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INSIDE Vol. 80, Issue 8 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 News Briefs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Proposed Student Fee Increases . 4 Siskiyou II Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Not Anymore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Arts #trending . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Bach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ‘The Songs of Stevie Wonder’. . . 10 ‘Prey’. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Artist of the Week . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Blotter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Editorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Sports Softball No-Hitter . . . . . . . . . . 22 Softball Home Run Record . . 23 Baseball Power Seige . . . . . . . . 24 Wildcat of the Week . . . . . . . . 25 Opinion O Face . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Football . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Mental Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 School Motivation . . . . . . . . . . 30 Nebula . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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Yoga
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Many Chico State sports teams use yoga to improve their mental and physical health. Yoga helps them both on and off the field.
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BRIEFS
High school teacher pleads guilty to molesting charges Natalie Hanson News Editor
A former high school teacher pled guilty to molesting a student last spring at a hearing Thursday. Halden Calvert, 52, was arrested last fall after parents of the vicHALDEN CALVERT tim, who was 17, grew concerned that she was suicidal according to a release from Butte County District Attorney Michael Ramsay. She admitted Calvert kissed her several times. Calvert at first denied allegations but after text messages were found exchanged between him and the student, a complaint was filed. Calvert was placed on administrative leave in October and resigned from his position at Chich High School. “We expect more of our teachers and such actions unfortunately diminish the wonderful work the dedicated and compassionate teachers in our community do every day,” Ramsey stated. According to the release Calvert will lose his teaching credential and be required to register as a sex offender.. He will be sentenced on June 14, 2018 and is expected to face a year in county jail and pay a fine of $5,000. Natalie Hanson can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @NatalieH_Orion on Twitter.
Carnival kicks off behind Chico Mall Josiah Nicholl Staff Writer
A two-week long carnival began Thursday in the Chico mall parking lot.
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Wednesday March 14, 2018 The carnival offers a variety of rides, games and food. The event is being put on by Keva-Works, a company from Palm Desert. The hope for the carnival is to bring more customers to the Chico Mall. Wristbands for unlimited rides are $35, and single coupons are $1.25 each. “It’s cool that things like this happen in Chico, but it’s honestly a little too expensive for me,” said Jordan Thatcher, a Chico State student. “It’s still a good opportunity for Chico students to do something other than party, though.” The carnival will last for 10 days and come to an end on March 18. Josiah Nicholl can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @josiah_theorion on Twitter.
Highway 99 crash leaves one dead Josiah Nicholl Staff Writer
A man died Sunday night in a car accident on Highway 99, according to the California Highway Patrol. The CHP confirmed that the incident happened around 9:30 p.m., when a man was driving north in a 1992 Toyota pickup truck on Highway 99, south of East First Avenue. The truck hit a guardrail after drifting into the center median area and traveled back across the northbound lanes before crashing into a tree. The truck landed on its roof and caught fire. The man was confirmed deceased at the scene. Police have not yet identified the driver and are investigating whether drugs or alcohol played a role in the crash. Josiah Nicholl can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @josiah_theorion on Twitter.
Volunteers brought their own trucks to haul away residents’ garbage.
Annual cleanup brings community members together Natalie Hanson News Editor
The sixth annual Chapmantown cleanup had volunteer help from many community members, including students, Saturday. The cleanup took place at Chapman Elementary and began at 7 a.m. According to Love Chapmantown’s website, the event always goes until noon or until dumpsters are full. The event is limited to cleaning up Chapmantown residents’ garbage. The lead coordinator, Vince Haynie, said that this event started six years ago with just he and his wife founding and organizing the event. Garbage is brought to the school’s parking lot and volunteers then organize and haul it away. Residents get a free coupon to drop trash at Neal Landfill when dumpsters become full, he said. “The whole mission and vision of this event is to plant seeds of hope in this
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community, a community that historically has been disenfranchised, stigmatized and overlooked,” Haynie said. “We said, we’re going to start a coalition of people that’s going to overcome the stigma.” Natalie Hanson can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @NatalieH_Orion on Twitter.
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Vince Haynie began the Love Chapmantown Cleanup six years ago.
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Volunteers from different organizations, including students, participated in cleaning up residents’ garbage at Chapman Elementary.
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NEWS
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ADMINISTRATION
Students raise concerns over proposed at open forums
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Grayson Boyer and Alex Grant Staff Writer and News Editor
C President Hutchinson speaks on why the proposed student fees are needed. She made it clear that this situation was not due to any mismanaged funds.
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hico State’s proposed fee increases have sparked an intense debate in the student body, presented in the open forums held in the first two weeks of March. On Feb. 16, administrators sent an email to the student body announcing proposed fee increases to the Health Services Fee, Athletics Fee and Student Learning Fee, altogether totaling a $380 per year increase. Following these fees would then be a gradual increase, eventually totaling $700 per year after a five-year period. This has split the student body and ignited emotional pleas both for and against the potential increase. Certain groups such as student athletes and Students for Quality Education have maintained a more active presence in the forums. SQE members have attended every meeting to voice arguments strongly
On Feb. 22 Chico State students and faculty come together to talk about the raise of tuition, hosted by ELACC. against fee increases. Jamie Cabrera, an intern for the California Faculty Association in Chico State and one of the main organizers for SQE, worries about the impact that additional student fees would have on students that are already struggling with their finances. “We know that half of the students in the school are only here because of financial aid,” Cabrera said. “That would mean that with an increased cost of fees and tuition we see that these students are even more unable to pay for their education, for their personal costs, their rent and bills.” Still, others believe the fees are necessary to keep basic services functioning at a high level for students. One such group are the student athletes. At the UHUB public forum on March 1, over half the students in attendance were Chico State athletes. At the March 7 forum held in Colusa 100A, senior basketball player McKena
Barker said that these proposed fees were vital to the Chico State experience. “I think that a college experience is much more than just academics... I know the student learning fee provides vital learning opportunities for students to help with their future careers,” Barker said. “I know that this is a really hard conversation, but I think we’re at a time where it needs to happen and I think in order to be a successful student we need these fees.” The discussions at the student forums have already sparked a significant change in the decision-making process. On March 5, President Gayle Hutchinson announced in an email sent to students that she decided to include an advisory student referendum vote in conjunction with the established alternative consultation process. This will allow students to place an advisory vote on the fee increases sometime after mid-April. The date has yet to be
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Dean of of Natural Sciences David Hassenzahl speaks on why the proposed student learning fee increase is needed at an open forum on March 6.
Athletic Director Anita Barker tells the forum attendees how the athletics program has lost it’s baseline funding and is now in a deficit.
Student Health Center Director Jill Cannaday says if the health fee isn’t increased students will be limited to three health center visits per semester.
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The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Debra Larson speaks to the crowd about the importance of each fee increase.
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announced, but it will definitely be after the Associated Student Election on April 18 in an effort to avoid these fees becoming a debate topic among candidates. Of the many voices at the forums, one common element has been the emotional intensity of student’s voices. There have been tears shed over how the athletics program has changed lives and over fears of the ability to afford an education at Chico State if the fee increase passes. One article couldn’t fit the vast amount of student voices at these forums, but below are a collection of questions and concerns many students shared.
other ways that we’re moving around helping insecurity,” she said. Additionally, as Chico State’s website on the fee adjustments states, percentages of each of the fees paid will be set aside for financial aid for qualified students, including 33 percent of the student learning fee. However, audience members have raised concerns about the adequacy of these funds and whether it’s enough to help students with financial struggles.
mismanagement has arised, a question that has been brought up by both students and faculty. The forum panel has dismissed any claims of mismanagement of student fees by either current or former administrators. Panel members are instead stressing that dwindling reserves are the main reason for the proposed student fee increases. “There is no mismanagement and I want to be clear,” Hutchinson said at the March 1 open forum. “Any administrator who sits in this role has to make difficult decisions and those decisions were made with integrity, they were made to not increase student fees for as long as possible, which is why we’re here today.”
the current athletes fee is based on an outdated model that was put into place 20 years ago. “This year we’re in a deficit. Is that a mismanagement of funds? It’s not. It’s a result of a fee that hasn’t been adjusted since 1998 and we have frugally crept along for all these years,” Barker said. “If this (athletic) fee is not adjusted and if we are not successful in the fee change then the university is going to have to make a decision of what to do with the ahletic program because our base funding will be gone,” Barker said. “We are at a point that without a fee adjustment, a tough decision is going to have to be made. That’s not a scare tactic, that’s a reality.”
Will the athletics program be shut down if the fee increases do not pass?
For those with questions or concerns about these potential fee increases, there is one more scheduled open forum on Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the UHUB.
Students are already suffering from food and housing insecurity, how will fee increases affect those who are struggling to pay for food and rent? According to Hutchinson, administrators have put considerable emphasis on Chico State’s efforts to combat food and housing insecurity. “Chico State, I think, is leading the way in many ways with our food pantry and
What if I am in favor of just one or two, but not all the fees? Administrators have made it clear that each of the fees are being considered individually and that no decision has been made yet on the proposed fees. Hutchinson has the final say on the proposed increases but she has stated at nearly every meeting that she has yet to make a decision Why is this fee increase happening? What went wrong? At every open forum a question of
No, the athletics program will still exist if the fee increases aren’t passed but they will be severely cut back according to the forum panel members. Athletics Director Anita Barker said that the athletic fee is needed because
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Grayson Boyer and Alex Grant can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @theorion_news on Twitter.
NEWS SUSTAINABILITY
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Building’s planned fossil fuel use stirs debate
Administrators respond to student and faculty criticism of the Siskiyou II project Natalie Hanson News Editor
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iskiyou Hall, behind Meriam Library, has a replacement three times its size
coming soon. But after students recently expressed concerns about what this building means for the campus’s future, administrators began responding. Several employees involved with the building’s design and planning process said they were taken aback by students’ responses to its announced energy plan which will use natural gas. Dean of Natural Sciences David Hassenzahl said that he hopes students will research the project, referred to as Siskiyou II. Siskiyou II’s energy plan, he said, will use gas “some of the time.” This saves the university an estimated $20 million over using electricity, which he said would not ensure climate neutrality. “We have such a small footprint…we are doing a substantial reduction with this building alone,” Hassenzahl said. He continued to say that physical science buildings, in general, are costly. “They’re expensive... require lots of equipment including ventilating hoods, and it’s hard to build them using low energy,” he said. “We have pushed as far as we could to get the footprint down to meet our teaching objectives with the smallest environmental footprint that we could do consistent with our campus climate agreement,” Hassenzahl said. “I’m really proud of this building
from a sustainability perspective.” He invited students to attend the town hall on Wednesday, from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. in Kendall Hall 207.
A financial decision The decision to use gas “was not entirely financial,” according to Michael Guzzi, director of Facilities Management and Services and Jason M. Whiteley, assistant chief engineer. “One of the deciding factors was that an electric building requires a lot more energy than natural gas because gas has so much power,” Whiteley said. “It wasn’t just a financial decision, there’s a lot of technology that’s very challenging.” Guzzi wanted to clarify that the building was never announced as being climate neutral. “We didn’t say ‘let’s go electric’ and then switch,” Guzzi said. He added that, while more efficient than the current building, this building will produce more greenhouse gases than the hall it is replacing, due to being three times its size. “We’re making efforts to get to those plans for 2030, in the future,” Guzzi said. “We’re looking for ways to be more efficient every time we build, in the future.”
Transparency Hassenzahl expressed surprise that students attacked the transparency of the planning process. “One student commented we weren’t being transparent, that surprised me as we’ve had a
number of meetings to attend,” he said. “From my perspective we’ve been very interactive with students.” However, Mark Stemen said his students did not feel the invitation to meetings to express their views was enough. Stemen, the instructor of students who recently campaigned to raise awareness of the building’s energy plan, teaches in the geography and planning department. “I don’t think any of the students knew this was going up until they saw the university’s homepage,” he said. “It’s not that they were trying to hide it, but they weren’t being as open as they could be.” The fundamental thing, he said, is that “students shouldn’t have to check up on administrators.” “We shouldn’t have to tell them they’re not keeping their word,” he said.
Planning for the future Stemen said one more concern he and his students have is that planners are content with the building being rated silver on the Leadership in Environmental Design (LEED) scale. The LEED certification scale is a point system categorizing buildings based on how green they are. The levels of LEED from least to most green are certified, bronze, silver, gold and platinum. When asked what is preventing the building from achieving a platinum certification, Guzzi, who is accredited as an expert of this certification, said “I honestly
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couldn’t tell you right now.” Stemen said this shows that the university is focused on saving money in the name of meeting educational requirements, but that leads to a lack of focus on achieving climate neutrality. “No, this (the 2007 Climate Neutrality agreement) is not just an aspirational goal. My students
think it’s life and death. “It’s not just universities that need to give up fossil fuels, it’s everyone… We need to be the leader. We can do this. We’re that smart,” Stemen said. Natalie Hanson can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @NatalieH_ Orion on Twitter.
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EDUCATION
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Not Anymore deemed helpful yet repetitive Kelsi Sibert Staff Writer
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ach year students at Chico State are required to participate in an online or in-person “inner personal violence awareness and prevention program.” Not Anymore is designed to make sure that all students have an understanding of Title IX issues such as sexual assault, dating domestic violence and stalking. Title IX Coordinator Dylan Saake said that this program helps students learn about a variety of preventive measures.
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“(Not Anymore is) a violence prevention awareness program (involving) issues around sexual misconduct, dating domestic violence, stalking, bystander intervention (and) community attitudes.” First-time freshmen have the most extensive version of the program, as they are said to be at greater risk. Transfer and graduate students have an hour-long version of Not Anymore. Once all students have gone through the program once, they are required to take a 20-minute refresher
course each school year. This program reaches every student on the Chico State campus and the topic of the program changes often so that students aren’t learning the same thing each time they participate.
“Personally, I normally skim through the Not Anymore program because I know my capabilities as a person and I know what to do and what not to do,” Dixon said. Junior Veronica Cruz said that
The online version is the most common way students take Not Anymore, but in-person classes that cover the same topics are also offered. “There’s also a class that’s part of the regular curriculum,” Saake said. “Students who are registered for that class meet the requirement as well.” The Not Anymore program has been around for three years now but each year it has evolved. At first just freshmen, transfers and graduate students took the program. However, now all Chico State students must take it whether it’s the full program or just the abbreviated refresher course. Prior to Not Anymore, incoming freshmen were required to take part in Alcohol Edu. This program had a component of sexual assault violence prevention and education. Some Chico State students like senior Za’Corry Patterson have voiced mixed opinions about Not Anymore. “I feel like it’s a good program ran online, I just feel like it’s really, really lengthy and kind of repetitive,” Patterson said. Additionally, students like sophomore Dymar Dixon questioned whether students actually take the program seriously or whether students just want to get it done quickly by just clicking through each page.
she took the program seriously the first time, but now when she does the refresher courses she just lets the videos play through to wait to answer the questions as they appear. “I feel like it’s the same information we already got,” Cruz said. “It would be easier to condense it, get to the point and let us know the results and every-
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Junior Veronica Cruz says the Not Anymore program is too repetitive.
