Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
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Nutrition professor dies suddenly

Alejandra Fraga // February 2, 2018

Ted Herrera, faculty member of the Nutrition and Food Science Department, died from unknown reasons Friday.Herrera had been teaching at Chico State since 2013 and he was 67, according to a press release.Herrera...

For nine years Growing Healthy Children has promoted nutrition for a healthy lifestyle Photo credit: Growing Healthy Children Website

Local event returns to encourage families to live a healthy lifestyle

Michelle Zhu // April 10, 2016
Growing Healthy Children comes back in its tenth year of promoting nutrition and physical activity as means of living a healthy lifestyle
The United States has the highest caffeine consumption in the world. Photo credit: Ryan Corrall

Wildcats on caffeine

Eric Mcguire // February 22, 2016
Chico State students talk about caffeine addiction and how to manage it.
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Community center offers student internships

Hannah Suzuki // May 6, 2015
The Center for Healthy Communities is looking for student interns for summer and fall of this year.
Wildcat Brooke Bowen, left, practices at Acker Gym in preparation for an upcoming game. Bowen said that excessive alcohol intake can be a big barrier for students trying to stay in shape. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Wildcats share tips for staying fit, healthy

Breanna Barnard // April 10, 2015
Chico State athletes talk about the advice they would give to students on exercise and nutrition.
Student muscles his way into bodybuilding world

Student muscles his way into bodybuilding world

Nicole Santos // February 23, 2015
Senior nutrition major Zach Batchelder started entering competitions when he arrived in Chico three years ago.
The Hungry Wildcat pantry is stocked with food for those in need.Photo credit: Thomas Martinez

University provides food for students in need

Dominique Diaz // January 27, 2014
Hungry Wildcats opened up its pantry last fall to help students in need.
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