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INSIDE Vol. 80, Issue 7 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 News Briefs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Apartment Leasing Concerns . . . 4 GSEC Hosts Period Week . . . . . . 6 GHB ‘Date Rape’ Drug . . . . . . . . 7 Arts #trending . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Chico Performances . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ‘Apocalypse’ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Artist of the Week . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Blotter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Editorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Softball Team Feature . . . . . . 16
Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Sports Track Recap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Basketball Next Generation . . 23 Basketball Recap . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Wildcat of the Week . . . . . . . . 25 Opinion O Face . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Sick in College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Guns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Crop Tops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Letters To . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Nebula . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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Women’s event to celebrate Native American culture Tisha Cheney Staff Writer
Three Native American speakers will come to Chico State for an event focusing on local tribes and women’s stories Tuesday. According to a news release, this event spotlights Betty Jo Smith of the Wintu Klamath tribe, Elizabeth Lara-O’Rouke of the Chilula, Hupa and Yurok tribes and Joyce L. Gonzalez of the Apache, Eastern Cherokee and Pueblo tribes. Through their storytelling, the speakers aim to educate community members and help them gain an appreciation for local tribes and their cultures with a focus on women’s experiences. There will also be a basketry exhibit showcasing the work of local artist Susan Campbell of the Hammawii Pit River, Washoe and Yahmonee tribes. The event will be held at the Bell Memorial Union Auditorium from 5 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. It is free and all community members are encouraged to participate. Tisha Cheney can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @orionnews_TC on Twitter.
Cops answer student questions Josh Cozine Staff Writer
Coffee and conversation filled the Marketplace Cafe when three campus police officers visited on Monday. The event, Coffee with Cops, started at 10 a.m., with a repeat at the Sutter Dining hall at 6:30 p.m. It was at the request of the Associated Students, arranged by Nadine Salas, A.S. commissioner of community affairs. She hoped to facilitate more positive engagement between University Police and students. Officer Lance Conlan sat with students
Xorge Lopez and Dan DeGraf and discussed at length topics including sexual assault cases, the growing homeless population and how police respond to people with mental conditions. One student, Denis Hardy, said she thought the experience was a great opportunity. “Everyone is concerned about safety right now,” she said. “It’s nice to meet the UPD officers who are here to protect us.” Josiah Nicholl can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @josiah_theorion on Twitter.
Hutchinson extends advisory vote on fee increases Natalie Hanson News Editor
President Gayle Hutchinson announced a student vote could affect proposed fee increases in an email sent to the campus Monday. The upcoming fee increases for students have been discussed at open forums on campus. According to the email, Hutchinson stated, “I was truly encouraged at the large number of students who turned out and participated in the evening forum.” The president announced she will now conclude the fee-adjustment process with an advisory student referendum vote. This vote will take place in late April. Hutchinson stated that the results of the referendum shall be taken into consideration prior to a final decision. She also encouraged students to become informed about the proposed fee adjustments, submit a vote online and attend an open forum. “While the decision to modify campus-based fees is ultimately made by the president, I want the process to be transparent and inclusive so I can take your voices into account when I make any and all decisions,” Hutchinson stated. Natalie Hanson can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @NatalieH_Orion on Twitter.
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GSEC coordinators hosted the first ever Queer Prom at Chico State on March 3.
Queer Prom offers free entertainment and community Alejandra Fraga Staff Writer
The Gender and Sexuality Equity Center organized and brought to campus its first Queer Prom dance Saturday at the Bell Memorial Union Auditorium. The event consisted of drag show performances, dance performances and DJ performances conducted by KCSC Radio. Free desserts and non-alcoholic beverages were provided as well. “My hopes in putting on this event was getting people that comfortability of having a safe drug-free and alcohol-free space and being willing to be who they are in any kind of setting,” said Drew Belisle, a coordinator. “But preferably get to know people that might identify as them and being able to build that family connection.” The event was free for all students with a suggested donation of $5 to $10. “I’m really hoping that we get the hype up and set the standard in being able to
acknowledge Chico as a diverse community, but also diverse in genders and sexualities and being able to have that safe space here and to keep this legacy going on in the future,” Belisle said. GSEC partnered with the Chico State Office of Diversity PHOTO COURTESY OF DEISI and Inclusion, AGUIRRE Stonewall Alliance Miyah K. Chic performs Center, Prime at the prom. Time Productions and KCSC Radio to bring this event to campus. Alejandra Fraga can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @alifragster on Twitter.
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APARTMENTS
Off-campus housing alters leasing process Mathew Miranda Staff Writer
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umblings of aggressive leasing tactics being used by certain Chico property managers have been
stifled in recent days after an outbreak of rumors spread across campus in February. After receiving a forwarded email regarding the new off-campus properties and possible new marketing strategies being utilized, The Orion spoke with Dan Herbert, director of off-campus student services, on Feb. 13. Herbert said he began hearing stories in November about the Chico housing market being more aggressive than previous years. “Definitely been a different leasing season this year, with a lot of new beds being built in Chico,” Herbert said. “There’s almost a thousand new beds being opened in town, so I’m not surprised there’s going to be folks that are being a little more ambitious in their strategy to bring students into their housing. The most unusual story heard by Herbert was a student who believed they signed an application to see if they were qualified and later returned to say they were no longer interested in the apartment, the student was told they had signed a binding agreement and was locked into a lease. “I’ve been in Chico for 45 years, as a student and then as a business owner, and I’ve never seen that kind of aggressive strategy,” he said. Herbert said that over a two week period in the beginning of February that at least a dozen students voiced concerns to him about leasing issues. “Students are saying they are getting locked into agreements that they weren’t realizing they were getting into,” he said. Herbert elaborated on the issue, saying that properties in Chico may have more
liberal application standards and some students may not be fully aware or experienced enough to understand the power of their signature. “At 18 years old, you sign a contract and you’re bound by it and that’s something
students who had previously not secured a guarantor to inquire about their desires to stay with the apartment complex or to give them the opportunity to opt out. “Up to this point, students were obligated under the terms of the lease even if they
“About half of that group (those unable to secure a guarantor) still wanted to hold on to that lease because they wanted to continue to work to get the process completed,” Clarke said. “(The other) half (either) didn’t contact us back or (when)
not everybody grasps,” he said. “I want people to give as much thought to (signing a lease) as they would when they’re going to a car lot.” Although Herbert would not confirm any of the rumors, he did speak to new off-campus properties having a faster application process. “It certainly seems like we’ve turned a corner on how the application or lease signing process takes place for student housing in 2018,” he said. On Feb. 13, The Orion also spoke with Cesar Alvarez, a Chico State freshman who believes he was tricked into signing a lease by one the new off campus properties. Alvarez stated he was unaware he had signed a lease until receiving an email from The Post On Nord congratulating him on choosing to house with them. At the time, he believed he signed an application to reserve a spot at the apartment complex. Alvarez also said that the employee he signed this “hold” application with did not ask for a source of income or for a guarantor. A guarantor is someone who is financially responsible for a renter’s debts if he or she can no longer make payments. Three days after the initial meeting with Herbert, The Orion received an email from him regarding The Post on Nord and AMCAL Multi-Housing Inc., the owners of the property. The email stated that the property owners want to provide the students time to “consult with trusted family or friends before obligating themselves for an $8,000 (to) $10,000 lease based upon an impulsive on-the-spot decision.” The Post on Nord contacted all the
were unsuccessful in obtaining that backup support,” AMCAL stated in the email. The Orion was put in contact with AMCAL’s Senior Director of University and Market Rate Housing Stephen Clarke and Carol Schwartz, AMCAL’s project manager. According to Schwartz, applicants now have 14 days to secure a guarantor if they cannot meet The Post on Nord’s rental criteria. However, Schwartz clarified that each individual is reviewed and a decision is made whether a guarantor needed. Prospective residents must present proof of a credit score of 500 or above, have a verifiable source of income or verifiable employment in this country and a total monthly income that is at least three times the sum of the highest installment rate. Schwartz also said the policy change does not consider a lease to be completed unless a guarantor, if required, signs. In all cases, now and previously, there is a 72hour grace period after lease is completed during which prospective residents can cancel the lease without penalty. For instance, if it takes 13 days for the guarantor to sign the lease, a student still has a 72-hour grace period to change his or her mind. Schwartz explained the reasoning behind the policy change. “We understand that it takes some time, parents are busy, students are busy at school, so we felt two weeks would be an appropriate time,” she said. When asked how many students had decided to opt out of their obligation, Clarke said that about half wanted to continue with the leasing process.