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“I feel like it’s a good program ran online, I just feel like it’s really, really lengthy and kind of repetitive.” Za’Corry Patterson thing that’s going on.” Though some may find it to be lengthy, others like senior Kellie Decius were able to benefit from the program. Decius said it was a good program for her to go through. “I think I became more knowl-
edgeable (about) the subject,” she said. “I knew it was a big thing, but I didn’t know about all the details.”
“I feel like it’s the same information we already got (and) it would be easier to condense it and get to the point and let us know the results and everything that’s going on.” Veronica Cruz As far as stopping sexual assault, Saake said that Not Anymore is not going to prevent all
sexual violence, but the program could have the potential to help someone. “This online program is not going to change and stop sexual assault, but it might stop one,” Saake said, “and it might be something that is a resource for someone who needs it.” Kelsi Sibert can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @ksibertofficial on Twitter.
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PERFORMANCE
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BACH FESTIVAL
showcases classical music Natalie Hanson News Editor
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he 2018 Chico Bach Festival spotlighted classical artists Johann S. Bach, Antonio Vivaldi and Domenico Scarlatti for Vivaldi & Beyond in the Zingg Recital Hall on Friday. The concert focused on classical music works with an Italian influence. Robert Bowman, opening the concert with a piece by Scarlatti, played the harpsichord on all six selections. He was joined in following pieces by Matt Raley on violin, Burke Schuchman on cello and Yael Ronen and Jeremiah Bills on flutes. Dara Schulz, a vocal instructor at Chico State, joined for the grand finale. Scholz, a soprano (the highest female singing register), performed two recitatives and two arias from Vivaldi with accompaniment from Raley, Bowman and Schuchman. The Bach Festival was put on in part by School of the Arts, which plans many events for students spotlighting the arts on campus. SOTA has many more musical performances planned for the remainder of the semester.
Natalie Hanson can be reached at artseditor@theorion.com or @NatalieH_Orion on Twitter.
Burke Schuchman played cello on three selections, accompanying wind and harpsichord.
Dara Scholz is a vocal instructor at Chico State and sings in ensembles around Chico.
Jeremiah Bills and Yael Ronen played flute on pieces by Bach and Vivaldi.
Matt Raley played violin for three selections with Robert Bowman.
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ARTS MUSIC
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Uncle Dad performed some of Stevie Wonder’s well-known songs. He gave a unique performance and added a cello and violins to some of Wonder’s hits.
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Chico Performances presents Uncle Dad’s Art Collective ‘The Songs of Stevie Wonder’ delivers ’70s atmosphere with a blend of soul and jazz Natalie Hanson News Editor
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weekend of musical events offered distinctly different, exciting journeys into two very different but unforgettable styles of music thanks to Chico’s School of the Arts. Through SOTA, Uncle Dad’s Art Collective returned to Chico for a colorful, soul-filled tribute to Stevie Wonder at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. In previous years, the ensemble has performed in tribute to The Beatles and
Queen, with unique blends of the artists’ musical styles with their own flavor. This particular tribute combined Wonder’s best-known singles with some work from his concept albums, offering moments to shine to nearly everyone involved. The show opened with “My Cherie Amour” and finished with “You are the Sunshine of My Life” and “Sir Duke.” Versatility was also showcased. One performer soloed, played bass, percussion and even electric guitar on some numbers. Some separate artists even
offered their own take on classics. Pat Hull delivered an acoustic, mellow version of the traditionally upbeat “Isn’t She Lovely.” Wonder’s catalog is generally not associated with strings, yet a cello and several violins offered a rich background to several songs. A choir even entered Laxson Auditorium to deliver a simple, a capella rendition. The event was also a celebration of dance with a distinctly 1970s theme. Belly tops, fur coats, neon shades and silk blouses mixed with unitards and jumpsuits. Most numbers featured dancers and
The event was also a celebration of dance with a distinctly 1970s theme. Belly tops, fur coats, neon shades and silk blouses mixed with unitards and jumpsuits. Most numbers featured dancers adding to the theme of each song, from big band to modern style. added to the theme of each song, from big band to modern
style. With all these elements, the concert invited a build of energy in celebration of soul, up to a climax that left some members of the audience dancing with joy in their seats or in the aisles. Ultimately, Songs of Stevie Wonder offered an electrified blend of musical styles celebrating the mingling of soul and jazz. Natalie Hanson can be reached at artseditor@theorion.com or @NatalieH_Orionon Twitter.
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‘Prey’ feeds on imagination of the player Ulises Duenas Staff Writer
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he video game “Prey” feels like the combination of ideas from a lot of different games. Blending elements from “Bioshock,” “Deus Ex,” “Dishonered” and others make for a game that was sorely overlooked at the time of its release. The most notable thing about “Prey” is the creative freedom it gives the player when it comes to how they approach gameplay. A variety of weapons and abilities are available and they offer plenty of opportunities for experimentation. Even the game’s exploration can be approached in a variety of ways. A few hours into the game, I realized that the GLOO gun could be used to make makeshift stairs instead of just freezing enemies in combat. Recycler charges can be used on enemy robots instead of just random objects. Even combat is as open as the exploration. “Prey’s” approach to combat is unique. With all the options that are in the game, combat feels more like a puzzle than a fight. The player can use stealth to pick off enemies one-by-one or use alien powers and heavy weapons to wipe them out quickly. Even with all the tools you gather over time, combat remains a constant challenge which keeps it from getting stale. Though combat is interesting, the shooting and camera movement feels stiff and unrefined. The game’s sci-fi feel and isolated atmosphere of this game immerses the player in the world
and story. The entire game takes place on the Talos 1 space station which was built by the Russians and Americans to observe an alien race known as the Typhon. Talos 1 has since been overrun with Typhon and exploring its various facilities and piecing together the mystery of what went wrong is a highlight of the experience. The game doesn’t beat the player over the head with its exposition so the background story can either be totally ignored or endlessly dissected if the player chooses. “Prey’s” biggest problem is its first couple of hours. The beginning of the game is really slow and lacks the elements that make the rest of the game so engrossing. If the player doesn’t know that areas are meant to explored multiple times throughout the game then the opening moments can feel overwhelming and confusing. It took me a while to understand how to really play the game, even with its tutorials. The various gameplay styles and multiple endings make “Prey” very replayable. However, the slow beginning and lack of polish in the combat act as a barrier to new players. It’s a shame because once things picks up, there’s few games that can compare to this, especially in recent years. The good news is that “Prey” isn’t hard to find for a good price so it’s worth taking a chance on.
Ulises Duenas can be reached at artseditor@theorion.com or @OrionUlisesD on Twitter.
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“Prey” offers a variety of ways to enjoy the game, giving the player freedom to choose how they play the game.
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Artist of the week:
Sam Blake
Coastal native Sam Blake has a craving to create that is fueled by his love of nature. He has studied in Florence, Italy and recently transferred from Santa Rosa Junior College to hone his abilities in Chico while studying graphic design.
How did you start printmaking? I just started an intro class and fell in love with it from that. I find the process really meditational. You get to be really intimate with the plate, spending a lot of time with the art. Then I started doing screenprinting because my grandpa, in the second half of his life, started doing screenprinting and I had a box of his scraps that he used to print. So I got to recycle those and make some of my own prints which is cool because I never got to meet him but I was able to kinda live vicariously through his art.
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Mitchell Kret can be reached at artseditor@theorion.com or @theorion_arts on Twitter.
How did you get started in graphic design? That was a decision to just pick a major that I could see myself getting through and also enjoying. I was looking at an art studio, but then I had this blessed opportunity to study abroad in Florence and then I was thinking about doing international studies, like social development, NGO or non-profit work. I was also looking at health education at San Francisco State, but there were like nine biology and chemistry classes I would have to take before even transferring. I kinda went full circle and landed on something more art related, being graphic design. I chose it because I thought it could be a viable career while still giving me an outlet to express my artistic abilities.
