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  • The student Health Center is located on the intersection of Ivy and Legion. Photo by Jason Halley. Taken May 1, 2023.

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    Chico State warns of potential tuberculosis case on campus

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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

  • Jan. 26, 2005 printed issue of The Orion with the headline “Drinking nearly cost pledge’s life.” The article discusses investigations of Chico State’s Sigma Chi fraternity after a pledge nearly died from alcohol consumption. Accessed through The Orion Archives on April 13.

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

  • “Flaming Wedgee,” controlled by Heather Vo, melting “Drone,” a lightweight flying robot, in an early fight. Taken by Nathan Chiochios on April 13.

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    ‘Flamethrowers allowed’ at Chico State’s first Robotronica

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Ansel Elgort portrays Theo, a young man who was orphaned at a young age after his mother was killed in bombing. 
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‘The Goldfinch’ is visually appealing but lacks substance

Angel Ortega // September 30, 2019

Though this film has its moments of excellence, “The Goldfinch” is mundane and has its fair share of shortcomings. Based on a novel of the same name by Donna Tartt, “The Goldfinch”...

Robert Downey Jr. stars as Tony Stark (Iron Man) in Avengers: Endgame 
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“Avengers: Endgame” a monumental conclusion to an era

Angel Ortega // April 28, 2019

WARNING: SPOILERS! DO NOT READ IF YOU HAVE NOT YET SEEN "AVENGERS: ENDGAME"Exhibiting stellar screen-writing and outstanding performances, “Avengers: Endgame” is the perfect conclusion to the...

Jaynee-Lynne Kinchen and Roman Christou stars as Samantha and Chris Garcia in The Curse of La Llorona.
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“The Curse of La Llorona” reaps a flawed attempt at horror

Angel Ortega // April 21, 2019

Exhibiting one of the most flawed and uninspired narratives in contemporary horror, “The Curse of La Llorona” displays nothing original and is reflective of New Line Cinema and Atomic Monster...

Lupita Nyongo stars as Adelaide Wilson, a mother whos family is terrorized by their evil doppelgangers. 
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Jordan Peele delivers another instant-classic horror film

Angel Ortega // March 24, 2019

Although it’s not a perfect horror film, Jordan Peele's “Us” is an outstanding film layered with social commentary and symbolism. Adelaide Wilson (Lupita Nyong’o) and her husband,...

Tyler Perry stars as Mabel Madea Simmons in A Madea Family Funeral. 
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‘A Madea Family Funeral’ delivers dull attempt at comedy in typical Tyler Perry fashion

Angel Ortega // March 15, 2019

With a horrid narrative and writing style, Tyler Perry’s “A Madea Family Funeral” brings nothing new to the table and exhibits Perry’s consistently poor work ethic as a filmmaker. In...

Brie Larson stars as Vers, an extraterrestrial warrior from the Kree planet, Hala. 
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‘Captain Marvel’ displays an astronomical origin story

Angel Ortega // March 11, 2019

Though it carries some flaws, “Captain Marvel” is an excellent superhero movie with an outstanding performance from Brie Larson. “Captain Marvel,” the latest installment of the...

Rosa Salazar stars as Alita, a female cyborg, in Alita: Battle Angel. 
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‘Alita: Battle Angel’ is all flash but no substance

Angel Ortega // February 24, 2019

“Alita: Battle Angel” attempts to compensate a flawed narrative with stunning visuals. The film, directed by Robert Rodriguez, takes place in the year 2563. A cataclysmic war, known as "the...

Amandla Stenberg plays as Starr Carter.
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‘The Hate U Give’ is a forgettable drama

Angel Ortega // February 15, 2019
“The Hate U Give” is one of the most poorly executed pieces of social commentary in recent years due to its terrible dialogue and poor performances.
Emmet Birckowski, voiced by Chris Pratt, in The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part.
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‘The Lego Movie 2′ is much more than a kids’ movie

Angel Ortega // February 10, 2019

“The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part” is a cleverly written comedy with almost no dull moments. In the sequel to “The Lego Movie” (2014), the film picks up where it left off five...

Kiki Layne (left) and Stephan James (right) star as Tish and Fonny in Barry Jenkins newest film, If Beale Street Could Talk. 
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Director Barry Jenkins delivers another masterpiece with ‘If Beale Street Could Talk’

Angel Ortega // February 6, 2019
“If Beale Street Could Talk” is not only one of the best films of 2018, but it is also one of the best romances of all time.
The Favourite is a brilliant period piece

“The Favourite” is a brilliant period piece

Angel Ortega // January 31, 2019

“The Favourite” captures some of the best on-screen performances and exquisite production values this year. The film, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, follows Queen Anne of Britain (Olivia Colman)...

Left to right: Sakura Ando, Mayu Matsuoka, Miyu Sasaki, Kairi Jo, and Lily Franky star in Shoplifters
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‘Shoplifters’ manages to steal the hearts of moviegoers

Angel Ortega // January 22, 2019

With an incredible cast and immersive storytelling, “Shoplifters” delivers one of the most poignant films about family and love.“Shoplifters,” directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, revolves...

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