we contacted them they didn’t want to move forward, so we canceled it.” Clarke made sure to clarify that only a handful of students chose to opt out, compared to those who have already leased at the property, which according to Schwartz that 42 percent have preleased. When asked to comment on claims that The Post on Nord uses aggressive tactics or tricked students into signing a lease, Clarke stated, “I don’t think that’s true, that’s not how we operate.” “As soon as we were informed that there were students that were not happy, we immediately took action to make sure we were doing the right thing,” Schwartz said in response to the claims. In a second interview with Herbert after the policy change, he stated the reports of aggressive market strategies had stopped completely. “We haven’t had any concerns at all almost since the day we talked,” Herbert said. “Things have really resolved themselves specifically (since) The Post on Nord was willing to make some changes to their policies.” Herbert continued to speak highly of The Post on Nord saying they were responsive to his concerns and came up with an amicable solution. They even offered some low-cost housing to students with emergency housing needs. “This shows these are property owners that I can work with on a regular basis and feel very comfortable recommending our students to live in these places,” he said. Ultimately, Herbert still wants students to take their time when deciding where to live so that they make an educated decision
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that they will not regret for years to come. “As a father of three who sent his kids through college, I do not want to see a student be jeopardized in their college education because they over committed to their rental obligation,” he said. “There’s nothing worse than seeing someone over-obligate themselves and then be stuck for years to come because they have to get new student loans and more debt to cover
Students in need of assistance regarding off-campus housing can visit the off-campus student services website, which provides resources for rental housing tools, the housing certification program, roommate compatibility surveys, sample roommate agreements, finding roommates and current Chico property listings. Students are also encouraged to stop by Kendall Hall 110 to speak with
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Herbert. These students can request
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an appointment by calling his office number, (530) 898-6131.
Mathew Miranda can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or on @MattMSports on Twitter.
“At 18 years old you sign a contract and you’re bound by it and that’s something not everybody grasps. I want people to give as much thought to (signing a lease) as they would when they’re going to a car lot.”
“This shows these are property owners that I can work with on a regular basis and feel very comfortable recommending our students to live in these places.”
Dan Herbert, director of off-campus student services, works to offer support for students who want to live off-campus.
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UPCOMING EVENT
GSEC presents Let’s Talk About Periods Kelsi Sibert Staff Writer
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or the past three years, Chico State’s Gender and Sexuality Equality Center has hosted an event focusing on menstruation and women’s health. This year it’s called Let’s Talk About Periods. Let’s Talk About Periods is a will be held on March 13 and 14 on the Chico State campus. The event is free and open to all students. “Our whole idea behind Let’s Talk About Periods is to talk about issues surrounding menstruation and also trying to de-stigmatize a lot of people’s ideas about menstruations,” said Mikaela “Mikie” Weidman, GSEC women’s program coordinator. The event’s first day will consist of tabling and a menstrual product drive. GSEC, Health Education and Promotion, Community Action Volunteer in Education, Public Health Clinic, Wildcat Food Pantry and Red Artemis will be attending the event and tabling. Every organization will be talking about a different topic concerning women, menstruation and women’s health.
“Our whole idea behind Let’s Talk About Periods is to talk about issues surrounding menstruation and also trying to de-stigmatize a lot of people’s ideas about menstruations.” Mikaela “Mikie” Weidman, GSEC women’s program director
“A lot of tampons and pads are very expensive, so its hard for a lot of students (to access them), so being able to provide free tampons and pads for them is really important because when it comes around (to) that time of the month for them they may not have something, so we’re just trying to do our best to provide for people who can’t.” Mikaela “Mikie” Weidman, GSEC women’s program director The Public Health Clinic will be tabling and speaking about birth control, GSEC is making heating pads for menstrual cramps at their table and the Wildcat Food Pantry will be doing a pop-up pantry. The menstrual drive will focus on providing products like pads and tampons to those who may not have easy access to them. All products from the drive will be donated to 6th Street Center for Youth and the Wildcat Food Pantry. “A lot of tampons and pads are very expensive, so its hard for a lot of students (to access them), so being able to provide free tampons and pads for them is really important because when it comes around (to) that time of the month for them they may not have something, so we’re just trying to do our best to provide for people who can’t,” Weidman said. The event will also consist of a
self-love workshop, led by Chico State Professor Lindsay Briggs, which focuses on body positivity and a period painting activity. “One of my goals is definitely to get a lot of people (on) board with the menstrual cusp,” said Carley Hall, women’s program intern. “Another goal is to get a lot of people to go to that (selflove) workshop and create what they feel.” The second and final day of the Let’s Talk About Periods event will consist of a uterine and body health workshop that takes place in Bell Memorial Union 203. “One of our workshops is uterine care and body care, so I’m hoping people will know (how) to tell if something is off about their body and be able to detect that stuff and be healthier,” Weidman said.
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Mikaela “Mikie” Wiedman is organizing the Let’s Talk about Periods event on the Chico State campus.
The menstrual drive will focus on providing products like pads and tampons to those who may not have easy access to them. The event is aiming to help women and inform them about their bodies, what goes on inside and clear up misconceptions about their bodies. “We’re just trying to promote how amazing people’s bodies are, that they’re able to produce stuff like this and also give knowledge on certain things that students may not know,” Weidman said. Kelsi Sibert can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or on Twitter @ksibertofficial
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Carley Hall, women’s program intern, is ones of the several interns organizing the Let’s Talk about Periods event.