What are your plans after graduation? I’d like to focus on logo development and branding and maybe doing some package design. I still haven’t really identified what niche in the graphic design field I fit into, so I’m still creating that niche for myself.
What inspires you? Growing up in a coastal community, nature and the ocean definitely hold a huge influence on me. I think spending time outside is super important for our psychology and overall well-being. I think by creating art that focuses on the outdoors and nature brings that topic to the viewer’s eye, brings awareness. Also, I just like working with the organic shapes as opposed to more geometrical shapes, though I have done some architectural printmaking. But mostly inspired by the California coast. My dad has always done art. He makes sculptures, but he’s also a musician and draws, and like I said, my grandpa did screenprinting and my great-grandpa made furniture, so I think working with my hands and making art has always been in my blood, so it’s almost like paying homage and keeping that in the family line.
Sam Blake is a Chico State student who is working toward a degree in graphic design.
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Sam Blake uses his skills to turngraphic design into prints.
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Call Type: Suspicious Subject Tuesday 4:11 p.m., WREC Two males were looking into the windows of the building and waving a cross around, causing a disturbance to the students and staff. Call Type: Complaint Tuesday 3:55 p.m., Acker Gym Four skateboarders on the emergency path were distracting the track students. Call Type: Suspicious Subject Wednesday 11:41 p.m., Parking Structure 1, Cherry St. Suspect was in the middle of the street yelling and walking towards the WREC. Call Type: Drug Use Thursday 1:41 p.m., Bidwell Bowl Amphitheater Student passed by a large group of people smoking marijuana. Call Type: Suspicious Activity Thursday 5:17 p.m., Physical Science Building During class a student witnessed a classmate searching guns on his laptop.
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Call Type: Assault Monday 12:50 p.m., 700 Nord Ave. Woman tried to get her son out of bed. Her son became angry and shoved his foot in her face. Call Type: Threat Monday 12:58 p.m., Unknown Address Student made a threat to “shoot students.” The student was suspended and pulled from class, then sent home. Call Type: Suspicious Subject Tuesday 6:10 a.m., 2400 Notre Dame Blvd. Male was sleeping inside dumpster with sleeping bag and candles. Call Type: Stolen Vehicle Tuesday 7:18 a.m., 1000 San Ramon Dr. Woman suspected that her 15-year-old son stole her car. Call Type: Assault Wednesday 12:06 a.m., 400 Broadway St. Strange man approached woman and hit her phone out of her hand and asked for money, then ran to 5th Street Steakhouse. Call Type: Disturbance Wednesday 8:57 a.m., 200 Walnut St. Homeless man wavied a stick at people. He was yelling and screaming that he was going to kill someone.
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The driver of the other vehicle in the collision which entered the opposite lane was killed in the incident.
Head-on collision involving Cal Fire vehicle leaves one dead Natalie Hanson News Editor
A head-on, fatal traffic accident was reported on Highway 99, north of Chico, Friday. According to Rick Carhart, information officer for Cal Fire, the incident was reported north of Keefer Road at 2:14 p.m. Carhart stated that at the time of the incident, the Shasta County Cal Fire utility truck was traveling northbound on Highway 99 with two passengers. A second vehicle, a Geo Prism, was traveling southbound when, Carhart said, the driver veered off of the right shoulder of the road and ran into a sign. The driver of the Prism then allegedly overcorrected, entered the northbound lane and collided with the utility truck head-on. The Geo Prism’s driver was killed in the collision. The driver of the utility truck and one passenger received only minor injuries, according to Carhart, and were transported to the Enloe Medical Center. Carhart reported on Friday afternoon emergency vehicles were still in the area of the collision on Highway 99. “They’ll be out here for a while. I haven’t seen a tow truck yet,” he said. Of the cause of the collision, he said, “It’s still in the early stages of investigation.” More information on this collision will be reported as it is released. Natalie Hanson can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or @NatalieH_Orion on Twitter.
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EDITORIAL
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THUMBS Thumbs up to spring break next week! It is a well-deserved break from classes. Thumbs down to proposed student fee increases. Going to school is already expensive. Thumbs up to the walkout and students showing their support for the #NeverAgain movement. Thumbs down to using fossil fuels to power our buildings. We should be practicing sustainability.
Students can’t afford fee increases We cannot afford to live. Repeat. We (students) cannot afford to live. We are facing an uphill battle with money. Getting our lives together and supporting ourselves for
So why is it, that with the struggles that the majority of students are already facing, that Chico State and the CSU is trying to squeeze the last drops of money we have out
the future seems impossible, especially after a new proposed tuition increase. Everyone has heard about the student fee increase. If you haven’t and are a student, get ready to pay $190 more a semester to get your degree. Many students have voiced their opinions on the increase, saying that it is making it harder to live, harder to get an education and putting more unneeded stress onto their lives. Still, whether or not the money is needed isn’t really the issue here. Sure, I understand that adding money to student health, athletics and learning are important. The issue is more about the coverage that CSU and college students are receiving nationally and state-wide. Why are we being forced to pay even more for our education, on top of what we are already struggling to pay, year after year after year? From 1987 and 2017, the cost of a four-year undergraduate education has risen 213 percent, according to CNBC. The average amount of debt a student leaves university with is $25,550. After college, the median home value in California is $529,900, up 8.6 percent in the past year.
of our pockets. Where is our government funding? Why does it seem that at a place that is supposed to be supporting students for a brighter and more financially stable future, is the same place that students are being forced into homelessness and hunger to afford an education? We need more government funding. We need more support. We need people to be on our side, to help us come out of college with a degree, a job and enough money to get our life started. We need less debt and we need more support from our state and our nation. Students don’t need this tuition increase. I’m sure that top faculty at this university, with their $300,000 annual salaries, can figure out a way to help us out. Did you know that in 2016 the Chancellor Chico State, Timothy P. White made $542,947.83 in pay and benefits? The president of the University, Gayle E. Hutchinson, made $361,800.79 in pay and benefits in 2017. All of this information can be found at transparentcalifornia. com. I urge you to look into it. The Orion editorial is a collaborative effort of the entire editorial board.
