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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
All content by Benjamin Mullin
A painted white bike is propped where Kristina Chesterman was struck on the 300 block of Nord Avenue. Chesterman died at Enloe Medical Center after two days in critical condition. Photograph by Carter Caldwell. Photo credit: Carter Caldwell

Nurse starts bike light program after two student deaths

Benjamin Mullin
December 17, 2013
Nonprofit partners with Chico Police Department to distribute lights instead of tickets.

Students study archaeology abroad

Benjamin Mullin
December 17, 2013
Chico State students are trying to piece together history on the island of Antigua, one artifact at a time

Suspended Greek chapters rebuilding reputations

Benjamin Mullin
December 3, 2013
After two fraternities were suspended last May they are working on rebuilding their reputations.

Aspiring engineer was studious, had ambition, faculty say

Benjamin Mullin
November 12, 2013
The university flag was lowered for Brandon Madison, 22, who died Nov. 7. Madison was remembered at a service in Yuba City Nov. 8.

Student shut-in prioritizes having fun over work

Benjamin Mullin
August 31, 2013
This Chico State senior is making a things-to-do bucket list for his last year in college.

Women return to Chico State to celebrate, receive block C’s

Benjamin Mullin
August 31, 2013
At long last, Chico State's graduated female athletes receive varsity letters they were denied years ago.