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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Marianne Akre

Marianne Akre, Opinion Editor

Marianne Akre is a fourth year student at Chico State majoring in Journalism. She is originally from San Diego, California. This is her second semester on The Orion and is excited to take on the role of Opinion Editor this year. Outside of writing, she likes to listen to music, read and spend time outdoors. 

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Early voting started on October 6, with residents being able to cast their vote remotely. Photo taken by Marianne Akre on Oct. 29, 2025.

Proposition 50: Now is not the time to take the high road

Marianne Akre, Opinion Editor
October 29, 2025

Every once in a while, we witness historical moments in our nation’s elections. Who would have thought one of ours would be a special, gerrymandering election to escape the clutches of totalitarianism? California...

Guests were allowed to bring whoever they wanted to the show. Photo taken by Marianne Akre on October 10, 2025.

Queer Prom brings frights and fun to Sylvester’s Cafe

Marianne Akre
October 16, 2025

Music emanated from Sylvster’s Cafe on Friday, stirring up the gentle chill of the air, symbolizing the beginning of the autumnal season. Inside, an event celebrating those in the community symbolized...

The Feels album cover was designed by band member, Avey Tare.

KCSC album reviews: “Feels” by Animal Collective

Marianne Akre, Opinion Editor and KCSC DJ
October 1, 2025

Lurking in the indie experimental shadows of music, lies a band that has been around for decades, yet is able to timelessly keep their music refreshing, Animal Collective. The band consists of four...

Last year, a man spent multiple days on campus delivering an aggressive message of Christianity. Photo taken in front of BMU on Sep. 24, 2024 by Sean Shanks.

Political speakers on campus are driving us further apart

Marianne Akre, Opinion Editor
September 26, 2025

It’s another bright, sunny morning on campus. Students flock to classrooms, some running later than others. You forgot your headphones, but that’s alright, the birds are singing and the wind gently...

Donald Trump currently serves as 47th President of the United States. Courtesy of Owantana on Pixabay.

Donald Trump’s Instagram is confusing, unprofessional and at times insulting

Marianne Akre, Reporter
May 22, 2025

It’s always hard to watch old politicians appeal to younger generations through social media use, but Donald Trump takes it one step further with his bizarre posts. Trump is an anomaly when it comes...

Celebrations popped up randomly among the students waiting in the field as they found their people in the bleachers. Photo by Sean Shanks

Graduates from the College of Communication and Education accept their bachelor’s degree

Marianne Akre and Sean Shanks
May 16, 2025

White, airy clouds stretched over the stark blue sky and made the world look full of opportunity – the gorgeous evening matched perfectly with the palpable optimism of the graduating students. On...

Tumblr is a well-known social media platform that girlblogging thrives in. Photo taken by Marianne Akre on May 15.

Girlblogging is becoming dangerous

Marianne Akre, Reporter
May 15, 2025

Content warning: eating disorders, body dysmorphia Being a girl on the internet 10 to 15 years ago felt like navigating through the Wild West on platforms such as Tumblr and Pinterest.  It was near...

Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso’s new EP “Papota” is out on all platforms. Graphic created by Marianne Akre.

You should be listening to Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso

Marianne Akre, Reporter
May 15, 2025

When you form a band with your best friend, you’d never expect to be touring the world to screaming crowds of fans around the world that know every word to your songs.  However, the South American...

Coachella grounds are bustling on the first day. Photo taken by Pedro Apolinar on April 11

Coachella is drowning in expectations

Marianne Akre, Opinion Reporter
April 28, 2025

Coachella is typically known for its wild lineups and sweltering heat, however, it’s starting to garner a new reputation: overcrowding from influencers, too expensive and low-energy performances from...

Rodeo, a band from Redding, engages the audience. Photo taken by Maya DeHoyos on April 17.

Missed out on Coachella? KCSC hosted the next best thing: Chicochella

Marianne Akre and Maya DeHoyos
April 23, 2025

Hosted by the radio club KCSC, Chicochella kicked off just after 7 p.m. Thursday on Trinity Lawn. Students slowly gathered, with flower headbands and festival fits, often stopping at the Mi Taquito truck...

The Transit Center on West 2nd Ave serves as Chico's central hub for the Butte Regional Transit B-Line. Photo taken by Marianne Akre on April 11.

America has a problem: Public transportation

Marianne Akre, Opinion Reporter
April 16, 2025

Sprinting down the sidewalk, out of breath, the bus turns the corner and very quickly it vanishes. It might be thirty minutes until the next bus. That is, if it’s on time. The U.S. has focused their...

Radiohead’s album In Rainbows is a popular choice for students on KCSC Radio. Photo taken by Marianne Akre on April 10, 2025.

Radiohead’s ‘A Moon Shaped Pool’ Album Analysis

Marianne Akre, Opinion Reporter
April 10, 2025

“A Moon Shaped Pool” is Radiohead’s comeback from arguably their most disappointing record in their discography, “The King of Limbs.” It’s not easy for a band to make such a remarkable comeback...

Strawberry Dogz performs an original song at Selvester’s Cafe. Photo taken by Megan Day on April 4.

Musicology club hosts a free concert at Selvester’s Cafe

Maya DeHoyos and Marianne Akre
April 6, 2025

On a mellow evening, students gathered at Selvester's Cafe for more than just a coffee and study session. The Musicology club hosted a free concert, with local artists Sarah Good, Strawberry Dogz and Popular...

The KCSC Valentine's show gathered a crowd at Naked Lounge — a venue that hosts a variety of live music events. Photo taken by Aidan Taylor on February 13, 2025

Behind the scenes of a student-run show

Marianne Akre, Opinion Reporter
February 28, 2025

Music lovers’ weekends in Chico are typically spent in a trance at house shows, coffee shops or wherever live music is being played. Thursday, Feb. 13 was no different– The Naked Lounge and Chico States’...