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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem worked with ICE on a raid enforcement operation in New York City, The Bronx, Washington Heights and Upper Manhattan shortly after her appointment to her cabinet position. Courtesy: United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Photo taken on Jan. 28.

Recent ICE enforcement causes Chico State campus to issue new guidelines

Jessica Miller, Reporter
February 3, 2025
This story about recent ICE enforcement and its impact on Chico State campus is crucial to highlight his week because it addresses the pressing issue of immigration policies and the direct effect on student' safety and well-being. It is important for our community to stay informed on such matters to foster awareness and support.
The Financial Aid and Scholarship Office is open from Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Photo taken Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2025.

State financial aid deadline extends for students within LA and Ventura Counties

Milca Elvira Chacon, News Editor
January 28, 2025

The California Student Aid Commission has extended its priority state aid deadline for students within the LA and Ventura counties to April 2. This followed Gov. Gavin Newsom’s declaration of emergency...

Chris Sullivan started his term as Associated Students president in May 2024. The term will end in May 2025. Courtesy: Chris Sullivan.

AS President Chris Sullivan aims to ‘advocate, unite and understand’

Lexi Lynn, Reporter
October 21, 2024

Chris Sullivan, the Associated Students President for the 2024-2025 school year, is representing the student voices of Chico State. Sullivan grew up in Inglewood and attended a low-income high school...

Chico State Wildcats’ #21 Avery Pieri dribbles the ball through the defense in a game against Sonoma State Thursday, Oct. 17 at Chico State. Photo taken by Trevor Lee.

Wildcats women’s soccer settle for draw against Sonoma State

Trevor Lee, Sports Reporter
October 19, 2024

The Chico State Wildcats (4-2-6, 1-1-3 CCAA) returned home for a cold and windy evening matchup against the Sonoma State Seawolves (4-4-4, 2-2-1 CCAA) Thursday. The Wildcats took the 1-0 lead in the 32nd...

Chico State women’s volleyball team huddling after scoring a point in their game against Cal  State San Bernardino on Oct. 4 in Chico. Photo taken by Trevor Lee.

Chico State volleyball falls short in conference home opener against Coyotes

Trevor Lee, Reporter
October 5, 2024

The Chico State women’s volleyball team (6-6) opened their first conference home game of the season at the Acker gymnasium against Cal State San Bernardino (8-4). After dropping the first two sets, the...

 Chico State classrooms left without power. Taken by Callum Standish on Sept. 26

Power restored on campus, classes to resume Monday

Nathan Chiochios and Megan Gauer
September 28, 2024

Power is restored to campus, according to a university announcement issued by President Stephen Perez at 12:45 p.m. Classes will resume as scheduled Monday. Though power is restored, campus will remain...

Chico State Wildcats' Head Volleyball Coach Tommy Gott talks to the team during a time out as they play against Humboldt State Lumberjacks in the second game of their match on, Sep. 23, 2023.

Volleyball matches relocated due to power outage

Nathan Chiochios, Sports Editor
September 27, 2024

Chico State announced that this weekend’s volleyball matches will be moved to Pleasant Valley High School due to the campus closure and power outage. Students will still receive free admission with...

Some student IT workers have had their hours reinstated following what is being called a "miscommunication."  Photo credit: Carly Campbell

ITSS issues alert that WiFi may be offline after power outage

Nathan Chiochios, Sports Editor
September 26, 2024

While most online campus services are working as normal, the Eduroam Wifi may be spotty or offline in buildings without power, Internet Technology Support Services said in an email alert. The dining...

El Centro resource center is located in Meriam Library 161. Photo taken by Rebecca Gonzalez on Sept. 18.

Bienvenidos El Centro: New resource center for students

Rebecca Gonzalez, Reporter
September 25, 2024

El Centro has opened this semester for students to access academic resources and ensure a sense of belonging. They are designed to foster education and develop leadership for Latinx students. They provide...

An inventory search of Ames vehicle revealed he was in possession of a loaded firearm inside of a leather motorcycle vest.  Courtesy: Chico Police Department

Police: Suspect arrested after reckless driving causes crash

Owen Daniels, Opinion Reporter
September 24, 2024

A suspect — Michael Ames — was arrested on Wednesday on charges related to reckless driving and was later found to be in possession of a gun, the Chico Police Department stated in a press release.  Ames...

Chico State University Police is located directly across from campus at W 2nd And, Chestnut St, Chico, CA 95928. They can be contacted at 1(530)898-5555.

Man with wooden club taken to hospital on psychiatric hold

Anthony Vasek, News Reporter
September 23, 2024

University Police said they encountered a man early Monday morning carrying a wooden club on campus. Although he did not pose an immediate threat, the individual was making concerning statements during...

Chico State Wildcats' #16 Gwyneth Wentzel (right) spikes against Humboldt State Lumberjacks’ #12 Avery McIntyre (center) and #10 Lindsey McLaughlin (left) in the second game of their women’s volleyball match on Saturday, Sept.23, 2023 in Chico.
(Jason Halley/University Photographer/Chico State)

Wildcats volleyball drop conference opener

Trevor Lee, Reporter
September 20, 2024

The Chico State women’s volleyball team (3-5) traveled to Atherton Friday for their first conference game of the season against Cal State East Bay. The Wildcats fought hard in four tightly contested...