The Orion

Six reasons for a six-state split

Zachary Phillips // March 1, 2014

Splitting California into six states could actually be a great idea.

Friends form tighter bonds in college

Julianna Eveland // February 20, 2014

Circles of friends in college are decidedly different from those from high school.

Focusing on personal growth in college

Zachary Phillips // February 17, 2014

In a system of education that teaches us that textbooks have all the answers, how does one develop their own identity?

Students of the airwaves: Chico State’s KCSC

February 12, 2014

Chico State's student-run radio station kick starts a whole new semester lineup featuring DJs playing indie pop, classic rock, soul, electronic, hip-hop and everything in between.

The four C’s of using profanity in writing

Valerie Teegardin // February 12, 2014

How to effectively apply profanity in writing.

Reading is a last resort of entertainment for college students

Kristina Martinez // February 7, 2014

Do college students even read outside of textbooks anymore?

Keeping in touch with family during college

Veronica De La Cruz // February 6, 2014

The importance of maintaining positive relationships with parents after leaving home.

Skipping class cheats students out of success

Julianna Eveland // February 3, 2014

Attending classes is an easy way to impress professors, please parents and improve transcripts.

How to tell a good roommate from a bad one

Veronica De La Cruz // January 31, 2014

What to look for when hunting for future housemates.

Making new friends in class

Valerie Teegardin // January 29, 2014

How to expand your circle of friends this semester