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The safety issue of the Chico State bike bath crosswalk

The safety issue of the Chico State bike bath crosswalk

Salahadin Albutti
May 15, 2015

The CSU Chico bike bath crosswalk is supposed to be safe to cross. However, over the last few years, a lot of accidents has occurred in that location, and a lot of students got injured. Thomas Gachis...

An Orion sports writer takes on a Chico State basketball player

An Orion sports writer takes on a Chico State basketball player

Salahadin Albutti
May 10, 2015

Nick Martinez, a sport writer for the Orion, challenges Corey Silverstrom, a Chico State basketball player, to a three-point shootout.Ryan Corrall can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news...

Photo credit: Salahadin Albutti

Join The Orion for fall 2015

Salahadin Albutti
May 10, 2015

What's your big idea? Be a part of the Orion and let's make your ideas happen! Apply now at www.theorion.com/about/apply Salahadin Albutti can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news...

Butte Environmental Council hosts 36th annual endangered species faire

Butte Environmental Council hosts 36th annual endangered species faire

Salahadin Albutti
May 7, 2015

People of all ages gathered at One Mile to learn about and support endangered species. Sasha Walters and Aurora Evans can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

The student perspective on Adderall

The student perspective on Adderall

Salahadin Albutti
May 5, 2015

Chico State students express their ideas on Adderall abuse around finals. Videographers can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Chico State International Festival of 2015

Chico State International Festival of 2015

Salahadin Albutti
May 4, 2015

The International Festival provides multicultural organizations the opportunity to showcase their culture to the campus and community. Jaques Vanier can be reached at [email protected]...

The Inaugural Chico Comedy Festival host over 50 comedians

The Inaugural Chico Comedy Festival host over 50 comedians

Salahadin Albutti
May 4, 2015

NXN presents the Inaugural Chico Comedy Festival. Fifty comedians from across the state came to perform at 8 downtown Chico venues. Jacob Bryant can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news...

Humans of Chico at Thursday Farmers Market

Humans of Chico at Thursday Farmers Market

Salahadin Albutti
April 30, 2015

Humans of Chico gather for Thursday night farmers market. Sasha Walters can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Momentum Dance Spring Showcase

Momentum Dance Spring Showcase

Salahadin Albutti
April 30, 2015

The Chico State Momentum Dance Club performed on April 25, 2015 for their spring showcase.Aurora and Christina can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

What to put in a bag before going on a vacation

What to put in a bag before going on a vacation

Salahadin Albutti
April 29, 2015

When you go on a trip there are always those “little things” you always wish you had packed, but always seem to forget until you're already on your way. Check this video before your next trip. Jaques...

Photo credit: Karsten Kaufmann

The Orion Promo

Salahadin Albutti
April 29, 2015

Promotional snippet for the Orion video department. The Orion Video team can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Incoming freshman get quizzed on Chico State facts

Incoming freshman get quizzed on Chico State facts

Salahadin Albutti
April 23, 2015

Future students get quizzed on their CSU Chico knowledge at Choose Chico. Ryan Corrall can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Chico State graduate student displays his culminating exhibition

Chico State graduate student displays his culminating exhibition

Salahadin Albutti
April 23, 2015

Chaz Martinsen shows his final exhibition "Maker" to his peers, professors and the general public. Aurora Evans can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Local Chico comedians talk about open mic night

Local Chico comedians talk about open mic night

Salahadin Albutti
April 19, 2015

Chico State comedians Neil Cotner and Eli Aloese express themselves thought performing comedy. Jacob Bryant can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Photo credit: Christina Saschin

8 reasons why you should choose CSU, Chico

Salahadin Albutti
April 19, 2015

Chico State great gym, CAVE volunteering organization, and the beautiful campus are some of the 8 reasons why you should choose California State University of Chico. For more info about Chico State visit...

Chico Peace and Justice Center

Chico Peace and Justice Center

Salahadin Albutti
April 15, 2015

The Chico Peace and Justice Center held its 34th annual Pancakes for Peace event this April 5th to raise awareness and funds for the center. Co-directors Aramenta Hawkins and Olivia Shmidt tell us more...

Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Writers at The Orion read mean comments

Salahadin Albutti
April 14, 2015

It's easy to make quick judgments online. Here is what some of our readers had to say about articles written for the Orion. Christina Saschin can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news...

