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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Natalie Hanson

Natalie Hanson, Editor-in-Chief

Editor-in-Chief, Spring and Fall 2019. Former Arts & Entertainment editor, Breaking News editor and reporter.

All content by Natalie Hanson
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Woman is assaulted by a student in Meriam Library

Natalie Hanson
October 29, 2017

University Police DepartmentCall Type: Petty TheftMonday 9:18 a.m., Tehama HallMoney was stolen from a fundraiser.Call Type: Suspicious CircumstanceMonday 4:52 p.m., Holt StationMan with plastic water...

Pet safety tips given on Halloween. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Local shelter provides tips for pet safety on Halloween

Natalie Hanson
October 27, 2017

Chico Animal Shelter reminds pet owners about animal safety during the Halloween holiday. Halloween can be a fun time for all but can be a frightening and dangerous time of year for pets. There are...

Chico Police sends out a saftey message for Halloween weekend. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Chico Police advise caution over Halloween weekend

Natalie Hanson
October 27, 2017

The city of Chico will be enforcing special regulations over this holiday weekend in the interest of public safety. Halloween weekend is expected to be busier than usual. Chico Police will take a proactive...

Battling a culture of Harvey Weinsteins

Natalie Hanson
October 26, 2017

The #Metoo campaign exploded on social media recently in response to the sexual assault allegations against Harvey Weinstein. As more and more actresses and well-known women come forward against Weinstein,...

Carter will retire from the CCLC Dec 31. Courtesy of Jason Halley.

Cross Cultural Leadership Center’s founder is to retire this semester

Natalie Hanson
October 24, 2017

The Cross-Cultural Leadership Center founder is to retire in December. Charles "CC" Carter, who founded the CCLC in 2008, will retire effective Dec. 31. He was first hired by Chico State in 1980...

Students raise money over Greek Week to give back to fellow Wildcats. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Chico State’s Greek community raises money for students in need

Natalie Hanson
October 24, 2017

Chico State’s Greek community raised funds for the Chico Cares Campaign.Campus fraternities and sororities used Greek Week, from Oct. 9 to Oct. 13, to raise money for fellow students affected by...

Sonoma State will reopen on Wednesday. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Sonoma State to reopen campus after fires

Natalie Hanson
October 17, 2017

Sonoma State University plans for many faculty and staff to return on Tuesday.After wildfires raged through Napa and Sonoma counties last week, the campus is expected to fully reopen by Wednesday. "While...

A woman was beaten and robbed near Highway 32 on Monday near 7th and Walnut Street. Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

Woman assaulted and robbed near campus

Natalie Hanson
October 15, 2017

Chico Police are investigating the assault and robbery of a woman in the area of West 7th and Walnut Streets Monday.According to the Chico Police Department, the 20-year-old victim was assaulted by a male...

Chico State fraternity is accused of vandalising on campground. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Fraternity Pi Kappa Alpha pleads guilty to vandalism charges

Christian Solis and Natalie Hanson
October 12, 2017

Chico State fraternity Pi Kappa Alpha pleaded guilty in federal court on Tuesday to vandalism of a campground in Tehama County.The incident was reported on April 28, when Tehama County Sheriffs got a call...

Letters To: Transfer Students

Natalie Hanson
October 12, 2017

There used to be a stigma attached to starting your college life at a community college. You could argue there still is one. The pressure in high school was all about latching onto a four-year college...

The areas affected may qualify to receive federal funding. Image screenshot.

President Trump declares major disaster for California; Federal funding available

Natalie Hanson
October 11, 2017

President Trump has approved a declaration of major disaster due to widespread fires in California.The Federal Emergency Management Agency will assist state, tribal and local recovery efforts. Funding...

Many areas were affected due to multiple fires, leading to evacuations. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Wild fires force local evacuations in Butte County

Natalie Hanson
October 9, 2017

Cal Fire called for evacuations in response to a wide spread fire near Oroville Sunday night.The Cherokee Road and Zonalea Lane fire spread to Hwy 70. Evacuation orders were called for:-The west side of...

This years Parade of Lights was themed on books. Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

Chico community sparkles in electric light parade

Natalie Hanson
October 8, 2017

The 28th annual Parade of Lights spotlighted Chico's past and present heritage on Saturday night.   This year's theme was Magical Adventures in Books. Floats for over 50 businesses and organizations...