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Enloe denies ‘date-rape’ statistic in Facebook post Lizzie Helmer Staff Writer
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n a Facebook post on Feb. 20, Joe’s Bar stated that Enloe Medical Center had
reported 10 cases of the “date rape” drug GHB in the past two months. Representatives from Enloe Medical Center said they have no idea where those numbers came from. “In the emergency room itself it is not common for us to test for GHB just in a person coming into the ER,” said Judy Cline, director of emergency department, prompt care and trauma services at Enloe. “Mostly because it’s a test that we have to send out to an outside laboratory and it can take up to a week for us to get the results back.” In the case of sexual assault, Enloe Medical Center sends toxicology tests out to law enforcement, and they don’t get the results back. “I don’t know where that (Joe’s Bar) information came from exactly, I do think that it’s always good to raise awareness that there are predators out there,” Cline said. “(GHB) is definitely an easy drug to disguise, especially in an adult beverage. It’s tasteless (and) it’s colorless so it is something that we’ve known for years does happen in the local scene.” Employees at Joe’s Bar did not want to be interviewed,
“If someone suspects they’ve been sexually assaulted or has been sexually assaulted, the first thing they should do is come to the hospital right away so we can start the healing.” Jacqueline Winters-Hall
but when asked about where the information came from, a worker said that a “concerned parent” called the bar and gave them the tip. Jacqueline Winters-Hall, the sexual assault forensic exam team coordinator at Enloe Medical Center, wants people to be aware of how Enloe handles sexual assault patients. “If someone suspects they’ve been sexually assaulted or has been sexually assaulted, the first thing they should do is come to the hospital right away so we can start the healing,” she said. Enloe Medical Center has a team of seven forensic nurse examiners that provide an exam to collect evidence to send to law enforcement if a patient chooses to. “They do not have to (report it to the police),” Winters-Hall
said. “We talk to them about what happened to them and we’ll call advocacy to talk to them too.” The Joe’s Bar post had over 400 shares on Facebook and even though Enloe Medical Center denies the statistic, they want students to know that drug facilitated sexual assault is a danger for them. “Joe’s Bar post did raise the question of GHB, but truly the most common drug used in drug facilitated sexual assault is alcohol,” Winters-Hall said. “People need to be careful of what they’re drinking and who they’re drinking with.”
SCREENSHOT OF JOE’S BAR FACEBOOK POST
Joe’s Bar’s Facebook post about GHB got over 400 shares.
Lizzie Helmer can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or on @lizziehelmer on Twitter.
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Judy Cline is the director of the emergency department, prompt care and trauma services at Enloe Medical Center.
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Jaqueline Winters-Hall is a coordinator for the Sexual Assault Forensic Exam Team at Enloe Medical Center.
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Another great night for music as @asprochico presented @theriversidefolk at the BMU Auditorium. (Photo by @aubrieannmarie)
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Chico Performances connects the university with community
Hannah Yeager Staff Writer
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here is a chance that almost every student has seen the posters displayed around Laxson Auditorium advertising the next large performance or speaker coming to Chico. Shows like Cirque Eloize that just recently performed on Feb. 13 and Radiolab host and producer, Jad Abumrad who came to Laxson on March 3, come multiple times throughout each month, provided by the university service called Chico Performances. These events are not just open to students. These performances and shows are open to the community as well as part of the University Public Engagement program. According to the webpage, UPE “manages the Chico Performances presenting program, the National Public
Radio affiliate Northstate Public Radio KCHO & KFPR, the University Box Office, and the historical performance venue Laxson Auditorium.” Laxson Auditorium is one of the historical buildings at Chico State and is part of the original campus. The first event to ever take place in Laxson was an assembly on June 4, 1931. Laxson Auditorium just celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2011 and, seven years later, is still presenting multiple events throughout the semester. This program is one of the departments that branches off of the Office of University Advancement. “University Advancement is dedicated to engaging alumni, parents, and the community in The Chico Experience,” according to the Office of University Advancement website. Coming up on the Chico Performances’ schedule for
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Felix Pouliot performs an acrobatic stunt far above the ground. March are the “The Songs of Stevie Wonder” by Uncle Dad’s Art Collective on both March 9 and 10, Goitse Celtic Music on March 18 and Buddy Guy, a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, on March 20. Coming out and supporting programs like UPE by attending Chico Performances’ events will not only support something that
is made to bring the community and students together through speakers and music, will add to the experience of both students and community members as they learn how the other parts of Chico live. Hannah Yeager can be reached at artseditor@theorion.com or @Hannah_K_Yeager on Twitter.
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Even the horses get gas masks on the battlefield.
‘Battlefield 1’ ends with ‘Apocalypse’ expansion Ulises Duenas Staff Writer
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attlefield 1’s expansions and updates have done a great job of improving a game that felt lacking before. The final DLC called “Apocalypse” adds in some good stuff, but it doesn’t feel like the big sendoff that the game needed. The main draw of these expansions are always the new maps. “Apocalypse” adds Passchendaele, River Somme and Caporetto as normal maps along with Razor’s Edge and London’s Calling as air only maps. The normal number of added infantry maps is four
so even though there are two air maps the overall amount of content feels lower than usual. The dogfights in Razor’s Edge and London’s Calling can be fun, but it starts to feel stale after a while. Piloting a plane in these games is supposed to be special since there’s always a limited number that appear in any given match. Always being in a plane and shooting at other aircrafts loses its luster when it’s all you can do, especially since the air combat doesn’t feel very good to begin with. One of the biggest criticisms against “Battlefield 1” has been that despite its World War I
setting, the game’s multiplayer doesn’t have a lot of trench warfare in it. “Apocalypse” doesn’t really change that. It seems as though maps like Passchendaele and River Somme have a bigger focus on trench warfare, but the problem is that matches aren’t decided in the trenches. Staying in trenches is a great way to get a lot of kills, but if you’re out to capture points in conquest, the game’s most popular mode, then it’s often easier to run on the surface and find a good flank before going into a trench. The close quarters fighting can be a lot of fun when dozens of
players are constantly flooding in, but the constant threat of grenades is annoying. The added weapons like the RSC SMG and the Ross MkIII rifle are easy to unlock and fun to use. It’s hard to properly balance new weapons with added expansions and while not every added weapon feels viable the fact that even a couple of them are better than a good amount of pre-existing guns is nice. “Apocalypse” is a mixed bag overall. Its main problem is that it’s supposed to be the end of “Battlefield 1,” before the team moves on to the next thing and in that regard it falls short. The
game is still a lot of fun to play, but that’s mostly because this builds on an already solid foundation. The highs of the excitement and spectacle of combat is worth putting up with the lack of content and earns this expansion three stars.
Ulises Duenas can be reached at artseditor@theorion.com or @OrionUlisesD on Twitter.
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Mitchell Kret Staff Writer Mitchell Kret can be reached at artseditor@theorion.com or @theorion_news on Twitter.
Who are you? I think I’m a human. This is the start of my third year here (at Chico State) as a transfer student. I’m a studio arts and art education double-major and (an) art history minor. I’m emphasizing in printmaking and trying to do glass blowing as well and merge together.
When did you start making art? The earliest I can remember is kindergarten, doing a s***-ton of drawing. My mom got me the big ol’ box of crayons with the sharpener. And honestly, since then there has never been another thought in my mind but ‘I’m going to be an artist,’ and that’s it. I don’t know why there was never a second backup plan but hey… I didn’t research this school, I just came once and I was like, ‘ooh trees,’ and I realized the art department is really strong here and printmaking is really prominent here and we are one of three CSUs who counts glassblowing toward your major. So my first semester here somehow I took intro to printmaking and intro to glass and from there just went off, just fell in love.
