Chico State
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.
5 Questions with ‘Singing Nurse’ Jared Axen
Registered nurse Jared Axen (MS, Nursing, ’20) has built a national reputation as the "Singing Nurse." When COVID-19 pandemic happened, the types of patients he treats have changed, but he's still crooning love songs and hymns to boost spirits and overall health.
Chico State to Join Greater Community in Camp Fire Remembrance
At 11:08 a.m. November 8, the Trinity Hall bells will chime to begin 85 seconds of silence commemorating the 85 lives lost in the Camp Fire, with the bells chiming once again to conclude the remembrance.
Class Notes: Fall 2020
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 2020.
AS Takes Step Against Systemic Racism by Honoring Juneteenth as Paid Holiday
By honoring Juneteenth as a paid holiday, the Associated Students hope to acknowledge its historical significance and contribute to efforts to dismantle systemic racism.
CRAAP Test Separates Good Resources from Bad
Sarah Blakeslee's checklist of questions known as the CRAAP Test helps users around the world determine the nature and value of a resource.
How to: Find Happiness and Leisure Amid a Lockdown
Faculty experts share their ideas on everyday and bigger picture activities people can embrace to foster happiness during COVID-19.
Chico State Nearly Wins World Record Title with Cornhole Tournament
Chico State broke one world record and nearly set a new one with 398 students participating in a campus cornhole tournament.
History Majors Embrace Groundbreaking Research with Inaugural Adelante Grants
This summer, three history majors—Vivian Hernandez, Jose Valadez, and Juan Vega—tackled topics much of the world knows little about with support from a national grant.
Professor Discovers Closets are for More than Clothes
Imagining podcasts could be a great way for her students to connect with their coursework virtually, professor Marianne Paiva began recording where she found the best acoustics.
History Professor Laird Easton Shares Optimism for Economic Recovery in The Washington Post
History shows our global economy will probably bounce back from COVID-19, and brighter days are on the horizon, says history professor Laird Easton.
Concrete Graduates Have Strong Hold on Job Market
With unique degrees in concrete industry management, Wildcats experience career success straight out of college.
Chico State Museums Help CSU Preserve the Past, Define the Present, and Direct the Future
The Valene L. Smith Museum supports a broader mission to advance knowledge, learning, and culture by introducing the community to global cultures, history and people.
Admissions Innovates to Recruit Wildcats in the Virtual World
In-person visits help showcase Chico State to prospective students. Amid COVID-19, Admissions staff have found creative ways to connect virtually.
Chico State Leads New Future for Agriculture Industry
To mitigate the ag industry's environmental impact, researchers at the Center for Regenerative Agriculture and Resilient Systems are finding new methods and teaching them to the next generation.
English Professor Wins Award for First Published Children’s Book
Teresa Traver's son's relationship with a gargoyle inspired her to write her first children's book—an award-winning tale of courage.
5 Questions with Lauren Gruwell
A psychology degree and minor in marketing proved the perfect combo for Lauren Gruwell ('09) to work in business development in a major tech company.
Older Adults Learn Online Together with OLLI
OLLI has launched its first virtual summer term, uniting hundreds of older adults to show that social distancing doesn't require social isolation.
Marketing Students Get Chico Airport Rebranding Off the Ground
Students in "Brand Strategy" are working to create a new identity for the Chico Airport, which they hope will be approved by the City Council.
UPD Response to Killing of George Floyd
Chief John Reid speaks out on the death of George Floyd and affirms University Police Department's commitment to cultivating community trust.
Together Apart
Photo essay captures how the campus community has united to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Class Notes: Spring 2020
Whether it's starting a new business or achieving a lifelong dream, the Wildcat family continues to reach milestones. We check in on professional and personal updates from our alumni.
How To: Grow a Victory Garden
UC Master Gardener Program Coordinator Karina Hathorn (Agriculture, '11) shares tips to ensure a rich summer garden harvest.
Positivity Wins all Battles
Graduating senior Lilah Nielsen reflects on how Chico State transformed her and the lessons the COVID-19 pandemic has taught her about what values in life.
Songwriting Class Showcase Moves to YouTube
Without the chance to share their self-written songs in person, students in one music class shared their performances virtually.