Photo credit: Miles Huffman

Sleeping man almost rolls from curb into Esplanade traffic

Natalie Hanson
October 6, 2017

Chico Police DepartmentCall Type: Transient ProblemMonday 6:58 a.m., Bidwell Manor ApartmentsMan sleeping in bushes close to curb at Esplanade, almost rolled into traffic while asleep.Call Type: DisturbanceMonday...

Award-winning drug sniffing K-9 officer, Pax. Courtesy image of The Chico Police Department.

Chico K-9 assists in drug and weapons bust

Natalie Hanson
October 3, 2017

A routine traffic stop led to a drug bust for the award-winning Chico Police Department K-9 member, Pax. According to a press release from the Chico Police Department, on Sept. 14 around 8 p.m., a Chico...

The life of Kristina Chesterman was spotlighted at the event. Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

‘Remembering Kristina Chesterman’ spotlights safety awareness

Natalie Hanson
October 2, 2017

Members of the Chico Police Department and emergency responders came to campus to discuss awareness for drunk driving and bicycle safety Monday. "Remembering Kristina Chesterman" is part of an effort...

Photo credit: Miles Huffman

Man forgot his bike inside Safeway after rushing out mad

Natalie Hanson
October 1, 2017

Chico Police DepartmentCall Type: DisruptionMonday 6:24 a.m., East AvenueMale being disruptive inside of Safeway was asked to leave. He rushed out of the store and left his bike. Ran behind the business,...

Jeans after weight loss

Embracing who you are

Natalie Hanson
October 1, 2017

Whether you’re new to college or on the way out, having a healthy body image can be the best tool for success. Demands are high, and you need to be at your best. Statistically, it’s harder than...

Nicole Yashinsky-Richey (left), Matt Bateson (middle) and Jimmie Cano (right) are students in the print club. Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

Student club financially supports undocumented students

Natalie Hanson
September 28, 2017

Chico State Printing Club organized to donate their work to students and faculty in support of undocumented students, Wednesday and Thursday.Students set up a booth for making and selling prints and tote...

Banned novels are displayed in Meriam Library. Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

Banned books offered to review at Meriam Library

Natalie Hanson
September 26, 2017

Banned Books Week is celebrated this week in Meriam Library starting Monday to Sept. 29. Meriam Library has displays on the second and third floors, listing previously or current banned books, and displaying...

Jaylen, a Chico State senior, helped create the free entertainment app ENT Now. Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

Chico State students create mobile application promoting non-alcoholic entertainment

Natalie Hanson
September 26, 2017

A student-created mobile application, Entertainment Now, encourages non-alcoholic activities and deals in Chico. The app is based on entering participating businesses, with time sensitive discounts....

Local band, Velvet Starlings, at Taste of Chico downtown Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

Community enjoys a taste of Chico

Natalie Hanson
September 25, 2017

Crowds filled downtown Chico on Sunday afternoon, for the 32nd celebration of Taste of Chico.Every year, Taste of Chico spotlights local and north-state area businesses. Restaurants, apparel and boutiques,...

The flu vaccine is free to students and will be cost effective to faculty and staff. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Flu shots available on campus

Natalie Hanson
September 21, 2017

A free influenza vaccine clinic will be open to students starting next week.Embed from Getty ImagesThe clinic will be located in the breezeway outside of Meriam Library, from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sept 26 and...

John Reid, acting police chief for the Chico State campus, standing in front of the university police department building. Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

There’s a new chief in charge, for now

Natalie Hanson and Hannah Yeager
September 20, 2017

As of two weeks ago, Chico State hired its third acting police chief in a month, but he has made it clear he isn't here to stay. Lt. Corinne Beck has been replaced by John Reid as the interim police...

Award winning author, Matt Richtel, will be visiting Chico  and sharing his book to the community. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Pulitzer prize winning author, visits Chico for Book in Common

Natalie Hanson
September 18, 2017

Students and the Chico community are invited to the kickoff event for this year's community book, A Deadly Wandering by Matt Richtel . The free event will take place on Thursday from 6 to 7 p.m., on...

The table at Tres Hombres where a Chico man claims his phone was almost stolen. Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

Man claims attempted phone theft in downtown Chico

Natalie Hanson
September 17, 2017

A Chico man claims his phone was nearly stolen as he ate lunch downtown, on Aug. 24.JD Elam was eating lunch at Tres Hombres in the outdoor patio seating area when a group of what appeared to be homeless...