What inspires you? This feels kinda generic, but literally everything. Anything like my friends or little things like small rocks on the ground, huge events in my life, emotions, ideas. Anything that sparks my mind. It seems like a lot of people have one prominent thing but I find inspiration from everything, even from you, doing what you want to do, that’s inspiring. Marisa Segovia is a third-year Chico State student who specializes in printmaking
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What is your process? (My process) varies because even with glassblowing, you can do like slumping or cold working, you can do hot glass, so it depends what I want to work on. In printmaking, there’s like four ‘main’ techniques like relief, woodcut, lino and then screenprinting is what I usually do, but then there’s etching and lithography which is carving into limestone, so it depends on what technique I’m doing. My teacher would like me to start with my sketchbook for ideas, but usually, I like to do everything in my head and then I honestly work well under pressure when there’s like two days to a deadline. These last four nights I’ve been in school just pulling all-nighters doing my s*** because my teacher comes back tomorrow. My process is pretty varied it depends what I’m creating I guess. I know I want to make s***, I just got into the BFA program so that’s more pressure because they want you to have an unrealistic amount of time along with the other stuff.
When did you take up the teaching side of art? I always kinda wanted to teach, but not really primarily. My junior year of high school I had a teacher who was out there. She was into fairies, believed in weird s***, but she was completely behind us with everything we did. So I realized that teachers can make huge differences. Everyone probably knows how it is like there are teachers that can have s***** qualities about them and then there are good qualities. I want to be the teacher that pushes people to go forward with their life instead of discouraging them with bad grades like I want to see people succeed, so I probably realized when I was in high school.
Plans after graduating? Whenever I do graduate I’ll probably stay here working at the sandwich shop I work at and save money. I want to go to either San Francisco or Oregon because I need a city for the type of stuff that I like. While the art community here is great for artwork, there’s no way I would be able to flourish the way I want to and I need constant inspiration and I’ve taken a lot from Chico in the past three years. I need to go somewhere where there’s s*** everywhere. Some people might be distracted by that but for me, it’s just more inspiration like let’s do it.
These are the first three photos in Sergovia’s series. ALL PHOTOS BY SEAN MARTENS
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The police blotter is a selection of information cited directly from the Chico Police Department and the University Police Department.
Man arrested for fatal shooting in Oroville
Call Type: Campus Stay away Order Monday 3:59 p.m., Kendall Hall A man was caught lighting fires in front of the building. Call Type: Welfare Check Tuesday 8:07 a.m., Modoc Hall Four individuals were walking in and out of the bathrooms while carrying all of their belongings. Call Type: Welfare Check Tuesday 5:02 p.m., Colusa Hall A lost motorist was driving on the sidewalk looking for the hospital. Call Type: Vandalism Wednesday 1:17 p.m., Arts and Humanities Building An unknown person has been locking themselves in the unisex bathroom during the night. They damaged and stole property. Call Type: Trespassing Thursday 6:32 a.m., Deen House Someone was attempting to move into a vacant building. Items were found stacked up on the porch.
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Josiah Nicholl Call Type: Refusing to Leave Monday 7:28 a.m., 200 Cohasset Rd. A man was told not to shower in the gym locker room because he is not a member. The man became angry and threatened to cut people. Call Type: Drunk in Public Monday 8:57 p.m., 1000 W. Sacramento Ave. A bearded man smelling of urine and alcohol was laying in front of Safeway. Call Type: Threats Tuesday 11:05 a.m., 900 Esplanade A juvenile threatened violent action stating, “This is the day I’m going to shoot up the school.” A picture on Snapchat was found of the juvenile posing with a double barrel shotgun. Call Type: Resisting Arrest Wednesday 3:43 p.m., Bruce Rd./Hwy. 32 E. A woman holding a chihuahua did not want to go to jail for undisclosed offense. Call Type: Trespassing Thursday 3:38 p.m., 400 Rio Lindo Ave. A man broke down a gate for a place to sleep.
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A man was caught and taken into custody Sunday for fatally shooting another man in Oroville this weekend. Oroville police first responded when they were dispatched to the Oroville Hospital at 2:45 a.m. Sunday after a call about a patient who had a gunshot wound to the head. The person who brought the patient to the hospital fled the scene before officers arrived, according to a press release from the Oroville Police Department. Doctors were unable to save the victim, identified as 22-yearold Adam Krater, and he was pronounced dead at the hospital. After a lengthy search, officers located 25-year-old Noah Gonzales at 9:30 a.m. Sunday and took him into custody for questioning in connection to the murder. A firearm was also recovered that police believe was used to shoot Krater. It is currently unknown what led Oroville police to determine that Gonzales was the suspect, as they have not released the motive behind the murder, where the shooting took place or where they located Gonzales. Following his interview with officers, Gonzales was promptly booked into Butte County Jail for the murder of Krater. His bail is posted at $1 million. Josiah Nicholl can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @josiah_theorion on Twitter.
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THUMBS Thumbs up to an eventful Academy Awards! Jimmy Kimmel hosting, the #MeToo campaign and the celebration of diversity. Thumbs down to the rumors about GHB, the ‘date rape’ drug being back in Chico. Thumbs up to the hard work of The Orion staffs from spring and fall semesters in 2017. We love awards! Thumbs down to everyone continuing to get sick. It feels like it will never end!
Say not anymore to Not Anymore Since we were kids, there has been little to no education about sexual assault and now that we are in college, a one-hour video is supposed to give us all the answers? Not Anymore is not enough. Not Anymore is an online program aimed at college students to educate them on sexual assault. What is it, how to spot it and how to prevent it are all included in this hour-long program that features videos, quizzes and polls. Throughout college, Chico State students are required to participate in this program yearly in order to register for classes. However, the number of students who actually take this program seriously is slim and Not Anymore is not the best way to get a real conversation started about sexual assault on campus. Not Anymore is factual, offers good advice and is well put together. The program not only focuses on hookups but also dating violence, sexual assault in the LGBTQ community and includes accounts from students with disabilities. This is not to say that the program itself is bad because it’s not. But the program is not the best way to get this information to students, make sure that they will retain it
and critically think about it. It can be argued that Not Anymore is only in place at Chico State because it helps our campus comply with the Title IX laws for federal funding. There are still a large number of reports coming out about sexual assault and rape culture is still extremely prominent on campus. It’s clear that this program is not the solution to ending rape culture and sexual assault. If we are finally ready to get serious about sexual assault, computer programs talking about it should be recognized as not enough. Incoming students, Greek students and all students should be required to sit down, in person and have an honest, non-judgmental, open conversation about sexual assault. Why it’s seen as natural in college, why students are afraid to come forward and how to change the mindset of the campus to a healthier one. The Orion editorial is a collaborative effort of the entire editorial board.
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The green ribbon symbolizes our team
motto, ‘go green.’ That basically means that everyday we commit to having a
positive, hard working, selfless mindset.”
