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Crash Course: American Indian Storytelling

Deserea Langley’s “American Indian Storytelling/Oral Narrative” course is bringing the oral tradition of sharing stories, lessons, and customs with younger generations to students.

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‘Latinx and Immigration’ Class Dives Deeper into Lived Experiences

With a course as relevant and impactful as "Latinx and Immigration," MCGS faculty Gabby Medina Falzone is also preparing her students for their post-graduation goals.

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Wildcats Do and Dare

What might the world look like if, rather than wondering about some distant future, we took daily action toward the tomorrow of our dreams? Meet Wildcats who are doing exactly that.

Eduardo Europa holds a sign that says "curiosity."

New Faculty Share Messages of Inspiration

As 17 new faculty join Chico State this semester, they spent a few minutes creating signs to inspire students with a word or phrase for the new school year.

Professor Vanessa Esquivido teaching students about American Indians.

American Indian Studies Professor Fuels Teaching with Experience

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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Chico State Honors Diversity and Inclusion on Campus

Nine faculty, staff, and students are honored with the 15th Annual Conversations on Diversity and Inclusion Awards.

Darlasia Miller smiles in a colorful MCGS grad stole and mortarboard.

A Force to be Reckoned With

First-generation student Darlasia Miller found her passion for activism at Chico State and strives to be a voice for underrepresented populations.

Vern Andrews conversing with students in his "Hip-Hop Culture" class fall 2019.

Contemporary Class ‘Hip-Hops’ Towards the Spotlight

Students take a hard look at the history, music, and societal issues behind hip-hop culture.

Campus Advocate and Mentor Leads with his Heart

Kimani Davis II leads by example and is a mentor for diverse communities across campus. But what sets him apart is the care, passion and love he puts into his advocacy.

Outstanding Senior Unique Torres is photographed in Old Hutch Plaza on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 in Chico, Calif. Unique is a Journalism major and Spanish minor hoping to find a career in social justice. (Jessica Bartlett /University Photographer/CSU Chico)

Doing Things Her Own Way

Unique Torres spends what little free time she has looking for new projects where she can make a difference.