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Elementary school students gasp and smile in delight as pumpkins are smashed into a big mess.

Science Goes Splat: Annual Pumpkin Drop Set for Halloween Day

The 32nd annual Pumpkin Drop will take place on Thursday, Oct. 31 at noon in Trinity Commons on the Chico State campus.

President Gayle Hutchinson shares a somber hug with someone as light shines through smoky air inside of Laxson Auditorium at a Camp Fire meeting.

We Made It: 2018-19 in Review

As we reflect on 2018–19, there is much to celebrate. Together, we set and achieved new goals. We also navigated unexpected tests and engaged our resiliency and compassion.

Pieces of smashed pumpkins lie on a tarp during the annual Pumpkin Drop on the Chico State campus.

Annual Pumpkin Drop to Serve as Science on Display for Local Elementary Students

California State University, Chico is proud to feature facilities for faculty and students collaborate to conduct hands-on, cutting-edge research that leads to scientific advances and contributions for the greater good. On Halloween, it’ll also be a place to smash squash in the name of education.