy, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release.

He said, she said: ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’

Ariana Powell and Garrett Hartman
September 8, 2024
An alt-girl’s perspective on originals versus rock covers. Illustration created by Ariana Powell using AI-engine Adobe Firefly and edited using Adobe Express.

Perspectiva de una chica alternativa: Algunas versiones de rock son simplemente mejores

Ariana Powell, Reportera
September 8, 2024
The sake, Blackberry Bramble, Guinness Draught and “Scooby Snack” drinks from Ichiban, The Banshee and Madison Bear Garden. Taken by Ariana Powell on Aug. 27.

A 21st birthday experience in Chico

Ariana Powell, Editor-In-Chief
September 2, 2024
An alt-girl’s perspective on originals versus rock covers. Illustration created by Ariana Powell using AI-engine Adobe Firefly and edited using Adobe Express.

An alt-girl’s perspective: Some rock covers are just better

Ariana Powell, Editor-In-Chief
August 31, 2024
Both faculty members’ and students’ mental health are suffering due to a lack of support at Chico State and across the California State University System. Photo by Vie Studio on Pexels.

Faculty, students’ mental health continue to suffer

Ariana Powell, Editor-In-Chief
May 20, 2024
Thanks to horror films, some names have been ruined ... or made cool. Photo by Jeswin Thomas from Pexels.

Names horror films have ruined … or made cool

Ariana Powell, Editor-In-Chief
May 19, 2024
Sydney Sweeney in "Immaculate." Photo courtesy of NEON.

He said, she said: ‘Immaculate’

Garrett Hartman and Ariana Powell
May 18, 2024
Live from the World Contamination Tour. Photo taken by Penny Howle and courtesy My Chemical Romance.

An alt-girl’s origin story: emo beginnings

Ariana Powell, Editor-In-Chief
May 16, 2024
One sheet artwork for the film "Monkey Man." Photo credit: Universal

He said, she said: ‘Monkey Man’

Garrett Hartman and Ariana Powell
May 11, 2024
Timothy Kizirian, shown above, was investigated by the university in 2019 and sentenced to pay a criminal restitution and two-year probation in 2023. Courtesy: Butte County District Attorney’s Office

Former Department of Accounting professor still on probation

Ariana Powell, Editor-In-Chief
May 11, 2024
Awareness, prevention and recovery efforts should not stop after Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Photo by Pavel Danilyuk on Pexels.

Continue messaging past Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Ariana Powell, Editor-In-Chief
May 10, 2024
Pyper Braun as Alice in "Imaginary." Photo credit: Parrish Lewis/Lionsgate

He said, she said: ‘Imaginary’

Garrett Hartman and Ariana Powell
May 9, 2024
A heavy police presence is in the area of Nord Avenue. Taken by Callum Standish on May 2.

Police apprehend suspect following stabbing in area of Nord Avenue

Jenna McMahon, Nathan Chiochios, Ariana Powell, Callum Standish, Molly Myers, and Grace Stark
May 2, 2024
This is a 100% satirical article. Graphic generated by Ariana Powell using Adobe Firefly on April 25.

Black Plague on-campus: RUN!!!

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief
May 1, 2024
Student Isaac Potkin introducing his arrangement of Indiana Jones during the wind ensemble concert. Taken by Jessica Miller on April 27.

Chico State Wind Ensemble gives cinematic performance

Jessica Miller and Ariana Powell
April 30, 2024
Seared salmon nigiri in a base of spicy ponzu sauce that is a sneak attack on the taste buds. Taken by Jessica Miller on April 25.

Sake sushi: almost average

Ariana Powell and Jessica Miller
April 28, 2024
Alisha Weir as Abigail in Abigail, directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett. Photo courtesy Bernard Walsh/Universal Pictures/© 2024 Universal Studios

He said, she said: ‘Abigail’

Garrett Hartman and Ariana Powell
April 27, 2024
There's nothing wrong with Taylor Swift ... she's just not my favorite artist! AI image generated by Ariana Powell using Adobe Firefly on April 19.

An alt-girl in a Swiftie world

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief
April 24, 2024
Taylor Swift released her new album, "The Tortured Poet's Department," in April. Generated by Ariana Powell using Adobe Firefly on April 24.

An alt-girl’s perspective on “The Tortured Poet’s Department”

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief
April 24, 2024
Elodie, played by Millie Bobby Brown, in the March 8 Netflix release of “Damsel.” Courtesy: Allied Global Marketing/Netflix

He said, she said: ‘Damsel’

Garrett Hartman and Ariana Powell
April 20, 2024
Nautica Blue released the second edition of the dystopian novel, "A Skye of Jade," in April. Photos courtesy Nautica Blue, collage created by Ariana Powell using Pixlr.

‘A Skye of Jade:’ a dystopian world created by Chico State student

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-chief
April 12, 2024
Homeschooling and independent study have become more “normal” options in modern society. Created using Firefly generative AI, generated by Ariana Powell on March 27.