Photo credit: Gustavo Ornelas

Designing sound in The Zone, a profile of Spencer Sargent

Salahadin Albutti
April 8, 2015

Recording art is one of the fastest growing current industries and technologies. One musician, sound designer shares his passion of the art with the Orion. Gustavo Ornelas can be reached at [email protected]...

Chico State's hard-working students express thoughts on balancing jobs, school

Chico State’s hard-working students express thoughts on balancing jobs, school

Salahadin Albutti
April 8, 2015

A glimpse inside AS catering students who work more than one job and are full time students, can you relate to the struggle? Jennifer Garcia can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news...

Chico Performances puts on Broadway Boogie

Chico Performances puts on Broadway Boogie

Salahadin Albutti
April 7, 2015

Chico Performances held Broadway Boogie, a community dance jam, on 3rd Street and Broadway. Aurora, Jennifer, and Ryan can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Photo credit: Christina Saschin

World of Outlaws race at Silver Dollar Speedway

Salahadin Albutti
April 7, 2015

The World of Outlaws races came to the Silver Dollar Speedway March 28th, 2015 Christina Saschin can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Photo credit: Salahadin Albutti

The Orion broadcast

Salahadin Albutti
April 2, 2015

Under the name "Wildcat Watch", We will be creating weekly videos of the previous week's Wildcat enents stories and sport scores, highlight and records. Sasha Walters can be reached at [email protected]...

Baby taliger at Kirshner Wildlife Foundation

Baby taliger at Kirshner Wildlife Foundation

Salahadin Albutti
March 30, 2015

The Barry R. Kirshner Wildlife Foundation has recently adopted a baby tiger and taliger to be part of its sanctuary. For more info visit www.kirshner.org Jacob Bryant can be reached at [email protected]...

Students answer questions about Brazil

Wildcats answer questions about Brazil

Salahadin Albutti
March 30, 2015

Chico State students answer questions about Brazil. What about you, do you think you know everything about Brazil? Jaques Vanier can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Coming Soon! Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Trailer: World of Outlaws sprint and dwarf car race

Salahadin Albutti
March 29, 2015

[metaslider id=44817] The World of Outlaws races came to the Silver Dollar March 28th, 2015. Check back for the full video.Christina Saschin can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news...

Cirque Mechanics took a place a t Laxon Theater

Cirque Mechanics perform at Laxson Auditorium

Salahadin Albutti
March 27, 2015

Performers inspired by steam punk and modern circus perform for Chico State. Aurora Evans can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Chico community gathered at one mile to sing the water prayers.

Chico community gathers to celebrate and bless local water source

Salahadin Albutti
March 27, 2015

Karisha Longaker calls out to her community to gather with her and create a flower mandala to offer to Bidwell Park's Sycamore pool while singing songs of prayer. Sasha Walters can be reached at...

Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Man Bun Monday is a new fashion trend

Salahadin Albutti
March 21, 2015

Art and entertainment writer, Marissa Iqbal Hakim talks about the new trend of man buns. Christina Saschin can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Chico State MMA fighters talk about their sport

Chico State MMA fighters talk about their sport

Salahadin Albutti
March 21, 2015

Fighters train at Stand Alone Gym for MMA competition. Aurora Evans can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Chico State student talk about CSU Chico logo

Chico State student talk about CSU Chico logo

Salahadin Albutti
March 20, 2015

The CSU Chico logo is designed to be interpreted differently. Students talk about what they see when they look at it. Alisa Thorsen and Jacob Bryant can be reached at [email protected]...

#DearMe is a new youtube hash-tag that encourages people to talk the younger version of themselves.

The Orion Vlog: #DearMe

Salahadin Albutti
March 15, 2015

Orion staff and Chico State student answer the question: "If you have a chance to the younger you, what would you say?"

Jake Kuykendall is ready for spring break. Photo credit: Gustavo Ornelas

Chico students go on spring break

Salahadin Albutti
March 13, 2015

Chico State student describe what they're going to be up to on spring break. Gustavo Ornelas can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Chico attempt to break the record of the longest concert ever.

Local singer/songwriter Julian Ruck rallies Chico’s music scene to break Guinness record

Salahadin Albutti
March 12, 2015

Local talent and event coordinator prepares for attempt to break the record for longest running multi-artist concert, aimed to start April 1st. Sasha Walters can be reached at [email protected]...

Day-to-day at The Orion

Day-to-day at The Orion

Salahadin Albutti
March 10, 2015

Celebrating the Orion 40th anniversary, the video section explored the every week tasks that the Orion staff accomplish. Jacob and Aurora can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news...

