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Chasing Fire and Rain, Geography Student Builds Career Documenting Natural Disasters  

Michael Steinberg, a Chico State geography student and storm chaser, combines his passion for weather with his academic knowledge to document and raise awareness about major natural disasters, including the recent Park Fire, through powerful photography and real-time reporting.

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Watch Seventh Annual Joy of Learning During Wildcat Weekend

Joy of Learning invites viewers into the amazing research, teaching, and service taking place at Chico State through short, engaging faculty presentations about their fields of expertise.

A clown creates fish balloons at the cybersecurity-themed carnival Festival of the Phishes on campus at Chico State.

Upcoming Festival of the Phishes to Promote Cybersecurity Awareness

Chico State's Division of Information Technology is excited to announce the return of the annual Festival of the Phishes on October 1.

Mark Hendry stands in front of a printing machine holding a red pennant that says "Proud Alumni."

Mark Hendry Reflects on Leadership and Legacy with the Chico State Alumni Association 

Outgoing Alumni Association Board president and business owner Mark Hendry shares advice, reflections, and optimism about the future.

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Chico State to Ease Financial Burden for Aspiring Teachers with $8.5 Million U.S. Department of Education Grant

Chico State’s School of Education received an $8.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to establish the Belong, Engage, Support, Transform (BEST) Teachers Residency program, which will place the next generation of educators at elementary schools in the region.

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Chico State Shines in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Rankings

U.S. News & World Report has once again recognized Chico State as one of the top regional universities in the Western United States in its 2025 Best College rankings. The University was celebrated for its outstanding value, commitment to social mobility and the strength of its undergraduate programs.

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First-Gen, Online Student Earns Prestigious CSU Trustees’ Scholarship

Luz Gonzalez, a Chico State online student from Los Angeles who is pursuing a teaching credential, has been named a CSU Trustees' award winner.

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Noelle Beltz pets a horse during an equine-learning experience

Learning Experience Helps Students Build Confidence by Connecting with Horses

The School of Education's new equine-assisted learning opportunity helps aspiring educators practice and hone their communication skills.

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From Chico to Nairobi: Entrepreneurship Class Gets Immersive Global Taste of Business

Associate Professor Sarah Kimakwa debuted her hybrid course on social entrepreneurship this summer, which took students to Kenya for fieldwork.

Kym Crosby runs across the finish line during the 100 meter race while competing for team USA during the 2020 Paralympic Games.

Get Ready to Watch Track and Field Alumna in Winning Form at 2024 Paralympic Games

Coming back from injuries, three-time Paralympic Games medalist and alumna Kym Crosby is ready for the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris.