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Wyatt Alpert, News Editor

Wyatt Alpert is a fourth-year journalism major from Temecula California. He enjoys studying history and is aiming for his minor in the subject. Wyatt enjoys sports and is an avid Liverpool supporter he dreams one day to attend their matches regularly. He is looking forward to his second semester on The Orion and aims to be a regular contributor.

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Chico State student Hala Saleh holding a sign reading "FREE PALESTINE." Photo courtesy Hala Saleh.

Three Palestinian students share their perspective

Wyatt Alpert, Samuel Moore and Molly Myers
November 28, 2023

The Palestinian Perspective: Chico State Student Hala Saleh A 20-year-old psychology student with two Palestinian-born parents, Hala Saleh, wants to change the outlook of those around her regarding...

Palestinian lives matter sign being displayed Nov 4 at Downtown Chico City Plaza during a vigil for lost Palestinian lives.

Students called to walkout for ceasefire in Gaza

Wyatt Alpert, News Editor
November 8, 2023

A student-run community activist group will hold a walkout Thursday in support of a ceasefire for the Palestinians affected by the ongoing war between Hamas and Israel.  Students are encouraged to...

People gathered for an activity during a forest therapy walk photo courtesy of Blake Ellis program manager for ecotherapy.

Ecotherapy walks into the new semester

Wyatt Alpert, News Editor
August 29, 2023

Ecotherapy, a program under the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve at Chico State is back and taking on another semester. The program has been around since 2021 and was implemented to help students deal...

Police and bystanders gather information from security cameras above.

Mass shooting blocks from campus: Suspect at large

Wyatt Alpert and Molly Myers
May 6, 2023

In the early morning of May 6, a shooting took place on Columbus Avenue, leaving one dead and five injured. In a press conference, Chico Police said the suspect is still at large. The deceased victim...

Bullet hole in rear bumper along with the numbers 6,5 and 8 evidence markers.

Evidence markers lay near a white car with a hole in the rear bumper. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert May 6.

Bullet hole in car after the shooting early May 6 morning.

Bullet hole and police caution tape in the aftermath of May 6 shooting on Columbus Avenue. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert May 6

Evidence markers lay near a car with a bullet hole in the rear bumper.

Bullet hole in the rear bumper along with evidence markers. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert May 6.

A window shot out in the aftermath of the May 6 shooting on Columbus Avenue.

[Photo] Community shaken after Saturday shooting

May 9, 2023

Police and bystander near a car with the window shot out after the shooting on Columbus Avenue. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert May 6

Big group of people in colorful clothing man wearing hats outside in grassy valley

Adventure Outings budget partially restored amid student criticism

Wyatt Alpert, Reporter
April 15, 2023

Adventure Outings successfully rallied as a community to urge the Associated Students Facilities Committee at Chico State to partially restore funding to the program. The Adventure Outings program was...

Students outraged at proposed Adventure Outings budget annihilation

Alejandro Zepeda, Wyatt Alpert and Mawil Mateo
April 8, 2023

Adventure Outings, an Associated Students-run program at Chico State, is facing a budget cut to zero dollars, putting its future in jeopardy. The Associated Students Facilities Committee held a meeting...

People gathered in spillover room provided for todays ASFC budgetary meeting. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert April 7.

Spillover room with large attendance for the discussion regarding the proposed budget including zero dollars to AO. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert April 7.

Big group of people in colorful clothing man wearing hats outside in grassy valley

Adventure Outings faces budgetary knife

Wyatt Alpert, Reporter
April 6, 2023

Adventure Outings, an Associated Students-funded group, is facing elimination. There is a growing number of students who find this to be very disagreeable with Chico State’s mission of building community...

Owen Boggeln with glasses, blue collared shirt and a jacket over the top.

AS Elections: Owen Boggeln runs for commissioner of student engagement and advocacy

Wyatt Alpert, Reporter
March 31, 2023

Owen Boggeln, a second-year double major in history and humanities, is running for commissioner of student engagement and advocacy in the Associated Students general election. Boggeln has had the opportunity...

Wildcat esports team members stand with jerseys. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 22.

An emerging community: Wildcat Gaming aims for new heights

Wyatt Alpert, Reporter
March 29, 2023

The Chico State esports scene is looking to become an accessible option for all to compete in. Though there are many major steps before esports at Chico State is a fully fledged sporting program, the...

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Wildcat Gaming Lobby located in Whitney Hall entrance located on Warner Street side of the building. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 25.

Wildcat Gaming Lobby located in Whitney Hall entrance located on Warner Street side of the building. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 25.

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Wildcat Gaming Lobby located in Whitney Hall entrance located on Warner Street side of the building. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 25.

Wildcat Gaming Lobby located in Whitney Hall entrance located on Warner Street side of the building. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 25.

Wildcat Gaming Lobby located in Whitney Hall entrance located on Warner Street side of the building. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 25.

Wildcat Gaming Lobby located in Whitney Hall entrance located on Warner Street side of the building. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 25.

Wildcat Gaming Lobby located in Whitney Hall entrance located on Warner Street side of the building. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 25.

Wildcat Gaming Lobby located in Whitney Hall entrance located on Warner Street side of the building. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 25.

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Josh Little, League of Legends captain. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 22.

Josh Little, League of Legends captain. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 22.

Dylan Sanders esports team president. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 22.

Dylan Sanders esports team president. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 22.

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Gavin Tilles captain of the Valorant gaming team of Chico State. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 22.

Gavin Tilles captain of the Valorant gaming team of Chico State. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 22.

Cory Smith Esports team member smiling. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 22.

Cory Smith Esports team member smiling. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert March 22.

Jojo Murphy smiling before the interview took place. Photographed by Wyatt Alpert on March 9.

Jojo Murphy freshman sensation

Wyatt Alpert, Reporter
March 19, 2023

Jojo Murphy, a 6 '2’’ 180 pound guard from Piedmont High School, is Chico State's first men’s basketball California Collegiate Athletic Association freshman of the year since the 2001-2002 season.  Jojo...

Period drive supplies donated in the GSEC office. Photo taken, March 10.

Period drive supplies donated in the GSEC office. Photo taken, March 10.

Period drive supplies donated in the GSEC office. Photo taken, March 10.

Period drive supplies donated in the GSEC office. Photo taken, March 10.

Buttons displayed within the GSEC office during the period drive. Photo taken March 10.

Buttons displayed within the GSEC office during the period drive. Photo taken March 10.

Period drive supplies donated in the GSEC office. Photo taken, March 10.

Period drive supplies donated in the GSEC office. Photo taken, March 10.

Period drive supplies donated in the GSEC office. Photo taken, March 10.

Period drive supplies donated in the GSEC office. Photo taken, March 10.

Chico athlete competes in the hurdles.

Multi-event classic brings track back to Chico

Wyatt Alpert, Reporter
February 26, 2023

The multi-event classic took place this week to open the calendar year of track and field events for both the men’s and women’s teams of Chico State. The women’s team finished the heptathlon with...

Wildcats gym in cloudy weather.

Wildcats gym caught in cloudy weather. Photo taken Feb. 24 by Wyatt Alpert.

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Zack Nelson watching his discus land.

Zack Nelson watching his discus land. Photo taken Feb. 24 by Wyatt Alpert.

Butte College athlete competing in the long jump.

Butte College athlete competing in the long jump. Photo taken Feb. 24 by Wyatt Alpert.

Jordan Ausbie competing in shotput.

Jordan Ausbie competing in shotput. Photo taken Feb. 23 by Wyatt Alpert.