Local Chico skate scene was explored by the Orion. Photo credit: Salahadin Albutti

Local Chico skate scene

Salahadin Albutti
March 7, 2015

Chico State skaters talk about how they built their own skate ramp, and how it is skating in a flat city. Jacob and Christina can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Alfonso Cisneros, Chico State graduate student, shares his thoughts on box office hit, McFarland USA. Photo credit: Karsten Kaufmann

Former McFarland runner shares thoughts on McFarland USA

Salahadin Albutti
March 6, 2015

Alfonso Cisneros shares his thoughts on box office hit, McFarland USA, while also providing insight to the time he spent there, and how it set him up for the future.Karsten Kaufmann can be reached at...

Aruna 5K took a place last weekend. Photo credit: Salahadin Albutti

Chico State helps human trafficking victims by running 5K

Salahadin Albutti
March 4, 2015

The Aruna project helps people who are victims of human trafficking by promoting event all over the country to raise money for rehabilitation programs. Last Weekend, they had a 5K in lower Bidwell which...

The Orion turns 40 years old on March 10. Photo credit: Karsten Kaufmann

The Orion’s 40th anniversary

Salahadin Albutti
March 3, 2015
Chico State's student-run newspaper celebrates 40 years of hunting for truth and producing great coverage for the campus community.
The Orion celebrate its 40th anniversary on March 11th. Photo credit: Salahadin Albutti

The Orion celebrates its 40th year of hard work

Salahadin Albutti
March 1, 2015

Sasha Walters, a videographer at The Orion, a full time student and a mother makes a lot of effort to keep a balance between all of her roles in life. Sasha Walters can be reached at [email protected]...

Chico State students were asked to answer this question.

Students confess their most embarrassing moments

Salahadin Albutti
February 28, 2015
The Orion asked Chico State students to share some of their most awkward times.
CarnaBear Brazilian carnival takes a place in Chico

CarnaBear Brazilian carnival takes a place in Chico

Salahadin Albutti
February 27, 2015

Brazilian students brought a little taste of the traditional Brazilian carnival to Chico. Jacques Vanier can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Snowboarders compete in Soul id's rail jam competition in Downtown Chico. Photo credit Trevor Ryan

Boarders and skiers shred at Soul id Rail Jam

Salahadin Albutti
February 24, 2015

800 cubic feet of snow was brought from Lassen National Park to the CityPlaza in downtown Chico for the Soul id Rail Jam. Karsten, Ryan, and Gustavo can be reached at [email protected]...

George Johnston, The Orion photographer, expresses his opinion on 50 Shades of Grey.

The Orion Vlog: ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’

Salahadin Albutti
February 22, 2015

Staff writers and Chico State students express their opinions about the movie 50 Shades of Grey, an American drama film based on British author E.L. James' best selling novel. If you want to be a part...

Vagina Monologues  were held last weekend.

Local Chico actresses perform in ‘Vagina Monologues’

Salahadin Albutti
February 20, 2015

Local actresses perform "The Vagina Monologues," a play celebrating women's sexuality and strength. Aurora Evans can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.

Fuego en was held on Tuesday Feb. 17th. Photo credit: Christina Saschin

WREC en fuego heats up the dance floor

Salahadin Albutti
February 18, 2015

WREC en fuego is a dance event where fuego group exercise instructors lead an hour and half session on the basketball court with a DJ Christina Saschin can be reached at [email protected] or...

John Klezmer performs at Chico Unplugged. Photo credit: Karsten Kaufmann

Chico Unplugged provides outlet for acoustic songwriters

Salahadin Albutti
February 17, 2015

Sota production hosted their 2nd out of 3 installments of the acoustic singer songwriter competition, Chico Unplugged. Karsten Kaufmann can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news...

Picture of Ralphie May

Ralphie May defends himself from bad press

Salahadin Albutti
February 16, 2015

Famous comedian Ralphie May clears up false Colorado news allegations while performing at the El Rey Theater in Chico, CA. Jacob Bryant can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news...

WREC group exercises programs keep flourishing

WREC group exercises programs keep flourishing

Salahadin Albutti
February 15, 2015

The Chico State Wildcat Recreation Center offers a variety of group exercise classes for all levels. Christina Sachin can be reached at [email protected] or @theorion_news on Twitter.