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Theft of electronics rises on campus Nathan Lehmann

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Royce Tevis, a professor of music and theater at Chico State, stepped out of his office to get a drink of water. When he returned, he saw that his department-issued MacBook was gone. “I lost 14 years of information,” Tevis said. All of the information on his computer was work-related, he said.

Theft of electronic devices has risen at Chico State in the past few weeks, said Lt. Corinne Beck of the University Police. There have been 14 electronic theft reports filed since the beginning of the semester, with a spike in the past few weeks, Beck said. Laptops have been the most frequently stolen, Beck said. Cellphones have also been a common target of theft. Locations have been widespread across campus, Beck said.

“The most important thing is to not leave your valuables unattended,” Beck said. She advised that students visit the University Police station and enter the serial numbers of their electronics into their database. The number will be logged into a statewide theft system and will be easier to track by law enforcement. “If someone’s laptop is stolen, report it,” she said. “We have investigation means to track something down.”

Since his laptop was stolen, he uses paper files in the music department, Tevis said. He has never felt the safety of his belongings were in jeopardy until now. “I lived in Chico a long time ago,” Tevis said. “We never locked our doors. Things have changed.” Nathan Lehmann can be reached at

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30-pound bag of pot found on campus Nathan Lehmann

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A garbage bag containing about 30 pounds of marijuana was discovered Thursday in the parking structure connected to the campus police station. Police received a cellphone call made from the parking structure near the corner of Second Street and Normal Avenue, said Lt. Corinne Beck of the University Police Department. The caller terminated the call before any words were spoken, she said. Officers were sent to track down the location from which it was made. The officers discovered a shopping cart next to an Emergency Blue Light phone in the parking structure, she said. A large black garbage bag of marijuana was found in the shopping cart. The garbage bag contained unprocessed marijuana that was not divided into packages, Beck wrote in an email to The Orion. University Police will keep the property in the meantime before they eventually destroy it. “It’s one of the strangest things I’ve seen in a long time,” Beck said.

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Flying high again First-year exercise physiology major Brooke Whitburn participates in the second round of the long jump Friday during the Heptathlon “A” competition. Whitburn scored 4,056 points for fifth place in the Chico Multi-Classic and took first in the Group “A” long jump.

Track ’Cats continue success during Friday’s meet Three Chico State track team members qualified for the NCAA Championship, two finished in the top two of the Heptathlon “B” group and two made the top five of the Heptathlon “A” group during Friday’s Chico Multi-Classic.

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Drought depletes Lake Oroville Dam energy production Yessenia Funes

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If more water doesn’t land in Lake Oroville soon, off-campus students and Chico residents can expect an energy shortage and cost increase this summer. The ongoing drought has kept Lake Oroville nearly 20 percent below its average capacity for this time, according to the Department of Water Resources’ website, causing its power plant to produce only half the electricity it should be. People don’t use much power during the winter, so this energy shortage hasn’t affected off-campus students and Chico residents yet, said Jana Frazier, the facility’s tour guide. However, those who stick around in the summer may feel the impact if skies stay sunny. Summertime in Chico means air conditioners on blast, sometimes all day, Frazier said. The hottest day in Chico hit 111 degrees last year, according to WeatherSpark. These high temperatures will attract high electrical consumption, but Lake Oroville could be even lower by then. “We’re kind of expecting this summer that we’re going to have some power outages in the state,” Frazier said. “The drought is affecting any aspect of every person’s life.” This drought has left Lake Oroville lower than the drought from 1976 to 1977, according to the Department of Water Resources’ website. The 1976 drought left hydroelectric en-

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dam drought Jana Frazier, Oroville Dam tour guide, explains how the hydroelectric turbines works. ergy low and electricity expensive because of increased oil and natural gas dependence, according to a 2011 U.S. Department of Energy study. The same happened during a 2001 drought. The same occurred from 1986 to 1992, according to the California Energy Commission. The Hyatt Power Plant at Oroville Dam is currently producing around 511 megawatts a day with only one turbine running, Fra-

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zier said. The plant can produce up to 853 megawatts per day with a full lake and all six of its turbines running. Dams run on water horsepower, said Steffen Mehl, a Chico State associate professor of civil engineering. This power depends on the flow, or volume, of water moving through the system and the height the water falls from, he said. In Oroville’s case, both are affected by the

drought. The plant can’t flow too much water out or it risks drying the reservoir if the same amount of water isn’t flowing in. The lake’s low elevation also eliminates the height needed for the drop to spin the turbines for optimum energy production, Frazier said. “The lake looks like a giant mud puddle,” Frazier said, “So all that space would normally be filled with water and normally drop into our intake system and fall into our turbines to spin our electricity system.” The dam outsources its electricity to California’s grid, which distributes electricity throughout the state. Pacific Gas and Electric Company draws energy from the grid, so it relies on the dam’s hydroelectric power. PG&E is Chico’s only energy provider, said Mark Orme, Chico assistant city manager. As far as he knows, the city can’t purchase energy elsewhere because no one else has asked to sell it. Early anticipation, coordination, planning and a public relations campaign to promote conservation efforts succeeded for past droughts, according to the 2011 Department of Energy study. “We can make this work even though we have no water,” Frazier said. “If everybody practices good conservation, we’ll be fine — and that might be flushing your toilet every second use, as gross as that sounds.” Yessenia Funes can be reached at

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puff puff sign John Spivey, a marijuana advocate, shows Astrid Vera, a senior communication sciences and disorders major, a petition to overturn new county regulations.

