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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.
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.
Your Best Summer Ever—The Wildcat Way
With summer approaching fast, we asked 20 alumni experts—from safari leaders to librarians—for tips and tricks to make this the BEST SUMMER EVER!
From Polymers to Plato: Chico State Earns Global Acclaim for Integrating Climate Change into All Subjects
Mark Stemen’s (History, ’89; Economics, ’91) nationally recognized faculty learning community platform is leading California State University’s efforts to integrate sustainability education into all programs across the system.
From Chico State to Seattle, Wildcat Still Sharing the Gospel of Hockey
Seattle Kraken Vice President of Communications Ben Guerrero credits the foundation he built at Chico State for steadying his climb to the highest heights of professional sports.
Wildcat Conversations: Campus, Community Leaders on What’s Working to Address Student Housing Insecurity
In a new episode of Wildcat Conversations, we talk with leaders at the University's Basic Need’s Rapid Re-housing Program, a leader in the CSU for its comprehensive support of students who need safe housing.
Wildcat Conversations: Wine Industry Experts on Inclusion, Gen Z Marketing, and Sustainability
In a new episode of Wildcat Conversations, we learn how consumers can play a role in advancing equity, hear about the latest trends, and learn some new varietals you might want to try.
Wildcat Conversations, Episode 1: The Future of Artificial Intelligence
To help us learn more about where AI is going, why it’s moving so fast, and how we can think about it with more optimism than dread, we looked to three alums working at the forefront of this technological evolution.
Celebrating Our 2024 Lt. Rawlins Merit Scholarship Recipients
From technology specialists and intensive care nurses to those serving multiple communities, these are the 2023-24 Lt. Rawlins Merit Scholarship Recipients—the best of the best at Chico State.
Gateway Science Museum Brings da Vinci’s Creations to Life
A new exhibition features an extensive collection of full-scale machines based on Leonardo's da Vinci’s designs.
A Place to Call Home
To address student homelessness, Chico State’s Rapid Re-housing Program is breaking down barriers and stigmas that stand in the way of student success.
To Serve and Protect Our State’s Natural Resources
Jennifer Ikemoto, assistant chief for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, uses her biology degree and position to protect California's habitats and wildlife.
Thorpe Leads Throng of Chico State Alumni Caring for Community Youth in Crisis
Chico State is producing great neighbors in the North State. One shining example: The North Valley Community Foundation’s CARE Team, created to connect struggling kids to caring adults and vital resources. The team, 16 deep, is led by alumna Michele Thorpe and includes 12 other Chico State grads.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
2023–24 California State Budget Includes Funding for New Human Identification Laboratory at Chico State
The 2023–24 state budget calls for a $3 million allocation to secure bonds that will fund a new facility.
Off-Road Vehicle Club Drives Mechanical Engineering Major Toward His Dream Career
Treyton Wood has devoted the last five years of his undergraduate experience to national competition of off-road vehicles. As a real-world, hands-on learning experience, it was foundational for his education.
Passport to Self-Discovery
Since 2016, approximately 1,600 Wildcats have studied abroad at one of 200 locations across 35 countries. Students share their stories from both flight paths.
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.
Celebrating Our Lt. Rawlins Merit Scholarship Recipients
From aspiring educators and future doctors to those currently serving rural communities, these are the 2022-23 Lt. Rawlins Merit Scholarship Recipients—the best of the best at Chico State.
A Space for Students to Practice Self-Care
With high rates of depression and anxiety among college students nationwide, Chico State has added an on-campus resource to help our Wildcats get to graduation, both healthy and happy.
Camp Fire Survivor Returns to Rebuilt Home and Hope in Butte Creek Canyon
Four years after the Camp Fire, Cindy Wolff is back living in Butte Creek Canyon, in a new home designed with fire in mind.
From ‘The Hill’: Women’s History—and Future
President Hutchinson shares her experience meeting powerful women politicians in D.C.
Worth Sharing: CEO Magazine Lists CSU, Chico’s MBA Program in Global Rankings
A listing of professional achievements by Chico State faculty, staff, and students.
Options Abound in Hunt for Student Housing
University Housing officials say opportunities are plentiful for housing for new and returning Chico State students during the 2019–20 academic year.
DACA, Dreamers and Immigration: The Expert Explains
Lawyer Sergio C. Garcia has found much of the national immigration debate stems from common myths about the process. Here, he shares his personal and professional experiences to shed light on the truth.
Restless Dreamers
As a turbulent national attitude on immigration leaves Dreamers anxious and uncertain, four Chico State students share what is at stake. Their fates, and millions of others, hang in the balance.
Campus Gets a Little Less Colorful
When Joe Crotts retired, he left a legacy as one of Chico State’s longest-serving employees and campus icons.
From National Parks to the North State: New Gateway Director Looks to Showcase Natural World Around Us
Growing up within the boundaries of several national parks, Adrienne McGraw was raised with a love and appreciation for the natural world. She's bringing that love of nature to her new job, as the executive director of Gateway Science Museum.
Doing Things Differently
Jessica Gonzales knows hardship. The pre-nursing major has endured homelessness, discrimination, and field labor to reach college. But she’s determined to be the first in her family to earn a degree and one day open her own health clinic.
Breanna Holbert: “Who I Am Is Enough”
The only label that really interests Breanna Holbert is that of a leader. What inspires Holbert is uncovering the unknown—in herself, in situations, and in other people. An unyielding curiosity to unearth unrealized potential stands out as her most distinguishable quality.
Remembering Chico State’s Oldest Alum
Olympics qualifier, top-secret military coder, oldest female US veteran—Lynne Balmer had a lot to be proud of but little made her smile more than recognition as Chico State's oldest alum. She passed away this month at age 110.
Wildcats Visit Hallowed Grounds of European Soccer: Real Madrid’s Stadium
The author and senior forward on the Chico State men's soccer team is a Barcelona soccer fan. But that didn't keep him from admiring the grandeur of the home of Real Madrid soccer.
5 Ways to Wear Wildcat Gear
Wildcat cats are the paws-down most fashionable felines in the CSU. With so many options from our Wildcat Store, we threw together 5 fresh looks students can rock this upcoming school year!
Stories Worth Listening To: ‘Listen to Change’ Gives Students a Platform to Share Their Voice
Each day, thousands of students walk around the Chico State campus, quietly owning their own story. Every one of these stories has extraordinary value. One Chico State class is working to get some of those voices heard to teach about diversity and inclusion.
Honored in the Arts: Meet Student Leader, Actor, Director and Mom—Lara Tenckhoff
Follow the story of budding director, actor, student leader, and mother Lara Tenckhoff as she answers the question “what do I really want?”