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“Yoga mainly helped me with sustainability as far as staying away from being hurt and also mentally; just being focused and in the moment.�
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STORY Chico State athletes practice yoga to gain an advantage over competition
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hen I was a freshman, I remember thinking, ‘What the heck am I doing?’ I didn’t understand why we were doing yoga,” said Corey Silverstrom, Chico State basketball player. These were Silverstrom’s thoughts upon hearing that he would be doing yoga with the team here at Chico State. But Silverstrom, a three time Second Team All-CCAA selection and the team’s leading scorer in the 2017-2018 season, is now one of yoga’s biggest supporters. Yoga has recently been introduced as a way for athletes on campus to prevent injury, improve stamina and increase flexibility. Coach Greg Clink got the men’s basketball team involved in taking yoga classes over five years ago. “I had started doing yoga and I saw how it could benefit our player’s flexibility, strength and balance,” Clink said. Clink contacted Rex Stromness, a Chico State Kinesiology professor and co-owner of the Yoga Center in Chico. “Coach Clink asked me to come teach yoga to the men’s basketball team twice a week for seven weeks before the season started. We’ve been doing it ever since,” Stromness said. “The Chico State baseball team, track team and golf team have also taken classes from me.” According to Sports Illustrated and World Yoga News, college and professional athletes have been using yoga to increase their athletic ability. World Yoga News notes several professional athletes who participate in yoga include LeBron James, Tom Brady, Russel Wilson and Hope Solo. The results of this practice have been substantial. “I feel more limber, I play better, I’ve noticed that I’m faster and my stamina is up,” Silverstrom said. “Yoga mainly helped me with sustainability as far as staying away from being hurt and also mentally. Just being focused and in the moment,” said Jalen McFerren, Chico State basketball player. “Rex did a great job at pushing the point that when you walk in to just lock into what you’re doing and translate that onto the court by focusing in on each drill and each play.” “Doing yoga prepares your body to endure weight training, practice and games during the season,” said Dan Beavers, Chico State baseball pitcher. “Staying healthy is vital to the success of the team, so the goal of using yoga is to prevent injuries and help with recovery.” Just like anything, one has to stay consistent with yoga
to receive the benefits of it. “When I’m consistently doing yoga, my back is painfree,” said Annie Weiss, Chico State softball player. Silverstrom lamented about only having yoga during preseason due to the fact that once you stop doing yoga, you lose what you have gained and have to start all over again the next season. From injury prevention to injury rehabilitation, yoga has a multitude of uses. Weiss injured her rotator cuff last season and was in a sling for almost two months. “When I got out of the sling and started to move my arm again, my back was so tight from not being able to move it,” Weiss said. “Once I was able to get back into yoga, I swear it helped heal my arm. I would go to one class and my arm would feel amazing.” Sabrina Fairchild, Chico State kinesiology professor, explained how yoga helps not only the body but the mind. “Through the process of yoga, it really helps to make you relax. It’s what we call the parasympathetic system,” Fairchild said. “When you’re relaxed, your digestion improves, your muscles let go of their tension and your mind relaxes.” The parasympathetic system is the part of your nervous system responsible for functions of the body at rest. It handles everything from digestion to relaxation, essentially everything that your body should do without you telling it to. “Similar to yoga, baseball requires you to be in the moment. Yoga teaches you to calm yourself down and focus,” said Andrew Schantz, another member of the Chico State pitching staff, focuses on the mental aspect and the possible gains from yoga. “I think the mental part of it was sometimes bigger than the physical,” McFerren said. Yoga classes are held weekly at the Wildcat Recreation Center and are free for Chico State students. In addition, Chico State offers semester long yoga classes including an introductory yoga course, KINE 169, and intermediate yoga, KINE 169B. Courtney Chapman can be reached at sportseditor@theorion.com or @courtneychaps on Twitter.
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U p c o mi ng
mar. 14 - mar. 20
Wed 14 Community Water Forum
This community forum will feature climate change and local climate resiliency efforts presented by Mark Stemen, a professor at Chico State. In an effort to provide entry-level water knowledge to the citizens of both the campus and Chico community, local environmental groups have come together to host educational water forums. Where: Chico State Campus - ARTS 106 When: 6 p.m. Price: Free
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Stop by the Sutter Dining Hall this Wednesday to get your St. Patty’s Day dinner.
Join Associated Students dining at Sutter for St. Patty’s Dinner celebrations and food! The menu line-up will include traditional corned beef, Irish lamb stew, etc. If you do not have a meal plan, please purchase your all-you-can-eat entry at the front desk! Where: Sutter Dining Hall When: 4:30 p.m. Price: One Sutter Meal Swipe or day-of entry price
Upper River Blues Society Blues Jam
Stop by Scotty’s Landing for the Upper River Blues Society Blues Jam. Enjoy some food, drinks and listen to some blues. All tips go to Inspire! Where: Scotty’s Landing, 12609 River Rd When: 6 p.m. Price: Pay for your food, drinks and tips
The Drag King Project
In conjunction with Stonewall Alliance, The Drag King Project is hosting a sparkling queer spectacular. The Drag King Project founders are Spikey Van Dykey, Tucker Noir, Mad Max Morrison and Papi Churro. Join local kings Katya Manges, Kristy Love, Chris Fulton, Lupita Aguilera and more for an unforgettable night. This event is for ages 21 and over. Where: The Maltese When: Doors open at 9 p.m. Show starts at 10 p.m. Price: $7 The Drag King Project will be in Chico Wednesday.
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END OF THE WEEK PLANS Thu 15
Fri 16
Tahitian Dance Workshop
Dream Ally Training
Bring your friends to this dance workshop at the Wildcat Recreation Center to learn some Tahitian moves Thursday from 3:30 to 5 p.m. All skill levels are welcome. Where: WREC When: 3:30 to 5 p.m. Price: Free
This training provides a unique opportunity to have a glimpse into the lives of our undocumented students and students with mixed-status families at Chico State. Information about current federal and state legislation will also be included. Refreshments will be provided. Where: Kendall Hall, room 207/209 When: 2 to 4 p.m. Price: Free
Writer’s Voice presents Ryan Van Meter
Ryan Van Meter is the author of the essay collection “If You Knew Then What I Know Now” (2011). His work has appeared in The Gettysburg Review, Iowa Review, The Normal School Magazine, Ninth Letter and Fourth Genre and has been selected for anthologies including Best American Essays 2009. Come on down to the Zingg Recital Hall to listen to his nonfiction presentation. Where: Zingg Recital Hall (ARTS 150) When: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Price: Free
Environmental Coalition Gathering
The environmental community of Butte County and all conference participants are invited to a Community Gathering this Friday following the last keynote speaker of the This Way to Sustainability conference. The event will bring local environmental organizations and their supporters together. Participating organizations will share their visions, goals and recent achievements. There will be free appetizers and adult beverages for sale. All from the local environmental community are encouraged to attend. Where: Dorothy Johnson Center, 775 E 16th St. When: 5:30 p.m. Price: Free
Retirement Celebration for Barbara Paquin
Join the college of natural sciences for a celebration as they honor Barbara Paquin, ASC in the department of science education. She is now retiring after nearly 26 years of dedicated service to the Chico State campus. Her dedication, expertise and commitment to student success will be incredibly missed. Please come to Holt Hall room 381 for a celebration reception. Light snacks, desserts and refreshments will be served. Where: Holt Hall, room 381 When: 2 to 4 p.m. Price: Free
Cabaret Off Broadway
Studio One is having an open mic night. Come on down to sing, dance or play an instrument. Performers of all levels are welcome and there will be complimentary refreshments. Where: Studio One Ballroom When: 7 p.m. Price: $8
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Sun 18
Try Your Luck Drawing
Come down to the Gateway Science Museum this Saturday to draw. First prize will be $1000, second prize will be $500, third prize will be $100, fourth prize winners will get a family membership and fifth prize winners will get passes to the museum. Tickets are $20 each and one in five will win! Where: Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade When: 1 to 1:30 p.m. Price: Members & Children (2 and under): free; Adults (18 and older): $7; Children (3 - 17 years) and students with valid ID: $5 CHICO PERFORMANCES WEBSITE’S PHOTO
Goitse will be performing in Chico Sunday at Laxson Auditorium.
Ricardo Arjona
Head on over to the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento to see Guatemalan singer and songwriter Ricardo Arjona perform. He has sold over 40 million albums worldwide and is one of the most successful Latin American artists of all time. Where: Golden 1 Center, Sacramento When: 8 p.m. Price: $102 to $217 on Vivid Seats
Goitse
May the luck o’ the Irish be with you for one more day in this post St. Patrick’s Day celebration! Named Live Ireland’s Traditional Group of the Year and Chicago Irish American News’ Group of the Year. This lively group has made a name for themselves as one of the most sought after bands amongst connoisseurs of Irish traditional music across the globe, with their performances gaining notoriety across four continents. Lace up your dancing shoes and get ready for a night of fast-paced fun with Goitse. Where: Laxson Auditorium When: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Price: $37 Premium, $30 Adult, $28 Senior, $26 Youth and $10 Chico State Student
Tara Velarde
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Ricardo Arjona will be performing in Sacramento March 17.
