Chico State Nursing student shows his love for music
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Cover photo and inside: Check out the feature on Paraic King, a nursing student with a passion for producing his own music.
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Bottoms Up Espresso stirs coffee and controversy. See what some of the baristas say about working in the shop.
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Check out Erin Woods, the lead scorer on the women’s soccer team. She talks about being a leader and an Irish dancer.
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CORRECTIONS In Vol. 81, Issue 2, it was stated that Nan Timmons attended a university in San Antonio. The university is located in College Station. The error has been corrected online.
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Today The Beatles’ album “Abbey Road” turns 49. Read why this album was a historic moment in music.
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BRIEFS
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Career fair brings big names Olyvia Simpson Staff Writer
Signs have been posted all around campus for the career which took place Wednesday. Students will have almost 100 companies to speak with face-toface like Pepsi Co, Intel and Yelp. “We here at the career center have been trying really hard to break some new ground … to see different kinds of companies,” said Ken Naas, an adviser at the career center. These different companies are offering internships, part-time jobs and career opportunities. The event is sponsored by the career center and business fraternities, Phi Chi Theta and Delta Sigma Pi, but students from all majors are encouraged to attend. “Be open,” Naas said, “because there may be a company there you’ve never heard of that could be a good choice for you.” Olyvia Simpson can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @OSimpson15 on Twitter
FutureFest kicks off Yaritza Ayon Staff Writer
FutureFest is a new event that will let students be a part of Chico State’s new plans to determine what the university will be like in five to ten years. FutureFest will consist of four sessions taking place Wednesday and Oct. 3-4, in Colusa Hall 100
Student leaders from the 23 CSU campuses met Sunday at the CSSA Board of Directors meeting. A/B. These sessions will cover the Master Plan and the Strategic Plan. Master Plan sessions will go over the shape and form of the campus, and evaluate the state of the facilities, open spaces and infrastructure to set goals to enhance the campus environment for the future. The Strategic Plan session will focus on the campus’s identity, values, goals and priorities. Every idea, comment or concern that is voiced at these events will be heard out by the Master Planning Committee and Strategic Planning Council. Chico State hopes to have 85 percent of both plans finalized by the end of summer 2019. Yaritza Ayon can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @ayon_yaritza on Twitter.
Students speak against executive pay raises Justin Jackson and Dan Christian Staff Writers
Jared Geiser, Executive Vice President of the Associated Students, briefly addressed student leaders from the 23 California State University campuses that make up the CSSA during a time for public discussion at their Board of Directors meeting. There he shared his views about giving raises to administrators while students see increasing costs. “The Board of Trustees should not be the priority of the CSUC
system,” Geiser said. Geiser cites estimates that as many as one in four Chico State students go hungry, while another 46 percent of students have difficulty affording food and one in every 12 students lives in unstable housing situations. He contributes this to the constantly increasing cost of tuition and other student fees. Over the summer, the California State University Board of Trustees voted in favor of an executive compensation policy — a 3 percent salary raise for CSU presidents, among other raises — while many Chico State students face food and housing insecurity. “If there is enough money to give the presidents a salary increase — who are already making $300,000 or more a year — then there should be more money that the students should be able to
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retain and keep in their pockets,” Geiser said. He also spoke on the recent state allotment of funds for the CSU system being higher than expected, and using some of the funds to increase executive pay. “You have the Board of Trustees yelling at the state for not fully funding the CSU, and when they get the CSU as much money as it asked for, who do they (give funds) to first?” Justin Jackson and Dan Christian can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @JJackson0176 and DanOfTheOrion on Twitter
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NEWS
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bottoms up espresso combines bikinis and coffee Mathew Miranda News Editor
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hico’s newest coffee stand is finally open, and the
rumors of bikini baristas are true. Bottoms Up Espresso opened Friday but had generated buzz for the last month due to the franchise’s reputation of mandating their servers to wear minimal clothing. The business has drawn criticism from Chico residents who feel the employees display inappropriate attire in one of the city’s busiest intersections. The menu also features drinks named The Big O, Sweet Cheeks, Little Irish Girl and Screamer. The following baristas interviewed asked for their last names to be excluded from the article. Kelly isn’t immune to criticism but realizes the opening of each prior location caused a similar response. “It happens everywhere. It happened with every other stand. It just takes time for people to adjust,” Kelly said. “It’s something new, not something common, but I think people will warm up to it once we get going and they see that our coffee is really good. Customer service is our number one thing, it’s just not about dressing up in bikinis.” Larissa, who began working Saturday, appreciates her work environment and enjoys conversing with the customers. “I love working here. I have another job too and it’s not as easy to get up for that job, but this is so fun. You’re getting dressed up and coming to work with all these other cute girls that you love talking to and hanging out with,” Larissa said. “It’s not a bad time talking to people out the window and having a good
conversation with everyone.” The servers dress according to the day of the week. Mondays: Schoolgirl Day Tuesdays: Bikini Day Wednesdays: Cowgirl Day Thursdays: Lingerie Day Fridays: Fantasy Day Saturdays: Bikini Day Sundays: Sports Day Fridays allow for the most leeway as the baristas coordinate with each other to choose a common theme. Bottoms Up Espresso opened its first location in Modesto, California in 2011. Since then, they’ve opened six more locations across California and in the process of expanding to the Sacramento area. The coffee shop, which once operated as Java Detour, can be found on the corner of Mangrove and East 1st Ave and open Monday to Saturday from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. In addition to drinks and food, the menu offers apparel for sale as well. However, Larissa stated the shop currently has not received any gear so those interested can only buy online. According to their website, the stand is still hiring. The company asks for a photograph as part of the application process. Ultimately, Larissa hopes those against Bottoms Up Expresso opening in Chico understand the employees mean no trouble. “I don’t want to do any harm to you. I just want to sell some coffee. I got a smile for you just like I got for everyone else,” Larissa said. Mathew Miranda can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @MathewMiranda24 on Twitter
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Baristas (left to right) Larissa, Kelly and Jazmine work for Bottoms Up Espresso.
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NEWS
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New mental health training for faculty and staff improves
Brian Luong Staff Writer
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ithin the past few years the demand for mental health services has surged, calling for college campuses around the country to develop new ideas to help students. Chico State’s new mental health training aspires to do so as well. I CAN HELP Mental Health Ally Training is a new program for faculty and staff designed to give insight on student needs, and to provide the skills necessary to boost student success. This four-hour program, taught by Devjani “Juni” Banerjee-Stevens, the associate director at the Counseling and Wellness Center, aims to create a culture in which students receive care from all campus personnel. Moreover, the training outlines the importance of staff learning skills such as centering oneself, active listening and motivational interviewing. The program also teaches ways to identify warning signs in students with mental health illnesses, as well as how to safely and respectfully ask students if they are having suicidal thoughts. Participants partake in mock situations where they learn to in-
teract with a variety of different student issues. Examples include learning how to set a healthy boundary with a student, how to introduce mindful breathing and how to compassionately reflect. According to Banerjee-Stevens, it’s extremely important faculty understand how to deal with stress in their own lives before attempting to help students with their issues. Although Banerjee-Stevens hopes the program will improve the culture surrounding mental health, she doesn’t view participants as the final solution. She compares the faculty and staff to a first-aid kit that can help with smaller issues, while the Counseling and Wellness Center is more like a doctor, suited to help with long-term trauma. The Counseling and Wellness Center also intends to promote positive mental health practices. UMatter, which began in 2013, aims to eliminate the stigma around mental health, promote resources on campus and increase healthy student interaction. Jessica Magallanes, the program coordinator for UMatter, believes it’s vital for students to realize that stress during their college years is normal.
