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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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A sign that reads “OMRON COLAB: This classroom & Laboratory made possible through the generous support of Omron Corporation. Dedicated February 10, 2020 California State University, Chico.”

Omron gifts $830,00 to upgrade Chico State’s Mechatronics Laboratory

Angelina Mendez, Staff Writer // February 19, 2020

Chico State’s administration and members from Omron Automation Americas gathered at Plumas Hall to cut the ribbon for the grand opening of Omron CoLab on Feb. 10.  The CoLab is a brand new collaborative...

Baja Club students working on their car. Photo credit: Julian Mendoza

Baja Club Stays Low in Plumas

Julian Mendoza // October 7, 2019
One of the places on campus that put engineering courses to the test.
Memorial planned for student

Memorial planned for student

Natalie Hanson // April 9, 2018

Services will be held for student Kyle LaForce this weekend, after his sudden death due to seizure.Kyle Joshua Harte La Force was a sophomore majoring in mechanical engineering. La Force lived with juvenile...

Alan Bond, outside the O’Connell Technology Center. Photo courtesy Sam Palandech, Chico State College of Engineering.

Construction management professor named outstanding educator

Josh Cozine // February 1, 2018

Earlier this month, Alan Bond, Chico State Professor of Construction Management, received the award for outstanding educator by the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of America.The award was received...

Photo credit: David Molina

Focusing on the right majors

Jeff Guzman and David Molina // November 11, 2016

The stigma against math extends far beyond the realm of high school nightmares and exams. One in three Americans feels anxiety when faced with solving a math equation, according to a study by the organization...

Butte College overview of solar panels. Photo credit: www.dpr.com

Butte students help create sustainable energy

Kayla Fitzgerald // April 3, 2016
Butte MESA students and what they're doing for 2020 emissions goals.
Niels Thomas, president of International Accounting Honors Association said that the accounting program is demanding. Photo credit: George Johnston

Students find success after graduation

February 2, 2016
Student clubs, faculty support and networking pave the way for successful students.
The physics department recently received an update to its technology in the form of lasers and optic systems. Photo credit: Allisun Coote

$130,000 award funds new equipment for physics department

December 1, 2015
The physics department is working to upgrade its equipment and recently purchased new lasers and optic systems.
Victoria Goernert, a senior civil engineering major (fifth from the right), has participated in the Steel Bridge Competition for the past two years. Photo courtesy of Victoria Goernert.

Senior Spotlight: Student engineers promising future

Nicole Santos // April 12, 2015
Victoria Goernert's passion for engineering has allowed her to compete in various competitions during her time at Chico State.
Kailee Delongchamp, a junior civil engineer, teaches the kids how to make a soup bubble. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Imagineer Day inspires young students to become engineers

Joe Silva // March 29, 2015
The third annual event hosted by the Society of Women Engineers gives kids a chance to learn and get excited about careers in science, technology, engineering and math.
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