Come on down to this private house concert with Joshua Hegg and Michael Bone. Portland singer-songwriter Tara Velarde has been described as “a captivating combination of class and sass.” Chico’s own Michael Bone, a singer, songwriter, drummer and pianist, is also set to play along with Josh Hegg. Entrance is by donation. Social hour 4 to 5 p.m. and music to follow. Feel free to bring food or beverage to share and be sure to RSVP. Where: Message Tara Velarde on Facebook for location When: 5 p.m. Price: Donation requested
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David Gans and Stephen Inglis at Studio 416
KZFR is proud to present Hawaiian slack-key guitar virtuoso Stephen Inglis with David Gans. The duo will interpret Grateful Dead music with a Hawaiian twist. This intimate seated show will be at the KZFR studios, 341 Broadway, room 416. Come up to the fourth floor, follow the signs around back and you will be part of the live broadcast on 90.1FM and kzfr.org. Where: KZFR 90.1 FM, 341 Broadway St Suite 411 When: 6:30 p.m. Price: Free
Aerial Yoga Swing Free Play
This is a free promotional class series. Come check out Elements Yoga Studio and play on the yoga swings. This is not a guided class but instead an opportunity to get comfortable and excited about aerial yoga fitness. Book your spot online, there are only eight swings. Where: Elements Yoga Studio When: 6 to 7 p.m. Price: Free
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Buddy Guy will be performing in Chico this Tuesday, March 20.
Buddy Guy
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legend Buddy Guy is coming to Laxson Auditorium Tuesday. Guy was a major influence on rock titans like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Stevie Ray Vaughan. He has seven Grammy awards and 37 Blues Music awards -the most anyone has ever received. Be sure to come on down to watch Guy perform some of his biggest hits. Where: Laxson Auditorium When: 7:30 p.m. Price: $70 Premium, $62 Adult, $60 Senior, $50 youth, $10 CSU Chico Students
Achilles Wheel
Achilles Wheel will once again bring their high energy brand of rock jams to the Big Room. This is a band that’s on the move and it’s only a matter of time before they just explode on the national screen. Be sure not to miss them at Sierra Nevada Tuesday. Where: Sierra Nevada Big Room When: 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Price: $17.50 Aerial yoga swings class will be held at the Elements Yoga Studio.
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Gilham’s no-hitter helps ’Cats improve to 23-2 Justin Couchot Sports Editor
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s if six complete game shutouts and two one- hitters on the year weren’t enough, senior Chico State softball pitcher Haley Gilham topped that Friday, tossing her first career no-hitter as a Wildcat in the 4-0 victory over Cal State Monterey Bay. Despite pitching a great game for the Wildcats, not allowing a hit and striking out 10, Gilham came just two walks short of a perfect game. What was different Friday from other days in the minds of Gilham and her catcher Claire Wayne? For Gilham, it was more mental than anything. “For me its just more mentally reminding myself of the accomplishments as a team and what we have done so far because they have my back.” Wayne, Gilham’s batterymate behind home plate, on the other hand, saw something different Friday. “Her spots were on point today. We talked about it before the game and we were excited.” Wayne went on to talk specifically about Gilham’s pitches, saying, “Her drops were killing it today. Her change-ups and drops were getting people to chase and BASEBALL 03/09 AWAY (15 innings)
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they were really working today.” This wasn’t the first time Gilham has flirted with a no-hitter or perfect game this season. She tossed a onehitter against the Academy of Art in her first start of the year, as well as Feb. 17 against
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Haley Gilham throws a pitch in her first no-hitter as a Wildcat. Cal State San Marcos. Gilham was coming off of two losses against Stanislaus State and Chico State Assistant Coach Randy Watt put Gilham’s bounce back best, saying, “She’s focused all the time. She lost a game last week and well, she
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doesn’t like to lose. She’s very competitive.” While the Wildcat offense is powering its way through the year, eyeing records of their own, Gilham has provided the Wildcats with an ace to lean on and a pitcher looking to break records of her own. STAT 'CAT
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SOFTBALL MEN’S BASKETBALL Chico State softball (23-2) is ranked No. 1 in the CCAA, with their next matchup coming against No. 2 UC San Diego
Throwing a no-hitter in her senior season is just one more accomplishment to add to her list as Wildcat. Justin Couchot can be reached at sportseditor@theorion.com or @JCouchot_Sports on Twitter.
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MEN’S BASKETBALL The Wildcats baseball team lost a 15 inning game to Monterey Bay Friday, the longest in Chico State history.
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New home run record set in series sweep
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ntering the final two games of the series on Saturday against Cal State Monterey Bay, the Chico State softball team needed just one home run to tie the record for most home runs as a team in a single season. The Wildcats didn’t wait long. In the third inning of game one, Ari Marsh went deep for her second home run of the year and the first in just over a month to tie the record at 26. Marsh mentioned that she has widened her stance this weekend in an attempt to get her legs more involved in her swing, and she did just that. However, just two innings later, the team leader in home runs, Bailey Akins, drove the ball over the center field fence for her eighth home run this year, bumping the Wildcats’ home run number to 27, breaking the record. Marsh, a junior, noticed a difference between this year’s team compared to years past’s teams. “We have way better chemistry on the field and off the field. We have an electric atmosphere around here and we all want to be here and win. We have so much passion and fire within us it’s a whole different approach,” said Marsh. Chico State head coach Angel STAT 'CAT BASEBALL
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Who: Cal State East Bay Where: Nettleton Stadium When: March 16 at 3 p.m. Price: Free with student I.D. General Admission: $5
vs. Who: Cal State East Bay Where: Nettleton Stadium When: March 17 at noon and 2:30 p.m. Price: Free with student I.D. General Admission: $5
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The Wildcats celebrate following Bailey Akins home run that broke the record for most as a team in a single season. Shamblin mentioned that this is one of the best offensive teams she has had in her nine years at Chico State. With great pitching in the circle thus far, it is no coincidence that the Chico State lineup is strong as well. When asked about how this team came together, Shamblin said, “We weren’t necessarily looking for power, but we knew we were going to be good in the circle, so we were looking for people who could help us put up runs on the board.” Individual home run leader Bailey Akins started out the season on fire with five home runs in the first 10 games. She then had a nine game drought
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before hitting three more in the last six games. “I am not trying to hit the long ball, but my approach is to hit the ball hard and take it one pitch at a time.” Akins talked about what she has been working on this season to help her success at the plate and said, “I have been noticing my weaknesses and have been working on making the spots I struggle with my strengths instead.” In game one, Wildcats’ pitcher Haley Gilham shut down the Otters once again, following her no-hitter Friday with a complete game shutout Saturday, this time allowing just three hits. She finished her strong weekend
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Justin Couchot can be reached at sportseditor@theorion.com or @JCouchot_Sports on Twitter.
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with her first save of the season for the Wildcats. In game two, it was shortstop Wendy Cardinali who shined for the Wildcats, finishing with two hits and four RBIs including a three-run home run in the second inning to give the Wildcats an early 5-0 advantage. Cardinali now has five on the year, makes the record 28 for the Wildcats as a team. Now 25 games into the season, with 26 games remaining, it can be assured this is in fact a record breaking season for the Wildcats.
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MEN’S BASKETBALL The Chico State track and field team took first in the Wildcat Invitational over the weekend, finishing with 262.41 points
UPCOMING - SOFTBALL vs. Who: UC San Diego Where: Triton Softball Field When: March 15 at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Price: Free
vs. Who: UC San Diego Where: Triton Softball Field When: March 16 at noon, 2 p.m. Price: Free
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MEN’S BASKETBALL After, Gilham’s no-hitter Chico State softball now has two on the year, with the other coming from junior Naomi Monahan..