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Wendy Cardinali (left), shortstop, and Ari Marsh (right), rig their cleats motivates the team and this mindset has helpe
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e’re ready to bring the fire,” said Kristin Worley, sophomore outfielder, just after the Chico State softball team won their first five games of the season. The team is now 18-1 on the season with a national ranking reaching as high as No. 7 in Division II softball from the National Fastpitch Coaches Association over the weekend. The Wildcats have set the bar high for themselves
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this season and are quickly showing fans that they are determined and are ready to conquer the ultimate goal, the national championship. The ’Cats grit and hard work is showing through impressive numbers coming from the offensive end along with outstanding pitching and defense. Combined, the team already has 20 home runs on the season with more than half of a season to go and is beginning to eye the 27 needed to break the Chico State record. The record currently stands at 26. Claire Wayne, junior catcher, has four home runs this season and dedicates her growing success as a hitter to constant practice and trusting the process. “I work a lot outside of practice, a lot of tee work and repetition has really helped my hitting explode even more this year,” Wayne said. With all the success the ’Cats have seen this season, Ari Marsh, junior right fielder, gave some insight into what she and other players believe may be a possible key to success. The Wildcats’ softball players all wear a green ribbon tied to the laces of one of their cleats and Marsh explained the reasoning behind it: “The green ribbon symbolizes our team motto, ‘go green.’ That basically means that everyday we commit to having a positive, hard working, selfless mindset. It’s almost like a stop light. Yellow light means we may be slacking or not mentally there and red light means you’re not there at all or that you’re just being a bad teammate. So if we ever feel like we aren’t focusing or things might not be going our way, just take a look at our shoe lace and it’s a helpful reminder that we aren’t here individually, but here for each other as a whole.” Along with Wayne and Marsh, fellow teammate, Wendy Cardinali, junior shortstop, has shown great success behind the plate. Cardinali is a transfer from Fresno State, which is a Division I team, but she finds that playing at Chico
State has been nothing but a good time. “When I chose to play for Chico, I knew how well they played in the past years and especially this year’s team since there is so much talent and drive,” Cardinali said. “I love the game so much and being here in Chico makes me love the game even more.” Cardinali has 12 RBIs and three home runs on the season, including one in her first at bat as a Wildcat. Cardinali echoed Marsh about the ribbon saying, “It symbolizes to always have a confident and positive attitude, always supporting your teammates, along with going all out on a play or being aggressive in the batters box.” Although everyone has been contributing to the Wildcat softball success, it could be argued that so far the biggest key to this team’s success is the solid pitching they are receiving from Haley Gilham, senior, and starter pitcher Naomi Monahan, junior. Gilham has taken command this season with nine wins and four shutouts, more than any other Division II pitcher this season. This earned her the NFCA National Division II Pitcher of the Week award two weeks ago. “I’d have to say everything that I have done in off-season has helped me become a better pitcher over all,” Gilham said on her success. “But it’s not just me, it’s having trust within my team and buying into our culture as a team and being able to help push each other.” Wayne, Gilham’s primary catcher, recognizes her strong mindset and passion saying, “She comes in with a very ‘I dare you’ mentality and I recognize that all day. Her mindset is strong and something that sets her far apart from her competitors.” Monahan, a Division I transfer for the ’Cats from Hawaii, is 10-0 on the year with a 1.10 ERA for the Wildcats. Following the loss that ended the 17 game win streak, Monahan helped the Wildcats rebound with 5.1 innings of one run softball. “It was fun while it lasted, but there is still a lot of work ahead of us and we just have to try and minimize losses going forward and get our bats going again,” Monahan said. “We followed our motto ‘Go Green’ and we’re able to bounce back from our loss today (Sunday).” The Wildcats play Friday at noon against Cal State Monterey Bay, followed by a double header Saturday beginning at 11 a.m. Katalina Santamaria can be reached at sportseditor@theorion.com or @katalineanet on Twitter.
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mar. 7 - mar. 13
Wed 7 KCSC Radio Scavenger Hunt
KCSC is hosting a Snapchat scavenger hunt that will lead participants all over campus. The first person to document every location in the correct order and make it back to the KCSC table wins two tickets to Beyond Wonderland music festival in San Bernardino. Where: KCSC table in front of the BMU When: 11 a.m. Price: Free
Obe & Guest Musician Erin Haley
Come on down to the Unwined at 980 to listen to Obe and Erin Haley perform during your dinner. They will be there from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. so be sure not to miss it! Where: Unwined at 980 When: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Price: Just pay for your meal
Open Forum for Proposed Student Fee Adjustments
Join the conversation about the proposed fee adjustments. All are welcome to attend! Where: Colusa Room 100A When: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Price: Free
Obe will be performing at Unwined at 980 at 6 p.m. on Wednesday.
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Study Abroad Fair
The Study Abroad Office will be hosting a study abroad fair on the Trinity Commons Lawn (SELV 100 if it rains). The purpose of this event is to encourage students to explore the many international opportunities including study abroad, international travel, volunteering, internship opportunities and faculty-led programs. Where: Trinity Commons Lawn When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Price: Free
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Thu GradFest
Graduating seniors are invited to attend GradFest to register for commencement, rent your cap and gown, learn about class rings, photographers and more. GradFest will also be happening the Wednesday March 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: BMU Room 008 When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Price: Free
Canine Cuddles
Head over to the Bell Memorial Union to spend some time with some cuddly canines. Take a break from class and see some pups right out front of the Zen Den on the third floor of the BMU. Where: BMU Third Floor - Art Museum When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Price: Free
‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’
“A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is Shakespeare on the subject of love in a comic fantasy. Come down to the Wismer Theatre to see a “Midsummer Night’s Dream,” from March 8 to March 13. Where: Wismer Theatre When: 7:30 p.m. Price: $15 Adult, $13 Senior, $6 Youth & Chico State Student
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Uncle Dad’s Art Collective is hosting The Songs of Stevie Wonder at Laxson Auditorium Friday.
The Songs of Stevie Wonder: Uncle Dad’s Art Collective
Uncle Dad’s Art Collective and Chico Performances assemble again to pay homage to the master of Motown, Stevie Wonder. Following the success of last year’s “Abbey Road” performance, this performance focuses on the 1970s and amazing songs from Wonder’s three Grammy-winning albums of the year, “Talking Book,” “Inversions” and the seminal “Songs in the Key of Life.” Where: Laxson Auditorium When: 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Price: $25 Premium, $19 Adult, $17 Senior, $10 Youth, $10 Chico State Student
International Women’s Day Fair
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“A Midsummer Night’s Dream” will be performed in Chico March 8 to March 13.
Help CAVE’s Weekend Wildcat Program by volunteering at the Boys and Girls Club for a very special event in honor of International Women’s Day. The event will have three main components including a keynote speech from an influential woman in our community, followed by an immersive activity fair for the children and ending with a raffle. Where: Boys and Girls Club of Chico When: 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Price: Free
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WEEKEND EVENTS Sat 10
Sun 11
Community Cleanup
Have you always wanted to become more involved in the Chico community? Do you have a passion for the environment and for our underserved populations? Love Chapmantown Community Coalition is hosting a community cleanup to dispose of the large amounts of trash overcrowding the neighborhood. They need volunteers to help with the cleanup and dispose of the excess trash surrounding. Where: Chapman Elementary School, 1071 16th St. When: 7:30 a.m. to noon Price: Free
Education Hiring Fair
School districts from all over California are looking to meet and hire future teachers and education leaders for their districts. This career fair is a must for those who want to learn more about a career in teaching at the K-12 level, start networking early or talk to hiring officials. You don’t have to be a Chico State student or alumni to attend, all are welcome. No need to pre-register. Where: BMU Auditorium When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Price: Free
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“9 to 5” wiill featurs Dolly Parton’s songs, presented by the Chico Theater Company at 2 p.m. Sunday.