Events will be offered for students during Hispanic Heritage month. Photo credit: Cameron O'Brien

Chico State celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Natalie Hanson
September 16, 2017

National Hispanic Heritage Month will be celebrated on campus with a variety of events, starting Friday to Oct. 19.This month is intended to commemorate Latino and Hispanic heritage, achievements, and...

Chico State is known as a highly ranked university nationwide

Natalie Hanson
September 13, 2017

Chico State has once again received top ranked recognition in the nation's public universitiesEmbed from Getty ImagesU.S. News ranked the college No. 8 in the Top Public Schools list in the West Region...

The Tau Gamma fraternity house, where a shooting took place. Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

Police investigate Labor Day shooting at fraternity house

Natalie Hanson
September 11, 2017

Shooting at Chico State Fraternity house was reported and remains under investigation.According to Chico Police, a shooting occurred over the Labor Day weekend at the Tau Gamma Theta Fraternity House....

Signs calling for justice for Palestinians Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

Protest on campus calls for peace in Palestine

Natalie Hanson
September 11, 2017

A protest of the Israel occupation took place on campus, Monday noon. As a poster sale went on outside the Wildcat Store, just several blocks down the campus the Chico Palestine Action Group was protesting....

Booths and food stands outside the new Arts and Humanities building.

Chico World Music Festival returns to campus

Natalie Hanson
September 11, 2017

Booths and food stands outside the new Arts and Humanities building.

Multiple proposals have attempted to make California several different states.

Division of California Once Again Open For Debate

Natalie Hanson
September 8, 2017

Could California actually be divided into multiple states? This is three years after Draper’s 2014 proposal for six Californias. The required number of signatures was never met to place the measure...

Trump administration approves to rescind the student Dream Act. Photo credit: Sean Martens

DACA decision affects students

Natalie Hanson
September 5, 2017

The Trump administration announced, Tuesday, that the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals will be rescinded. The White House will give Congress six months to decide whether the program, which protects...

Hutchinson sent out a campus wide email in regards to DACA students. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Chico State supports DACA students

Natalie Hanson
September 2, 2017

Chico State awaits action from the White House on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. According to a press release from President Hutchinson, the college will continue to support all...

The State of California creates new law. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Travel Ban applied to Chico State employees

Natalie Hanson
August 29, 2017

Four states were added to the list of states banned for travel under California state law.Due to a prohibition in California's Assembly Bill 1887, a list of states exists which bans travel, for employees...

A model representation of the area where the Siskiyou Replacement Building Project focuses on.

[Photo] Chico State updates campus community on new science building plans

August 29, 2017

A model representation of the area where the Siskiyou Replacement Building Project focuses on.

The fallen tree trapped a woman waiting for her grandchild after school. Photo credit: Natalie Hanson

Falling tree crushes car; woman trapped inside

Natalie Hanson
August 24, 2017

A falling tree trapped a woman in her car waiting by Chapman School Thursday afternoon.Staff and police responded to 16th St. and Cleveland Avenue at around 2:10 p.m. The rotting tree crushed the waiting...

NASA Flight Engineer Randy Bresnik took still images of the eclipse as seen from the unique vantage of the Expedition 52 crew.

Campus and community gather to watch the historical solar eclipse

Natalie Hanson
August 22, 2017

On Monday students and the Chico community gathered to view the solar eclipse. The event began at 9:30 a.m. by the Glenn Hall Lawn and continued to the peak of the eclipse at 10:17 a.m. Peak coverage...

The moon passes in front of the sun during a solar eclipse from Ross Lake, Northern Cascades National Park, Washington on Monday.  Photo credit: nasa.gov

Chico State hosts solar eclipse viewing party

Natalie Hanson
August 20, 2017

A solar eclipse viewing will be accessible at Chico State on Aug 21. The Chico Del Sol event hosted by the university offers the opportunity to students on campus and the Chico community, to safely...

Garbage, lighters, pallets including over 30 cut down trees were left on the campsite. Photo Coutesy of JD Elam

PIKE fraternities no-show to federal court

Natalie Hanson
August 19, 2017

Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity remains suspended after failing to appear at district court in Redding.The fraternity was summoned after allegations of littering and cutting down dozens of trees in the Deer...