Tablers petition grow laws thousand more signatures,” Spivey said. Astrid Vera, a senior communications sciences and disorders major, signed the petition. “I know people who have gone to jail for marijuana,” Vera said. “I don’t think it’s a big enough deal to go to prison for that.” Most students walked past the booth with little to no response when asked about signing the petition. “You have students being students,” Spivey said. “Some of them don’t care about it. Some John Spivey are rude about the situVolunteer ation.” Cultivation regulations were tightened in response to growers degrading the environment, said Maureen Kirk, a Butte County Supervisor.

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Staff Writer Medical marijuana patients are in the process of gathering signatures to overturn new county restrictions on cannabis cultivation. John Spivey, a patient, stood outside of Meriam Library Thursday morning to help gather signatures. The new regulations will be suspended and included as a local measure in the November general election ballots if petitioners can garner at least 7,600 signatures. “We are very close, we only need a couple

Some of them don’t care about it. Some of them are rude about the situation.

The majority of growers come from out of state, Kirk said. In 2013, 62 out of 66 marijuana farms in Butte County were grown by out-ofstate residents that purchased medical recommendations to grow for profit. “They come in during the season, buy some land and then leave behind a mess after the grow season is over,” Kirk said. There have been more than 20 different hearings regarding medical marijuana in Butte County in only three years, Kirk said. It’s an ongoing battle between the Board of Supervisors and citizens, Spivey said. “If they really wanted to regulate the environmental impact from the harsh chemicals, then they would have to stop flying planes as well because of how much they destroy the environment,” Spivey said.

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Web outage revives old tech An Internet service outage Thursday forced Chico business owners to resort to old-fashioned technologies. Only businesses using AT&T Internet services were affected. The outage was caused by a cable cut from a farm construction project near Richvale, Alexander Carey, an AT&T spokesman, wrote in an email to The Orion. Technicians repaired the cut line and Internet access was back up by Friday afternoon, Carey wrote. Connections went down at Gogi’s Cafe on Salem Street around 3 p.m. Thursday, said Vinay Kumar, the owner. “It was hectic for everyone,” Kumar said. “Our life is connected to the Internet.” Gogi’s credit card system requires a Wi-Fi connection, he said. Without a backup system, they only accepted cash payments. Regular customers who didn’t have cash were allowed to eat for free, Kumar said. “We were not going to tell them that they couldn’t eat,” he said. Pita Pit employees had to ring customers’ credit cards through a dial-up processor, said Scott Dakof, the restaurant owner. Cash transactions required an old-fashioned register. A fax machine was used to send catering receipts. “Everything is a little easier when facilitated through the Internet,” Dakoff said. A credit card imprinter was used at the Naked Lounge, said Derek Carpenter, a barista.

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BACK TO BASICS Reggie Hayden, a patron, and Vinay Kumar, owner of Gogi’s Cafe on Salem Street, deal with Internet issues. Kumar could only accept cash while the connection was down. Some customers ate for free. Many of the Naked Lounge’s patrons are students who need to use the Web, said Trevor Hill, another barista. Both the Naked Lounge and Pita Pit use Pandora for background music and had to switch to radio or plug in their iPods. Linda Johnson, owner of Trips and Travel on West Third Street, couldn’t issue airline

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Little boxes house free reads Madison Holmes

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Community sharing of literature is being promoted through two little green boxes in Chico. The Little Free Libraries are schoolhouse-shaped boxes filled with books the public is welcome to share and take, said David Overton, a Chico State student and social work intern for the Love Chapmantown Coalition. “The idea is that people will take books, read them and they will eventually end up giving one back,” he said. The libraries stay stocked with donations from Lyon Books and Chico Friends of the Library, but cookbooks, books on video and audiobooks also turned up through community donors, Overton said. The Little Free Libraries are located in front of Has Beans Coffee & Tea Company on Humboldt Avenue and Subud Hall in the Chapmantown neighborhood. As of 2014, 15,000 Little Free Libraries are registered around the world, according to the Little Free Library’s website. The project began in 2009. Todd Bol from Hudson, Wis. built a wooden model of a one-room schoolhouse as a tribute to his mother, a former schoolteacher who loved reading. He filled it with books that community members

could take for free. The program was brought to Chico by the Love Chapmantown Coalition, but was put on hold until Overton was offered the task of completing the project. Overton made the boxes weatherproof and added doors and shingles, said Oliver Allen, outreach coordinator for the Butte County Library. More Little Free Libraries will arrive in Butte County soon, Allen said. Allen said he was approved $500 to fund additional boxes and register the current boxes with the Little Free Libraries’ international program. The new boxes will be installed in Chico’s heavily trafficked areas, Overton said. “We’re spreading out,” he said. “We started in Chapmantown and now we’re hopefully going to cover a lot of neighborhoods in Butte County.” The goal is to have 40 Little Free Libraries around Butte County by 2015, Allen said. Chico State students and community members can help the Little Free Libraries program by donating money, resources or their time, he said. Madison Holmes can be reached at

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free fiction A little green box located at Has Beans Coffee & Tea Company on Humboldt Avenue.