‘9 to 5 the Musical’
Based on the 1980 movie, “9 to 5 the Musical” features music and lyrics by Dolly Parton. It centers around the lives of three working women: Violet, Judy and Doralee. Where: Chico Theater Company When: 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Price: Adults $22, Seniors $20 (65 & older), Youth $16 (15 & under)
Chico Bach Festival: Vivaldi and Beyond
Piano professor Dr. Robert Bowman, flutist Yael Ronen, soprano Dara Scholz, cellist Burke Schuchmann, violinist Matt Raley and others highlight the music of Antonio Vivaldi in this recital. J.S. Bach studied the music of Vivaldi and was strongly influenced by his compositional style. Where: Zingg Recital Hall When: 7:30 p.m. Price: $15 Adult, $13 Senior, $6 Youth & Chico State Student
Chico Bach Festival: Frescobaldi and Friends
Chico State alumnus Jeffrey Cooper will perform on the organ, tracing the work and influence of Italy’s greatest organist, Girolamo Frescobaldi. It spread across Europe through the seventeenth century, finally to become a key ingredient in the North German tradition that gave rise to J.S. Bach’s organ music. Other composers represented include Buxtehude, Schildt, Sweelinck and de Grigny. Where: Harlen Adams Theatre When: 7:30 p.m. Price: $15 Adult, $13 Senior, $6 Youth & Chico State Student
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START OF THE WEEK Mon 12
Tues 13
Warm Clothes for Wildcats - Professional Clothing Drive
Crafty ’Cats: Door Wreaths
From March 7 to 12, come to the Meriam Library to donate clothes you don’t wear anymore. Please bring clean and gently used items suitable to the contemporary job market such as suits, jackets, slacks, shirts, skirts, blouses, ties, shoes etc. Where: First Floor of Meriam Library When: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Price: Free
Stop by The Hub from 6 to 8 p.m. or The Hub at University Village on Wednesday to create your own personalized door wreath. Where: The Hub, The Hub at University Village When: 6 to 8 p.m. Price: Free
Let’s Talk About Periods
In honor of the annual Period Week, Let’s Talk About Periods will take place on March 13. The goal of this event is to raise awareness, destigmatize periods and highlight a number of issues surrounding the topic of menstruation. Where: Trinity Commons When: 10 a.m to 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Price: Free
Women’s Circle: Becoming a Well Woman
Together, women build resilience. Affirmed in a caring circle, gain self-esteem, confidence to live according to your true values, desires and dreams. As a group, you will share and explore, build skills and encourage one another to live authentically in mind, body, heart and spirit. Where: Student Services Center, Room 426 When: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Price: Free
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A look at the next generation of Wildcat basketball s Chico State’s beloved seniors finish off their final season of college basketball, the up and
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year.” One of the most important things about starting a new season is integrating the incoming players. Freshman Malik Duffy knows exactly what it’s like
coming leaders are beginning to look towards next season. “The seniors are huge leaders on the team right now. They definitely built our foundation and are leaving a legacy with us,” said Brynn Thoming, freshman guard. “I think that’s huge and when they leave, we will continue to carry that legacy.” “Next year I definitely want to be top in the conference in rebounding and scoring,” said McKena Barker, a junior forward. “I’ve always had the goal of averaging a double double.” Throughout this season, Barker has scored an average of almost 11 points and six rebounds per game, while achieving four double doubles on the year. “I think I will lead just by talking to the younger players and really focusing on communication, while having the same goals,” Barker said about possibly stepping into the leadership role. “This year, we stuck together no matter if we won or lost and that really helped. Having that mentality will be really important next
coming into a brand new setting and coaching style and having to adapt to it. The transition can be difficult, which is why Duffy wants “the younger guys to know that I’ll be there to help them and create a relationship with them, like the seniors did with me so they know that they can come to me if they need help.” Sophomore Justin Briggs has had some experience starting and has performed well this season. He believes stepping into a leadership position shouldn’t be too hard next season. “Since I know the system, I know how things are supposed to be run and what we should be doing,” Briggs said. Going into next season, both the men and women’s team will consist of many young players with just a few older players in the mix. “We’re having a group of four redshirts coming and a group of five freshmen right now who will be sophomores,” Briggs said. “It’s always a little rocky when new players and
Courtney Chapman Staff Writer
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I. Ellis M. Duffy J. Briggs
TOP PERFORMERS 19 Points, 3 Steals 11 points, 5 rebounds 5 points, 9 rebounds
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Wildcats forward / center Malik Duffy, 45, looks to make a big impact on the Wildcats’ next season. new faces come in but I’m confident that we will get the swing of things next season,” Thoming said.
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TOP PERFORMERS 14 Points, 2 Steals 7 points, 4 Rebounds 8 Points
W. Branham M. Wong H. Washington
With these strong leaders on both teams, there is no doubt that next season will be nothing short of amazing for STAT 'CAT
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the Wildcats. Courtney Chapman can be reached at sportseditor@theorion.com or @courtneychaps on Twitter.
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SPORTS UPCOMING - BASEBALL vs. Who: Cal State Monterey Bay Where: Otter Sports Complex When: March 9 at 2 p.m. Price: Free with student I.D. General Admission: $5
vs. Who: Cal State Monterey Bay Where: Monterey Bay When: March 10 at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Price: Free with student I.D. General Admission: $5
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Freshman Adelae Fredeen runs the hurdles for the Wildcats in a home meet.
Wildcats track team excels in Turlock Andrew Baumgartner Staff Writer
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efore the final event could start, the meet had to be delayed 45 minutes due to lightning in the area. The Chico State Wildcats track and field team competed in Turlock Friday and Saturday and finished with several top results. Both the men and women’s events saw a couple of first place finishes for the Wildcats. These included Tyler Arroyo, STAT 'CAT BASEBALL
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who won first place for the men in the high jump with a height of 6.8 feet , and Lia Burrell, who won the women’s triple jump with a mark of 35 feet and four inches. Both the men and women’s 4x400 teams took first place after the 45-minute delay. The men’s 4x400 team of Hasani Barrett, Michael Good, Emilio DeSantis and Derek Morton finished with a time of 3:23.95. The women’s 4x400 team consisting of Claire Chappell, Michelle Holt, Jenavieve
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Turner and Sheena Blackwell finished with a time of 4:05.21 seconds. Holt would have another notable performance with her second place finish in the 200-meter dash. The Wildcats also excelled in the pole vault, as the men’s team had four vaulters tie for second. Randall LeBlanc, Dylan Smith, Zehr Blanco and Lane Andrews all vaulted over the mark of 14-3.25 in the men’s pole vault. In the women’s pole vault, TOP PERFORMERS
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1-4, 2 R, 1 HR, 1 RBI 2-2, 2B, 2 BB, 3 SB 2-4, 2B, 1 HR, 1 RBI
Megan Farrell finished second while vaulting over 10-9. For Chico State throwing, Joseph Ilaoa recorded two second place finishes. One in the shot put, with a throw of 14.05 meters and the other in the discus with a mark of 44.9. The Chico State track team’s next meet will be its own Wildcat Invitational on March 10 at Chico State. Andrew Baumgartner can be reached at sportseditor@theorion.com or @abaum94 on Twitter.
