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      • The sun filters golden light through the trees along the bank of Big Chico Creek.

        Reflections on Gratitude and Resilience

        December 11, 2020
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        Science Building Readies for Opening

        December 4, 2020
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        CSU, Chico Basic Needs Receives $870,000 Grant, Addresses Student Homelessness

        November 17, 2020
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      • Stars shine above Trinity Hall.

        Fond Farewell: Distinguished Alumnus and Philanthropist Glen Toney

        December 24, 2020
      • Stars shine above Trinity Hall.

        Fond Farewell: Physics Professor Emeritus Fred Boos

        December 22, 2020
      • Ladd Johnson and a woman holding a cat stand next to a car outside a home.

        Fond Farewell: Geography Professor Emeritus Ladd Johnson

        December 14, 2020
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        CAVE Adopts Virtual Program to Maintain Legacy Tutoring Services

        December 21, 2020
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        Chemistry Kits Deliver At-Home Learning Opportunities

        December 7, 2020
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        November 17, 2020
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        Chemistry Kits Deliver At-Home Learning Opportunities

        December 7, 2020
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        Chico State Enterprises Receives $10 Million Grant to Continue Salmon Habitat Restoration Projects

        November 16, 2020
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        Mapping Lab Takes Closer Look at Population Displaced by Camp Fire

        November 5, 2020
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    students walk out of the bell memorial union on a fall day.

    AS Takes Step Against Systemic Racism by Honoring Juneteenth as Paid Holiday

    Chico StateOctober 9, 2020
    By honoring Juneteenth as a paid holiday, the Associated Students hope to acknowledge its historical significance and contribute to efforts to dismantle systemic racism.
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    Alum Leads STAR Center to Support Underserved Students

    Sean MurphySeptember 22, 2020
    Led by Malcolm McLemore, the STAR Center offers services and resources to try to ensure the success of first-gen, historically underserved, and marginalized students.
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    A person wearing a Martin Luther King Jr t-shirt and a Black Lives Matter pin locks arms with another person.

    Challenging and Changing the Status Quo

    Gayle HutchinsonSeptember 14, 2020
    "Let us be clear—Black lives matter." Leadership shares key actions planned this year to address racism and inequity on our campus and beyond.
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    An aerial view of campus shows trees turning color in fall as students walk on campus.

    History Majors Embrace Groundbreaking Research with Inaugural Adelante Grants

    Chico StateAugust 26, 2020
    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.
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    Professor Vanessa Esquivido teaching students about American Indians.

    American Indian Studies Professor Fuels Teaching with Experience

    Amanda RhineJuly 23, 2020
    As Nor Rel Muk Wintu, Hupa, and Xicana, Professor Vanessa Esquivido uses her cultural heritage, education, and personal experiences to shape conversations on difficulties Native Americans still face.
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    The sun rises through the trees on campus

    Chico State Strongly Supports Supreme Court’s DACA Decision

    Gayle HutchinsonJune 18, 2020
    President Hutchinson applauds the decision by the US Supreme Court to reject the rescission of the DACA program.
    All StoriesDiversityMessages from Leadership
    Exterior of the University Police station

    Modifications to University Police Chief Recruitment

    Gayle HutchinsonJune 16, 2020
    President Hutchinson modifies new police chief appointment to an interim assignment, strengthens focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion
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    Kendall Hall with spring flowers in the foreground

    Chico State Honors Diversity and Inclusion on Campus

    Amanda RhineJune 11, 2020
    Nine faculty, staff, and students are honored with the 15th Annual Conversations on Diversity and Inclusion Awards.
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    The exterior of University Police Station

    UPD Response to Killing of George Floyd

    Chico StateJune 3, 2020
    Chief John Reid speaks out on the death of George Floyd and affirms University Police Department's commitment to cultivating community trust.
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    Kendall Hall, Chico State

    Together, Standing Against Racism

    Gayle HutchinsonMay 31, 2020
    Chico State President Gayle Hutchinson and Associated Students President Bre Holbert express their thoughts about the recent protests that have gripped the country.
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    The words "the digital divide" are overlaid over a rural road, split in half, with one side looking like a cracking old black and white photo and the other side in color with internet symbols.

    The Digital Divide

    Ashley GebbMay 20, 2020
    The Geographical Information Center has been pioneering projects to improve high-speed internet access across California for years. Now, as COVID-19 forces millions of people to work and school from home, the center's efforts and expertise have never been more critical.
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    arms hold a box of produce in a garden.

    How To: Grow a Victory Garden

    Chico StateMay 19, 2020
    UC Master Gardener Program Coordinator Karina Hathorn (Agriculture, '11) shares tips to ensure a rich summer garden harvest.
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    Portrait of Jasmine Vang

    Double Major Connects Passion with Purpose

    Chico StateMay 11, 2020
    When picking a major, first-generation college student Jasmine Vang chose to follow her heart—which led to not one but two degrees she'll use to help others succeed in life.
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    Darlasia Miller smiles in a colorful MCGS grad stole and mortarboard.

