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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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The entrance arch on East 20th Street mirrors the one on Skyway. Behind this one, catch a glimpse of historic rock walls and land considered for development under Valley’s Edge. Photo by Heather Taylor on March 8.

New trail of thought: Harrison Memorial Bikeway on the edge of Valley’s Edge

Heather Taylor, Copy Editor // March 12, 2024

This spring, I will share some trails to impart new knowledge or perspectives. I hope you’ll visit them, learn something new, enjoy time in nature and leave with a desire to contribute to the future...

People gathered for an activity during a forest therapy walk photo courtesy of Blake Ellis program manager for ecotherapy.

Ecotherapy walks into the new semester

Wyatt Alpert, News Editor // August 29, 2023

Ecotherapy, a program under the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve at Chico State is back and taking on another semester. The program has been around since 2021 and was implemented to help students deal...

A skull rests in the middle of a metal circle with wires stretching out to the sides. Blue, green and purple colors are diffused through the sheers attached to the back of the shadow box. A small digital screen rests below the main center piece, it says "and dreams begin." Medium brown wood creates the box and lights in The Naked Lounge reflect off of the box's glass.

Zak Elstein: Artistic capsules and windows to thought

Ariana Powell, City Editor // February 22, 2023

Dramatic red lights cast a harsh shadow on a white, bleached cat skull attached to a chain above vertebrae hanging in a symmetrical manner. A crystal rests at the bottom in the middle, reflecting light,...

The Truckee River flowed right between the train tracks and the mountains.

‘Zephyr’ Amtrak from Sac to Reno even more fun and scenic than expected

Kelsey Ogle, Arts & Entertainment Editor // April 7, 2021

I recently took a train trip to Reno, Nevada, on the Amtrak for a vacation to celebrate my birthday. I picked Reno as my destination because I wanted to go somewhere with less COVID-19 restrictions, somewhere...

Aryanna Guitron feeds leaves to a friendly goat at TJ Farms Estates. Guitron went with friends from the group Christian Challenge to pick out a pumpkin for Halloween. Photo credit: Olyvia Simpson

Photo of the day

Olyvia Simpson // October 28, 2018

Aryanna Guitron feeds leaves to a friendly goat at TJ Farms Estates. Guitron went with friends from the group Christian Challenge to pick out a pumpkin for Halloween.

Butte College student Clara Garske enjoys an afternoon in the trees on Wednesday, taking a short break from syllabus week. Photo credit: Daelin Wofford

Photo of the day

Daelin Wofford // August 29, 2018

Butte College student Clara Garske enjoys an afternoon in the trees on Wednesday, taking a short break from syllabus week.

Swimmers taking a dip while a couple hikes down to the water. Photo credit: Courtney Chapman

Bear Hole: Formerly a hidden gem, now a Chico favorite

Courtney Chapman // April 17, 2018

You hear rushing water but all you see are fields around you. There are some strange jagged rock formations and as you approach them, you see a large drop leading down to the rushing river below.This is...

Spring has sprung Wildcats! Our beautiful campus has many spots to unwind from the hustle and bustle and reset those thinkin' minds. Rain or shine take a moment for you today! Photo credit: Kelsey Veith

Photo of the day

Kelsey Veith // April 6, 2018

Spring has sprung Wildcats! Our beautiful campus has many spots to unwind from the hustle and bustle and reset those thinkin' minds. Rain or shine take a moment for you today!

Th trail that I took that lead me down towards a road that leads to Bear Hole, a popular swim location during the summer. The road had tons of little trails branching off of it. Photo credit: Jordan Rodrigues

Post-finals adventures await

Jordan Rodrigues // December 16, 2016
*GALLERY*
Ian Ethan Case shares how nature inspires him musically. Photo credit: Aurora Evans

Musician shares his perception of music

Tom Sundgren // April 29, 2016
He talks nature, inspiration and music.
Illustration by Dongyoung Won.

Rainy weather may make students sad

January 26, 2016
In accordance with the winter weather, students may experience symptoms of depression.
Julianna Eveland

Getting past the back to school blues

Julianna Eveland // January 21, 2014
The start of a new semester can create unwanted stress. Optimism and thinking ahead can help you get off to a good start.
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