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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
All content by Melissa Herrera
Mugshot of Martin Morales. Image from Chico Police.

Student, former campus employee found guilty of sexual battery

Ricardo Tovar and Melissa Herrera
December 9, 2019
During the event, students and volunteers gathered together to remember those they have lost in the past Photo credit: Mary Vogel

Trans Day of Remembrance Video

Mary Vogel and Melissa Herrera
December 3, 2019
Left to right: Choi Woo-shik, Song Kang-ho, Jang Hye-jin and Park So-dam star as the impoverished Kim family in "Parasite." Courtesy of NEON and CJ Entertainment.

‘Parasite’ is an introspective thriller

Angel Ortega and Melissa Herrera
December 2, 2019
Matt Damon and Christian Bale star as Carroll Shelby and Ken Miles, respectively in "Ford v Ferrari." Courtesy of Fox Movies.

‘Ford v Ferrari’ is a technical masterpiece, but lacks substance

Angel Ortega and Melissa Herrera
November 20, 2019
Eli (Charlie Shotwell) has a condition where he gets allergic conditions from the outdoors. Dr. Isabella Horn (Lili Taylor) claims she can cure him.

‘Eli’: great idea, flawed execution

Angel Ortega and Melissa Herrera
November 13, 2019
Willem Dafoe (left) and Robert Pattinson (right) star as Thomas Wake and Ephrain Winslow, two lighthouse keepers stuck on an island for four weeks off the coast of New England, in "The Lighthouse." Photo by Eric Chakeen (Courtesy of A24)

‘The Lighthouse’ is beautiful yet upsetting

Angel Ortega and Melissa Herrera
November 5, 2019
Volunteers displayed 86 tombstones for 86 lives lost last year from wildfires. Photo credit: Kimberly Morales

Climate change demonstration offends Camp Fire victims

Kimberly Morales and Melissa Herrera
November 2, 2019
Quinn Harris (Elizabeth Lail) downloads an app that tells her she has only three days to live. (STX Films)

‘Countdown’: cheesy and flawed horror film fails to deliver a scare

Angel Ortega and Melissa Herrera
October 30, 2019
Little Rock (Abigail Breslin), Wichita (Emma Stone), Tallahassee (Woody Harrelson) and Columbus (Jesse Eisenberg) continue to fight for survival in Zomebieland, 10 years after the events of the first film. Courtesy of Sony Pictures Publicity.

‘Zombieland: Double Tap’ is funny, but not much else

Angel Ortega and Melissa Herrera
October 23, 2019
Chico State taking advantage of their possession of the ball. Photo credit: Hana Beaty

Video: Chico State v.s. San Bernardino

Melissa Herrera
October 19, 2019

Video: Students reflect on the importance of ‘Queer Week’ events

Mary Vogel and Melissa Herrera
October 16, 2019

The faces of Chico’s LGBTQ+ comedy scene

Melissa Herrera
October 16, 2019
Zach Galifianakis plays as himself in "Between Two Ferns: The Movie," where he travels the country and aspires to one day become a famous talk show host. iMDB website photo.

‘Between Two Ferns: The Movie’ is a refreshing and hilarious comedy

Angel Ortega and Melissa Herrera
October 14, 2019
Both teams wait for the kick as the end of the game approaches. Photo credit: Melissa Herrera

Video: Chico State men’s soccer v.s. Cal Poly Pomona

Melissa Herrera and Wesley Harris
October 13, 2019
The board members showed their support and offered supplies, aid, and information about upcoming events. Photo credit: Melissa Herrera

The Painting of Butte Environmental Council’s New Interactive Mural

Carolyn Allen and Melissa Herrera
October 13, 2019
Chico State volleyball team in Acker Gym about to face off against Humboldt State. Oct. 5, 2019 Photo credit: Hana Beaty

Video: Chico State Volleyball v.s. Humboldt State

Melissa Herrera and Karina Cope
October 6, 2019

President’s Fall Reception Kicks off Academic Year

Carolyn Allen and Melissa Herrera
September 14, 2019

Throwback: Students enjoy Labor Day Float

Melissa Herrera
September 12, 2019
There is no doubt that Clay Vorhes is incredibly talented and this piece of art shows.

A Night at The Museum of Northern Art

Melissa Herrera
April 10, 2019

[Video] Students walkout for #ClimateUprising as part of a national movement

March 15, 2019
Jacob Meders giving an explanation to the crowd during his printmaking workshop. Photo credit: Melissa Herrera

Featured Artist: Jacob Meders showcases the art of printmaking

Alex Coba and Melissa Herrera
February 12, 2019
David Little talks about why it's important to come to community events like these. Photo credit: Melissa Herrera

[Video] Students and community members speak at 3rd annual People’s State of the Union

Gordy Papalias
February 11, 2019
Protestors showcased their signs at the 2019 Chico Women's March. Photo credit: Christian Solis

[Video] Chico Women’s March 2019 highlights Camp Fire recovery, indigenous advocacy

Kendall George
January 19, 2019
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