    A Force to be Reckoned With

    Savannah AndersonMay 7, 2020
    First-generation student Darlasia Miller found her passion for activism at Chico State and strives to be a voice for underrepresented populations.
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    A cartoon of a student at a computer with map of world behind him with other student faces in different countries.

    Maintaining Connections from All Corners of the World

    Savannah AndersonMay 1, 2020
    Even though physically distanced, international students, tutors, and advisors meet via Zoom every Friday to maintain their culture of connection and practice English.
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    Portrait of Tatiana Ybarra, her husband, and their three kids.

    Family Ties Strengthen Married Students’ Success

    Travis SoudersApril 20, 2020
    Two graduating seniors find strength in their backgrounds, their children, and each other.
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    The sun shines through the trees on the Kendall Hall lawn.

    A Plea for Kindness and Rejecting Racism

    Chico StateApril 17, 2020
    As a first-generation Asian American, professor Chunyan Echo Song is deeply and personally troubled by racism surrounding COVID-19.
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    The sun shines through the trees on the Kendall Hall lawn.

    Honor César Chávez Day safely and respectfully

    Chico StateMarch 30, 2020
    University and student leadership encourage the campus community to honor César Chávez's legacy in a safe, respectable way—that also heeds the statewide Stay at Home Order.
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    Gospel singers perform on stage.

    University Events to Celebrate Black History Month

    Sean MurphyFebruary 5, 2020
    A full slate of events is scheduled over the next four weeks as Chico State commemorates Black History Month, a national celebration of black culture, art and achievements.
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    Olivia Merz closes her eyes as she embraces her black lab Tartan.

    Pick of the Litter: Student Finds Perfect Guide in Disney+ Star

    Ashley GebbFebruary 4, 2020
    Olivia Merz's Guide Dogs for the Blind companion, made famous on a Disney+ series, has made her feel she can conquer college again.
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    Bruce poses in the hallway of the Department of Comparative Religion and Humanities.

    Religion—and Diversity of Thought—at Center of Professor’s Teachings

    Sean MurphyJanuary 28, 2020
    Professor Bruce Grelle advocates that learning about religions should not be polarizing—it makes us better citizens of a global society.
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    Portrait of Jeremy Olguin in the OATS office.

    Putting a Priority on Accessible Technology

    Chico StateJanuary 6, 2020
    The Office of Accessible Technology and Services strives to make inclusive technology part of the campus ethos.
    AcademicsAll StoriesDiversityPrograms

    Autism Clinic Helps Build Skills for Life

    Sean MurphyDecember 20, 2019
    Chico State's Autism Clinic serves children on the autism spectrum—strengthening their gross motor skills while lifting their confidence.
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    Pengcheng sits on the floor of a classroom surrounded by small children in uniform.

    Study Abroad Experience Ignites Self-Discovery

    Chico StateDecember 19, 2019
    English education major Pengcheng Xiong returned to his parents' homeland and experienced a true connection with his Hmong identity.
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    Latest

    Stars shine above Trinity Hall.

    Fond Farewell: Distinguished Alumnus and Philanthropist Glen Toney

    December 24, 2020
    Stars shine above Trinity Hall.

    Fond Farewell: Physics Professor Emeritus Fred Boos

    December 22, 2020
    Portrait of a student seated at a desk in her home, surrounded by electronic equipment.

    CAVE Adopts Virtual Program to Maintain Legacy Tutoring Services

    December 21, 2020
    Ladd Johnson and a woman holding a cat stand next to a car outside a home.

    Fond Farewell: Geography Professor Emeritus Ladd Johnson

    December 14, 2020
    A brick pillar with a University seal stands out amongst trees and leaves changing colors.

    Worth Sharing: School of Nursing Shines

    December 14, 2020

    Featured

    President Hutchinson and 10 of the 12 CSU women presidents sit around Dianne Feinstein at a conference table.

    From ‘The Hill’: Women’s History—and Future

    April 2, 2019
    The sunset casts an orange glow on Trinity Tower.

    Worth Sharing: CEO Magazine Lists CSU, Chico’s MBA Program in Global Rankings

    March 27, 2019
    Students walk near the on-campus student housing buildings.

    Options Abound in Hunt for Student Housing

    March 27, 2019
    Sergio Garcia leans on a counter, which holds a statue of blindfolded "Lady Justice," in front of a sign reading SCG.

    DACA, Dreamers and Immigration: The Expert Explains

    April 16, 2018
    Four students, two male and two female, stand in partial silhouette and smoky light.

    Restless Dreamers

    April 16, 2018
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