Perspectives on ‘Am I an academic weapon or was I just homeschooled?’

Jessica Miller and Ariana Powell
April 8, 2024
Gaia Villani, Marlena Moreno run for College of Communication and Education senator

Gaia Villani, Marlena Moreno run for College of Communication and Education senator

Ariana Powell and Ari Sorokin
April 1, 2024
People gather around a table during the Giving Day Fair. Taken by Ariana Powell on March 6.

Giving Day Tabling Fair proves fruitful

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief
March 7, 2024
Multiple cars populate the campus lot where a vehicle was burglarized Wednesday morning. Taken by Ariana Powell on Feb. 28.

UPD arrest 2 vehicle burglary suspects; stolen property recovered

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief
February 28, 2024
Jack Quaid and Zazie Beetz host the announcement of the 96th Oscars® nominations, on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Richard Harbaugh / ©A.M.P.A.S.

Pros and cons: ‘Barbie’ Oscar nominations

Emma Shipley and Ariana Powell
February 12, 2024
A stabbing occurred in Downtown Chico in the above shown area. Taken by Nathan Chiochios on Jan. 31.

Suspect arrested following stabbing in Downtown Chico

Ariana Powell and Grace Stark
January 31, 2024
A person screams. Photo by Jan Kopřiva: Pexels.

Get ready to scream!

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief
January 29, 2024
Chico State faculty members gather at the picket lines during Monday’s strike. Taken by Shane Aweeka on Jan. 22.

CFA strike canceled, tentative agreement reached with CSU

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief
January 22, 2024
California Faculty Association members gather during the one-day strikes at participating universities. Courtesy: CFA

From proposals to picket lines: faculty prepare for week-long strike

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief
January 20, 2024
Faculty members strike in December. Courtesy: the California Faculty Association

CFA, Teamsters to strike first week of spring semester

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief
December 24, 2023
Students and faculty members strike at CSU campus. Courtesy: Chico State Students for Quality Education

CFA strike to take place Thursday at Sacramento State

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
December 6, 2023
Speedy Burrito Mexican Grill cart sells food at the intersection of Ivy and West Second Streets. Taken by Ariana Powell on Oct. 6.

‘Burrito guy’ review: burritos for all

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
December 5, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Dec. 3. Photos by James Superschoolnews and Brett Sayles on Pexels.

Happy horror-days: Christmas horror films

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
December 4, 2023
Faculty members protest. Courtesy: California Faculty Association

CFA, CSU management fact-finding report released, no settlement reached

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
December 3, 2023
Ellia Bisker and Jeff Morris pose for a photo. Taken by Krys Fox.

Charming Disaster comes to Chico: macabre, humorous music for the masses

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
November 28, 2023
Butte College student, Augustus Chamberlain, holds up a sign during Wednesday’s student protest. Taken by Ariana Powell on Nov. 15.

Students speak out during tuition increase protest

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
November 16, 2023
“Inspired by Barbie” event attendee, Kesha Haynie, takes the first steps in creating her unique Barbie fashion. Taken by Ariana Powell on Oct. 11.

Everyone’s a winner at MONCA’s ‘Inspired by Barbie’ art competition

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
November 15, 2023
Trysta Seale hosts a booth to inform passersby about Wednesday's protest. Courtesy: Trysta Seale

Tuition raise protest to take place Wednesday

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
November 14, 2023
Photo by Tara Winstead: https://www.pexels.com/photo/wood-fashion-man-love-6479544/

‘Inspired by Barbie’ MONCA art competition Saturday

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
November 10, 2023
California Faculty Association and Teamsters members rally at the California State University’s November Board of Trustees meeting. Courtesy: the CFA

4 California State Universities to strike in December if deal is not made

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
November 9, 2023
Teamsters protest at a past 2023 rally. Courtesy: the Teamsters

Teamsters to picket on Chico State campus during Nov. 14 strike

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
November 8, 2023
Photos by Trenton Taylor and Floritzel Salvador in 2019 and 2016, respectively. Edited by Ariana Powell on Nov. 7.

Camp Fire 5th anniversary moment of reflection to take place Wednesday

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
November 7, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Nov. 6.

CFA, Teamsters to rally at November CSU Board of Trustees meeting

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
November 6, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Nov. 2.

Financial analysis of CSU reveals strong financial status

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
November 3, 2023
Photos taken by Nola Powell on Oct. 25. Collage created by Ariana Powell on Nov. 1.

The art of tattoo pain: part 2

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
November 1, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Oct. 30.

CFA members vote to strike if deal is not made

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
October 30, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Oct. 29. Based photos from OpenClipart-Vectors, Clker-Free-Vector-Images and freecdr on Pixabay.

31 days of horror: ‘Death’

Callum Standish and Ariana Powell
October 29, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Oct. 27.

CFA to announce authorization vote results Monday

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
October 27, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Oct. 25.

