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Portrait of Pat Patterson in his campus office with bookshelves behind him.

Fond Farewell: Retired Counselor Pat Patterson

Known for his intellect and charisma, Pat "Dr. P" Patterson mentored thousands of students during his 31-year career, pushing them to not give up on their dreams.

The sun peers through a canopy of trees on the Chico State campus near the creek.

The Long Process of Healing and Recovery

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Judith Thompson reflects on the immediate and ongoing trauma Camp Fire survivors continue to experience—and how to support healing.