Students search out Student remembered unlit areas in town as genuine, helpful By Halloween weekend, all of the recommended streetlights on Ivy Street and Staff Writer the surrounding neighborhoods had been Associated Students members and fixed, Barnsdale said. Members of Phi Chi Theta also adabout 30 student volunteers joined to surdressed the issue in February, but the vey street lighting conditions north of safety walks project is different, she said. campus and in the avenues east of Warner It’s designed to push the city Street on Thursday night. to fix any lighting problems, Groups of five to six students whereas Phi Chi Theta memsplit up in routes and noted unbers mapped out safe routes for lit areas and streetlamps that students walking to and from are currently out of service school at night, Barnsdale said. keeping track of their utility The Community Affairs pole ID numbers. Council is also currently workThe project was brought back ing with the public works dejust before Halloween weekend partment to widen bike lanes last October, said JW Dobbe, on Nord Avenue. commissioner of the CommuJW Secondly, they’d like to innity Affairs Council for the A.S. Dobbe stall a crossing signal on Nord and walk organizer. A.S. Commissioner in front of Timbers ApartThe council ran a south camof Community ments, Barnsdale said. pus walk last semester focusing Affairs Council Many of the volunteers were on Ivy Street and the adjoining first-year students, Barnsdale neighborhoods, said Kristina Barnsdale, another member of the Com- said. “The changes that we make now will afmunity Affairs Council and safety walk fect their living conditions next year when coordinator. they are living off-campus,” she said. A week and a half before Halloween weekend the council gave detailed information about the conditions of street Eric McCauley can be reached at lamps to Lt. George Laver of the Chico Po- newseditor@theorion.com or lice Department, she said. @theorion_news on Twitter. Laver passed the council’s recommendations to the Chico Public Works Committee. Eric McCauley

support or help you solve the problem.” Rushin loved sports, music, films, writStaff Writer ing and languages, Abbiati said. He was fluent in French and Spanish and was A graduate student, remembered by his working on learning five or six other lanpeers as being supportive, died Feb. 14 of guages colon cancer in Paradise. He “In this last year, I learned was 66. what a persevering spirit he Andrew Rushin was enrolled had to move forward and still in the masters of science in the try and live despite the medical instructional technology proand pain setbacks he was exgram at Chico State, according periencing,” she said. “When to a campuswide email. he found out he was dying, he He had completed all of his said ‘It’s okay, I have lived an coursework and was in the proamazing life, I don’t have any cess of organizing his thesis regrets.’” when he died. He was 66. Andrew Rushin was a longtime memThis was Rushin’s third battle Rushin ber of the Chico State commuwith cancer since he was diagGraduate student nity. In 2004, he received a bachnosed with the disease at age 19. Instructional elor’s degree in instructional During his battle with cancer, Technology technology at Chico State bean online fundraiser was crefore graduating to the master’s ated to help with hospice care program. and funeral costs. His many interests included football, Lynn Abbiati, a research technician at Chico State and a friend of Rushin, knew playing drums and guitar and deep-sea him for about 10 years and met during Ab- diving, according to the email. He had worked in construction and real estate bebiati’s first year in graduate school. “He was a truly genuine person, which fore enrolling at Chico State. Rushin is survived by his mother and is hard to find these days,” she said. “He two siblings living on the East Coast. would help you in a minute’s notice if he could. I can remember many occasions when I called him late into the night with Eric McCauley can be reached at some quirky computer or coursework newseditor@theorion.com or question, he was always willing to offer @theorion_news on Twitter. Eric McCauley

Club profits channeled through university, deposited into A.S. account then transferred to a state account for the club’s use, wrote Lorraine Hoffman, vice Asst. News Editor president for business and finance, in an email to The Orion. Chico State is holding a campus club acThe club gets countable for charged for the profits from sellbaking process, ing lab manuals said Chadwick to students. McCready, senior O m i c r o n biology major Theta Epsilon and president of has been selling Omicron Theta to students using Epsilon. a Wildcat Card “We have to reader since the Lorraine Hoffman give them a prouniversity reVice president for business and finance posal for what quired them to we’re spending, in fall 2013. then we get reimThe club sells lab manuals in Holt Hall to students taking bursed, and when we do, we get charged for science classes. Students must swipe their it,” McCready said. Each time the club withdraws money Wildcat Card through a reading machine to from its account, A.S. charges a 2 percent buy a manual. administrative fee. The machine transfers the funds to an As“The fee covers the administrative prosociated Students bank account, which are Christine Lee

It’s important that any funds collected from students have been approved by the university.

The Orion wins top awards at national convention The Orion The Orion, Chico State’s independent student-run news source, won 10 awards at the California College Media Association banquet Saturday and and two national awards Sunday at the Associated Collegiate Press convention in San Diego. The Orion won 1st place Best of Show for its newspaper and 2nd place best of show for its website, theorion.com. The newspaper and website competed against universities from across the country. The Orion took home 10 awards at the California College Media Association banquet including 1st place General Excellence. “The news content in the Orion is strong,” read the judges comments. “Strong sourcing distinguished several of these stories and the excellent use of graphics helped break out critical information.”

