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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Jolie Asuncion, Opinion/Multimedia Editor

Jolie Asuncion is a Chico State senior studying journalism with a minor in photographic studies. Originally from San Diego, this is her third semester on The Orion as the opinion and multimedia editor. Her favorite subjects to write about include society’s influence on internet culture, technology, fashion, beauty and wellness.

Outside of The Orion, her passion for music and the arts extends to her bass playing and hosting a radio show at KCSC. Additionally, she works as a freelance graphic designer, specializing in album covers, poster design, and spreads. Some of her work can be found in female-fronted digital zines including Penny Magazine, Unfiltered, and Lucky Archives.

All content by Jolie Asuncion
Chico State's nursing program holds a flu shot clinic. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on Oct. 7.

Photos of the Week

Jolie Asuncion
October 7, 2022

A glimpse of the Chico creek after days of rain. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on Oct. 7. A group of students hang outside of Butte Hall. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on Oct. 7. Students passing the rose...

Graphic by Jolie Asuncion.

Don’t swallow the shortcut study pill

Jolie Asuncion, Opinion and Multimedia Editor
October 6, 2022

With midterms on the way, students are under more tremendous stress than ever. There's a great deal of pressure to study diligently. While some students contemplate sacrificing their appetite and sleep,...

Students and Hillel director braiding challah on white table

Photos of the week

Jolie Asuncion and Molly Myers
September 23, 2022

Lindy Howenstein walking through campus. Photo taken Sept. 21 by Molly Myers. Students practicing tricking, a combination of martial arts and gymnastics, at the WREC. Tristen Tern in grey, John...

 Lambda Sigma Gamma tabling during Clubtacular. Photo by Molly Myers on Sept. 13.

Photos of the Week

Jolie Asuncion and Molly Myers
September 16, 2022

Students purchasing from the poster sale. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on Sept. 15. Lambda Sigma Gamma tabling during Clubtacular. Photo by Molly Myers on Sept. 13. Caleb Ray and Bennie Ksiazek tabling...

Students testing out the new "relaxation pods" at the Chico State Well. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on Sept. 8.

Photos of the Week

Jolie Asuncion
September 9, 2022

Several students lining up to order burritos. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on Sept. 8. Wildcats walking toward their next class. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on Sept. 9. A student cycling in the direction...

University President Gayle Hutchinson plays Mario Kart with students. Photo taken by Sam Kyes on Sept. 1.

Photos of the Week

Jolie Asuncion and Sam Kyes
September 4, 2022

Chico State students utilizing the new gaming center. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on Sept. 1. The Hub hands out free snow cones. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on Sept. 1. A Chico State food cart worker....

George Peterson Rose Garden on Aug. 25. Photo by Carrington Power.

Photos of the Week

Jolie Asuncion and Carrington Power
August 26, 2022

Alpha Chi tabling outside Plumas Hall on Aug. 25. Photo by Carrington Power. Associated Students tabling outside the BMU. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on Aug. 24. Students checking out clubs and organizations...

I hope to live fear free in my womanhood

I hope to live fear free in my womanhood

Jolie Asuncion, Multimedia Editor
May 7, 2022

As a woman, watching our government debate whether or not women should have bodily autonomy scares me. The Supreme Court's impending decision to overturn Roe v. Wade is horrific and feels too much for...

Graphic of a nightstand with tissues, an alarm clock, and the sleep symbol "zzz"

Nightstand graphic by Jolie Asuncion

From left to right: Kevin Warren, Isaiah Brooks, Joshua Curls, and Malik Duffy. Photo Taken by Javier Hernandez.

Photos of the Week

Jolie Asuncion and Javier Hernandez
April 15, 2022

A student soaking in the spring sun. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on April 13. Chico State's Latinos in Technical Careers club hands out free snacks. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on April 13. Artwork hung...

Students and Community members check out the Spring 2022 Bike Auction on April, 8, in front of the Student Services Center.

Photos of the Week

Student ran clubs table on campus. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on April 7. A student reads under the Redwood in front of Trinity Hall, photo taken April 8. Students and faculty wandering around campus...

Board members Matt Tennis, Caitlyn Dalby and Tom Lando at the CUSD Board of Education regular meeting at Marigold Elementary School on Feb. 16.

Board members Matt Tennis, Caitlyn Dalby and Tom Lando at the CUSD Board of Education regular meeting at Marigold Elementary School on Feb. 16.

Parents and children held signs in protest of the mask mandate outside of the Marigold Elementary School multipurpose room on Feb. 16.

Parents and children held signs in protest of the mask mandate outside of the Marigold Elementary School multipurpose room on Feb. 16.

Chico State students walking toward the Arts and Humanities building. Photo taken by Jolie Asuncion on February 2, 2022.

Chico State students walking toward the Arts and Humanities building. Photo taken by Jolie Asuncion on February 2, 2022.

Chico State student walking to class outside of the Performing Arts center. Photo taken by Jolie Asuncion on February 2, 2022.

Chico State student walking to class outside of the Performing Arts center. Photo taken by Jolie Asuncion on February 2, 2022.

Students walking to class at Chico State. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on February 2, 2022.

Students walking to class at Chico State. Photo by Jolie Asuncion on February 2, 2022.

Students exploring the new and upcoming events from clubs on campus. Taken by Jolie Asuncion on Jan. 24.

Students exploring the new and upcoming events from clubs on campus. Taken by Jolie Asuncion on Jan. 24.

Students walking along the plaza of the Chico State Campus on the first day of classes.

Students walking along the plaza of the Chico State Campus on the first day of classes. Taken by Jolie Asuncion on Jan. 24.

The stage of Chico Unplugged.

Turn it up at ‘Chico Unplugged!’

Jolie Asuncion, Social Media Editor
November 15, 2021

Madison Bear Garden was packed on Nov. 9 after “Chico Unplugged,” the annual acoustic singer-songwriter competition held by Chico State’s School of the Arts. The second event will take place on...

Artwork by Jolie Asuncion.

10 essential alternative albums for the fall

Jolie Asuncion, Social media editor
October 12, 2021

The weather is colder, the leaves are brown and the sun sets earlier. From the classics to newer releases, here are 10 albums to listen to. 10.) “Cherry Peel," Of Montreal (1999)Known as the band’s...

Tehama Hall. Photo by Jolie Asuncion.

KCSC: out of the basement, onto new beginnings

Jolie Asuncion, Social media editor
October 7, 2021

Since the pandemic, KCSC Radio has moved out of the basement located in the Bell Memorial Union. The Chico State student-run radio station is starting fresh, undergoing new changes during this fall.  Radio...