Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Bad news: Greasy food will make your hangover worse

Rayanne Painter // October 29, 2018

You’ve woken up with a headache, nausea and are somehow more tired than before you went to sleep. This isn’t a case of the flu or common cold, but rather a side effect of a few too many margaritas...

Marifer Martinez places the lantern she decorated to the lights string. Photo credit: Olyvia Simpson

Mid-Autumn Festival celebrates shining cultures

Olyvia Simpson // October 23, 2018

Glenn Lawn was lit up with many colorful, glowing lanterns on Monday night as the Cross-Cultural Leadership Center at Chico State hosted their first Mid-Autumn Festival. Students had the opportunity to...

Person struggling to fit into their jeans after a heavy meal. Photo credit: Dominique Wood

Freshman fifteen isn’t the problem, judgment of it is

Brooke Martin // September 25, 2018
Love your 'love handles'
The Market Place Cafe in the BMU. Taken by Alejandra Fraga May 10, 2018

Chico State considers bringing new restaurants to campus

Alejandra Fraga // May 10, 2018

Associated Students Dining held an open forum this Wednesday in the BMU to discuss the possibility of adding branded food chains to campus.Students discussed what type of food they would like to see on...

Photo credit: Diego Ramirez

A quick and delicious chili dog

Guillermo Felix-Alvor // May 4, 2018

Hot dogs topped with chili and cheddar cheese are worth enjoying. They're perfect for those barbecue summer days that are ahead of us. And the best part? They do not take a lot of time to make. Items...

La Salles Plate and flight during breakfast time. La Salles websites photo

Cheapest eats and drinks for college students

Nicole Henson // April 4, 2018
Chico is filled with cafes and bars that are constantly marketing to students to come spend their student loans at. We broke down the nearby places that have the best bang for a buck whether looking for relaxing evening or only have ten dollars in the bank.
Photo credit: Diego Ramirez

Taquitos make great quick, delicious meal

Guillermo Felix-Alvor // April 2, 2018

Chicken taquitos is a great dish to make when you don't have a lot of time to prep, but need something tasty and easy to make. Here is what you need and instructions on how to make these taquitos. Instructions: 1....

The exterior of Monstros Pizza. Photo by Grant Schmieding.

Monstros Pizza satisfies taste buds, sense of adventure

Grant Schmieding // March 26, 2018

Utter confusion, vintage arcade machines, old black-and-white newsreels, random hours, cash only, dim lighting, old newspapers, no menu and reasonably good pizza. If that list sounds good to you, then...

For a brunch day, Great Northern also offers a raspberry white mocha with whipped cream trim, and pastries such as scones.

Local coffee serves up caffeine kick and unique flavors without the guilt

Natalie Hanson // March 17, 2018
Three local coffee shops offer delicious options to skip the chains
This mash also makes a great midnight snack. Photo credit: Grant Schmieding

Start the day off right with this crispy, gold breakfast mash

Grant Schmieding // February 27, 2018

In the words of Ralph Waldo Emerson, “Tomorrow is a new day. You shall begin it serenely.” Without breakfast, my head feels fogged up and I can’t concentrate over the appalling and embarrassing...

Nicte created Tostada de pollo to share with The Orion. Photo credit: Nicte Hernandez

Easy quick recipe for students on a budget: tostadas de pollo

Nicte Hernandez // February 15, 2018

College can be rough, from balancing relationships, social life and classes on top of trying to stay healthy and not eating out every day. Cooking can be time-consuming but, here at The Orion, we feel...

Left to right  Kathleen Moroney, founder of the pantry, Dylan Gray, student body president, and Bob Mulholland and Mike Hawkins of Chico Democrats. Photo courtesy of Joe Picard.

Chico Democrats donate $600 worth of food for students

Gennisis Mendoza Cruz // September 15, 2017

Free food was offered at Chico State by the Chico State Pantry for students in need.A total amount of $600 was donated Friday, by Chico Democrats, to continue dispersal of free food available to the students."A...

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