“It’s life itself. Everything that happens in between classes and after classes can be overwhelming,” Magallanes said. “It’s difficult to remember to take a step back, take a breath and ask ourselves how am I doing?” Magallanes outlined five tips students can use to improve mental health. 1. Learn to pause: Taking a moment to breathe allows for reflection and better decision making. 2. Sleep: Sleeping has a huge effect on mood, health and the ability to concentrate. Good sleeping habits help students begin their day with a healthier outlook and more energy. 3. Get outside: A change of environment gives students time to relax as well as a chance to refocus on the task at hand. 4. Connect with others: Talking to others helps alleviate feelings of loneliness. Students who feel they have no one to turn to are recommended to go see a counselor at the Counseling and Wellness Center. 5. Have self-compassion: Self-compassion helps students realize they still deserve acceptance and love, even if they are struggling.
For more information on campus resources visit Chico State’s Counseling and Wellness Center’s webpage or stop by Student Services Center 430. The center is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Students can also stop by for crisis services
Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or they can call the 24-hour service line at (530)-898-6345. Brian Luong can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @brianluongorion on Twitter.
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Jessica Magallanes poses in front of the Student Services Center on Saturday.
SPORTS RECAP
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Chico State volleyball
emerges victorious after five sets Ricardo Tovar Staff Writer
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iding the momentum of a two-game win streak from last weekend, Chico State was looking to continue to build their lead in the California Collegiate Athletic Association North Division to 3-2 and 10-3 overall. In their way stood San Francisco State the team right behind them at 2-2 in the North Division and 7-4 overall. The Wildcats and Gators clashed and had a back and forth contest with the end result being a Wildcats’ victory in five sets, 25-20, 259, 21-25, 23-25, 17-15. Junior Nicole Desrochers lead the Wildcats with 50 assists. Her defense at the net and at the back assured the Wildcats were always in a position to win. “Defense is one of, if not the most important aspects of the game,” Desrochers said on what her defense means to the team. “I take pride in it and as a setter I need to play defense in the back first. Even before I set, it’s my first responsibility.” Other notable Wildcat performances came from Bekah Boyle with 20 kills and 16 digs as well as Kim Wright
with 11 kills, eight digs, two block solos and two block assists. These were crucial performances, because aside from Chico State dominating the second set 25-9, all the other sets came down to as little as 5 points at the most. Chico State was down by as many as nine points in a set and never gave in and made every set competitive. In the fourth set alone, there were 15 tie scores and nine lead changes. The Wildcats ended the fifth set with four tie scores and two lead changes to pull off the hard fought victory. “We like to give the fans some excitement and keep them on their toes,” Wright said about her teams need to cut things a little close. “A goal of ours is to win every fifth set. We love them and it’s when we shine the most.” Chico State volleyball looks to keep the winning streak alive at home on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. against California State University East Bay. “I expect us to come out with the same fire as today,” assistant coach David Irving said. “I’m expecting East Bay to come ready to fight. I hope it’s not another five-set
thriller but we’ll take care of business either way. We want to establish ourselves as leaders of the North and that’s what this weekend is for.” Ricardo Tovar can be reached at sportseditor@theorion.com or @rtovarg12 on Twitter. RICARDO TOVAR—THE ORION
Chico State’s #14 Kennedy Rice attempts to score a point against San Francisco State on Friday.
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Chico State’s #5 Lindsey Bryant gets ready to strike the ball on Friday against San Francisco State.
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#1 Junior Brooke Fogel getting ready Lucero Del Rayo-Nava Staff Writer
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hico State volleyball took on the California State University East Bay Pioneers on Saturday, but after a thrilling first set that saw a total of 17 tie scores and ten lead changes the Wildcats would lose in three sets 28-30, 8-25, 20-25. Both teams were neck and neck for most of the first set, never reaching more than a two point
to serve in the third set in a game against Cal State East Bay on Saturday. difference. The Pioneers gained momentum and ended up taking the first set 28-30. Going on to the second set East Bay wasted no time and took the lead 0-6, three minutes into the first set. Chico State got themselves on the scoreboard but their efforts did not make the cut and ended the second set 8-25. With spirits low in the third set, coach Cody Hein makes some bold substitutions that paid off in the overall performance.
Freshman #17 Gretta Kirkby had a total of three kills which were needed while trailing behind the Pioneers the whole third set. “The reason why we wanted to go to Gretta, is physically she sometimes doesn’t match well with her opponents but her spirit is phenomenal,” Hein said. The Wildcats were gaining momentum until one serve did not make it over the net giving both possession and another point to the Pioneers. East Bay took this
as an advantage and came out with the win 20-25. “I don’t think we did our fundamentals as well as we usually do. I think this just lead to a breakdown of our mental game and a breakdown of confidence. Which ultimately lead to that loss,” junior Bekah Boyle said. The team plays on the road a total of four times within the next eight days. Their first matchup will be on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. against San Francisco
State University. “I want to find a way to motivate my team to fire up. We can’t go out there and lose 8-25, we are not a 8-25 team,” junior Brooke Fogel said. Lucero Del Rayo can be reached at sportseditor@theorion.com or @del_rayo98 on Twitter.
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CHEATING
Alex Rodriguez admitted to steroid use which tarnished his reputation throughout the league.
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Steroids still negatively impact professional sports Conner Mcpherson Staff Writer
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n any given competition there are people who look for the easy way out in order to win. In poker, players will try to count cards. In video games, people will look at their opponent’s screen. And in sports, athletes use performance enhancing drugs, including steroids, to get an advantage. In sports like baseball, cycling and even football, steroids have been a major issue that sports have had to deal with. This even includes well respected athletes
like Barry Bonds, Lance Armstrong and Alex Rodriguez all getting asterisks by their names in the record books, after testing positive for steroid use. The United States Anti-Doping Agency started uncovering major steroid use in 2003 when they announced that they had found out about a laboratory in the Bay Area known as the Bay Area Laboratory Co-operative, which had developed an (at the time) undetectable steroid. This led to a long investigation, uncovering that several major athletes, including Barry Bonds and Jason Giambi, had used these steroids.