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cess of us holding their funds and for dis- rented to the club from the Wildcat Card persing their funds,” said Susan Jennings, Office. The department of business and fifinancial director for A.S. Finance covers the $250 rental fee. nancial Services. “We service The science professors write their bank account so it’s a bank the lab manuals that are required charge that you would normally and the biology club pays to print have hold your money.” and sell them to students. The Wildcat Card reader proThe club uses the profits to tects the student, department fund scholarships, biology semiand club from issues with hannars, field trips and science fair dling cash, specifically risks of workshops with Notre Dame physically collecting and deposHigh School. iting cash into a bank account, The department of financial chadwick Hoffman wrote. services is looking to establish an mccready In addition to protecting stu“e-market” site where students President, Omicron Theta Epsilon dents, a required course fee was can purchase lab manuals and put in place for science classes the money is directly recorded that require students to buy lab manuals. in the account, which would eliminate the “It is important that any funds collected need for a Card reader, Hoffman wrote. from students has been approved by the university and that the funds are being used for Christine Lee can be reached at the purpose for which they were approved,” klee@theorion.com or Hoffman wrote. @leechris017 on Twitter. The Wildcat Card reading machine is

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Police Wednesday, 5:58 p.m.: Brandishing weapon near Modoc Hall. “White male adult waving a knife at vehicle in the area. Last seen in Holt area heading towards Butte. Areas checked by officers, unable to locate so far. Unable to locate on campus core, west campus, or south of creek.” Thursday, 5:08 p.m.: Disturbance in Acker Hall. “Language barrier with reporting party. Reporting party has room reserved for class, cheerleaders are practicing in reserved room. Reporting party stated he made arrangements with other party occupying the space to share, officer making contact with the cheerleaders. Dance leader advised of process for room reservation, unhappy but understood.” Friday, 1:24 a.m.: Suspicious subject in Whitney Hall. “Reporting party advising white male adult trying to get into building. Advising subject last seen west towards bike racks. Unable to locate.” Saturday, 7:19 p.m.: Vehicle towed on Palmetto/Mangrove. “Driver was cited and is opting to remain on scene until tow truck arrives. Driver was cited and vehicle was towed. Driver asked for both officers’ names on scene and advised them his father who works in law enforcement would see them.” Sunday, 6:06 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances at University Village. “Reporting party heard glass break, nothing seen. Unfounded, negative at UV. Occurred on Nord Ave, CPD contacted.”

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Tuesday, 9:36 p.m.: Suspicious subject in Meriam Library third floor bathroom. “Reporting party reporting that a transient is locked in the bathroom again.”

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Blotter Monday, 9:24 a.m.: Suspicious subject in the bookstore. “Currently in the text book area, white male adult 20s. Reporting party advised they caught same subject stealing books on Saturday. Making contact in southwest corner. No contacts, nonstudent. File on shoplift.”

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Tuesday, 8:26 a.m.: Subject disturbance in Starbucks on Broadway Street. “Reporting party advising subject came in and asked for water. They gave him water which he promptly threw at a passing waste management truck. Subject outside on his bike. At 1:36 p.m. subject returned, reporting party requesting officer to advise the subject. Suspect stole item and left store.”

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Wednesday, 11:24 a.m.: Subject disturbance on Rancheria Drive. “Female subject has broom walking around yelling and taking things off porches, threatening to hit people with the broom. She is currently in the middle of the roadway yelling at occupied vehicles. Officer getting subject on a beach cruiser towards Mechoopda.” Thursday, 9:45 a.m.: Indecent exposure on Vallombrosa Avenue. “Subject with penis hanging out. Subject is walking with a full erection and is fondling himself. Reporting party en route to meet officer at Wells Fargo parking lot. Unfounded report today.” Friday, 6:53 p.m.: Possession of drugs at Transit Center on West Second Street. “Male put a small white electronic device down and started saying ‘bomb, bomb, bomb’ as he walked away. Subject started talking on his cell phone saying ‘hey, I’m trying to get a hold of you. I put a bomb here.’ Bomb issue unfounded.” Saturday, 9:44 a.m.: Stabbing on Rio Lindo Avenue. “Victim in Aegis Medical Services Clinic lobby. Suspect was running towards Enloe Prompt Care. Has the knife in a jacket. Suspect just jumped the fence to Prompt Care. Reporting party ran toward the front of the prompt care and headed toward Country Waffle. Weapon is a pair of scissors in gray jacket on the ground. Subject stashed jacket in front of Prompt Care.”

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Students start safety efforts Chico has been the target of many community calls to action over the years, but it would seem the word “community” is not a common word in many students’ lexicon. Student apathy toward safety is understandable — this town is merely a stopgap for some to earn a degree and participate in the quintessential college experience of partying and revelry. Unfortunately, this attitude only contributes to the negative stereotype Chico students face. Remarks by Chico locals regarding their relief when students leave for the summer are all too common. When an individual or a group of students take it upon themselves to make their community safer they should be applauded. There have been several efforts in the past month to make this college town a safer place for its students.

