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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

To be ethical and socially responsible is to care and think smart. Photo credit: Jaime Munoz

College students should be conscious consumers

Sam Rios // January 24, 2018

The consumption habits of current college students play an important role in the future of our society. College students need to find the vigor within themselves to become consumers that think critically...

The next Adulting 101 workshop will be held on April 14. Illustration by Madison Holmes.

Reporter helps students negotiate large purchases

Yoselin Calderon // April 2, 2016

In the sixth installment of Adulting 101, the Career Center, Student Life and Leadership, and the Chico State Alumni Association brought alumnus and consumer reporter Michael Finney, who currently works...

Illustration by Rachel Dugo

Tampons: Both a necessity, a burden

Madison Holmes // December 2, 2014
Some fear sharks, others snakes. For me, it's buying feminine hygiene products.
Illustration by Rachel Dugo

People place too much value in possessions

Matt Murphy // September 16, 2014
Buying the latest stuff feels great, but ultimately leaves me feeling empty.
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