The Orion

Cultural appropriation perpetuates racism

Megan Mann
October 28, 2015

Apparently I can only dress like Donald Trump for Halloween.

Donations create terror of tainted transfusions

Megan Mann
October 15, 2015

It's important to take every precaution possible to avoid tainted blood in transfusions.

Education hindered by overprotective parents

Megan Mann
October 4, 2015

Book banning has to be the worst decision in education.

Victims overshadowed by the bully

Megan Mann
September 22, 2015

Once again, an important issue has gotten lost in the midst of something less significant thanks to the media.

Single, been ready to mingle

Megan Mann
September 21, 2015

It's fun to be single after a breakup, but there's a point when you start to miss being in a relationship.

Senioritis plagues students approaching graduation

Megan Mann
September 5, 2015

Can I get a crystal ball over here? I'm going to need some help getting past graduation.

Pageants reign supreme despite Miss USA flop

Megan Mann
August 31, 2015

Give pageants a break; they're not as bad as everyone thinks.

Real World: Adulting

Megan Mann
August 31, 2015

Having to be an adult may seem like a far away nightmare, but it's a lot closer than we think.

Failing an entire class? Tempting but misguided

Megan Mann
May 12, 2015

While I admire a Texas A&M professor's attempt at being a hardliner, I think he went a few steps too far.

Dr. Oz: The medical version of Billy Mays

Megan Mann
May 5, 2015

Television's peddler of miracle cures may be a fraud, but I think ignorance is really to blame here.

Don’t touch my Tylenol

Megan Mann
May 5, 2015

Tylenol may be bad, but for some it's better than nothing.

Medical robots will never replace human interaction

Megan Mann
April 29, 2015

Sorry Baymax, but you just can't beat flesh-and-blood doctors.

New gluten-free foods satisfy everyone’s appetite

Megan Mann
April 28, 2015

Finally, some tasty gluten-free options that I won't gag on.

Online course penalty for riding on campus is ridiculous

Megan Mann
April 22, 2015

Lawbreakers shouldn't get off so easy when it comes to fines for riding bikes and skateboards on campus.

Clinton catastrophe

Megan Mann
April 21, 2015

Not everyone's excited for Hillary Clinton's announcement to run for President.

Why I’ll never take that dance with Mary Jane

Megan Mann
April 20, 2015

Yes, I'm completely ignorant when it comes to marijuana. And I honestly don't care.

Unhealthy food is the best food

Megan Mann
April 14, 2015

You just can't beat a nice meal of clogged arteries and questionable ingredients.

Easter plans scrambled by lack of campus accommodation

Megan Mann
April 10, 2015

I won't be hopping down the bunny trail to have Easter with my family any time soon.

‘Plus-sized’ perpetuates big issues

Megan Mann
April 9, 2015

Let's quit with the labels, shall we?

Censorship app harms rather than protects

Megan Mann
April 1, 2015

The new Clean Reader app tries to shelter young people by removing coarse language from books — a ridiculous concept.

Doing it all and not dead

Megan Mann
March 31, 2015

How I do it all and still manage to maintain my sanity.

People shouldn’t be attacked for religious beliefs

Megan Mann
March 27, 2015

The Duggar family of "19 Kids and Counting" has a right to express that they do not support same-sex marriage.

Genetically modified foods are nothing to fear

Megan Mann
March 27, 2015

Holy vegetables, Batman! Someone isn't afraid of GMOs.

Flag ban flap highlights misguided attempt at inclusivity

Megan Mann
March 18, 2015

I'm about to come riding in on a bald eagle, waving an American flag while chewing on a piece of bacon and go all 'Murica up in here.

Voting in A.S. elections isn’t just for weirdos

Megan Mann
March 17, 2015

Willie wants you to vote!

Delay debt dread until after graduation

Megan Mann
March 10, 2015

College loan debts loom over my head, but that won't keep me from living.

Good book hunting

Megan Mann
March 10, 2015

I'm on the hunt down after you, books.

Fearful of new food adventures

Megan Mann
March 3, 2015

I really need to start trying new things.

Forced to pick a political side

Megan Mann
March 3, 2015

I'm a woman and a Republican — and no, I'm not crazy or brainwashed.

Smokers who flout rules cloud up campus

Megan Mann
February 27, 2015

People who light up outside of the designated smoking areas are being disrespectful to the rest of the Chico State community.

Say ‘bye bye bye’ to boy bands

Megan Mann
February 25, 2015

Boy bands should have been left in the 90s.