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Power hitting pushing Chico State
Senior shortstop Casey Henderson launches a ball down the left field line. CARLY MAXSTONE - THE ORION
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wo weeks ago, I wrote a piece criticizing the Chico State baseball team’s lack of power this year. Through their first eight games, the Wildcats’ baseball team had only hit one home run, and had a .255 team average. This is in contrast to last year’s team who had hit five home runs at this point and just next door, the Chico State softball team, who slugged 14 home runs in their first eight games, and is on track to break their school’s home run record as a team just halfway through. It simply didn’t look like the long ball was going to be a part
of the baseball team’s game, and unfortunately they weren’t making much contact either. Recently, however, the Wildcat offense has made a major turn around and it is starting to show in their overall record. In their last eight games, the Chico State baseball team has slugged six home runs, and has a .310 average as a team. This power surge can not be attributed to any one player, however, as four different players have gone yard in recent games. Kyle Blakeman and Tyler Stofiel have each homered once while Alex DeVito and Luke Hussung have gone deep, twice each. One of the biggest keys to hitting for power is getting ahead in the count, and that
is exactly what the Wildcats’ offense struggled to do early and has been doing lately. Their hitters are staying patient and getting themselves into ideal counts against the pitcher, such as 3-1 or 2-0 counts and results are showing. When good hitters get into these type of counts, they can take advantage of the pitcher by sitting on a particular pitch in a particular location. For most power hitters, this usually means a fastball on the inner half of the plate. If the pitch is located anywhere else in the strike zone, they can simply lay off it and wait for another one. If the pitch is in their zone, however, then they are well prepared to jump all over it, and that’s when home
runs occur. To see which players are hitting for the most power, lets take a look at their slugging percentage, or slg%. For those who don’t know, slg% is calculated by dividing the total number of bases by the total number of at bats. Currently, designated hitter Alex DeVito leads the team with a .581 slg%. This comes as no surprise, as designated hitters are often known for their raw power. DeVito is followed by Tyler Stofiel and Luke Hussung, who have slugging percentages of .545 and .441. Shortstop Casey Henderson is currently fourth on the list with a slg% of .415, but look for him to break out of his power slump soon. In 2017, Henderson hit two
home runs in his first 16 games. This year, he has no home runs though his first 16 games. Nevertheless, Henderson’s average has improved from .299 last year to .321 this year. This shows that he is still seeing the ball well and making good contact, but is just lacking the extra lift to get the ball over the fence. Look for the ball to start jumping off of Henderson’s bat in the near future, however, because he is due for one soon. The Wildcats play next at 3 p.m. Friday when they host Cal State East Bay in the first of a four game series. Austin Schreiber can be reached at sportseditor@theorion.com or @aschreiber94 on Twitter.
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Wildcat of the week Joseph Iloa Track & Field
Joseph Ilaoa is a thrower for the Chico State track and field team. Ilaoa is in his junior year and continues to excel at the discus, shot put and hammer throws in his time as a Wildcat. Ilaoa’s most recent success includes his finishes at the Kim Duyst Invitational in Turlock, where he finished second in both the discus and shot put.
How did you first get involved in track and field?
I first got involved my junior year of high school. It started off with a wager with me and my friend of who could throw the furthest. So, I did it, came out on top, and actually became pretty good at it. That’s how I first started and I ended up here.
Who or what has been your inspiration?
First and foremost God and my family. It’s always been my motivation to keep going and try to push to newer heights.
What are your goals for this season?
I’ve got a few. First, to stay healthy, improve and take it day by day. I definitely want to win CCAA and make it to nationals and score some points over there for the team.
Do you see a future in track and field beyond college? I definitely hope so. I’m in progress. I’m here now, so I’m focused on what’s here, but as time progresses I hope to try and go pro.
What are your future goals?
My future goals are to try and lean off of discus and shot put and try to focus on hammer and see how far I can take that. If that works it would be cool to compete for my home country (American Samoa) and get dual citizenship and compete for them if I can’t make the U.S.A. team. That would be cool. 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. KATE ANGELES - THE ORION
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How to flirt like a pro, build confidence Danielle Cortes Staff Writer
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lirting can be a fun little game or, for some, nothing more than a deathly embarrassing scenario. Unfortunately, you can't just go "accidentally" drop a stack of books in front of your crush and as they are helping you pick them up you brush each other's hands and magically make some sort of connection and fall in love. Life is just not like the movies. To flirt, all you really need is one thing, confidence. Building confidence can be easier for some than others but just like anything else, it
can be perfected with practice. You really have to be willing to put yourself out there and this can be achieved by showing off your confident side. Here are some pro-tips on different methods of flirting that are guaranteed to have them believe you are all that and a bag of chips... because you are!
Grab their hand and ask to compare hand sizes Personally, this is my favorite because it is straightforward and we all know what happens next.
Make direct eye contact when they are speaking to you, give them
your full attention
Romelo Thornton, sophomore
Even though it might make you blsuh.
“To be honest, I do not really flirt because I suck at it."
Ask for their Snapchat code and start that streak
Isabella McKail, freshman
Give compliments Everybody loves getting their ego boosted so go ahead and tell them you love their eyes. Fellow Wildcats shared their flirting experiences and tips:
Tom Height, junior “I flirt by genuinely showing interest and caring about what the other person is saying.”
“I never needed to (flirt) because I am beautiful... so I never learned how.”
Savanna Garduno, sophomore “Laugh at everything he says.”
Kaitlin Makiej, sophomore “I flirt by accidentally making eye contact multiple times and hope they’ll make the first move.”