This discovery led to a huge debate and discussion among sports pundits, fans and athletes, who all wanted to have their voices heard on the issue. Some said that we need to crack down harder to prevent steroid use, while others thought that we should make them legal for athletes to use, as a way of leveling the playing field. However, due to their harm to the athletes, especially the youth, they were widely discouraged and professional sports made several attempts to eliminate the problem, including implementing suspensions, fines and more. Lots of athletes have since
apologized or expressed regret about their actions, and encouraged others not to follow in their footsteps, including former MLB superstars Mark McGwire, Barry Bonds and Alex Rodriguez. As the sun sets on these players careers, they were each overshadowed by their use of these drugs, and will continue to be. Bonds, Rodriguez, Armstrong and all the other athletes who used steroids will never be able to get over it. Two of the top five home run leaders were players who took steroids, including the number one home run hitter of all time. Seven different Tour de France
titles were stripped from Lance Armstrong due to the use of illegal steroids. The top three players for home runs in a season were all steroid users. These records are likely to never be broken for a long time, and the record books will forever be tainted by these players who took these steroids.
Connor McPherson can be reached at sportseditor@theorion.com or @theGOATMcphers1 on Twitter.
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Ricardo Tovar Staff Writer
Chico State women’s soccer striker Erin Woods has returned for her final season of California College Athletic Association eligibility. Woods graduated in the spring of this year with a bachelor’s in nutrition, but due to a broken ankle she suffered her freshman season, she was forced to redshirt and thus has this season left of eligibility. The 2017 United Soccer Coaches Third Team All-West Region selection leads the team in goals, points and shots on goal. So far the decision to finish her eligibility looks like a good one for her and the Wildcats. Now that you’ve played a couple games how do you feel about the team? After playing a few games we’re really excited about how the season is going to go. I think the midfield has finally gotten a rhythm and everything is starting to click. So, it’s getting creative instead of just like mechanical and we’re just really excited to see how it ends up. What is the best part about playing soccer for you? The best part about playing soccer is being on a team of like 30 girls and really having that
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bond over something we love. As well as being active and getting to compete at a collegiate level. It’s
health or nutrition. As well as playing a final year.
really fun.
What life lessons has soccer taught you?
You could have left after graduating. Why did you choose to come back to finish your eligibility? I choose to come back after graduating this year just because I’m not done with this team. I have one more semester left and I really want to finish strong. I feel like I have more potential and can do better this year. What legacy do you think you’ve left behind? We have a really strong leadership program in our Chico State women’s soccer team. Every year a coach recruits players that try and better the team in a character aspect not just a soccer aspect. And I’ve been a part of the program for four years now, this will be my fifth. So, I feel I left a strong imprint in that group. Hopefully people remember me as a leader.
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I’ve learned a lot from soccer. I think battling adversity, how to you know, when the going gets tough how to keep going. I think showing responsibility and accountability for your teammates and just being a good person overall. I think karma is true so if you’re working hard things will pay off. Who is your idol? Is it a soccer player? I don’t have very many idols. I think of a true role model to myself is my grandfather. Who always was just honorable and impeccable with his word. But on the soccer field I do have role models and the big stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. My favorite player is Gareth Bale. Ricardo Tovar can be reached at sportseditor@theorion.com or @rtovarg13 on Twitter.
Is there a plan to play soccer after college? I do have a plan to play soccer after college. I am currently talking to a few schools in England and I’m looking to pursue a masters in either public
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ARTS MUSIC SHOWCASE
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‘Candide’ delivers opera full of laughs and heart Alex Coba Staff Writetr
The accessibility of comedy and the sophistication of opera came together seamlessly at the Department of Music and Theater’s fall opera production of “Candide: An Absurd Musical Comedy”. “Candide” is one of those weird plays that makes you think “this can’t possibly good,”. Going into the play I definitely thought that this would be an unusual one to see. I am happy to say that not once did I have to look away or shield my eyes. This play, by far, blew my expectations. The play revolves around Candide (Valdis Birznicks). Candide is in love with Cunegonde (Lauren Sutton Beatie), the daughter of the Baroness (Joyce Christensen). War takes place and soon Maximilian (Christian Harrington), Candide, Cunegonde and Paquette (Bana Greenberg) are constantly split apart then subsequently brought back together, all while trying to find their happiness in life. The play is full of twists and turns and convenient plot points that add to the charm of the play. However, I found myself lost at times during the play just because there was so much happening all at once. You can easily forget that a character died earlier in the play only for them to reappear later on. It gets a bit confusing, but I found myself just going with it.
The Governor (Mark Metzger) (Right) and Maximilian (Christian Harrington) (Left) singing during a musical number.
Candide is a ridiculous play, to say the least, and the added confusion is part of the experience. There was no shortage of laughs during the show as the performers had the audience in stitches with musical numbers that had an incredible amount of humor. The show took full advantage of the fact that it was indeed an opera with musical numbers utilizing the (at times) ridiculous nature of the genre. The orchestra was amazing as a whole. The arrangements played beautifully alongside the actors and while it was a bit hard to hear the actors sing at times, there was no denying that those beautiful melodies really rounded out the show. I enjoyed the fact that even the orchestra was a part of the main
narrative at times. The conductor interjected during a coversation between two characters, to good comedic effect. The play runs around three and a half hours in total, yet the audience was kept engaged. I enjoyed Valdis Birznick’s portrayal of Candide as he brought the innocence of the character to the foreground. Watching Candide react to sticky situations was a big highlight because you could tell that he is trying to be a genuinely good person, but when he accidentally murders three people, for example, one can’t help but say “Oh, Candide”. Lauren Sutton Beattie’s portrayal of Cunegronde was a big stand-out as well. Beattie really brought out the ridiculousness of Cunegroud, who is definitely one
of the more out-there characters, and Beattie captured that nicely. The pair had great chemistry with a back-and-forth that was very entertaining to watch. Some parts in particular that stood out to me were when Cuneground finished a musical number and Candide comes in with the line, “I just heard an E-flat, is that Cuneground?” The cast as a whole was great. I especially appreciated Mark Metzger, who played several characters in the play, which itself was quite comical. The night ended with a standing ovation from the audience. Reactions toward the play were very positive. Attendee Michael Lang said he came with a low expectation but left really enjoying the play as well as having a few
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laughs. Another attendee, Connie Asquith, appreciated the dedication the performers had for the play.
“The craziness of the story was so interesting and (with) the quality of the singers and the performances, it was just great,” said Asquith. The Department of Music and Theater’s next opera will be Ned Rorem’s “Our Town” and will take place Jan. 25-26 in 2019. Keep an eye out for more performances on campus.
Alex Coba can be reached at artseditor@theorion.com or @ThatOneGuyCoba on Twitter..
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ON THIS DAY
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The Beatles’ ‘Abbey Road’ is a masterpiece the finale of the album into “Carry That Weight” finishing with “The End” in a drum solo for Starr and three rotating two-bar guitar solos between McCartney, Harrison and Lennon for a final
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e know the cover, and we still know some of the songs. Yet it seems incredible that the iconic “Abbey Road”, by The Beatles, is 49 years old today. It may seem impossible now, but the album received mixed reviews upon its release in 1969. Now, it is considered perhaps the band’s best album, for good reason. Recorded after what is considered The Beatles’ last album, “Let It Be”, its making took place after Paul McCartney and producer George Martin asked for a friendlier atmosphere free of the conflicts which had plagued the band for years. The resulting sound successfully reflects a band able to get past their differences long enough to produce a musi-
Now, it is considered perhaps the band’s best album, for good reason. cally tight, mature and complex piece of work. The band’s first two songs, “Come Together” and “Something” were released as a single and perhaps are its most played. The latter has reached a legendary status among love songs, particularly for being one of George Harrison’s best-known compositions. “Come Together” remains a classic Reflecting the style and tone of the four members, this album contains some of the most representative of their personalities.
