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Damon Gallegos

Damon Gallegos, Reporter

Damon Gallegos is a third-year agriculture communication and leadership major, in his first semester on The Orion. This native of San Diego county enjoys musical theatre, animals, public speaking, traveling, and shopping. Gallegos loves being in Chico, California and enjoys the opportunity to tell the stories of the wonderful people that live here, and hopes his journalism is a place where stories and news can be shared by many.

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Jack Pietro, Miguel Sueki run for the vice president of facilities and services.

Candidate profiles: AS Vice President of Facilities and Services

Damon Gallegos, Reporter
March 31, 2025

Jack Pietro and Miguel Sueki are running for vice president of facilities and services in the Associated Students 2025 General Election. Jack Pietro Pietro is a fourth-year student double majoring...

Elias Hidalgo, Gia Monticello run for commissioner of legislative affairs.

Candidate profiles: AS Commissioner of Legislative Affairs

Damon Gallegos, Reporter
March 31, 2025

Elias Hidalgo and Gia Monticello are running for commissioner of legislative affairs in the Associated Students 2025 general election. Elias Hidalgo Hidalgo is a masters of business administration...

Aparna Cheekatla, Simran Wraich run for commissioner of student engagement and advocacy.

Candidate Profiles: AS Commissioner of Student Engagement and Advocacy

Damon Gallegos, Reporter
March 31, 2025

Aparna Cheekatla and Simran Wraich are running for commissioner of student engagement and advocacy in the Associated Students 2025 General Election. Aparna Cheekatla Cheekatla is a first-year M.B.A....

The voting will be done digitally this year, so students can use a device with access to email to cast their votes.

Associated Students General Election is in full swing

Damon Gallegos, Reporter
March 26, 2025

The Associated Students released a sample ballot outlining the candidates in the 2025 General Election. The election will be taking place Wednesday April 2. These positions serve as the student voice on...

Yoga is a great way to recenter. Image provided by Pexels.

Stretch into spring break with yoga and art

Damon Gallegos, Reporter
March 14, 2025

Janet Turner Print Museum will hold a beginner’s yoga on Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to noon.  “Yoga in the Gallery” is open to the public. Students are recommended to RSVP through CatsConnect to...

Cards, representing a gift for a performance well-done, but on a deeper level a symbol of community and friendship. Photo taken by Damon Gallegos on Feb. 14th.

A love letter to Chico, CA, and the beauty of community theatre

Damon Gallegos, Reporter
March 11, 2025

I feel my butt hit the leather seat of my 2010 Toyota Prius, there is a sigh – signaling the end. I have slowly begun to plant the seed that it’s over, I won’t ever see them again. The smiles, the...

“Top Girls” publicity poster. Poster created by College of Humanities and Fine Arts Publicist Amanda Riner.

‘Top Girls’ to premiere at Chico State

Damon Gallegos, Entertainment Reporter
February 25, 2025

"Top Girls," a feminist play produced by the Music Theater and Dance Department and the College of Humanities and Fine Arts, is premiering Wednesday. “Top Girls” will be premiering from Feb. 26...

The menu of Lovebird Coffee has something for coffee and non-coffee drinkers alike, however does not include the seasonal menus. Photo taken by Damon Gallegos on Feb. 19.

Spring has sprung for Lovebirds

Damon Gallegos and Brynna Garcia
February 25, 2025

Lovebird Coffee announced the release of spring drinks: Tiramisu Cold Brew, Greena Colada and Pistachio Rose Latte. We went to Lovebird Coffee and tried them all, so you know what to get next time you...

There was one choreographed number at the end, and it was developed by movements relating to the monologues in the show by cast members. Photo taken by Damon Gallegos on Feb. 13 in the Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall.

Vagina: Don’t let it be a dirty word

Damon Gallegos, Entertainment Reporter
February 19, 2025

“I bet you’re worried. We were worried. We were worried about vaginas,” the opening line prepared audiences to see a show. A show that made me think as it sometimes felt like a Ted-Talk, and sometimes...

As the sun sets, a student expresses that silence is no longer accepted to them on Feb. 7 in Chico, Calif.

Push for immigration reform protest takes place in Chico

Damon Gallegos, Reporter
February 10, 2025

Members of the Chico community came together on Friday afternoon in the streets of downtown Chico to protest against the Immigration Customs Enforcement raids and advocate for immigration reform. The...

Chrys Bello, a volunteer at the Chico Animal Shelter embraces Meela, a dog available for adoption through the shelter. Photo taken by Megan Gauer on Oct. 19.

Chico Animal Shelter waives adoption fees for the month of February

Damon Gallegos, Reporter
February 10, 2025

The Chico Animal Shelter announced in a press release that it will be waiving adoption fees for all animals from Feb. 1-28. The waived fee will cover the spay/neuter surgery, current vaccinations, feline...

Seema Sehrawat’s official office photo. Photo courtesy of Lisa James, executive assistant to the chief of staff.

Seema Sehrawat to retire back to a faculty position

Damon Gallegos, Reporter
February 6, 2025

President Steve Perez announced in an email to campus on Jan. 24 that Seema Sehrawat will be retiring from her current position as the university’s chief of staff. Sehrawat came to Chico State in...

The set of “Nunsense,” a replica of a set that resembles “Grease.” Photo taken by Damon Gallegos on Jan. 19.

‘Nunsense’ opens to Paradise with laughs and raunchy fun

Damon Gallegos, Reporter
January 31, 2025

As a semi-practicing Catholic, “Nunsense” is something that is able to scratch the itch of self-aware hilarity that exists in every born-and-raised Catholic, and non-Catholic household.  If I was...

Common Grounds, an Associated-Students coffee shop, offers deals for Spirit Days. Photo taken by Damon Gallegos on January 29.

Chico State offers discounts for new Friday spirit days

Damon Gallegos, Reporter
January 31, 2025

Wildcat Spirit Days are taking place at Chico State every Friday. By wearing a Chico State clothing item, individuals can get various deals and discounts at various places on campus, including Common Grounds...