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MEN’S BASKETBALL The Chico State softball team is off to a strong start, starting 17-0 including nine shutouts.
UPCOMING - SOFTBALL vs. Who: Cal State Monterey Bay Where: Wildcat softball stadium When: March 9 at noon and 2 p.m. Price: Free with student I.D. General Admission: $5
vs. Who: Cal State Monterey Bay Where: Wildcat softball stadium When: March 10 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Price: Free with student I.D. General Admission: $5 STAT 'CAT
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Chico State men and women fall to Tritons in CCAA semifinals
Whitney Branham, 3, sheds a UC san diego defender while teammate Kayla Taylor, 30, set the screen. Courtney Chapman Staff Writer
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Sophomore Justin Briggs avoids defense and finds an open shot in a playoff matchup against Cal State San Bernardino. ALL PHOTOS BY KATE ANGELES —THE ORION
n a must-win matchup for Chico State basketball where all 100 percent was needed from all its players, it was the UC San Diego Tritons who stood strong, defeating the Wildcat men 66-49, and 67-48 against the women. For the men, they went in as the higher seed in their matchup. However, when you shoot 29 percent from the field, miss 17 of 22 3-pointer and make 12-21 from the freethrow line winning is no easy task. Senior Isaiah Ellis led Chico in scoring with 19 points in his second strong game of the year against UCSD. The defensive captain also led the way with three steals in the matchup. Chico’s guards struggled shooting from the field and their bench was outscored 23-4. This ultimately led to the upset for UCSD. The Tritons ultimately went on to defeat Cal Poly Pomona in the CCAA Tournament finals. For the women, the Wildcats had a rough first half, trailing 23-45 at halftime with
Whitney Branham leading the team with 11 points. After a large deficit late in the game that Chico could not overcome, Head Coach Brian Fogel pulled his starters. Upon beig pulled from the game, Kayla Taylor said this: “It was super emotional. Being pulled out of the game with just a short time left was probably the most emotional I’ve been all season. It was almost like a curtain call.” Despite holding the Tritons to one point in the fourth quarter, the game was already well out of reach. UCSD held onto the ball and dribbled out the ball a majority of the fourth quarter. “It was a great ride,” Taylor finished with. Coach Brian Fogel praised with his team’s effort towards the end of the game and looks to build on that next season. The Wildcat men and women are now eliminated from playoff contention with the losses, their season coming to a close. Courtney Chapman can be reached at sportseditor@theorion.com or @courtneychaps on Twitter.
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Wildcat of the week Darby mcfall rugby player
Darby McFall is a fullback and team captain for the Chico State women’s rugby club. The senior has played for the club all four of her years at Chico State and she has been a big reason why the team is number one in the nation. Her leadership and skill has contributed to much of the team’s success.
How did you first get involved playing rugby?
I first got involved because of my sister. She played before me and invited me to play and I said why not? As soon as I stepped on the field for the first time, I knew this was what I wanted to do for the rest of my college career.
What advantage do you notice that your team has over other teams?
I think this year we have a huge team camaraderie. I think that our bond is a lot better this year than it has been in the past. We spend every day together, with no days off. I think this has been a huge factor as to why we have been doing so well this year.
How has the trip to Ireland help shaped the team’s success this season?
I think that it has helped us by the different coaching we have received and understanding the game from a different perspective, playing in a different country, and traveling has really bonded us. So having that solid six people who went and did that and came back and brought that knowledge and power back to the team.
Do you guys feel any pressure being the No. 1 team in the nation?
We definitely feel pressure, but it is a good pressure in the fact that it makes us work harder and a title would mean that much more to us. As a team we like to say “diamonds are made under pressure,” so hopefully that will carry us through.
For the full interview including a video, visit theorion.com. Have a question for a Wildcat of the week? Email us at sportseditor@theorion.com or @theorion_sports on Twitter.
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First relationships create a foundation Grant Schmieding Staff Writer
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nyone who says they truly understand how to maneuver the dating pool, with guaranteed success, is full of it, according to Viren Swami, professor of social psychology at Anglia Ruskin University. In high school, college or otherwise, we all have our own confusing and frustrating experiences. When it comes to clumsily navigating romance during formative years, my story is as enlightening as anyone else’s. For me, dating and figuring out how to relate to a real woman, emotionally and physically, felt like learning how to ride a bike with no instruction. It’s a messy business that's full of self-discovery. Especially when all previous intimacy has come from mom’s Aveeno lotion, a tiny computer and a box of tissues. Before high school, I cruised around on my bike with perfect balance. I knew girls existed, maybe even experimented a little bit, while maintaining my ignorance and independence. But in high school, the training wheels popped off. Suddenly I’m a young adult, bumping and swerving through the dating game like I'm playing wheelchair basketball on ice. Less than satisfactory sexual locations and bra straps with tighter security than Fort Knox make the learning curve difficult. Teen angst caused me to leave my safety pads at home. Hormones and an emotionally inexperienced brain left me a little less protected than I would
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have liked. Looking around, there always seemed to be at least a few individuals making it through the mess unscathed, emasculating me every step of the way. Besides being a head taller and twice my weight, what does that guy have that I don’t? Why aren’t women taking video game skills into consideration? High school relationships
managed to provide me with a foundation so I could take things to the next level in college. Even if that foundation felt thinner than ice. In college, I’m peddling my bike a little faster, with improved balance. According to society, I’m an actual adult that's living away from my parents for the first time. Bra straps no longer evade my understanding and I have my own
room. It’s time to have some fun. I guess there’s a reason why Hollywood often portrays college kids as attractive, young and nubile while high school movies stick to Michael Cera-looking individuals privately choking down wild turkey and talking themselves up to bathroom mirrors. I suspect, for most, reality lies somewhere in between. Suddenly, a nail slipped into my
tire, forcing me to stop, appreciate and embrace my new surroundings. Just when I thought I had things figured out, chemistry, true connection and love hit me in the gut like a middle school dodgeball. Nobody ever taught me how to fix a flat. Grant Schmieding can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or @G_Schmieding on Twitter
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HEALTH
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How to deal with illness in college Danielle Cortes Staff Writer
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coursework does not pause for you.
n college, health should always be your number one priority because it affects many things like our
Have a good support system
mood, productivity and overall well-being. According to an article published by EverydayHealth, "Living in a closed environment like a college dormitory introduces a whole set of college health issues that college-age kids do not have to deal with at home," said Guy Napolitana, MD. Everybody has encountered the common cold at some point, it usually lasts a few days to a week then you are back to the grind. But what about dealing an illness that's more severe like chickenpox, pneumonia or a sexually transmitted disease where you have to visit the Enloe Medical Center emergency room? You're in too deep with this illness but at the same time, you have a lot of responsibilities to juggle and you're away from home, meaning mom isn’t there to take care of you or cook for you. Here are some tips on how to survive these tough times.
If they happen to be your roommate, that is a huge plus. You need all the support you can get.