Last week, representatives from Associated Students and student volunteers took to the streets to map unsafe lighting conditions around campus. This group is not alone. Members of Phi Chi Theta, Chico State’s co-ed business and economics fraternity, have also worked to find and report street lights that were in need of repairs. The efforts by Matthew Riebe, a junior public administration major, are also of note. Riebe personally started a designated driver service to help students get

home safely after a night out. These projects are commendable and students should take pride in their fellow Wildcats who strive to make Chico safer. There are safety concerns in all college towns — if students are perceived as a part of the problem, they should be a part of the solution. Sadly, Chico has seen multiple student assaults and fatalities in the past year. It is comforting to know that there are some individuals that care and are willing to do something. The community call to

Whether or not Chico State students consider themselves a part of this community, their actions are noticed.

action is alive and well thanks to the efforts of these students. Whether or not Chico State students consider themselves a part of this community, their actions are noticed. The city’s local government has been watching closely. Chico’s latest social host ordinance, aimed at punishing underage drinking and those who foster it, is a direct result of the actions of students. However, Chico doesn’t need misguided legislation to change the culture. This town needs to hold itself accountable. It needs students that are willing to make a positive change. It needs people who look out for one another. Students considering contributing to the community should know they are not alone. That curiosity could easily become something positive.

Six reasons California should split Zachary Phillips

Asst. Opinion Editor With its sunny beaches, fertile farmland and bustling cities, California is nothing if not newsworthy. The most recent story hovering over the state involves Silicon Valley businessman Tim Draper and his proposition to split California into six different states. Draper’s new boundaries have California divided by its well-known regions. Chico would be a part of Jefferson, the state farthest north. North California is just below that with Sacramento smack-dab in the center. Silicon Valley encompasses both its namesake and the Bay Area and Central California covers all that farmland everyone hates driving through. West California covers Santa Barbara and Los Angeles and South California has San Diego. Although I can understand people’s apprehensions about such a drastic change, I think that splitting California really could be beneficial for all. There are several reasons why California should be split into different states; the only thing better than one California is six of them.

into six different states would mean that fewer individuals will have to suffer from harmful and irrelevant stereotypes. The farmers of Central California will never be confused with the South California surfers or the hippies of Jefferson.

Water rights The water allocation issue is one big reason for splitting into different states. Once separate, states will no longer have to ship all of their water away just to please the ingrates in Central California. Central California can finally expand its horizons and rely less on farming and Jefferson can finally have the statewide sprinkler party it’s been planning for decades.

Republicans have to face the injustice of being branded as a part of California’s Democratic majority culture every election season. The government may be set up in such a way that protects minority parties and their voices, but California’s Republicans deserve to have their lack of liberal depravation acknowledged.

Although California will be divided, the split has the chance to bring unity.

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It is true that California boasts the largest and most prestigious public university system in the nation. However, anyone currently enrolled in it knows how overcrowded classes have become. Signing up for classes at the end of the semester makes Black Friday look like a walk through Lower Bidwell Park. Splitting California into six states will instantly remedy classroom overcrowding, because who’s going to pay out-of-state tuition to go from the Bay Area to Chico?

Stereotypes First and foremost, California is plagued by frustrating stereotypes. “Do you surf to school?” “Do you know Brad Pitt?” “Have you ever slept on the beach with a traveling pack of nudist hippies?” No. No on all accounts. Splitting California

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Vacation Tourists flock to California to see its diverse landscapes and vacation sites. This state has it all: mountains, forests, beaches and deserts. Unfortunately, California’s lushness and beauty often prevents its natives from traveling abroad and seeing what other states have to offer. Once California is split into six different states, going on an out-of-state vacation will be as simple as driving from San Francisco to Sacramento.

Interdependence Although California will be divided, the split has the chance to bring unity. Each individual state will have a few key industries that will comprise most of its productivity; Silicon Valley has technology, Central California has crops and Jefferson has marijuana. California has always been a place of progress and ingenuity. A six-way split is the next logical step in the Golden State’s gilded legacy. In a sense, these states will function more like districts, contributing to the well-being of the whole nation through their specific industries. There could even be some sort of yearly sporting event or tournament. Each state could draft a male and female tribute who would then be taken to an arena to compete in a fight to the death. May the odds be ever in NorCal’s favor. Zachary Phillips can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or

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Positive procrastination potentially productive Opinion Columnist

Targeted as a roadblock to success needing to be demolished, procrastination has been tied to laziness and wasted time. It’s a slacker’s defining quality. If it’s so bad, then why does college continue to breed procrastinators by the thousands? I think it’s because the skill of slacking, if mastered correctly, is actually productivity in disguise. This is something I can personally attest to. I procrastinate daily and I’m still met with academic success. It’s a skill that, when utilized, has great productive potential. I follow some simple guidelines to get the most out of procrastination.

Procrastination is a skill that, when utilized, has great productive potential.

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I float in between two kinds of slacking: the kind where I waste a Sunday eating handfuls of Cheetos and popcorn while watching Vines on YouTube, and the kind where I do everything but the tasks that truly need to get done. The first kind of slacking, what I like to call “snack-slacking,” is not beneficial procrastination. I’m left with orange-stained fingers and snug-fitting jeans. However, the second kind, “productive

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procrastination,” is the realm of laziness I aim for. Have a paper due tomorrow? I clean my apartment from top to bottom instead. I am actually most productive when wasting time by doing other things. When the mere thought of having to do an assignment fills me with dread, I do everything in my power to avoid it. Keeping busy with random tasks is the perfect excuse for putting off confronting the real task at hand, plus I still get a sense of accomplishment from completing other things. Once I’ve hit my stride and my “productive-drive” is revved up, I face the major task head-on with renewed enthusiasm powerful enough to check it off my list.