Eduroam crashes and burns

Megan Mann
February 25, 2015

Why fix what isn't broken?

Date rape still a hidden scourge

Megan Mann
February 25, 2015

While date rape may not seem like a pressing problem anymore, it's only waiting in the wings.

Living with a heart condition

Megan Mann
February 17, 2015

Heart disease doesn't affect only elderly people. Our columnist shares her story.

School spirit is sparse

Megan Mann
February 10, 2015

Spirit, spirit, I've got spirit HOW ABOUT YOU?

Coming home but left behind

Megan Mann
February 10, 2015

The stigma about post-traumatic stress disorder needs to be eliminated so that suffering veterans don't hesitate to receive treatment.

No roommates, no problem

Megan Mann
February 8, 2015

Living alone has its perks and disadvantages.

Makeup lover and feminist

Megan Mann
February 4, 2015

My makeup addiction doesn't make me any less of a feminist

Dying with dignity: A patient’s choice

Megan Mann
February 3, 2015

The story of Brittany Maynard moving to Oregon so she could end her life in the way she chose has inspired several states to introduce right-to-die legislation.

Work study program needs help

Megan Mann
January 28, 2015

The Financial Aid and Scholarship Office fails to provide students with enough information and guidance about the program.

Andrew Garfield: the true Spider-Man

Megan Mann
January 24, 2015

If bae's not happy, I'm not happy

Middle Class Scholarship needs to stay

Megan Mann
January 20, 2015

Families that are above the poverty line are often lumped in with higher income earners and often struggle to pay for college.

Perfume wearers are assets to society

Megan Mann
January 16, 2015

People who bathe in perfume are only trying to do good.

Stop whining about spoilers

Megan Mann
December 15, 2014

Spoilers suck, but they're not the end of the world.

Suicidal students sent packing

Megan Mann
December 11, 2014

Universities are wrong to force students with suicidal tendencies out of school.

Lay off of Barbie, blame the parents

Megan Mann
December 6, 2014

The new "normal" Barbie doesn't really address the real issue with our culture.

Emergency blue lights need replacement

Megan Mann
November 30, 2014

Chico State students deserve a new, more effective emergency phone system.

Students need to respect their professors

Megan Mann
November 24, 2014

Professor Janja Lalich isn't the only one who should have apologized for her behavior.

Chico cops shouldn’t come with cameras

Megan Mann
November 14, 2014

In a college town, leniency is the best teacher, not the full force of the law.

Hating on animal testing is hypocritical

Megan Mann
November 6, 2014

Every American has benefitted greatly from animal testing.

Men, imagine the burden of birth control

Megan Mann
October 31, 2014

In my dreams, women wouldn't be the only ones living life by the pill.

Heritage deeper than appearances

Megan Mann
October 26, 2014

I may look white, but who I really am can't be seen on the surface.

Geek culture is a stronghold for sexism

Megan Mann
October 17, 2014

Take a seat guys, women can be geeks too.

Criminal Youtubers must be punished

Megan Mann
October 16, 2014

Sam Pepper shouldn't be able to make money off of his outrageous videos.

Sharing tables: it’s OK to say no

Megan Mann
October 10, 2014

There are plenty of other tables on campus, why sit at mine?

Comic nerd life gets expensive

Megan Mann
October 9, 2014

I'd need access to Bruce Wayne's bank account to afford today's comics.

Parking on campus is its own adventure

Megan Mann
October 4, 2014

The woes of being a driver at Chico State are many.

Mission impossible: Aim for 4

Megan Mann
September 26, 2014

The campus program for graduating in four years is completely unreasonable.

New Follett bookstore is a downgrade

Megan Mann
September 19, 2014

Although there are a few nice changes, the new Wildcat store is a disappointment.

Tapingo app slows down food lines

Megan Mann
September 12, 2014

Chico State's latest food app isn't as efficient as it claims to be.

’50 Shades’ trilogy based on lies, abuse

Megan Mann
September 5, 2014

Not only is "50 Shades of Grey" trash, but it's also bad for you.

People with disabilities deserve respect

Megan Mann
September 2, 2014

Disabilities don't make us any different, so why treat us that way?

Partygoers should respect local families

Megan Mann
August 30, 2014

Students can enjoy their college years, but not at the expense of their neighbors.

Internet challenge ignores awareness

Megan Mann
August 24, 2014

ALS Ice Bucket Challenge raises money, but fails to educate.