Wildcat of the Week: Andrew Lopez
April 15, 2019
Andrew Lopez has been the definition of consistency in what has been a roller coaster of a season for Wildcats baseball. An anchor for the starting rotation, in 11 appearances for the 'Cats, he owns a 1.60 ERA in 50 2/3 innings pitched. Soft-spoken and humble, Lopez likes to take the trash talk, superstition...
National and local organizations provide safe spaces for child evacuees
December 5, 2018
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Patty Henry had six hours to prepare for her flight from her home in Colorado after receiving a call around 9 a.m. asking if she could be a project manager for the Camp Fire.“This was the fastest one [disaster] I’ve ever had to move on,” Henry said.Henry is one of the over 3,000 volun...
University Housing’s Diversity Week challenges students to step outside their comfort zone
November 6, 2018
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University Housing’s The Hub will host a multitude of events which covers topics ranging from gender, LGBTQ pride and religious holidays to start off the first week of November. Diversity Week events will be hosted at different resident halls and at The Hub to encourage inclusivity and openness for all studen...
Chico City Council Election Guide: Meet the eight candidates running for three council seats
November 2, 2018
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The Chico City Council consists of seven council members each elected for four-year terms. Three of these council seats will be up for grabs this Tuesday, during the City of Chico's General Municipal Election. Voters will get the opportunity to choose between these eight candidates. *The candidate...
University Police Department teaches active shooter response training
October 24, 2018
Students, faculty and staff learned about proper response techniques to maximize safety in an active shooter situation in Colusa Hall, Tuesday morning, during a training hosted by the University Police Department The two hour long training, titled “19 seconds,” refers to the amount of...
The Orion’s weekly newscast Oct. 17
Alex Grant, Christian Solis, and Alejandra Fraga
October 18, 2018
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On this week's newscast, six stories are recapped by anchors Christian Solis and Alejandra Fraga. The story headlines listed below are organized by the time they appear in the newscast. 1) City council candidates converse on Chico concerns (0:06) 2) Students learn about civic engagement during...
Students learn about civic engagement during Wildcat Vote
October 17, 2018
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Students of all political affiliations joined together in Colusa Hall, Monday evening, to learn more about politics, at the Wildcat Vote event hosted by the Office of Civic Engagement.Before entering the event, students were greeted by members of First Year Experience informing attendees about voter ...
J. C. Penney offers exclusive sale for Chico State faculty and students
October 12, 2018
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You don’t have to be Barney Stinson to suit-up this October. The Career Center has partnered with JCPenney to bring the Chico State community a private Suit-Up Event. The event will take place on Sunday from 6 to 9 p.m. It gives Wildcats and their families the opportunity to purchase professiona...
Lost dog found, continued elevator malfunctions and even more bike theft
October 3, 2018
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University Police Call Type: Welfare Check Wednesday 8:35 a.m., Performing Arts Center A male subject was found laying on ground with bike nearby. Subject was able to care for himself and refused medical assistance. Call Type: Battery Wednesday 3:46 p.m., Student Health Center A ...
New mental health training for Chico State faculty aids student wellness
September 24, 2018
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Within the past few years the demand for mental health services has surged, calling for college campuses around the country to develop new ideas to help students. Chico State's new mental health training aspires to do so as well. I CAN HELP Mental Health Ally Training is a new program for faculty and staff des...