Even on their way out, The Beatles were leaders to the future of music.
The cover of the album, “Abbey Road” by The Beatles. “Maxwell’s Silver Hammer” which supposedly annoyed the other band members, is a humorous track characteristic of Paul McCartney’s fondness for. “Oh, Darling”, in contrast, employs a Lousiana-inspired rhythm and blues style and with its rugged sound represents a step forward for McCartney’s usually clean vocal range. “Octopus’s Garden”, which is ironically one of the most-covered songs on the album, allows Ringo Starr to shine on lead vocals with a whimsical, quirky style. “I Want You” (She’s So Heavy)” returns to Lennon’s
writing with one of the longest tracks the band released. Using white noise building over the main riffs, “I Want You” shows a rich progressive rock influence, although beginning with a straightforward blues structure. The second half of the album begins with the timeless, simple “Here Comes The Sun”, followed by the harmony-rich “Because” before launching into its medley structure. “Here Comes The Sun” has earned a status almost separate from the album, perhaps because of its genuine joy and simplicity, making it one of the band’s most beloved to date. The
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magazine “NME” placed it at number 4 in its 2015 list of “The 100 Greatest Beatles Songs.” Starting with “You Never Give Me Your Money”, this piece of the album was a new step for the band, writing in pieces instead of in whole compositions, for 16 minutes in eight short songs. After the swampy, airy harmonies “Sun King”, Lennon added “Mean Mr. Mustard” and “Polythene Pam” followed by McCartney’s four brief songs, blended so seamlessly you have to listen several times over just to hear the genius of its mixing again. “Golden Slumbers” then begins
climax. Blink and you might miss the final 20 seconds, “Her Majesty,” which ended up finishing the album in the final cuts. Only The Beatles could so neatly end an album like this one. In two parts, this sprawling album represents how far The Beatles came throughout the decade. With such multifaceted work clear in each song, the amount of effort put in by all four members seems monumental even by today’s standards. represented yet another step forward for music from The Beatles. Even on their way out, The Beatles were leaders to the future of music. The album covers a wider variety of topics and ideas, yet at the end, it is telling that the band concludes with a simple message about love (after all, so much of their catalog was concerned with the many facets of love). Perhaps we would all do well to remember their final line to the world, at the end of an incredible career, focused instead on that love: “And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make.” Natalie Hanson can be reached at @artseditor@theorion.com or @NatalieH_ Orion on Twitter.
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COMIC REVIEW
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D.C.’s new black label releases the dark novel “Batman: Damned.”
‘Batman: Damned’ has weak but promising start DC’s dark label ‘mature’ rating produces mixed results and stirs controversy
Ulises Duenas Staff Writer
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C’s black label series has gotten a lot of buzz thanks to “Batman: Damned”. This is a new mini-series of graphic novels that promises to show a darker side of the already gritty hero. The first part of three brandishes an impressive art style and sets up a murder mystery where Batman is the prime suspect in the mysterious death of The Joker. Batman is aided by John Constantine, a detective who specializes in the supernatural. John’s narration throughout the comic does a lot to convey the themes of the story and the
mental turmoil that Batman is going through. This version of the Dark Knight is more vulnerable than usual. It’s an interesting take on a hero that always fights through all manner of pain and keeps his cool. “Damned” has gotten a lot of attention because of a few panels that show Batman’s exposed penis. The black label is supposed to be like an “R-rating” for certain comics that appeal more towards adults, but besides the brief moments of nudity this first chapter is pretty tame. The levels of blood and violence are average at best and there’s not much in the way of vulgar language or imagery. There
are some panels that border on disturbing, though. In all honesty, the random nudity seems like a cheap way of justifying its own rating. The art style of “Damned” is by far the most noteworthy thing about it. Lee Bermejo has done a phenomenal job of illustrating Batman’s dark and bleak world. The muted colors, harsh facial expressions and ethereal shading do a lot to create a sense of mystery and horror in the story. There are plenty of Batman comics with an edgier style and Bermejo’s work stands out even among those. The main problem this has so far is that so little about
what’s actually going on has been explained. There are flashbacks that show a young Bruce Wayne being a haunted by a witch that may not be real. The story begins with Batman being in critical condition, but the reasons why are still unknown. There’s something going on in Batman’s mind that is traumatizing to him, yet there’s no insight as to what it is. This first chapter does a good job of hooking in the reader, but Part Two needs to have the pay-offs that this lacked completely. “Batman: Damned” has a lot going for it, but story isn’t really one of those things. The supposed shift towards
a more mature audience hasn’t really come through either. The art style and overall presentation are very captivating, but not enough to carry the entire three-part story unless things start picking up fast. Despite its confusing beginning, this gets three stars.
Ulises Duenas can be reached at artseditor@theorion.com or at @OrionUlisesD on Twitter.
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REVIEW
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Netflix presents long dystopia story: ‘Maniac’ Ulises Duenas Staff Writer
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aniac” is a show that would have been better off as a two and a half hour movie. It has an interesting structure and setting, but lacks good pacing and relies too much on the mystery of its story. Owen (Jonah Hill) and Annie (Emma Stone) are two voluntary test subjects in a pharmaceutical trial. They, along with a small group of other subjects, are observed as they take a series of drugs that makes them experience fantasies. These fantasies are called reflections and each one brings them one step closer to overcoming their mental trauma. It’s an interesting concept, but the show spends more time reveling in how weird it is instead of letting the characters get where they need to go. The biggest problem with the reflections is that each one gets about the same amount of time to get through. It’s great when one of them hits their mark. It’s a chore when one of them doesn’t. The good side is that the writing can pick up some of the slack left by an uninteresting premise. Watching Owen and Annie rescue a lemur from a fur shop is fun. Watching them at a high society party isn’t. Emma Stone’s performance was great. At first her character seems too unlikable to care about, but her arc changes that. As Annie develops the nuances of Stone’s performance bring out the subtle changes in the character. By the end of the show Annie
Owen (Jonah Hill) and Annie (Emma Stone) from “Maniac” in the testing chamber. goes through some major changes and it makes her character a highlight of the show. Jonah Hill, on the other hand, is decent. Hill is good when he plays a character that’s supposed to be funny. His performances during the more dramatic scenes are stilted and dry. He always has the same expression on his face, like he doesn’t know where he is and is always bummed out about something. Even by the end of the show Owen doesn’t feel a character that has gone through major development. Justin Theroux’s character, Dr.
Mantleray, is also worth mentioning. The technology used in the trials was his invention and it seems like he needs the treatment more than anyone in the show. Mantleray’s complicated relationship with his mother is the source of a lot of humor and it plays a big part in the overall story. Another highlight of the show is the weird, dystopian version of the world that “Maniac” presents. People can earn extra money by watching ads, but it involves sending an actual person with pamphlets to show them to
you. You can also hire people to pretend to be your friend while you go out. There’s a lot of small touches that went into painting this strange version of reality and it makes for a really interesting setting. It makes me wish that the writers told a different story set in this world instead of the one told in the show. “Maniac” is an interesting show with characters that make the weirder parts of it easier to digest. There’s plenty of moments that seem shoehorned in for the sole purpose of making things confusing and wacky. It
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has a good story in its core, but it takes way too long to tell it. Overall, it’s worth watching if you have the time, but all the narrative fat the needs to be trimmed leaves this show at three stars.
