Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Callum Standish

Callum Standish, Opinion Editor

Callum Standish is a fourth-year journalism and news major from Castro Valley. Standish is in his third semester on The Orion and now serves as the opinion and features editors. He is interested in cars, music, culture and the environment. Standish enjoys exploring the nooks and crannies of Chico on his bicycle and spending time with friends. He loves to meet new people and hear their stories, and has great reverence for our lovely small town. Standish believes there is light and joy in everyone.

All content by Callum Standish
Second year student Anakin Hunter, right, disagrees with the speaker's message and prays after listening to him outside of the Bell Memorial Union at Chico State Tuesday, Sep. 24, 204.

Religious beliefs and student opinions clash on campus

Nathan Chiochios, Milca Elvira Chacon, and Callum Standish
September 24, 2024
An illustration of Kamala Harris and Donald Trump from the debate, in the colors of their political parties. Created by Nadia Hill, Sept. 11.

Trump y Harris se enfrentan en el segundo debate presidencial

Anthony Vasek, Callum Standish, and Nadia Hill
September 22, 2024
An illustration of Kamala Harris and Donald Trump from the debate, in the colors of their political parties. Created by Nadia Hill, Sept. 11.

Trump and Harris go head-to-head in the second presidential debate

Anthony Vasek, Nadia Hill, and Callum Standish
September 12, 2024
An example of a utility box in the downtown area. An unconfirmed, but possible location for the future artwork approved by City Council. Taken by Callum Standish Aug. 27.

El Consejo de Chico aprueba el programa de arte en cajas de servicios

Callum Standish, Reportero
September 7, 2024
An example of a utility box in the downtown area. An unconfirmed, but possible location for the future artwork approved by City Council. Taken by Callum Standish Aug. 27.

Chico Council approves utility box art program

Callum Standish, Opinion and Features Editor
August 28, 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
The dreggs of the chow mein, one of the many options available

The desserts always present well, this white chocolate raspberry cheesecake wasn't just good looks

The sadly undercooked veggie burger, the extra onions and pickles were voluntary

Prom Royalty winners Patrick Jay and Mae Haggard shared their first dance in front of the crowd. Taken by Nadia Hill on April 18.

Chico State gets all dolled up for Queer Prom

Nadia Hill and Callum Standish
April 22, 2024
Students party on a roof on Chavez in 2014. Cesar Chavez Day has been observed by Chico State since 2001. Photo by Annie Paige.

The real reason Chico State parties on Chavez

Callum Standish, A&E Editor
March 31, 2024
A person on a stretcher is loaded into an ambulance. Taken by Callum Standish at 9 p.m. March 17.

‘Just panic’ during St. Patrick’s Day shooting

Callum Standish, Arts and Entertainment Editor
March 18, 2024
A projection of the possible shenanigans in Chico, AI generated by Bing Image Creator by Callum Standish.

Say ‘Top of the morning’ to Saint Patrick’s events

Callum Standish, A&E Editor
March 15, 2024
Firefighters maintain efforts to quell flames. Photo taken by Shane Aweeka on March 1.

High-speed chase ends in collision and fatality

Shane Aweeka and Callum Standish
March 1, 2024
Paul Belz laughs with audience member Joan Goodreau. Taken by Callum Standish on Feb. 22.

Bidwell park highlighted at museum book reading

Callum Standish, Arts and Entertainment Editor
February 24, 2024
A person ducks under the fallen tree on the Warner Street pedestrian bridge. Taken by Molly Myers Feb. 21

Pedestrian bridge closed due to fallen tree

Callum Standish, Arts and Entertainment Editor
February 23, 2024
Created by Ariana Powell on Aug. 28.

Wildcats ought to check out these autumn events

Callum Standish, Reporter
November 12, 2023
"Blithe Spirit" flyer courtesy Chico State Theatre.

Chico State Theatre premieres ‘Blithe Spirit’

Callum Standish, Reporter
November 8, 2023

Protestors urge for cease-fire in Gaza

Molly Myers, Milca Elvira Chacon, and Callum Standish
November 8, 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. 22. Based photos from Adobe Stock.

31 days of horror: ‘Cult classics’

Callum Standish and Ariana Powell
October 22, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Aug. 28.

A week full of Chico State Halloween activities

Callum Standish, Reporter
October 22, 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, with base photos from Adobe Express, on Oct. 6.

31 days of horror: ‘Horror-lite’

Ariana Powell and Callum Standish
October 8, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Aug. 28.

Clear your schedule for Chico State events

Callum Standish, Reporter
October 2, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Sept. 27.

31 days of horror: ‘Monsters and magic’

Ariana Powell and Callum Standish
October 1, 2023
The cast of “Dr. Faustus” takes a triumphant bow after their first performance.

Theatre Arts Club pulls off one day play

Callum Standish, Reporter
September 26, 2023
Created by Ariana Powell on Aug. 28.

Save the dates for this week’s events

Callum Standish, Reporter
September 11, 2023
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