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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chicoans and Wildcats peacefully protest for abortion rights

Chicoans and Wildcats peacefully protest for abortion rights

Melvin Bui, Editor-in-Chief // May 6, 2022

From West 5th Street to West 4th Street for about half a block, people stood shoulder-to-shoulder rallying and chanting non-stop for abortion rights on Monday at 5 p.m. across the street from Chico City...

First Impressions Podcast: The Elder Scrolls, Planned Parenthood and more

Rachael Bayuk and Alex Coba // April 15, 2019

What's your first thought? A new podcast from the minds of the Arts and Opinion section editors, Alex Coba and Rachael Bayuk. Discussing the Elder Scrolls Franchise and Planned Parenthood, on a first...

Photo credit: Student Health Center

Sexually transmitted diseases on the rise in Chico

Michael Catelli // April 27, 2016
Chico State students admit to regularly not practicing safe sex.
Photo credit: Madison Holmes

Presidential election vital to women’s rights

Emma Vidak-Benjamin // April 4, 2016
The future of our abortion rights hangs in the balance of this year's election.
Illustration by Adriana Macias Photo credit: Adriana Macias

The “F” word: Feminism is necessary

Katelyn Martin // October 10, 2015
The necessity of feminism is highlighted by powerful female figures in the media.

The truth about Planned Parenthood

Sarah Strausser // September 20, 2015
Planned Parenthood protects the corporation's positive effects in communities as scandal erupts over aborted fetuses.
Illustration by J.Q. Hammer

Masturbation enhances sexual education

Sophia Xepoleas // February 22, 2015
Some still feel stigma and shame surrounding pleasuring oneself, but it comes with several upsides.
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