Ulises Duenas can be reached at artseditor@theorion.com or @OrionUlisesD on Twitter.
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COVER
Grant Schmieding Staff Writer
He takes the stage, guitar slung over his shoulder. The strap tugs on his shirt collar. “I’m gonna take my glasses off so I don’t have to look at y’all,” he says. “Nothing against everyone—I just, you know, it makes me feel a little bit more at ease.” After a pause, Paraic King, a local musician, begins his first song. It’s the first Chico Unplugged competition by Student of the Arts (SOTA) at Madison Bear Garden, and King’s set is the last. His set quiets the crowd—it’s raw and filled with soul. His socks rub the hardwood floor as he plays. His eyes squint and his face winces as he plucks the strings on his guitar. The emotion on his face shows his love for music. King performs without hopes of personal gain or career advancement. He loves people, and relishes each crowd’s individual energy. The Orion sat down with King at his home music studio to discuss his music career. He made his personal studio in a small, well-carpeted shed behind his house, behind a thick, pleasant-smelling garden. It holds a drum kit, a piano, microphones and more. King is more at ease here. He explains that he’s been making music since age 15, starting with piano, and began playing guitar when he moved to Europe at age 20. He’s soft-spoken but full of stories. One gets a genuine sense of experience and character behind his words.
Instruments from Paraic King’s studio.
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Chico State Nursing student shows his love for music [Q]: Do you generally like playing solo shows, or do you like playing in bands? [A]: I just haven’t played with people in a long time because it’s, like, a relationship. I’m not down to play with just anyone… I have to get along with them and have a similar vision—that kind of stuff. And that’s kind of hard to find sometimes… I’ll jam with anyone, but as far as, like, doing a project, I’m, you know, a little bit more picky with that kind of stuff. [Q]: What are some modern-day musicians that influence the way you play or write songs? [A]: I don’t really listen to, like, a bunch of new music. And I don’t know all the cool stuff… I’ll find, like, one person, and I’ll listen to them for months straight. I went for a solid two months listening to only Fiona Apple, so she’s a big inspiration. And then I just love Kendrick Lamar so much. King rarely learns other artists’ songs. He’s recorded himself making music hundreds of times. But he only considers about 20 or 30 of his songs fully developed. He occasionally peers at the floor, layered with small carpets, while talking. He taps his feet—the shoes are worn, with mismatching laces. [Q]: Is your music more of a personal hobby, do you release any of your music on SoundCloud, Spotify, Apple Music, anything like that? [A]: Um, I put it up there, but, you know, there’s probably been like 10 people that will listen to it… I’m not trying to, like, sell things. My ideal is just to make music my whole life and give it away for free. [Q]: What are your future plans for your music career? [A]: I hope to be an old man one day that still plays
and is a lot better than I am right now. Um, I used to want to be a rock star and stuff. I was in a band that was trying to get signed and do the whole thing… But I just got so turned off by it all… It was, like, a lot of this egotistical kind of stuff going on, and, like, self-promotion and narcissism… I got so turned off, I just stopped playing music. And then I realized, it’s not music’s fault… anything can be corrupted. King feels nervous every time he performs on-stage. But years of practice have helped him overcome these nerves. He also currently sings in two choirs around the community and performed in last weekend’s Fall Opera Gala “Candide”. [Q]: Once you got over your performance anxiety, was there kind of a turning point when you started really enjoying being on stage? [A]: I’ve always been good at, like, crowd stuff… last night, I saw what was going on and I was like— people can’t hear in the back. And that was my thing… I’m gonna go in there and talk to the people in the back. And as soon as I did that, I felt everyone be quiet… It’s about listening. I changed the way I played the songs last night, due to the crowd. I did things I’ve never done with those songs… changed a little bit of the words, and changed the way I said them. Just because I felt the energy in the room... I like that. I just like talking to people. Currently studying nursing at Chico State, King doesn’t want to make his money through music anymore. But he hopes to continue playing music for people his whole life. Keep an eye out for him in our local scene. Grant Schmieding can be reached at artseditor@theorion.com or @G_Schmieding on Twitter
Paraic King sits in his home recording studio.
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EDITORIAL
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THUMBS Thumbs up to wearing condoms. Using one decreases the chance of contracting a STD. Thumbs down to the freshman 15. It’s hard to resist buying fast food when we’re so busy. Thumbs up to FutureFest. Student voices matter and it’s important to have their input on the university’s future.
Thumbs down to using steroids in sports. Many kids look up to professional athletes who are setting bad examples by cheating.
University Police needs to maintain its watchful eyes It’s clear that there is a need for more safety guidelines around campus. With homework, classes and extracurricular activities keeping
Police to keep us and our property safe, if they depend on cameras around campus that are turned off ? Also, why did they not do anything after our first visit, knowing crimes
students preoccupied, safety is not their number one priority. Therefore, as students we depend on the University Police Department to follow their mission statement in providing a safe environment for Chico State. This past week, I visited the University Police Department office twice. During the first occasion, I accompanied another student because her property was stolen right outside of the Bell Memorial Union. The campus officer informed us that if there was any chance of recovering any stolen property, it would have to be on camera or contain a serial number. So we decided to file a report to be able to view the footage, since we noticed cameras around the area. We were then informed by the officer that, the camera, along with other cameras around campus, were not functioning to their full extent. We left the station feeling hopeless at the possibility of recovering what was stolen or anything that may be stolen in the future. On the second occasion, I wanted to follow up on whether the camera was now functioning. The results were appalling, as it turns out, the cameras had been off during both of my visits and it made me wonder if they were ever turned on at all. How can we expect University
were happening where the cameras were off ? Why are they not making sure that they have adequate equipment and tools? We see officers come in and out of campus occasionally and they can’t be everywhere at once. If they rely on camera footage to solve crimes, then they should ensure that these areas with non-functioning recording devices are under a constant watchful eye. The point is that you shouldn’t put all your trust in UPD and the cameras around campus. As an adult in college, it’s obvious you must take on responsibilities that include taking care of yourself and your belongings. It would be helpful, however, if we had more assitance from the security technology put in place around campus. Karen Limones can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or @theorion_news on Twitter.
CALENDAR
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UPCOMING EVENTS Wed 26
Thu 27
Nooner Concert feat. Sunday Iris
Blacklight Bracelet Making
Check out Sunday Iris, a folk and indie band consisting of a singer/songwriter duo.
Associated Students Productions is hosting a bracelet making session. Materials to cre-
Come out to enjoy its raw, eclectic blend of indie-acoustic with a splash of Americana.
ate the bracelets will be provided and they can be used in preparation for the Basement
Where: Trinity Commons
Boogie Blacklight Edition on Saturday night.
When: Noon to 1 p.m.