Get a doctor's note Make sure you have a valid doctor’s note to excuse you from classes that are mandatory and even missed exams. Even though you are excused, try to catch up as much as possible. Unfortunately, the
We all have that one friend that acts like your mother. Make sure to contact them.
Get some rest With most illnesses, you need time to heal. So a take a break and allow yourself plenty of recovery time. This means saying no to hard alcoholic drinks. According to WebMD, alcohol makes symptoms for many illnesses worst and causes dehydration. In addition, it makes your body's chance of handling infections even lower. After all, if you aren't going to class, you have absolutely no business going to the bars.
Call your parents Make a call back home (if this isn't the first thing you did). Nothing makes you feel better than hearing your mom’s voice. Plus, she will give you tons of advice. After all, mother knows best. If you are lucky, you might be expecting a care package soon. All in all, tell yourself you will get better and you will. Follow these steps on your road to recovery and always stay hydrated! Danielle Cortes can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or @theorion_news on Twitter
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Arming teachers won't stop mass shootings Nicte Hernandez Staff Writer
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n the wake of another mass shooting, politicians
are conflicted on what policies to pass. They are committed to organizations but they also have voters pulling them another in another direction. At a recent press conference, President Trump said that he feels teachers should be armed and that we need to end gun-free zones because those zones tell a shooter, “let’s go in and let’s attack because bullets aren’t coming back at us.” This should not be the solution. The current problem is loose gun laws and making guns more readily available would only add to the problem. Expecting teachers to provide their students with the best education, report to social services when they see any signs of child negligence and now possibly burdening them with their students' safety and potentially their lives is too much to ask for. Teachers do not go to school and become teachers so they eventually have to learn how to kill a former student who is now shooting at the rest of the school. In response to President Trump’s comments, teachers across the nation have started a movement, #ArmMeWith. In
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this social media campaign, teachers are asking to be armed, not with guns, but with books, social workers, resources, funding and smaller classroom sizes.
In this social media campaign, teachers are asking to be armed, not with guns, but with books, social workers, resources, funding and smaller classroom sizes. They are appalled at the fact
that the government is even considering burdening them with the responsibility of guns. "I went to college to educate children, not because I wanted to kill another human. If I wanted a job where I was responsible for carrying a firearm, I would have taken a different career path," said Brittany Wheaton, a teacher and one of the founders of the movement. Asking teachers to possibly take down a shooter should not even be discussed. Bringing in more guns adds to the problem. How can we expect students to feel safe if we just add more guns to their already tainted schools?
"I went to college to educate children, not because I wanted to kill another human. If I wanted a job where I was responsible for carrying a firearm, I would have taken a different career path." Brittany Wheaton "Teachers already shoulder a huge burden when it comes to educating properly, due to lack of funding, support and resources and making sure
their students are taken care of emotionally," Wheaton said. "Asking us to now carry the burden of having the responsibility to kill is irreparably damaging, even if we never have to discharge our weapon." Instead, we need to be discussing gun laws, regulations and just how easy it is for these shooters to obtain guns. Arming teachers will only add to the problem and will not improve the safety of our schools. Nicte Hernandez can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or @nicteh7 on Twitter.
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Crop tops spread bacteria; to be banned at WREC Karen Limones Staff Writer
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Crop tops are now banned at the Wildcat Recreation Center and for a good reason. Even though members of the WREC are frequently cleaning the equipment, they also expect students to clean it after they’re done using it. However, this isn’t always the case and because of that, the WREC is introducing a new rule. The goal is to stop students from wearing crop tops and revealing their torsos. This is meant to reduce some bacteria or diseases that are being spread.
Ashley Manley, Chico State senior and WREC employee, said even though students cleaning the equipment isn't strictly enforced, the lack of people doing it and more torso exposure has caused concerns. “It’s for sanitary purposes and after hearing people’s complaints and views on crop tops, we're taking it all into consideration," Manley said. "We’re going to have a meeting with all our staff to figure out what to do with the rule. We have done the test and we’ve been keeping up with the cleaning, so the reports aren’t bad on the bacteria which is why we’re putting the rule on hold right now.” Does this mean that
the rule isn't a thing yet? This rule is a great idea. If it's become an issue to the point that the WREC must create a new policy, they have my vote. As a daily gym attendee and big germophobe, I must admit that I wouldn’t want some random bacteria anywhere on my body. If you visit the WREC, you should know that there are disinfecting spray bottles and towels for use after a workout. If not, these supplies are not hard to miss. For the sake of your own health and everyone else’s, spray down the equipment. Here's why enforcing the crop top ban will be beneficial:
The rule is already in place
According to the WREC's handbook, there is already a rule that touches on the exposure of torsos. Gym and staff members have just been noticing more women wearing crop tops, which have has become an issue from equipment not being cleaned after use. “It was something we didn’t have to enforce too much because it wasn’t popular," Manley said. "A lot of people didn’t wear crop tops until recently. Within the last three to four months, we have been seeing more and more, and the big concern we have is people getting on something that hasn’t been cleaned. Sometimes you see people lay down on the track and
you’re like oh we don’t really clean that.”
Bacteria According to HuffPost, machine padding and yoga mats are more problematic because bacteria thrive on the soft, squishy material when they get damp and warm. “If someone is sweating and leaning on a bench and then someone else goes on after them and gets on the same bench and it wasn’t wiped down, different bacteria and different diseases can transfer through,” Manley said. Karen Limones can be reached at theorioneditor@theorion.com or @limoneska on Twitter
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Letters to: My past self
Grant Schmieding Staff Writer
Dear Past Self,
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ou are not thriving yet. The ride down memory lane feels more spastic in emotion than Billy Pilgrim in time. Better crack a beer for your own sanity because things are about to get a wee bit cynical—Oh wait, forget that last part. Just keep sipping that ginger ale. I always hear about kids peaking in formative years. Well, for better or worse, that’s not quite us. You can’t win them all. Just bear in mind that, right now, none of your problems actually matter outside your own head. I’ll break it down.
In middle school: Adolescent self-discovery isn’t always pretty. Insecurity feels more rampant than shortness of breath in a coal mine. “You’ve got an invalid haircut. It hurts when you smile. You’d better get out of town. Before your nickname expires.” Warren Zevon’s words never rang more true. Get ready for a surplus of cupcheck wars, bad cafeteria food and authority figures with gross toes, flooring their golf carts to catch kids sneaking out of mandatory assemblies. I suppose the government had
to test kids somehow, but I can certainly think of a few other four-letter combinations to describe STAR testing.
In high school: The absence of middle school, a car and substitute courses for gym class keep the wheels turning. Even if, by senior year, time moves slower than me during just about every cross-country running practice. I may have moved slow, but lateness isn’t always unwarranted. Seeing the moon while leaving for school doesn’t exactly promote a healthy learning mentality. Breathe deeply, try to manage that rising blood pressure. Nobody’s actually going to listen to that presentation tomorrow and you are probably not the only one who feels like an interrogation victim pleading the fifth during the SAT.
Just remember: Even though I probably haven’t stirred too much excitement for the road ahead, I promise it’s not all unpleasant. We have to start somewhere and, good or bad, there needs to be a time for everything. So, soak it all up. A sense of humor will help the medicine go down. Sincerely, Your Future Self Grant Schmieding can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or @theorion_news on Twitter.
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