Merri Shiger

Merri Shiger, Reporter

Merri Shiger is a third year transfer student and was raised in Chico, California. She is majoring in Communications, pursuing minors in sports media and photographic studies. This is her first semester on The Orion. In her free time, she enjoys crafting with friends, photographing important moments and reading.

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Honoring voices and tradition: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women speaker and Big Time celebration

Merri Shiger and Caden Huntley
May 8, 2026

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Week continues its education through two major events focused on awareness, community, and Indigenous resilience. A guest lecture from Dr. Vanessa Esquivido-Hernandez...

Raising awareness: Campus honors National Day for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women

Merri Shiger, Reporter
May 6, 2026

A day rooted in remembrance and advocacy, May 5 marks the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. This date was originally chosen to honor Hanna Harris, a 21-year-old...

‘Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People’ week begins with a call for accountability

Merri Shiger, Reporter
May 5, 2026

The opening event of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People Week set a powerful and sobering tone. It begins with a deep dive into Public Law 280 and its connection to the MMIWP crisis, hosted...

Federal Indian Law Panel brings legal insight and tribal perspectives to Chico State

Merri Shiger and Caden Huntley
April 25, 2026

Correction: The Orion made an error. Kim Relph-Smith is not a Native and is not a member of the Berry Creek Rancheria of Maidu Indians of California. A panel of legal professionals and a tribal relations...

Snuggles, sustainability and student Action: Earth Day at Chico State

Merri Shiger, Reporter
April 22, 2026

Students gathered in clusters, despite the on and off downpour of rain, laughter mixing with live music and the soft bleats of baby goats. Off to the corner of the larger event, a small group stood on...

Brewing something new in Chico

Merri Shiger and Arlette Valdivia
April 22, 2026

Great State Coffee is bringing new life to a popular downtown Chico location, transforming a former Starbucks into a locally owned café led by Alec Binyon and Jasmine James. With a focus on quality,...

Wildcats softball battle through rough weekend but finish strong

Merri Shiger, Reporter
April 4, 2026

The Chico State softball team faced a difficult stretch at home this weekend, falling in three of four games in a CCAA conference series against San Francisco State. The ’Cats showed moments of...

From newcomers to Wildcats: Chico State expands support for transfer students

Merri Shiger, Reporter
March 29, 2026

For transfer students arriving at Chico State, the first semester can feel like being a freshman all over again, but without the welcome events or built-in support systems designed to help students find...

Wildcats softball stun the number one team in the nation with two wins

Merri Shiger, Reporter
March 15, 2026

The Chico State softball team opened conference play in dramatic fashion this weekend, splitting a four-game series with the number one team in the nation, Cal State San Marcos. Facing the top-ranked...

Softball team kicks off season with five-game opening weekend

Merri Shiger, Reporter
February 5, 2026

The Chico State softball team officially opened its 2026 season beginning on Jan. 30 with a five-game tournament. The ’Cats finished the weekend with a 2–3 overall record, gaining valuable early-season...