Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State should diversify decorations

Veronica De La Cruz // December 9, 2014
Christmas decorations are nice, but not all students feel at home around a tree and ornaments.

Embracing eustress

Veronica De La Cruz // December 5, 2014
Students should seek an optimal stress level throughout their college years.
Veronica De La Cruz

Tinder doesn’t bring true love

Veronica De La Cruz // November 25, 2014
Dating apps can lead to happy endings, but not the kind that last.
Illustration by Rachel Dugo

Anonymous app humors, harms students

Veronica De La Cruz // November 16, 2014
Chico State would be better off without apps like Yik Yak.

College students discuss drinking habits

Veronica De La Cruz // November 15, 2014
Opinion Columnist Veronica De La Cruz discusses Chico party culture with her readers.

‘Basic’ shouldn’t exist

Veronica De La Cruz // November 14, 2014
Students should embrace being basic if it makes them happy
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Nude photos are best left untaken

Veronica De La Cruz // November 9, 2014
Young adults should reconsider posting risqué photos on social media.
'Yes Means Yes' is full of holes

‘Yes Means Yes’ is full of holes

Veronica De La Cruz // October 3, 2014
Governor Brown's new bill questions the definition of consensual sex.

For cheap textbooks, make like a pirate

Veronica De La Cruz // October 3, 2014
There are several alternatives to buying expensive textbooks from the Wildcat Store.

Hangover supplements fail to soothe

Veronica De La Cruz // September 25, 2014
Classic cures are more effective than the latest liquor store tricks.
Illustration by Rachel Dugo

‘Organic’ labeling isn’t what it seems

Veronica De La Cruz // September 21, 2014
Oftentimes, the USDA stamp of approval comes down to money, not quality.

Musical movement promotes education and peace.

Veronica De La Cruz // September 18, 2014
Music is an international language that can bring people together.
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