Price: Free
Where: Bell Memorial Union basement
Chico Indoor Flea Market Don’t Store it, Sell it FAST!!
$40
Per weekend. Rent a 10 X 10 space with (2) Tables & Chairs
Uniuque array of vendors selling tools, furniture, clothes, pots & pans, household items, small appliances, antiques and one-of-a-kind collectibles.
Open Saturday & Sunday 8 to 4 p.m. 530-624-0020 FREE Parking & Admission 2347 Fair St. - Chico - Behind the Chevron/ Power Market
When: 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Koffee and Kudos The office of Alumni and Parent Engagement will be hosting “Koffee and Kudos.“ Coffee, tea, fruit and pastries will be offered, as well as a donut wall to take pictures. By donating one non-perishable food item to the Wildcat Food Pantry, you will be entered to win a swag bag. Where: Sapp Hall
When: 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Price: Free
Constitution Day Lecture: Free Speech on Campus with Dr. Erwin Chemerinsky Dean of UC Berkeley School Of Law Erwin Chemerinsky will be talking about free speech on campus. He is a nationally-renowned First Amendment scholar and has 10 books revolving around free speech and law. This event is hosted by the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, National Political Science Honor Society Pi Sigma Alpha and the Chico State Student Activity Fee. Where: Laxson Auditorium
When: 6 to 8 p.m.
Price: $10 Adult, $8 Senior, Free for youth, Chico State staff, faculty and students
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END OF THE WEEK PLANS
Fri 28 Open Mic Night
Hippie Sabotage
Associated Students Productions is hosting its second Open Mic Night of the semes-
This EDM duo will be playing at the Senator Theatre as part of their Lost California Tour.
ter. Share your talents with other Wildcats a great poem, song, dance or anything you
Brothers Kevin Saurer and Jeff Saurer started Hippie Sabotage in 2005 in Sacramento. All
have to entertain a crowd.
ages are welcome. To get tickets visit songkick.com, ticketweb.com or ticketmaster.com.
Where: Bell Memorial Union Basement
When: 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Where: Senator Theatre When: Doors open 8 p.m. show starts 9 p.m.
Chris Lake at El Rey
Price: $25 for general admissionto $85 for a Hippie Sabotage meet and greet
Blowout Entertainment, School of the Arts and EPIC Productions present Chris Lake at the El Rey theater. Lake is a music producer and DJ on the Black Book Experience tour. Must be 18 years or older to attend. Where: El Rey
When: 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Price: $30
Chemistry Seminar Chester Simocko from San Jose State University will be presenting a chemistry seminar called “Controlling Polymer Morphology Through the Primary Structure. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information contact Rana Marshall via email at rlmarshall@csuchico.edu or call (530)-898-5259. Where: Holt Hall 266
When: 1 to 2 p.m.
Price: Free
Powerful Presentations Workshop Learn how to captivate your audience by attending this workshop. Space is limited so be sure to register online. For more information contact Billy Harkness via email at wcharkness@csuchico.edu or call (530)-898-3835. Where: Glenn Hall 202
When: 2 to 3 p.m.
Price: Free
Sacred Art Tattoo Reopening
FREE TATTOO hug with every
804 Broadway St., Chico 530-592-3353 Expert tattooing & Body piercing sacredartchico@gmail.com
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WEEKEND EVENTS
Sat 29
Sun 30
Basement Boogie: Blacklight Edition
Pups and Popcorn
Bring your friends to Associated Students Productions’ blacklight edition dance
The Wildcat Recreation Center will be hosting ‘Pups and Popcorn’ to commemorate the end
party. Bring the blacklight bracelets from Thursday’s bracelet making
of the first quarter of the semester. Indulge on some popcorn while playing with friendly therapy
Where: Bell Memorial Union Basement
dogs.
When: 8 to 10 p.m.
Price: Free with Chico State ID
Where: Wildcat Recreation Center Lobby
When: 5 to 7 p.m.
Price: Free
Phi Kappa Tau presents Oasis Phi Kappa Tau will be hosting its annual “Oasis” concert at its chapter house. Proceeds from this concert will go to Phi Kappa Tau’s philathropuy Seriousfun Children’s Network, which sends terminally ill children to summer camp. Where: 611 W. 5th St. When: 9 p.m. to midnight Price: $15 presale, price will go up at the door.
North State Symphony: American Made Explore the sounds of two iconic American composers, Bernstein and Copland, who formed the music of the 20th century, gathering influence from jazz and the old west. The genre-defying Project Trio joins us for Scatter by Adam Schoenberg (not Arnold!) and other lighter and fun favorites. The Wall Street Journal hailed the Trio for its “wide appeal, subversive humor and first-rate playing.” Where: Laxson Auditorium When: 7:30 p.m. Price: $10 for students ANNE CHAMBERLAIN—THE ORION
Finish the end of the first quarter of the semester strong by playing with dogs and eating some popcorn at ‘Pups and Popcorn.’
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START OF THE WEEK
Mon 1
Tues 2
Pre-Medical Association Guest Speaker
Stand Up Fight Back
Dr. Anna Robertson will give a presentation based on her experiences and infomation
Justice 4 Desmond Phillips is hosting its recurring event “Stand Up Fight Back.” City
on applying to medical school. She will also speak on what it’s like to be a doctor and
council members will be listening to the community in order to find out how to make
share her experience in the professional medical field. Free food will be provided for at-
the environment safer, what to implement with policy changes and how to keep
tendees. For more information contact Pre-Medical Association Vice President Joshua
accountability for people’s actions.
Crane at jcrane6@mail.csuchico.edu or call (530)-774-5965.
Where: Chico City Council
Where: Holt Hall 268
When: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Various Hispanic and Latinx poems will be shared with all who attend. For more information contact the Office of Diversity and Inclusion via email at diversityoffice@ csuchico.edu or by phone at (530)-898-4764. When: 6 to 7:15 p.m.
Price: Free
Price: Free
Performance of Identity: A Latinx and Hispanic Poetry Reading
Where: PAC 134
When: 6 to 9 p.m.
UMatter Presents: Take Back Your Life: A Guide to Setting Yourself up for Success UMatter will be teaching about stressors that affect one’s mental health. Some stressors include stress, depression, anxiety and more. UMatter will help teach how identify each stressor and how to deal with it. Where: Student Services Center 122
When: 6 to 7 p.m.
Price: Free
Price: Free
Country Pumpkins Opening Day The Country Pumpkins patch in Orland is opening at 10 a.m. for the harvest season. All ages are welcome to pick pumpkins, adventure into a corn maze, slide down a hay stack slide, play in corn pits or pet animals in a petting zoo. Pumpkins range in price from $1 to $50, but the peeting zoo, hay pyramid slide and parking are all free. Only cash or checks are accepted so come prepared. Where: 7152 Highway 32, Orland
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Price: Free to attend. Corn maze costs $3 per person but free for children under four
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Bring family or friends to Country Pumpkins in Orland to harvest some pumpkins. There are plenty of activies for all ages.
