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    The Rawbar reinvented: classy and oceanic

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    Chico State’s annual Time Capsule Ceremony to take place on April 23

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    Chico State’s hazing history: pledge deaths, alcohol poisoning and more

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Victim statements compromise courtrooms

Matt Murphy // September 23, 2014
There's a time to be emotional. The courtroom isn't one of them.

Turning 21 years old isn’t that important

Matt Murphy // September 18, 2014
Although buying alcohol is nice, the 18th birthday is a much bigger deal.
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.

Coping with adulthood is difficult

Matt Murphy // September 11, 2014
Life is just chores, and I've never been good at those.
Illustration by Zachary Phillips

Too much tech complicates classrooms

Matt Murphy // September 9, 2014
More isn't always better when it comes to technology in education.
Illustration by Rachel Dugo.

Fear of missing out plagues students

Matt Murphy // September 3, 2014
The social media-induced phenomenon has crossed a dangerous line by affecting people's emotional states.

No shame in extra semesters

Matt Murphy // August 24, 2014
People should be less judgmental of those who need more time to graduate.

The price of cool in social media

Matt Murphy // May 12, 2014
Social media may be popular but its value isn't rooted in profits.

Pro teams provide a welcome distraction

Matt Murphy // May 5, 2014
The playoffs are the time of year we all live vicariously through our teams.

Old mindsets haunt modern progress

Matt Murphy // May 5, 2014
No matter how accepting this generation is, past generations are still discriminating.

Divestment vote might be meaningless

Matt Murphy // April 28, 2014
The victory of the vote to divest funds from fossil fuel companies may not produce desirable results, if any.

Sports stars get off easy

Matt Murphy // April 22, 2014
Society gives passes based on popularity and visibility.
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