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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

All content by Daisy Beltran
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Tips on boosting productivity: A guide to a fruitful lifestyle  

Daisy Beltran, Reporter
May 18, 2023

  Productivity is an essential aspect of our daily lives, whether we are working or pursuing personal goals.  One benefit to productivity is that it allows us to accomplish tasks at a quicker rate....

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Technology in education: Is it helping or hindering students’ learning?

Daisy Beltran, Reporter
May 10, 2023

AI is starting to transform not just the way we think, but the systems and daily structures we operate on. In the education landscape, technology is rapidly changing.  Artificial intelligence...

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Narcocorridos: Glorifying drug lords or telling truths?

Daisy Beltran, Reporter
April 25, 2023

Latin artists are taking the music industry by storm and the momentum doesn't seem to be slowing down. Reggaeton has always been the reigning champ of the Spanish music genre. Yet there is another...

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Life beyond the screen: The importance of putting down your phone

Daisy Beltran, Reporter
April 24, 2023

Phones keep us connected with family and friends. They keep us updated about news, weather updates and help us answer our questions in a matter of seconds. But excessive phone use can affect our mental...

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Dive into flavor: The Black Wal Street Cafe

Daisy Beltran, Reporter
March 21, 2023

Dive into flavor: The Black Wal Street Cafe  Soul-food, fusion plates and quick-bites can be expected from the Black Wal Street Cafe. This underground business is run by Wal Riek, an entrepreneur...

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What you should read next: emotion and thrill 

Daisy Beltran, Reporter
March 1, 2023

  "What My Mother and I Don't Talk About" Don't worry, this book isn't specifically for those who have mommy issues. It's for anyone who wishes to gain insight into their relationship with...

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Mental health and messy spaces

Daisy Beltran, Reporter
February 27, 2023

Take a moment and reflect on your own personal space. Is the bedside table cluttered with random objects? Are your dishes clean? Is your bed made? Do you ever get stressed about your mess?  Making...

Pop culture predictions for 2023

Pop culture predictions for 2023

Daisy Beltran, Reporter
February 14, 2023

The year 2022 was a long and interesting year for us all. Wordle had us addicted, the Will Smith slap stunned the world, BeReal took a generation by storm and Messi brought the World Cup trophy home —...