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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.

Native American Artifacts in a glass case honor the Mechoopda Indian Tribe

CSU Appoints Collections Manager to Support Preservation of Native American Peoples’ Heritage, Artifacts, and Tribal Culture

The CSU has named Adriane Tafoya as its new project manager for the California Native American Graves and Repatriation Act.

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Wildcat Welcome: Turning Students into Wildcats

This past week has been a wild one, as we welcomed roughly 2,300 first year students and transfer Wildcats to campus.

Chico State has been named to Forbes magazine's "Best Value Colleges" list for 2018. The publication used criteria such as alumni earnings after graduation, net price of tuition, student debt post-graduation, and timely graduation.

CSU, Chico Named to Forbes Magazine’s ‘Best Value Colleges’ List for 2018

In these days of rising costs, tight budgets and careful spending, many look for the best value when seeking higher education options. Once again, California State University, Chico has been named an outstanding option.

We asked Wildcats one question... Why did you choose Chico?

Why Choose Chico? We asked, you answered!

Why Choose Chico? The answers are unlimited! We spoke with alums and current students alike, and they gave us the reasons why they chose Chico as the place to call home. From the beautiful region, to the quality education, you can hear more of these inspiring and heartfelt stories at Choose Chico Day, Saturday, April 7, […]

A field filled with orange flags reading "Each orange flag represents 15 students suffering from food insecurity."

University Tackles Students’ Most Basic Needs: Housing and Hunger

After a 2016 report showed nearly one in four students in the California State University system is going hungry, Chico State aims to ensure no student faces food or housing insecurity while in pursuit of an education.

An image of Kendall Hall is photographed with Willie the Wildcat superimposed across.

Willie the Wildcat and the Seven Reasons to #ChooseChico (Plus One More)

Let us take you on the magical journey of Willie the Wildcat as he explores the seven reasons to #ChooseChico, plus one more.

Chancellor White Visits Chico

CSU Chancellor Timothy White visited campus April 27 to meet with students, faculty, and staff to discuss success at Chico State.

Behind the Valentines: An Interview with the Chico State Cupids

For the past two years, Chico State has been graced with the presence of two love doctors each Valentine’s Day. Tony Munoz and Steven Huff, part-time Cupids and Chico State graduates, are known for donning winged bras and “kiss me” boxers to deliver unconditional love by handing out valentines with sweet messages attached to students and staff […]

A Mission to Advocate

"I’m here to provide a voice for the unheard."

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Sustainable Eats: A Recipe for Success

When student Grace Kerfoot became the AS Sustainability dining coordinator last fall, she was immediately off and running on bringing more dining choices to Chico State.

Taylor Herren and President Zingg riding Wildcat Cruisers

What does it mean to “Be Chico”?

AS President Taylor Herren explains: Hello, my name is Taylor Herren, and I am honored to be serving Chico State as the Associated Students president for the 2013–2014 academic year. I would like to welcome our new students to California State University, Chico and congratulate our returning students for continuing on with their college education. […]

Hidden Gems: Creekside Educational Garden

The Creekside Educational Garden is quite the hidden gem due to its location behind Colusa Hall. Directly south of Big Chico Creek sits an 8,000-square-foot section of land that has been set aside for this special project. The project began in the spring of 2011 as the third part to the larger Creekside Plaza Landscape […]