for positive procrastination. Instead of leaving one or two stragglers on my list, I bulk it up with an assortment of tasks and future deadlines that are quickly approaching. When I see all those things that need to get done, I realize I need to quit slacking and make it happen. Valerie Teegardin can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or

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Add more to achieve more Procrastination is only a bad thing for me when my to-do list is too small. When I have only a couple of tasks to complete, I brush them off and they never end up getting done. A beefy to-do list may seem stressful for some, but it has the opposite effect for me. I think the bigger the work load, the greater the chance

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like a little jolt of panic, which is why the most important tasks should be left to the last possible second. Common sense would say that the most important task should be the highest priority, but I beg to differ. I personally do well under a little bit of pressure and, like a true procrastinator, I leave the biggest things until the eleventh-hour. I organize my list starting with the least important so I have some panicdriven motivation to complete those big tasks come crunch time.

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Delving into Chico’s diversity Julianna Eveland

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Thumbs up to a 43 percent drop in obesity in the United States. With Michelle Obama and Beyonce on the case, those fat cells never even had a chance.

Thumbs down to the rising trend in phone-tablets. “Is that a Phablet in your pocket, or are you just happy to see me?”

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Health risks hover around GMOs Matt Murphy

Opinion Columnist The average college student’s diet may soon be forced to drastically change. The advent of genetically modified organisms and the health risks associated with them have led some consumers to reconsider how they shop at the grocery store. College students should follow their lead. A genetically modified organism, or GMO, is an organism whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. College student’s have traditionally lived off of foods containing GMOs. Foods like canned soup, frozen foods, sweetened juices i.e., most juices, corn-fed meat and soda all contain GMOs. If dairy cows are corn-fed, not even milk is safe. If I can’t buy milk without wondering what else is in it, I’m certainly not going to trust a frozen pizza. There is no current law requiring foods with genetically modified ingredients to be labeled as such for the consumers’ benefit. Proposition 37, a 2012 California ballot measure that would have mandated GMO labeling, was denied by voters. Companies that create genetically mod-

Everything that we put in our bodies is a choice

Thumbs up to Chico State finalists at the National Sustainability competition. Great, one more thing for AS Recycling to brag about.

Thumbs down to recent laptop thefts on campus. Searching Craigslist for your stolen laptop is kind of hard, considering...

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ified seeds, like Monsanto and Syngenta, have deep pockets and political influence, which make it nearly impossible to gain momentum in the fight to label or ban foods. Last year, Monsanto was sued by at least five farmers, as reported by The Huffington Post. The lawsuits centered around a strain of wheat that was supposed to be resistant to the weed killer Roundup. Foreign buyers shied away from purchasing from these farmers after it was discovered the strain was not approved by the USDA. The U.S. wheat market became severely depressed as a result. In short, don’t expect to go to the juice aisle and see the letters “GMO” on containers anytime soon. GMOs pose significant health risks. Reports of numerous health problems increased after GMOs were introduced in 1996, according to the Institute for Responsible Technology. The number of Americans with three or more chronic illnesses increased from seven percent to 13 percent in nine years. The seeds are also resistant to pesticides, so they can be sprayed with pesticides to kill weeds around them without being harmed. This is great for farmers, but increases consumer exposure to pesticides. In fact, farmers sprayed an extra 383 million pounds of herbicide on GMOs between 1996 and 2008, according to the IRT research. This creates more toxic residue on geneti-

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Cultural diversity is a beautiful thing. It’s something I see on campus every day at Chico State. It’s also something that can be easily overlooked. I know a few people who think that Chico is filled with a bunch of white people. From a bird’s-eye view, it very well might look like that. When I take in Chico State’s campus atmosphere, it transcends color, creed and race — it’s an enlightened sense of unity. A beautiful sign of this unity projected itself all over campus on Feb. 24. Dozens of students involved with the Great Prophet Mohammed Association offered white and red roses to passing students. A message of peace and love was attached to the roses. Chico State does a great job of soaking up every bit of culture international and local students have to offer. With students from 49 states and 66 nations, there are opportunities from study abroad to English as a second language programs that help students, foreign or not, reach out to one another. As someone who has already studied abroad I understand what it’s like to be in unfamiliar territory, not knowing exactly how to fit in or who to fit in with. I’ve barely reached out or gotten to know people who come from outside the U.S. until recently, when a teacher wrote a comment on an assignment that stuck with me. “You should sell your international experience. I looked up your high school because I was curious. Saudi Arabia and Switzerland? That makes you more interesting than the average college student.” After I read this I finally realized that even though my story differs from my friends’, there are people on campus I can connect

with who share similar experiences. Instead of keeping my worldliness in the shadows, I should use it to reach out to others who might be feeling the same way I did. It’s easy to stay within a clique because the grunt work has already been done. In thinking, “Hey, this person is like me and I can relate to them,” I limit myself to those in my immediate circle. I’m going to get out of my comfort zone and try to meet people who can teach me something different. I’d like to hear traditions explained, be taught dance moves and learn all the bad swear words in different languages. I want to hear firsthand stories of how someone’s experience in Chico has differed from mine based on their cultural norms. I’ll start with seeking only by the parallel that we are just humans, instead of looking for differences. Maya Angelou once said, “It is time for parents to teach young people early on that in diversity there is beauty and there is strength.” I’ve been an observer of culture and diversity and now it’s time to immerse myself in the beautiful culture that makes Chico State the melting pot it is.

