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Class Notes: Spring 2023
Whether it's starting a new business, writing a book, or achieving a lifelong dream, the Wildcat family continues to reach milestones. Alumni share professional and personal updates for spring 2023.
Rooted in Connection: The Wildcat Family Tree
Attending college is a significant milestone for any student, but for many, enrolling at Chico State is both a personal achievement and a family tradition.
Chico State Recognizes 2022–23 Outstanding Faculty
These awards—among the highest at Chico State—celebrate eight phenomenal faculty for academic distinction, prominent scholarship, and commitment to transformative experiences.
From Northern California to Ocean Engineer
Gridley native Irene Duran (Mechatronic Engineering, '20), moved to Cape Cod after graduating with one mission: an engineering job.
New Transport Program Provides Students Rides to Sacramento Airport During Breaks
Students leaving campus during extended breaks can sign up for Wildcat Rides, a new program shuttling students from campus to the Sacramento bus and train station and the Sacramento Airport.
Celebrating Our 2023 Distinguished Alumni
From working on cancer treatments to advocating for farmworkers to teaching human kindness through language, the 2023 Distinguished Alumni have chosen to "Do and Dare" in a big way.
Chico State College of Business Earns AACSB Reaccreditation
Chico State's College of Business has been reaccredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International, the highest standard of achievement for business schools.
Chico State Announces New Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Stephen Perez, a longtime educator and administrator in the California State University system, will serve as interim provost and vice president for Academic Affairs.
Expanding Collaborations in Latin America: Dean of College of Agriculture Visits Chile
College of Agriculture Dean Patricia Stock visited several academic and research institutions to exchange knowledge about the myriad challenges agriculture is facing in Mediterranean climate regions—like those in California and Chile.
Provost Debra Larson Announces Her Retirement
Provost Debra Larson is retiring immediately, citing health and family reasons.
Class Notes: Fall 2022
Whether it's starting a new business, writing a book, or achieving a lifelong dream, the Wildcat family continues to reach milestones. Alumni share professional and personal updates for fall 2022.
Animal Science Major Embraces Role of Lead Shepherd in Sheep Unit
Since arriving at Chico State in fall 2019, Manny Lopez has been an integral part of the University Farm’s Sheep Unit and today serves as its lead shepherd.
Alumni-Owners of Downtown Chico Businesses Share Their Stories
Whether they opened their store shortly after graduation, took over a longstanding business, or brought something new to the area mid-career, the owners of four downtown businesses share what makes the Chico State connections special to them.
Joy of Learning Showcases Faculty Expertise
With topics ranging from neuroscience to animal nutrition to sustainable electronics, eight faculty members who reflect the top of their disciplines will present on their area of expertise.
Anthropology Faculty Reflects on Fulbright Experience in Jordan
Anthropology faculty Jesse Dizard shares about his experience as a Fulbright Scholar in Jordan.
Fond Farewell: Retired History and Social Science Professor Ken Rose
Ken Rose was an impassioned and well-respected historian and history professor, as well as a beloved musician in a local Irish band.
How To: Stay Sharp at the Meat Counter
As inflation and food costs continue to set record highs, Chico State Meats Lab staff and students offer tips to include meat as a part of your healthy diet.
Marketing Students Take Top Honors at International Conference
Ten students from the Chico State chapter of the American Marketing Association netted multiple awards at the AMA International Collegiate Conference.
Fond Farewell: Psychology Major Terry Nilsen
After changing his major, Terry Nilsen embraced both psychology and art and loved spending time in Chico.
Agriculture Majors Explore Puerto Rico in Immersive Trip
A 10-day agricultural exploration trip over winter break pushed eight Chico State students outside their comfort zones, gave them new perspectives on experiential education, and immersed them in a culture they will never forget.
Chico State Stands with the People of Ukraine
President Gayle Hutchinson encourages the campus community to support one another and offers resources related to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Tomorrow Transformed
Thanks to the generous support of its benefactors, Chico State's first comprehensive capital campaign raised $106.6 million, transforming lives across campus.
Wildcats Do and Dare
What might the world look like if, rather than wondering about some distant future, we took daily action toward the tomorrow of our dreams? Meet Wildcats who are doing exactly that.
Day of the Dead Altar: A Celebration of Life
In honor of this year's Dia de los Muertos, student Guadalupe Cruz created an altar—borrowing many beloved items used by her family—for the Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology.
Paradise Continues to Rebuild and Evolve Three Years After the Camp Fire
Three years after the Camp Fire scattered the residents of Paradise, the town continues its rebuilding process—while also evolving.
Five Questions with Winemaker and Nutrition Educator Vanessa Pitney
After falling into winemaking by accident, Vanessa and her husband, a fellow alum, love teaching others about the process.
5 Questions with Fifth-Generation Farmer Derek Sohnrey
Derek Sohnrey ('13) blends the lessons he learned at Chico State with modern technology and five generations of family farm experience to carry their operations into the future.
New Faculty Share Messages of Inspiration
As 17 new faculty join Chico State this semester, they spent a few minutes creating signs to inspire students with a word or phrase for the new school year.
Chico State Announces New Visual Identity for University, Athletics
During President Gayle Hutchinson's Convocation address Thursday, she revealed new logos and a narrative identity for the University.
Alumna Predicts Post-Pandemic Upgrades Will Enhance Study Abroad Experience
After a decade living in Spain, Study Abroad alumna Lindsay Woychick (Journalism, '12) shares how COVID-19 has transformed the international experience.
Alumna Kym Crosby Readies To Run for Team USA at 2021 Paralympics
A bronze medalist in Rio in 2016, Kym Crosby ('17) claimed the 100- and 400-meter titles at the US Paralympic Trials. She heads to Tokyo in August.
Alumna Leads Third-Generation Family Lumber Business
As president of Healdsburg Lumber Company, Jill Ziedrich Gaylor ('06) knows that changing attitudes about women and building supply starts from within.
CSU, Chico Announces Stock as New Agriculture Dean
Following the completion of a national search, Chico State's College of Agriculture's new dean is Patricia Stock.
Class Notes: Spring 2021
Whether it's starting a new business, writing a book, or achieving a lifelong dream, the Wildcat family continues to reach milestones. Alumni share professional and personal updates for spring 2021.
Agricultural Business Major Thrives in His Field
Jesus Barba was raised by farmworkers but didn't consider a career in agriculture until he discovered the range of possibilities he could pursue.
Entrepreneurship Student Finds Niche in the Business of Excellence
Proactive and self-motivated, Christine Levine found success everywhere she went, thriving in her work, her studies, and sales competitions.
Diversity Fellow Finds Niche in AAPI Politics
As a master’s student in political science, Edward Berdan has bloomed into a scholar destined to change the study of AAPI politics.
Dance Students Rediscover Groove in Virtual Collaboration
The CSU Dance Collective, cofounded by Professor Megan Glynn Zollinger, has not only kept dance alive at Chico State during the pandemic, it’s transformed collaboration and creativity for students, faculty, and campuses alike.
Fond Farewell: Retired English Professor Sharon Paquin
As an alumna and a professor, Sharon Paquin cultivated a lasting passion for writing, teaching, human rights, and environmental conservation during her time at Chico State.
Students Engage Globally, Virtually, Amid COVID-19
Studying abroad looks different in the age of COVID-19, but the pandemic hasn’t stopped students from expanding their world-views, gaining new skills, and building lasting relationships.