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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
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Preparing for the road to graduation

Preparing for the road to graduation

Dj Morris
May 15, 2015
A personalized guide to help the average student get on track for graduation.
Veronica Felix, a junior criminal justice major, spoke to a panel about her experiences being in foster care and overcoming adversity. Photo courtesy of Veronica Felix

Student inspires foster-care youth with uplifting personal story

Dj Morris
May 7, 2015
Veronica Felix shares her experiences in foster care to help people who have been through the same thing succeed in college.
Chico State alumnus Katie Morrill performs as Izzy in her original script, PiTh, an interactive play about a woman who travels through time. The play will be featured at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this summer. Photo Courtesy of Katie Morrill

Alumna to travel through time in Edinburgh

Dj Morris
May 1, 2015
Musical theater graduate Katie Morrill will debut and star in one of her original pieces in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August.
Prisca Ngondo, a journalism and public relations professor, is leaving Chico State after three years on the faculty to be closer to family in Houston. Photo credit: George Johnston

Ngondo bids fond farewell to Chico State

Dj Morris
April 25, 2015
Journalism and public relations professor Prisca Ngondo wraps up her final semester as she prepares to move to Texas to be closer to family.
Adrianna McCain, a junior communications major, placed first in her division at a speech and debate tournament this semester and will be traveling to Ohio to compete at the national level. Photo credit: Dj Morris

Student talks her way to top honors in speech competition

Dj Morris
April 4, 2015
Adrianna McCain brought home two first-place finishes from the Northern California Forensics Association Championship.
Michelle Malick, a junior psychology major, received a fake ticket on her car by some of her good friends in high school. Photo credit: Zach Aucella

Humans of Chico State: April Fools’ Day

Dj Morris
April 1, 2015
Students reflect on the craziest pranks they've ever pulled on April Fools' Day.
Courtney Hudson, a junior sociology major, plans to eventually join the Peace Corps and travel the world to spread awareness about human trafficking. Photo courtesy of Courtney Hudson.

Student activist fights against human trafficking

Dj Morris
March 28, 2015
The president of Stop Trafficking of Persons intends to spread awareness on campus and globally.
Trisha Seastrom, a licensed drug and alcohol counselor, was affected by her brother's substance abuse, which motivated her to help others struggling with addiction. Photo credit: Dj Morris

CADEC offers peer help for substance abuse issues, questions

Dj Morris
March 19, 2015
The Campus Alcohol and Drug Education Center opens up a recovery center and provides scholarships to those struggling with substance misuse or recovery.
Ashley Price, a junior mechatronic engineering major, used to be unhappy with her body but took steps toward a healthier lifestyle and says she feels confident now. Photo courtesy of Ashley Price.

Student reaps benefits of healthier lifestyle

Dj Morris
March 7, 2015
Ashley Price, a junior mechatronic engineering major, reflects on her journey improving her self-confidence.
Chico State professor receives human rights award

Chico State professor receives human rights award

Dj Morris
February 27, 2015
Susan Green has been recognized for her hard work, dedication and passion for promoting equal opportunity and social justice for Hispanic students and workers.
Alysa Kammermeyer, a junior public affairs major, has a foot in the door of the fashion world with her online clothing website, Mina's Closet. Photo courtesy of Alysa Kammermeyer.

Fashion-forward student launches clothing business online

Dj Morris
February 20, 2015
A Chico State junior plans to make it big in the fashion world by selling stylish and affordable clothes for women.
Tony Munoz, left, senior microbiology major, Katrina Cameron, Chico State alumna, and Steven Huff, senior math major, display their Valentine's Day spirit outside of "The Vagina Monologue's" table in 2014. Photo Courtesy of Tony Munoz.

Campus cupids crush Valentine’s Day norms

Dj Morris
February 11, 2015
Tony Munoz and Steven Huff plan to repeat their 2014 journey through the campus spreading love and defying stereotypes.
Diversity at Chico State

Diversity at Chico State

Dj Morris
February 6, 2015
Chico State students reflect on their experiences with diversity during their time attending the university.
Melissa Berndt and her group take a moment to rest during Wildcat Wilderness Orientation on top of the cinder cone volcano in Lassen National Park. After going on many trips through Adventure Outings as a participant, Berndt is now a trip leader who guides others. Photo courtesy of Melissa Berndt.

Adventure Outings trip leader shares outdoor thrills

Dj Morris
January 31, 2015
Melissa Berndt, senior nursing major, discusses her travels and adventures with a student-run group that organizes trips to local wilderness destinations.
Conner Wenzel (left) facilitates the transgender support group at the Stonewall Alliance Center and Ian Ruddell works as the Outreach and Education Coordination. The center is marking its 25th anniversary this year. Photo credit: Dj Morris

Transgender advocates support LGBTQ+ community

Dj Morris
January 24, 2015
Chico's Stonewall Alliance Center is marking its 25th anniversary in 2015. Two of its employees share their personal experiences.

MAC Night showcases diversity through dance and poetry

DJ Morris
November 14, 2013
Several multicultural student groups performed in a Multicultural Affairs Council event.
Tim Sain

Grad student earns $10,000 award

DJ Morris
October 15, 2013

Each year, every California State University campus nominates a student to compete for a $10,000 award. The System Trustees’ Award for Outstanding Achievement honors students who excel academically,...

Nicole McAllister

Spotlight on AS officers: Nicole McAllister

DJ Morris
September 18, 2013
Representative advocates for student voice.