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Chico State associate professor, Lindsay Briggs, poses for a photo. Courtesy of Lindsay Briggs.

Lindsay Briggs on multiple controversies stemming from CUSD board meeting

Ariana Powell, City Editor // April 19, 2023

On April 5, Lindsay Briggs, a Chico State public health associate professor who has a Ph.D. in health behavior and sex research, spoke out in support of trans student privacy at a Chico Unified School...

The green and black food truck, The Black Kettle, rests by the science bridge enticing students on their way in the direction of Meriam Library. Taken by Ariana Powell, March 29.

The Black Kettle: More drinks than food

Ariana Powell, City Editor // April 19, 2023

Low-hanging black drapes teasingly hide The Black Kettle food truck from downpours, bright rays and passersby on Chico State campus. Peering inside the food truck while ordering gives a hectic but...

Picture of Phi Delta Theta fraternity sign

More hazing investigations: Phi Delta Theta and Lambda Sigma Gamma

Ariana Powell, City Editor // April 17, 2023

Chico State fraternity Phi Delta Theta and sorority Lambda Sigma Gamma, are being actively investigated regarding hazing incidents, said Andrew Staples, Chico State’s public relations manager.  This...

The Delta Chi house April 10. Hours after having their chapter revoked the lights on their letters remain lit. Photo taken by Molly Myers.

Delta Chi’s hazing history

Ariana Powell, City Editor // April 14, 2023

Hazing is not new at Chico State. The latest offense comes from the fraternity Delta Chi. Chico State became aware of Delta Chi’s hazing rituals after an incident report form was submitted to the Student...

Student standing in hallway while holding book. Taken on Dec. 16, 2017 by Anastasiya Gepp. Photo from Pexels

Dear incoming Chico State freshmen 

Emily Russell, Reporter // April 13, 2023

The idea of growing up and leaving home to begin college can be daunting, especially when you're 17 or 18-years-old and navigating an unfamiliar campus. The pressure to adjust quickly to a new way of...

Tablets for $11 with free internet access for those who qualify

Mawil Mateo, Reporter // April 12, 2023

The center for Technology Equity And Inclusion partnered with Excess Telecom to give out tablets for $11.00 to anyone who’s part of a government program like CalFresh, Medi-Cal or is a Pell Grant recipient.  The...

A dark wood coffee cart sits at an intersection. A circular, cyan emblem sits attached to the middle of the front of the cart. Two whiteboards sit on either side of the emblem.

Cafe Muse: fresh, fresh, fresh coffee and tea

Ariana Powell, City Editor // April 12, 2023

Danielle Harris’ coffee cart Cafe Muse can be seen on Chico State campus when the sun decides to peek out from dreary clouds. The cart often sticks around the intersection of Ivy and West First Streets,...

Grey house on a cloudy day with a red truck in front. Greek letters in red on the house

Fraternity Delta Chi under investigation after hazing incident report

Ariana Powell, City Editor // April 7, 2023

Chico State Delta Chi fraternity chapter has been issued a cease and desist letter following allegations of hazing, according to Kendall Ross, interim director of Student Life and Leadership and director...

Photo of Sutter Hall Dining Room hosting the spring off-campus housing fair.

Chico State provides off-campus housing fair

Alejandro Mejia Mejia, Contributor // April 6, 2023

Chico State hosted an off-campus housing event on March 22, where students met with apartment and property managers who promoted their housing units to help students think about their living arrangements...

The bright red Halal Platter food truck sits in the Student Services Center Plaza.

Halal Platter: food with a smile, large portions

Ariana Powell, City Editor // April 5, 2023

A bright-red truck marks the spot on Chico State’s campus for anyone looking for large portions and friendly service. The Halal Platter food truck, located at the Student Services Center Plaza, stands...

Lulu Fatale dramatically leans back and to the left as she performs. A large purple flower can be seen in her black hair. She is also wearing red-soled heels and a silver studded bra.

GSEC’s erotic art show: drag, burlesque and art

Ariana Powell, City Editor // April 4, 2023

Hurricane Fran came out in a pink feathered robe and eventually teased it off while sauntering around the stage during Chico State’s Gender and Sexuality Equity Coalition's erotic art show on Thursday,...

Oscar Cisneros in front of a gray background, wearing a blue suit with a maroon tie.

AS Elections: Oscar Cisneros runs for president

Kaitlin Moore, Reporter // April 3, 2023

Oscar Cisneros, a junior studying agricultural business, is running for president in the 2023 Associated Students general election. Cisneros, who grew up in Watsonville California, chose Chico State...

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