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Joe Crotts

Librarian Emeritus Honored for Contributions to University’s Cartography Collection, Library

Cartography expert Joe Crotts helped Chico State build one of the most comprehensive map collections in the CSU system.

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Fond Farewell: Retired Assistant Librarian Doris Mann

Doris Mann, who worked as an assistant librarian at Chico State for 27 years before her retirement in 1995 passed away on November 25.

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North State Roots Collaboration Expands Access to Healthcare Information in Rural Communities

With new funding, a team from Chico State and nonprofit First 5 Tehama are bringing a free online healthcare service to rural communities across the North State.

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Worth Sharing: Kruger Pens a Pair of Chapters

A listing of professional achievements by Chico State faculty, staff, and students.

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Meriam Library Secures $1 Million Planned Gift to Support Its Amenities, Facilities and Opportunities for Decades to Come

An anonymous donor has gifted $1 million to the library in recognition of its role in supporting students throughout the duration of their college experience.

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It’s Wildcat Trivia Time!

Think you're a smarty ’Cat? Test your knowledge of all things campus-related in this season's inaugural Wildcat Trivia challenge.

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Fond Farewell: Retired Librarian Joel Leonard

With a strong personality and a lot of joy, Joel Leonard embraced his job as librarian as one with a primary mission of supporting students.

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Worth Sharing: Meriam Library Staff Co-Author Article

A listing of professional achievements by Chico State faculty, staff, and students.

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Faculty Showcase Offers Chance to Be ‘Inspired’

Three faculty members who published amid the pandemic share their passions and stories of persistence.

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Worth Sharing: Women’s Soccer’s Emigh and Garcia Earn Region All-Academic Honors

A listing of professional achievements by Chico State faculty, staff, and students.

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Worth Sharing: Kruger Co-Authors World Health Organization Article

A listing of professional achievements by Chico State faculty, staff, and students.

CRAAP Test Separates Good Resources from Bad

Sarah Blakeslee's checklist of questions known as the CRAAP Test helps users around the world determine the nature and value of a resource.

The winners of this year's Staff Excellence Awards stand socially distanced in front of Laxson Auditorium.

Staff Awards Recognize Exemplary Employees

Staff Council honors four employees for their customer service, safety dedication, Wildcat spirit, and overall awesomeness.

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The Camp Fire’s Forgotten Communities

In chronicling the stories of survivors, the Camp Fire Oral History Project has captured the challenges of recovery among the most rural populations.

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CSU, Chico to Host Camp Fire Memorial Ceremony ‘Remembering the Ridge’

Next week, Chico State will host "Remembering the Ridge," an event combining music, guest reflections and an interactive art installation.

Chico State employees help answer questions of their colleagues during a Camp Fire resource fair.

StoryCenter to Document Community’s Stories of Resilience During CSU, Chico Visit

In partnership with the Butte County Library, storytelling platform StoryCenter will visit Chico State's Meriam Library March 28 to collect and record stories from the community about the Camp Fire.

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CSU, Chico’s Anthropology Museum Explores the ‘Remarkable Lives’ of Birds and Their Relationships with Humans

From their mesmerizing songs to their instinctive behavior, birds have resonated with humans for millennia. The ways in which their lives intertwine with ours will be on display at the Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology’s new exhibit.

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University Foundation Board Aids Campus with Special Endowment Awards

More than $115,000 has been awarded to 12 programs and projects to enhance research and mentorship, increase hands-on learning opportunities, and support student success.

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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.

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‘Game Night’ Makes Meriam a Place to Play

Join fellow students and campus faculty for a fun and friendly monthly Game Night at Meriam Library.

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Wildcat Welcome 2017—That’s a Wrap!

Welcome (back) to school, Wildcats! From the first day of school that couldn't be "eclipsed" to everyone having a "splash" at ShipWREC'ed, here is your recap of Chico State Wildcat Welcome 2017!

Students Christopher Barboza, Breanna Barnard, Elizabeth Castillo, and Bianca Quilantan present their Listen to Change interviews in the Meriam Library.

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.

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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.

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10 Tips for Surviving Finals Week

The most stressful week of the semester is upon us—finals week. Here are some study tips to help you come out a champion.