CFA authorization voting period continues amidst fact-finding session

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
October 25, 2023
Ice Nine Kills' 2023 "The Silver Scream 2: Welcome to Horrorwood Under Fire Deluxe" album. Courtesy: Fearless Records

Ice Nine Kills’ new deluxe album; horror movie guessing game

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
October 25, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Oct. 23.

CFA Chico chapter hosts a week of authorization vote-themed events

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
October 23, 2023
Illustration created by Ariana Powell on Oct. 19.

CSU clarifies tuition raise as Halloween trick

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
October 23, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Oct. 22. Based photos from Adobe Stock.

31 days of horror: ‘Cult classics’

Callum Standish and Ariana Powell
October 22, 2023
People march during California Faculty Association Chico chapter’s march on Wednesday. Taken by Ariana Powell on Oct. 18.

Bagpipes and bold voices: CFA Chico chapter rally on campus 

Ariana Powell and Kit Beauchamp
October 20, 2023
Image by Dariusz Sankowski from Pixabay.

Technology’s toll on the human psyche

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
October 19, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Oct. 18.

Tuition increase listening forum to take place Nov. 9 at Chico State

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
October 18, 2023
A partially broken gravestone in the “pioneer neighborhood” in the Chico Cemetery. Taken by Ariana Powell on Oct. 9.

Taking a walk through historic Chico Cemetery

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
October 17, 2023
Image by Zeynep YILMAZ on Pexels.

Unwind or get spooky with these fall playlist essentials

Juliet Perry and Ariana Powell
October 16, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Oct. 14.

31 days of horror: ‘Psych!’

Ariana Powell and Callum Standish
October 15, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Oct. 14.

California Faculty Association Chico chapter to host march Wednesday

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
October 15, 2023
Fen Halstead and Trysta Seale’s beginning protest flyer design. Created by Fen Halstead.

Possible tuition raise student protest on campus

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
October 10, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Oct. 7.

CFA will vote whether or not to authorize strike; what happens from here?

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
October 9, 2023
Chico State professor Sarah Gagnebin kneels next to a grave marker in the Chico Cemetery. Taken by Chico State photographer Jason Halley.

Take a walk through Chico Cemetery

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
October 8, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell, with base photos from Adobe Express, on Oct. 6.

31 days of horror: ‘Horror-lite’

Ariana Powell and Callum Standish
October 8, 2023
California Faculty Association members attend an in-person and virtual bargaining session on Aug. 7 . Courtesy: the CFA

CFA fighting for equity, security for CSU faculty

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
October 3, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Sept. 27.

31 days of horror: ‘Monsters and magic’

Ariana Powell and Callum Standish
October 1, 2023
Rallyists congregate at the California State University’ Board of Trustees meeting on Sept. 12. Courtesy: Chico State Students for Quality Education

California State University students rally against tuition raise

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
September 25, 2023
Ariana Powell getting tattooed on Wednesday. Courtesy: Nola Powell

The art of tattoo pain: part 1

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
September 25, 2023
Roses frame Sleep Lagoon’s drummer as they perform during the Associated Students’ Music Under the Stars concert. Taken by Ariana Powell on Sept. 21

Rosey, starless Music Under the Stars concert

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
September 25, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Sept. 18.

A genre of a person; music and personality

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
September 21, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Sept. 18 using Adobe Photoshop. Base photo by Markus from Pixabay.

Suicide is not a dirty word

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
September 21, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Sept. 19.

One step closer to possible CSU faculty strike; CFA enters fact-finding session

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
September 21, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Sept. 17 using Adobe Express.

Chico State President Steve Perez and students react to tuition raise

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
September 17, 2023
The Board of Trustees convenes for a three-day September meeting. Screenshot taken by Ariana Powell on Sept. 13, approved by the CSU system.

CSU Board of Trustees approves multi-year tuition raise proposal

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
September 13, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Sept. 11.

Rally to take place during CSU Board of Trustees meeting to oppose proposed tuition raise

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
September 11, 2023
bright green mi taquito grill food truck

A guide to campus food truck Mi Taquito Grill

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
September 11, 2023
Ryan Muscat, shown above, was convicted of felony assault in 2019 after attacking a Chico State professor in 2017. Courtesy: Butte County District Attorney’s Office

District attorney: Sentence reduced for man convicted of 2017 attack on Chico State professor

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
September 4, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Aug. 30.

CSU tuition costs may rise as Chico State enrollment continues to suffer

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
August 31, 2023
cherry williams swings rainbow poi balls

Canvas Cabaret at MONCA: scenic live model drawing

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
August 28, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Aug. 28.

A look at beginning of semester events

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
August 28, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Aug. 28.

[Photo] What's new at Chico State

November 27, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Aug. 25.

Possible CSU faculty strike: What it could mean for faculty and students

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
August 28, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Aug. 26.

Title IX reports offer suggestions for Chico State

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
August 26, 2023
An employee prepares drinks during Taste Me Tea's soft opening.

Taste Me Tea: Chico’s new tea and coffee central

Ariana Powell, A&E Editor
August 25, 2023
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