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    Big Tuna Sushi Bistro: Flavor, tradition, innovation

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    Chico State holds annual Time Capsule Ceremony for graduating seniors

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    Update on tuberculosis and meningitis cases

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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Walking through Chicos history

Walking through Chico’s history

Madeline Merlic // October 3, 2015
Three museums offer the chance to look into Chico's past.
Illustration by Emily Reising Photo credit: Emily Reising

Sex and heartbreak

Emma Vidak-Benjamin // September 21, 2015
Sex isn't always a good thing— it can leave us riding up and down on an emotional roller coaster.
Photo credit: Emily Reising

Clothes during sex aren’t always bad

Emma Vidak-Benjamin // September 14, 2015
If you think lingerie is too scandalous for your sexual endeavors— think again.

John Hiatt & The Combo to turn Laxson blue

Tom Sundgren // September 2, 2015
Taj Mahal's Springfield, Massachusetts blues trio is set to open up for John Hiatt on Friday, September 11 in Laxson Auditorium.

Horoscope for August 31- September 6

Megan Moran // August 31, 2015
See what your zodiac sign predicts for this week.
Expectations vs. reality: Freshman year

Expectations vs. reality: Freshman year

Blaine Ball // May 13, 2015
Freshman students reflect on some of their early college expectations and describe the actual outcome.
Alistair Docherty tees off in a 2014 tournament. Orion file photo.

Q&A: Fifth-ranked golfer Docherty reflects on season

James Groh // May 5, 2015
Alistair Docherty talks about the team's performance and how he thinks the Wildcats will fare during playoffs.
Junior outfielder Alli Cook prepares to bat on Feb. 27 in a game against San Francisco State. Photo credit: George Johnston

‘Mercy rule’ stirs debate among athletes

James Groh // April 22, 2015
A rule that brings a game to an early end when one team has what is viewed as an insurmountable lead draws mixed reactions from players.
Photo credit: Miles Huffman

College males shoot bottles set up on mattress with BB guns

Dylan Dewit // April 11, 2015
The police blotter is a selection of information directly cited from the Chico Police Department and the University Police Department. April 11.
Illustration by Darian Maroney

Overcoming racism made me stronger

Daisy Dardon // April 11, 2015
Racism is alive and well in Chico, but it shouldn't deter people from making a difference.
Former CSU leader takes reins as acting Chico State president

Former CSU leader takes reins as acting Chico State president

Dylan Dewit // March 25, 2015
Former Humboldt State president Rollin Richmond is stepping in as interim president following Paul Zingg’s recent heart bypass surgery.
Chico State first-year student Valerie Wong does drills on the heavy bag at StandAlone MMA gym. Photo Credit: Aurora Evans.

Students shed blood for love of MMA fighting

James Groh // March 24, 2015
Chico State students and graduates talk about what its like participating in mixed martial arts while also going to school.
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