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cally modified plants. With no change on the horizon, those that feel strongly about what they put in their bodies have one option: organic food. Organic foods are the only sure way for consumers to know they aren’t ingesting any genetically modified ingredients. Farmers lose their organic certification if their food contains pesticides or other artificial contaminates. However, the food is typically more expensive than unlabeled foods because organic farming requires more time and labor. As a college student, I’ll gladly pay the extra cost to ensure I know everything about the food I’m putting in my body. I’d rather be completely certain of what I’m eating than save a couple bucks on something that could be harmful. Everything that we put in our bodies is a choice. Everyone can agree that drinking seven beers on a given night is a bad health decision. Not everyone agrees that eating genetically altered frozen food is a bad health decision. That is what needs to change. It is time to make a decision on GMOs. The research and arguments against them are only going to get stronger. I would argue that GMOs are quickly becoming this generation’s cigarettes. We all know how definitively that debate ended. But, there was a time when the health risks of cigarettes were ignored and dismissed, which is where we are with GMOs. Don’t make the mistake that millions did with tobacco by waiting to see what happens. Do some research and decide now.

The Orion ∤ Photography by Matthew Vacca Communal Love David Overton, a Chico State student and social work intern, builds shelters for free books.

The Love Chapmantown Coalition’s decision to implement the Little Free Libraries program seems like a winner. It’s nice to see an organization promoting education and communal living. With local organizations and businesses contributing to the libraries, this program feels like a genuine community effort. See A3.

Photograph by Gage Skidmore via Flickr Justice Served Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer speaks in front of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer has received mixed reactions after vetoing her state’s controversial religious freedom bill. While many are relieved that Brewer killed a bill endorsing discrimination, others are disappointed that her motivation was based on economics rather than justice. Although Brewer made the right choice in standing up for human rights, the fact that it took the National Football League’s threat to move next year’s Super Bowl out of Arizona makes this a bittersweet victory.

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Album Review: Kid Cudi “KiD CuDi presents SATELLITE FLIGHT: The journey to Mother Moon” Kid Cudi pulled a Beyonce Feb. 25, releasing his new album “KiD CuDi presents SATELLITE FLIGHT: The journey to Mother Moon” at midnight on iTunes. Cudi brought in throwback soul heartbreaker Raphael Saadiq and collaborated with WZRD bandmate and producer Dot da Genius again for his fourth solo album. “Copernicus Landing” emphasizes Cudi’s beat-making at its best; it’s a slowly building track with intricate synths, glitches and a short vocal sample near the end. In my opinion, the two best tracks on the album are “Destination: Mother Moon” and “Going To The Ceremony.” The beats and use of a quote regarding space were clever moves by Cudi. But, if you are a fan of more upbeat hip-hop, this album isn’t for you. - Nicole Santos

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Stop Trafficking of Persons hosts Aruna 5K run to end sex trade major and president of the club. All proceeds from the run will go to a Staff Writer shelter house in India, Martinez said. It’s a survivor house where women and One campus organization believes that children go to receive resources after slavery still isn’t abolished. they’ve been removed from brothels. Millions of women and children are Human trafficking is modern-day trafficked for sex each year, according to the Aruna 5K website. The Aruna slavery, Martinez said. “Many people think that slavery ended organization is an initiative in South Asia to bring freedom to those enslaved in the 1800s but it’s way worse,” she said. or sold into the trade and to end slavery “Movies like ‘Taken’ still give it a lighter approach than what is actually altogether. happening. It’s still hidden in Stop Trafficking of Persons America and we’re hoping just is teaming up with Campus to expose it.” Crusade for Christ, the Many people think that it Gender & Sexuality Equity only happens in poor countries Center and several other but it can happen anywhere, to campus organizations to host anyone, Martinez said. a 5,000-meter run. “The No. 1 reason why The Aruna 5k run will human trafficking is around take place March 8 at Lower Ashlley is because no one knows what Bidwell Park, according MArtinez it means, no one understands to the Aruna 5K website. President of STOP it,” she said. “The more Participants must pay a $20 you’re educating yourself registration fee to participate and spreading it to everyone, in the run. Multiple schools across the nation eventually I feel like we can end slavery. It was ended in the 1800s, it can be ended host the Aruna 5K, but this will be the first time it will be on the West today.” It’s a great cause, Martinez said. Coast, said Ashlley Martinez, a junior communication sciences and disorders The participants make a difference by Dominique Diaz

raising money for those who have fewer resources. “By us actually doing something and participating in this run, I feel like we’re making a difference,” Martinez said. The Aruna 5K can have a tremendous impact, said Edna Murrieta, a sophomore public administration major and vice president and treasurer of the club. “This run could help a lot of people, and these are people you don’t know, but it’s going for a good cause,” Murrieta said. “It should be fun and you’re going to learn something.” Picket signs with information and images regarding the cause will be set up along the trail, she said. “Some of these facts and images are disturbing,” Murrieta said. “And realistically that is what gets people’s attention and sparks their interest in something that they want to get involved in. The picket signs are a way for us to

share what is happening in the world.” The run will help the club build connections on campus and within the Chico community, Murrieta said. The goal is to have a safe home in Chico, she said. “A safe home is for women and Ashlley Martinez c h i l d r en President of STOP who have experienced any form of human trafficking,” Murrieta said. “These safe homes will supply resources for the women and children.” Although a safe home provides resources for victims, it goes beyond that, Murrieta said. “It’s a place for them to connect with and come back into refocus with their lives,” she said. “It’s also the place for them to find their next step, where to go from there.”

