Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Honoring the legacy of Cesar Chavez

Alisa Thorsen // March 31, 2015
Chico State embraces the memory of the activist and the impacts he made by putting on events, reflecting on his life and doing community service in the spirit of volunteering.
Photo credit: Blaine Ball

How to navigate Holt Hall

Blaine Ball // March 31, 2015
Figuring out the confusing twists and turns of Holt Hall has never been easy — until now. The Orion gives advice on how to get around the building.
A timeline of Chico States presidents

A timeline of Chico State’s presidents

Claire Martinez // March 30, 2015
The Orion has created a timeline to share the history of the university's top administrators.
Katie Booth, a Chico State alumna and one of the founders of Loner Magazine, hopes to incorporate the best of both her acting and writing worlds. Photo courtesy of Katie Booth.

Alumna balances Hollywood dreams, writing for millennial generation

Blaine Ball // March 29, 2015
Journalist and actress Katie Booth chases career goals and dreams in Los Angeles and recently launched the online publication Loner Magazine.
Junior infielder Andrew Carillo up to bat against the Otters on March 27. Photo credit: Ryan Pressey

Walk-off winner for the ‘Cats

Matthew Vislosky // March 29, 2015
The Chico State baseball team won a game against the Cal State Monterey Bay Otters at home on Friday.
Chico Police and Chico Fire Department talk to witnesses at the scene of the accident. Photo credit Trevor Ryan

Fatal car accident on 7th and Chestnut

Lindsay Pincus // March 28, 2015
A man was hit by a car on 7th and Chestnut and was pronounced dead by Chico Police.
Junior golfer Dani OKeefe ended the Cal State Monterey Bay Otter Invitational tied at fourth place. Photo Courtesy: Chico Wildcats

Shorthanded Wildcats find success

Matthew Vislosky // March 26, 2015
The Wildcats had two of three golfers break into the top 20 at the Cal State Monterey Bay Otter Invitational.
First-year pitcher Haley Gilham on the mound during practice Feb. 13. Photo credit: George Johnston

‘Cats go 1-1 against Otters

Matthew Vislosky // March 24, 2015
The Chico State women's softball team split a doubleheader against the Cal State Monterey Bay Otters on Saturday.
Chico State first-year student Valerie Wong does drills on the heavy bag at StandAlone MMA gym. Photo Credit: Aurora Evans.

Students shed blood for love of MMA fighting

James Groh // March 24, 2015
Chico State students and graduates talk about what its like participating in mixed martial arts while also going to school.
Lee Litvin, center, and Tom Witt, right, celebrate a win with seniors Mike Rosaroso, Jordan Barton and Jordan Semple. Photo courtesy of Lee Litvin.

Team managers shore up morale behind the scenes

Breanna Barnard // March 23, 2015
The managers for the Chico State men's basketball team talk about their jobs providing unheralded but nevertheless essential support.
Senior guard Annie Ward, right, attempts a shot against a Cal State L.A. defender on Jan. 30 in Acker Gym. Photo credit: Catalina Friz

Q&A: Senior Wildcats reflect on time at Chico State

Dylan Wakefield // March 20, 2015
Athletes who just wrapped up their final season with the women's basketball team talked with The Orion about their experiences with the program.
Sophomore golfer Abbey McGrew drives the ball in a tournament at Walnut Creek Country Club in Mansfield, Texas last May. Photo courtesy of Abbie McGrew.

Wildcat golfer a rising star for women’s team

Matthew Vislosky // March 18, 2015
Abbey McGrew is starting to flourish on the course and is playing better and better for Chico State.
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