OPINION POLITICS
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Our future is dependent on informed voting s young people we are the future of this country. What we do will alter the way of the world. However, we will not be effective in our actions
things are constitutional. It will determine if a president’s actions are acceptable according to the constitution. It will also weigh in on whether a law that congress puts forward is in line with the constitution. This is where Trump’s nomination power
if we are not educated on how things in our government work. We must research and then research again. If we don’t, we risk allowing certain people into our government who seek to control our everyday lives, based on their own skewed beliefs. This gives power to those who might seek to overturn powerful court decisions. Every vote we cast counts. Maybe you don’t see the effects of an election immediately, but a domino effect usually start slow before picking up speed. Think back to the 2016 election. Did you vote? Even if you voted, did you research the candidates? Maybe you did and you choose the lesser of two evils like many other voters. Regardless of who you voted for, President Trump was elected and because he’s in power now he got to pick the latest Supreme Court nominee, Brett Kavanaugh. Most of us briefly learned about the branches of government in middle school and then had a follow up in high school. However, high school seems like a distant memory, so a refresher never hurts. The Executive branch carries out laws, the Legislative branch makes laws and the Judicial branch interprets them. Simple, cut and dry right? Well kind of. The Supreme Court’s main function is simply to decide if
comes in as it could change constitutional law for years after his presidency comes to an end. Although the Judicial branch holds the ability to “check” actions. It is not up to them who sits as a member. The nomination is Trump’s choice, but the Senate also must have a majority vote to confirm the nominee. The Senate holds a trial to essentially grill the nominated Justice. This is where senators are given a chance to question the candidate until they either vote them in or not. Currently, our system is in the grips of trials to decide whether Kavanaugh should be the newest Supreme Court Justice or not. This part only works if you add the part I added above about Brett Kavanaugh. If he’s not mentioned prior to this, his full name must be worked into the story here. The main concern from many is his stance against a women’s right to choose. The majority of his stances and decisions lean conservatively. But the main controversy surrounding his nomination is the woman who accused him of sexually assaulting her. We still don’t know all the facts behind this sexual assault accusation, but this news goes to show how vital it is that we must stay informed about our countries leaders. No matter what side or political party they subscribe
Rachael Bayuk Staff Writer
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We should all be informed about the events in our society and vote to make things better. to, all leaders need to be held accountable. The idea of a leader’s decisions being rooted in religion isn’t uncommon in our government. In fact many politicians run with their faith being their best feature. I question why someone’s faith is so important. Especially given we should be separating church from state. I implore you all (those who ha-
ven’t already realized) to consider policy over party. Proof over religion. Do not just believe someone to be good because of the church they claim. Perhaps even more important than that, realize that just because your religion does not “approve” of something, does not mean it is wrong. I’m not coming into your church and telling you what to think so don’t try and come into my temple and
JAIME MUNOZ—THE ORION
tell me how to use it. Do your research and call your senators. Tell them your stance on Kavanaugh’s nomination and tell your representatives how you’d like to be represented. After all they are supposed to represent you, the people. Rachael Bayuk can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or @Bayuk Rachael on Twitter.
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HEALTH
OPINION
STD’s are no fun when it comes to sex kind of sex shouldn’t be happening. Someone who is drunk isn’t in the right mind. This is where a lot of transmission can be happening. If someone ‘sleeps around’ during a party night,
Rachael Bayuk Staff Writer
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eeping your health top priority in today’s sexual revolution.
We are living in the height of slur reclamation. Words such as whore, slut and bitch are now endearments empowered women give their ‘bitches.’ With this new wave of empowerment, there is a new age sexual revolution going on under the sheets of America. More young people are refusing to wait to get down to it. When rates of marriages are declining why wait for the goods of a situation you aren’t going to be in for ten years, right? This way of thinking of course leads to push back from of those who want the masses to ‘tame the beast’ or ‘act respectable.’ But our bodies should not be defined by the belief system of another. While this new revolution is awesome, sex isn’t all fun and games. Especially with Planned Parent getting attacked and other ‘family planning’ clinics being closed. This is less of a left or right aisle problem. But a clash of new and old ideas. This ideological wars tole is visible through the national increase of STDs. With funding and availability getting cut, less people are seeking treatment and tests for STDs. Yet more people are coming into the world of sex every day. In the fight to end a woman’s right to chose, conservatives have broke down the system for people to receive free or low cost treatment.
Trojan condoms can be used for safe sex. Stigmas are hurled at people who enter the doors of such places, to the point that people just aren’t going anymore. Shame is something else we as new thinkers should reclaim. Why should we feel bad for doing something natural? Something fundamentally human. The answer is we shouldn’t. Whether you are DTF or not, you should celebrate your bodies and the amazing things they can do. Consensual sex is awesome!
However, we have all seen the images of herpes and other infections circulating the internet and the dreaded 9th grade health class. However, we collectively don’t seem to be taking them seriously. We need to be our own first line of defense against STDs. Use condoms, there are all kinds made specifically for different situations and partners. Do your research and protect yourself. Remember that not all kinds of STDs show clear symptoms.
DOMINIQUE WOOD—THE ORION
People are carrying around these infections and not even realizing it. ‘Raw dogging’ and passing it on to the next person. However some people do know that have it, but just aren’t taking care of it. Keep in mind, that you can be held legally accountable for spreading an STD you knew you had. So respect yourself and your partners! A big problem In college towns, like our beloved Chico, is people hooking up after drinking. This
they might not even remember, or they can’t remember if they used protection, etc. A drunk yes, is not consent. If you are put in the situation say no, if the person truly likes you and wants to sleep with you, then they will definitely still have those feelings next Tuesday after a sweet dinner date. Don’t take advantage of people. Real sex, which is under no influence except human attraction is where the good stuff is at anyways. People who have vaginal genitals, have an increased risk associated with contracting an STD. These infections can spread and destroy other inner workings. Causing things that can lead to cancers or other long-term painful damage. Have conversations with your partners. If they don’t want to take your safety into consideration you shouldn’t be sleeping with them. Go get tested today! Hit up the campus health center, call your doctor, or look up clinics close to you. Utilize these places while they are at your disposal. The biggest part of this sexual revolution should be increased happiness… not increased illnesses. Rachael Bayuk can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or @BayukRachael on Twitter
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ADULTING
DIEGO RAMIREZ—THE ORION
Cofee withdraw is tough but worth it, reenergize yourself with fantastic alternatives.
