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Fond Farewell: Criminal Justice Major Lizbeth Ceja Torres
Tenacious yet kind, hardworking and independent Lizbeth Ceja made an impression on everyone she met for her big heart and passion to succeed.

International Organization AASHE Once Again Honors Chico State for Excellence in Sustainability
The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education recognized Chico State for its environmental practices, honoring it as one of the top performers in its Master’s Institutions category.

Crash Course: The Good Life Vs. The End of the World
Two GE courses offered by the College of Humanities and Fine Arts evoke very different ideas: one of existential dread and the other enlightenment and happiness. Yet both encourage students to ask some of life’s age-old questions.

President’s Column: Excitement Builds For Wildcat Weekend
Embracing the cooler weather and beautiful seasonal changes, President Steve Perez is excited about the upcoming celebrations planned for Wildcat Weekend.

Sixth Annual Joy of Learning Showcases Chico State Educators
From cognitive science to the power of emojis to the coldest stuff in the universe, Chico State is ready to educate at the sixth annual Joy of Learning, which takes place virtually on Friday, October 13.

Office Hours: Kinesiology Professor Carli Ross
Carli Ross, a kinesiology professor with a passion for adapted physical education, leads a study abroad program in Italy that gives students the opportunity to work hands-on at a camp for youth and young adults with disabilities.

Chico State Builds on Last Year’s Success With 2023 Wildcat Weekend
Events for Wildcat Weekend 2023 will take place from Thursday, October 12 through Saturday, October 14.

Gateway Science Museum Presents a Pair of New Exhibits
From vital pollinators to nature’s most hilarious moments, the Gateway Science Museum features a pair of new exhibits to satisfy the curious and the light-hearted.

Worth Sharing: Chico State Named One of the Top Colleges for Indigenous Students
A listing of professional achievements by Chico State faculty, staff, and students.

Grant Opens Doors for North State Students to Become Teachers
Students interested in a career in teaching are receiving financial assistance at Chico State through a multimillion-dollar grant designed to ease the financial burden of pursuing a teaching credential.

National Honor Awarded to Chico State Program That Advances the Number of Latinx Students Earning Graduate Degrees
Chico State's Graduate Equity Fellowship Program has been recognized by the nation’s leading authority on efforts to accelerate Latinx student success in higher education.

Advisor Wellness Initiative Secures Second Round of Funding
This ongoing initiative will continue to provide support, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for academic advisors at Chico State.

The Growing Pains of AI: Professor to study how tools like ChatGPT affect children
Professor Abbas Attarwala received a grant to study how AI affects children and identify areas where more research is needed.

Chico State Celebrated in US News & World Report’s 2024 Rankings
With a pair of top 10 rankings and another three in the top 25, Chico State is firmly recognized as one of the top higher education institutions in the West region in the 2024 US News & World Report’s Best College Rankings.

Increased Enrollment at Chico State Benefits the Entire Community
President Steve Perez discusses why increased in enrollment is good for the University and the community of Chico.

Worth Sharing: Goodsell, Ellis Co-Author Piece on the Benefits of Nature-Based Therapy
A listing of professional achievements by Chico State faculty, staff, and students.

CSU Trustee Award Honoree Strives to Help Others Claim Their Space
Gerardo “Jerry" Langarica Martinez has overcome significant hurdles over the last 15 years to earn his bachelor's degree, begin the teaching credential program, and achieve numerous honors along the way.

Living in Historic Home Gives New Meaning to Residential Campus
President Steve Perez reflects on being Chico State's newest on-campus resident, as the new tenant of the Warrens Center.

Applegate’s Exceptional Print Collection on Display at the Turner
Members of the public are invited to the opening reception on September 14 at 5:30 p.m. in the ARTS Building.

Chico State Appears in a Pair of Forbes Rankings
Chico State was honored by Forbes on two lists of rankings—America's Top Colleges List and Best California Colleges Online of 2023.

Chico State Shines in 2023 Washington Monthly Rankings
In its 2023 College Guide and Rankings, Washington Monthly listed Chico State in the top 10 in its “Master’s University Rankings" and the top 20 for “Best Bang for the Buck Rankings: West."

Chico State’s Efforts to Advance Post-Graduate Education Recognized Nationally
Chico State’s Office of Graduate Studies received two multi-million-dollar grants from the Department of Education and was recognized by a national educational organization.

Chico State’s CRARS Awarded Nearly $6 Million to Address Climate Priorities
Chico State’s Center for Regenerative Agriculture and Resilient Systems has received a California Climate Action Seed and Matching Grant totaling approximately $6 million to support state climate priorities.

Worth Sharing: Edwards and Schleiger Co-Author Book on Firescaping
A listing of professional achievements by Chico State faculty, staff, and students.

Chico State Psychology Students Honored as CSU Pre-Doctoral Scholars
A pair of Chico State graduate students have been recognized with the CSU's prestigious awards for their doctoral aspirations.

Community Favorite ‘U-Pick Peaches’ Makes its Return to Chico State’s University Farm This Week
The popular annual “U-Pick Peaches” event returns to University Farm at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, August 23.

Tips for your first year at Chico State
Check out this list of tips to help you navigate your first year at Chico State and make the most of your college experience.

Need a Major That Will Land You a Job? Look at OSCM
Chico State's Operations and Supply Chain Management major is one of the University's best-kept secrets. Find out why.

Chico State Excels in Money Magazine’s ‘Best of 2023’ Rankings
Chico State continues making its mark on national rankings, including the most recent from Money magazine.

5 Questions with Alumna and Cal State East Bay History Faculty Anna Rose Alexander
As Anna Rose Alexander (History, '06) engages with her history students at Cal State East Bay, she is also providing them with a glimpse of how their worlds have been shaped.

Fond Farewell: Professor Emeritus Charles “Chuck” Price
Few faculty members have had the wide-reaching influence and reputation that Charles Price enjoyed as a political scientist specializing in California government.

California State University Honored with Innovation Award for Faculty Learning Community Led by Chico State Professor
Geography and Planning professor Mark Stemen has been honored by a national organization for his tireless work to bring sustainability to more than just science classes.

30 Days In: President Perez Reflects on New Role
President Steve Perez marvels at the warm welcome he has received and the excitement of students who are also just starting their journeys.

Celebrating Thomas DuSell: Campus Safety Award Winner, and So Much More
When he noticed a thorny traffic issue, Chico State Rose Garden specialist Thomas DuSell lobbied for an important change that would keep students and staff safe.

Celebrating Tami Henriksen, a Guiding Light for Students in University Housing
Tami Henriksen, who has been helping University Housing students for 29 years, was honored with the 2022–23 Staff Council customer service award.

Celebrating Dawn Frank: 2022’s Outstanding MPP of the Year
Running three different centers on campus while living out her values, Dawn Frank epitomizes excellence in management—and caring for those around her.

Worth Sharing: Computer Science Associate Professor Recognized With International Wildcat Award
A listing of professional achievements by Chico State faculty, staff, and students.

Inspired by His Parents, Vang Perseveres to Earn Master’s Degree
John Vang faced several challenges as he pursued a bachelor’s degree and then a master’s degree from Chico State. But when he questioned whether he was up for the task, he only had to look to his parents, Xae Chon and Mai Xiong, for the inspiration he needed to push forward.

Celebrating Rosemary White: 2022’s Wildcat Spirit Award Winner
Known across campus as "Ms. Positive Attitude," Rosemary White has spent over twenty years making Chico State a better place to learn, teach, and grow.

Chico State Awards President’s Scholarships to Five Incoming First-Year Students
Chico State awarded Presidential Scholarships to five incoming students with outstanding scholastic résumés.