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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Mario Ortiz Jr

Mario Ortiz Jr, Staff Writer

What's up, my name is Mario Ortiz Jr, and this is my first year writing at The Orion. I'm a fifth-year student here at Chico State. I major in Journalism and minor in music. I love calling my mom, making music, ingesting vast amounts of caffeine, watching basketball, and chilling if I'm not writing. I can't wait to write for The Orion and learn skills that can evolve me into a better writer.

All content by Mario Ortiz Jr

9th Annual Chico Reptile Show

Mario Ortiz Jr, A&E Editor
October 19, 2022
"Neil Young, Heart of Gold" by Stoned59 is licensed under .

When Neil Young speaks, we listen

Mario Ortiz Jr, Opinion Editor
February 3, 2022
Sign in the window

The power of a good book

Mario Ortiz Jr, Opinion Editor
January 19, 2022
Me (Mario Ortiz) and my brother (Matthew Ortiz)

Brotherly love

Mario Ortiz Jr, Staff Writer
October 31, 2021
Student Health Center on Chico State's campus.

Who did I kiss?

Mario Ortiz Jr., Staff Writer
October 24, 2021
Album cover for "Last Lap Around the Planet" by Goaat Head and Beaar Box

The power of music

Mario Ortiz Jr, Staff Writer
October 8, 2021
Beers at local bar Oasis

Drinks on me

Mario Ortiz Jr, Staff Writer
September 25, 2021
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