Crystal Gonzalez, sophomore “The way I flirt is normally I’ll try
to make jokes but I try to give a lot of eye contact even though it makes me super nervous. I also laugh a lot at their jokes even if they are not funny and I find it a lot easier to flirt when I have some alcohol in my system, it eases my nerves. I try and pat them on the shoulder or do little things but no full on contact because that would just make him uncomfortable, I would imagine. Another thing I do is smile a lot, but the smile just comes naturally of course!" Flirting might be hard. But with a little practice, you can become a pro. Danielle Cortes can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or @theorion_news on Twitter
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FOOTBALL
OPINION
Bring back the Wildcats' roar
icture fans in bleachers cheering for the Wildcats, tailgating and the thrill of football players
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good game of sports. As much as we love the high schoolers and their football games, nothing is more competitive than two university football teams. “I know in high school I
beating a rival school. As we all know, Chico State lacks this American pastime, but a football team is exactly what we need for our quiet little town. Having a football team would change our school for the better. There are a variety of students who chose Chico and have come from high schools who also lacked a football team. This could bring a new light to those students, especially when attending a college environment. You’re walking into the best experience of your life and a new environment is always good for you. Chico State is also lacking in school spirit. Admit it, the organizations at Chico State are a great job at bringing some spirit to campus, but organizations are not always for everyone. Maybe having something to look forward to on the weekend can bring some excitement back to the campus. Not only that, but it’s something the whole campus and community can enjoy. It’s a quiet, laid-back town, where we don’t find ourselves needing to join anything to fit in but it’s common to see people enjoying nature and a
was super into football games and I know a lot of people here complain about us not having a football team and therefore I feel that can bring us together,” said Mayhelm Sanchez, third-year and recreational therapy major. “Plus, even if some people don’t watch football or you don’t really like (it), if you want to hang out with your friends at a football game. It's like 'Friday Night Lights.'” There are also the super fun homecoming weeks, where students and organizations throughout campus create activities to energize and encourage students to attend the homecoming game. Then the tailgates, where many students plan to BBQ, have a good time and listen to some live music. One of the most important factors in bringing a football team back to Chico State is that it can help our revenues. With students selling food at tailgates, the community purchasing fan gear and people paying for tickets to watch the game, the financial support can even help increase more funds for more programs. According to Far West Capital, college football teams almost always generate
Karen Limones Staff Writer
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significant revenues and, in some cases, a school’s football program can support funding for other athletic programs that do not make a profit. I think bringing together a community over a game of football is the best way to
share our Chico vibes. We get to socialize with more people through a common interest and even if this sport is not your favorite, it’s always fun to gather with friends and support your university football team. If we had a
football team, I’d attend some games and I bet anything that school spirit would skyrocket because we would be closer as a campus and community. Karen Limones can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or @theorion_news on Twitter
OPINION SOCIAL ISSUES
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JAIME MUNOZ—THE ORION
Mental health should be top priority Grant Schmieding Staff Writer
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lyn Saks, suffering from chronic schizophrenia, had hardly eaten for a week. Her face felt like a mask and she moved as if her legs were wooden. Sitting in total darkness with the curtains drawn and her room in utter disrepair, help was a necessity. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that “Mental illnesses account for a larger proportion of disability in developed countries than any other group of illnesses, including cancer and heart disease.” But a stigma exists around counseling in the U.S., according to the American Psychological Association. We all have emotions. It’s important to learn how to manage them in a healthy way. In our society, we want to fit in. We often stuff down unwanted or spastic emotions that prevent us
In our society, we want to fit in, often stuffing down unwanted, spastic emotion that prevent us from doing so. from doing so. Getting a grip on emotions can feel like clinging to monkey bars, sprayed with WD-40. Solutions found in capsules and tablets often become appealing. While pills are often necessary, they are not always the best answer. In the British Broadcasting System documentary, "The Trap," American psychiatrist Paul McHugh states that humans have a “particular ideal model” and want medications that will help them fit this model. McHugh goes on to explain that these medications dull unpleasant emotions, such as worry and grief. Trouble is, mitigating complex and difficult emotions,
without proper need, only makes us simpler. Progress is often made through struggle. The National Institute of Mental Health states that talk therapy often helps people avoid and change unhealthy thought patterns. Life can be overwhelming. We all have our ups and downs. I suspect, from time to time, we could all use someone to talk to. Everything about Saks's struggle with schizophrenia suggests that she could not be a functioning member of society. Well, thanks to excellent treatment, including psychotherapy, she is. Saks now serves as a chaired professor of psychiatry, law and psychology at the University of Southern California Gould School of Law. Counseling provides us with a
I suspect, from time to time, we could all use someone to talk to.
Counseling provides us with a safe and professional place to face our emotions, lessening their power, and helping us break down the mental barriers in our minds. safe and professional place to face our emotions, lessen their power and help us break down the mental barriers in our minds. The Chico State Counseling and Wellness Center, located in the Student Services Center offers free counseling to all students. They also offer a variety of other resources, including the Zen Den, a quiet room to relax and destress with massage chairs. Everyone has issues. Seeking counseling doesn’t mean people are crazy, it means they are proactive. Grant Schmieding can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or @G_Schmieding on Twitter.
Chico State Counseling and Wellness Center: Location: Student Services Center, room 430 Contact: 530-898-6345 Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Zen Den hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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STUDENT LIFE
OPINION
Owning pets can lead to more college stress
Nicte Hernandez Staff Writer
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ccording to the American Institute of Stress, eight out of 10 college students experience stress frequently or on a day-to-day basis. College can get lonely and stressful at times, miles away from your family and friends. It is a whole new environment that we must get used to. So at times it might seem like a good idea to get yourself a furry friend. They can be so cute and will always be by your side. They can become your new best friend and will add some love to your college home. However, this is not always the case. College students are not ready to take on the responsibility of adopting a furry friend and here's why:
1. They are expensive As the saying goes, most of us at this time in our life are broke college students and when it comes to pets, your wallet is going to keep hurting well after that first initial purchase. They require food like any other living species, they need to be vaccinated and neutered to make sure your furry friend does not become a furry family. Then, they have to be entertained with toys, then more toys because they will eventually get bored of the first ones. According to Money Under 30, the first year of pet ownership exceeds $1,000. It is a never-ending cycle and can be almost impossible for students living off ramen.
2. They are like children Having a pet is a much bigger responsibility than most think. They require love, patience and lots of attention. At this time in our lives most of us are not ready for that amount of responsibility.
3. Require lots of time With schoolwork, internships, extracurriculars and, for some, a part-time jobs. Juggling all of this and trying to maintain a social life can get to be almost impossible. Try adding taking care of a furry animal on top of that. Depending on the pet, most require play time and bathroom time outside, so one has to constantly take time out of their day to make sure there are no accidents. This can interrupt homework, nap time and, in some cases, social time. I cannot count how many times friends have had to go home from the bars or whatever social activity we were doing because they were afraid their pet would have an accident. So as you can see there are plenty of reasons why adopting a pet in college is a no. Sure they will be there for you every day and will add some excitement to your normal routines but is the hole in your wallet really worth the companionship? I think not. This is something one has to work their way up to and could be a good graduation gift from mom and dad. Nicte Hernandez can be reached at theorioneditor@theorion.com or @nicteh7 on Twitter DIEGO RAMIREZ—THE ORION
OPINION ADVICE
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Study tips to avoid falling behind
Grant Schmieding Staff Writer
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t’s that time in the semester where we're all at the pinpoint of finishing our
midterms and ready for spring break. We begin to think, “I just want it to be here already,” and in some cases, it distracts us from our studies. Let me tell you, spring break will be waiting for you but if you’re not willing to wait, your grades could be affected. Here are some tips on how to focus on studying if you find yourself losing some motivation during exam week.
1. Stay motivated Start by setting a goal for yourself. It’s never a bad thing to push yourself to strive for better. Who knows, you could end up surprising yourself. Use incentives. Motivate yourself with rewards after you’ve studied and done well on the test. Remind yourself how important it is for you to stay focused. There is a reason you’re in school and working hard.
2. Find a suitable study environment The most important thing when it comes to studying is finding a comfortable place that will help you stay focused. Find a nice, quiet place with comfortable seating. For example a nice café lounge nearby or your campus library.
According to PsychCentral, finding an ideal study place is important, because it’s one you can reliably count on for the next few years. The goal is to limit distractions.
3. Reach out to a study partner This doesn’t mean gather all your friends and have a study session. In fact, the most effective way to keep yourself up on deadlines and limit distractions is by working with someone with similar goals, according to ThoughtCo. Choose a study partner who is smart, dedicated and doesn't mind teaching. Your study sessions could go much better.
4. Use helpful tactics Some helpful tactics are the use of flash cards, notes, charts, diagrams or mnemonic tools. One helpful tactic to prepare for exams is to review past versions. It can help you get used to the format of the questions. Keep your brain fueled by choosing some healthy snacks, and if you happen to be a coffee lover, I suggest you have a cup. It can energize you and help you concentrate. However, don’t overdo it or you can become jittery and uncomfortable, according to WebMD.
5. Short breaks matter, take one After a good while of study-
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ing, take a break or plan a time to take one. This is the most effective way to stay focused during your studies. Scientist say that even brief breaks from a task can dramat-
ically improve one’s ability to focus on a task for a long period of time, according to PsychCentral. After 20 minutes, try to get back to your studies or you
may be tempted in prolonging your break. Grant Schmieding can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or @theorion_news on Twitter.
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OPINION NEBULA