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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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All content by Michelle Manera
Orionite Michelle Manera at the Trevi Fountain in Rome.

Orionite Abroad: Tips for healthy traveling

Michelle Manera
April 23, 2014
Backpacking through Europe may sound like a dream, but not while you're sick or carrying too much weight.
Michelle Manera poses next to a street sign in Paris. Photo courtesy of Michelle Manera.

Orionite Abroad: Great expectations, unplanned experiences define destinations

Michelle Manera
March 30, 2014
The travel columnist experienced history while pursuing a picturesque French bookstore idea.
Michelle Manera walks the famous Abbey Road crossing. Courtesy of Michelle Manera.

Orionite Abroad: Stay calm and discourage stereotypes

Michelle Manera
March 18, 2014
Reminders of behavioral expectations abroad and tips for being respectful.
Michelle Manera stops at The Tea Cozy in Brighton, England. Photo courtesy of Michelle Manera.

Orionite Abroad: Dating your destination

Michelle Manera
March 3, 2014
Finding the right study abroad destination can be a tough but the daily surprises make it worth it.
Michelle Manera

Orionite Abroad: Maximizing mini trips

Michelle Manera
February 19, 2014
Don't be afraid to take side trips while abroad — see as much of the world for as cheap as possible.
Writer Michelle Manera travels to London for the first time and poses for a picture at Piccadilly Circus.

Orionite Abroad: Conquering culture shock

Michelle Manera
February 4, 2014
Not understanding is stressful, but the simple solution is to ask questions and keep calm.

Discussing the study abroad program

Michelle Manera
January 29, 2014
A look at one of the more popular study abroad programs on campus.

Orionite Abroad: It’s not too late to study abroad

Michelle Manera
January 19, 2014
The Orion's new travel blogger shares her experience with preparing to go abroad and advice to help students decide whether studying abroad is for them.