Ease into caffeine breakup with these tips Rayanne Painter Staff Writer
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f you’re anything like me, an 8 a.m. class is hell on earth. The ritual starts right when you wake up; that first cup of coffee hits your lips within minutes of rolling out of bed, and by the time you finish your morning classes or morning shift at work, you might be on your third or fourth cup. You feel alive and energized, ready to conquer what the day has to offer. Then, mid-afternoon rolls around. Suddenly that energy disappears and everything feels slow again, as you might be more likely to take a nap rather than go to afternoon classes or run errands. This is referred to as the “afternoon slump”, which might
happen to non-coffee or caffeine drinkers as well, but is infamous for sometimes affecting people after their morning caffeine has worn off. The reason for this slump goes beyond just simply the lack of caffeine in your system. According to a study conducted by the Institute of Pharmacology and Neurosciences, caffeine binds with the same receptors that bind with adenosine, a neurotransmitter that makes us tired. Since the caffeine blocks adenosine, we are more alert while having it in our system. However, when our brains don’t regularly get enough adenosine, it creates more receptors, which makes us more tired when we don’t have caffeine to block those receptors. This creates a dependency on
caffeine, which is proven to have a multitude of health effects besides the additional tiredness after the morning has passed. There are many health-related conditions that the caffeine in coffee brings, but one of the most alarming is caffeine’s effect on the insulin your body produces. Caffeine causes insulin to surge, which leads to inflammation and increased stress hormones. At the same time, it causes decreased insulin sensitivity and can cause high blood sugar and a risk for cardiovascular disease. Now that we know that drinking excessive coffee and caffeine in the morning wrecks our bodies and late-day motivation, how do we break the cycle? As an avid coffee drinker, I know it’s hard to break the habit, and there are
still weeks where I fall off the wagon and end back up in that four cups a day danger zone. But, when I stick to these guidelines, I end up feeling less tired both in the mornings and afternoons without frightening health effects.
How to avoid caffeine withdrawal with easy coffee replacements: Drink water: Drinking six to eight glasses of water a day will not only flush out your system of toxins but will also help your body repair damages. Exercise: This will prevent fatigue in the morning, even if it’s just a quick walk or jog. Eat a nutritious breakfast: Replacing coffee with a meal in the morning will improve blood
sugar levels and substitute that dependence of needing to have a cup in the morning. Even just a handful of nuts or seeds will do the trick if you’re short on time. Drink green tea: This tea’s antioxidants are good for you and a few cups a day doesn’t have enough caffeine to do harm. If green tea isn’t your thing, there are many caffeine free teas with herbal benefits that are available at most grocery stores. Or, try out a sleepy-time tea if getting to sleep or getting enough sleep is an issue for you. Lastly, make sure to get enough sleep while trying to cut coffee out of your lifestyle. Rayanne Painter can be reached at theorioneditor@theorion.com or @rayphenomenon on Twitter
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O-FACE
OPINION
Lube can make sex more pleasurable experience Rayanne Painter Staff Writer
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ex shouldn’t hurt, of course, unless you want it to.
There’s a notion that exists among the younger generation that sex should be perfect while we’re young. And that any sexual struggle that occurs before our 40s inherently means that our bodies are “abnormal” or something needs to be fixed. But, we should know by now that nobody’s body is near perfect. As a college student in my 20s, I have heard many of my young friends complain about how their vaginal dryness and how it makes sex more painful and rough than what they’re comfortable with. This is no surprise; condoms break more often, vaginal or anal tears are more likely and dry sex is often uncomfortable. Not only is this a turn off to sex for those who experience it, but tearing during sex can be dangerous. Tearing can lead to infection of the area and possibly increased the risk of STI and HIV contraction if protection is not used. This all might sound terrifying, but there are ways to both decrease those risks and make sex more enjoyable for all parties involved. The magic ingredient in all of this is, you probably guessed it, lubricant. But should a young adult really need lube? Shouldn’t they be “wet” enough already? Every human body is different. While some people might not benefit as much from lube,
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Woman squeezing lube out of the tube it is normal for a young person to experience dryness before or during sex without the possibility of suffering from a serious condition or early menopause. It can be as simple as not drinking enough water, stress levels or how much exercise and what medications the person takes. The type of lube you use is important for sexual health as well. Depending on what type of sex you and your partner will be having is vital to the type of lube you need to use. Also, your body type has a large impact on what lubes will feel better to use. Water-based lubricants are perfect for those looking for
an inexpensive lube that won’t deteriorate your condom or your sex toys. It’s easily washed off in the shower as well, so there won’t be too much of a mess afterward. This is the type that I personally prefer because of the cheap cost, although a downside is that it tends to dry up halfway through and need reapplication. If water-based ends up as your go-to, I rarely buy my own as it is given away for free at the Student Health Center and Gender and Sexuality Equity Coalition (GSEC). Silicone-based lubricants last for a long time because they aren’t absorbed into the body in
the same way that water-based lubes are. It’s also waterproof, condom safe and contains fewer chemicals than most water-based lubes. But, be careful not to use it with silicone-based toys because it will break down the material and permanently damage them. Oil-based lubricants will last the longest out of any lube but are best used for partners who don’t use condoms. The oil in the lube will break down the latex and make it most likely to break or tear. Flavored lubricants come in fun and usually fruity flavors which can be used for oral sex, but they also contain sugar which can lead
to yeast infections after vaginal intercourse. All-in-all, lube can make sex more pleasurable for both you and your partner, but it’s important to stay safe no matter how many or few partners you come across. Do your research before buying any lubricant that will enter a body, and make sure it’s the right type that is suitable for both you and your partner. Rayanne Painter can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or @rayphenomenon on Twitter.
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LIFESTYLE
DOMINIQUE WOOD—THE ORION
Trying to fit into a pair of jeans that dont fit due to gain weight is somewhere we’ve all been.
Love yourself; weight gain in college Brooke Martin Staff Writter
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ove your ‘love handles.’ Tight jeans and extra weight around your waist means you’re a normal college student. Dining hall food, bottomless vodka and a lack of exercise are all culprits of weight gain in college. For the first time in their lives, college students are living unsupervised. They have no authority figure telling them to eat more salads or avoid alcohol. To make matters worse, students are too busy pulling all-nighters to
head to the gym. But the “freshman fifteen” isn’t the issue, the way students are judged for gaining weight is the real problem. Weight gain is mostly considered a bad thing, but it shouldn’t always be. Of course, if your body weight and body fat percentage are getting into an unhealthy range, then consider a lifestyle change. But a few pounds here and there won’t kill you. Gaining weight in college is normal and very common. Around 70% of college students gain weight according to a study by Auburn University. No matter how determined you
are to avoid gaining weight, the difficult adjustment from home to college doesn’t make maintaining weight easy. Students are changing so much mentally and physically that their body weight might fluctuate here and there, and that’s ok. College is an adjustment. It takes time to get a routine down, and get the hang of our newfound freedom and life. Making everyday choices, such as choosing your own groceries and forcing yourself to workout, are steps to becoming an independent, self-sufficient adult. If you are currently trying to
lose weight, then try utilizing the WREC (Wildcat Recreation Center). The WREC is Chico State’s gym and it is free to use as a student. If you easily get tired of the treadmill or lifting weights, you can try out one of the many free classes the WREC offers. Also, slow down on the alcohol if you’re trying to maintain your weight. While you may pay attention to the food you are consuming, you may be forgetting a source of substantial calories - alcohol. One serving of alcohol can range anywhere from 100-300 calories. When it comes down to it, we
only go to college for a couple of years and we go to Chico State: an amazing college with great restaurants surrounding the campus. Life is too short not to enjoy Schubert’s Ice Cream, Frankie’s Pizza, Aca Taco, or a bottle of Burnett’s. So, always love yourself and your body. There is nothing wrong with putting on a couple of pounds and developing a beer gut or a muffin top. Plus, didn’t you hear? ‘Dad bods’ are in! Brooke Martin can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or @bmartin471 on Twitter
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