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Student speaks out at rally for TRiO program School, crossing the border every day from Tijuana to San Diego just to get to class, I Staff Writer would’ve never thought I’d be standing before you on the steps of the state Capitol,” he said. High school and college students from The TRiO programs gave him the drive and across California rallied at the state Capitol support to look to higher education and fulfill on Feb. 21 for National TRiO Day. TRiO is set of government-funded programs dreams that he never thought were possible, that provide a support staff to disadvantaged Masen said. “Three years ago students throughout I was a teenage girl their university disowned by her careers to ensure family, living out of the success. National kindness of friends TRiO Day is and washing windows celebrated Feb. 21 to pay for basic needs,” with a rally, and a city Caren Fernandez Masen said. “I was councilor gives an Director, Student Support Services full of ambition with assembly plaque to a no realistic way of TRiO chapter. achieving my dreams. Chico took the And now I stand before plaque this year. Chico State’s own Kory Masen, a junior you as a queer transgender man of color.” Masen represents Chico State as the sociology and multicultural and gender studies double major, has benefited from Associated Students vice president of TRiO’s programs and spoke at the event, facilities and services. “I have an amazing job in student which an estimated 262 TRiO beneficiaries government as the vice president of a $27 attended. million corporation,” Masen said. “I have had During his speech, Masen talked about how amazing experiences and opportunities, and he never imagined doing something as big as every day I am closer to achieving my goals speaking at the state Capitol. and becoming the person I want to be.” “When I was a senior at Southwest High Prin Mayowa

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Masen attributes his success to TRiO because it gave him access to an entire network of professionals across the university, he said. “TRiO has given me the opportunity to overcome adversity in the pursuit of a higher education,” Masen said. TRiO is an umbrella program that includes Upward Bound, Talent Search and Student Support Services. Caren Fernandez, director of Student Support Services, is a key part of TRiO’s efforts on campus. “I started work with Student Support Services in 2006,” Fernandez said. “Being a first-generation low-income student myself, I understand that going away to college for the first time can be scary.” Students cannot be recruited, but they are contacted via email. They must be firstgeneration, low-income or have a documented disability. Fernandez keeps an open door policy in case students need her, she said. “Most of our students have our personal phone numbers so they can contact us,” Fernandez said. “We want them to know that someone is here for them.” Prin Mayowa can be reached at

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Mental health first-aid training returns we don’t necessarily always talk about," Buck said. "It's getting the conversation going — Staff Writer that you’re not alone, that other people feel this way and that we can help each other deal Bleeding or choking usually comes to mind with these issues and get each other help." when people think about first aid, but for The California State University some students, first aid involves system has been very supportive, learning how to talk someone out said Trisha Seastrom, CADEC of suicide. program director. Every CSU The Campus Alcohol and Drug campus is working on providing Education Center is offering Mentrainings, and each has at least tal Health First Aid certification one mental health first-aid intraining March 7 and 8. structor. The training teaches common There is a limit of 30 people per warning signs and risk factors training and the trainings are full for mental health and substance every time, Seastrom said. The abuse. It is an 8-hour course Trisha training doesn't teach people how funded by the Mental Health SerSeastrom to diagnose their friends, family vices Act and the chancellor's ofCADEC program or co-workers. fice. director "It teaches them how to recogJasmine Buck, a senior psycholnize common signs and sympogy major, went through the traintoms of the most common mental health ing last spring. disorders and substance use disorders," she “I felt like it was very intensive and it was said. "Also, how to help steer their friends to nice to know that I have the skills to respond self-help techniques and self-help strategies to people who may be suffering with someand to appropriate professional help when thing or some type of mental illness," Buck those people are ready for that." said. "It makes me feel very empowered." The training uses science-based research These skills are applicable for everyone, recognized by the Substance Abuse Mental she said. "It’s something that we all deal with that Health Services Administration, Seastrom Dominique Diaz

said. Sadie LaBriere, wellness outreach coordi"The training is full of exercises that really nator for CADEC, is able to reach out to more strengthen participants' experience of what people through the training, she said. it might feel like to suffer from one of these “I think really the training is about makdisorders, what it might feel like to experiing it easier for people to have a conversation ence psychosis or what it might that they might not have had befeel like to experience a major fore," she said. "It doesn’t have to depression," she said. "In that, it be a professional. They can help truly increases our empathy for someone who might be strugothers who are going through gling." this." In 2012, one in five American The training also attempts to adults experienced a mental illreduce stigma, Seastrom said. ness, according to the Substance "When they don’t feel judged, Abuse and Mental Health Serwhen they don’t feel blamed, vices Administration's website. Sadie they're much more likely to ask "Everyone in the room when we LAbriere and reach out for help," she said. do the training has been touched CADEC wellness Students who participate come by mental illness in some way," outreach from diverse backgrounds, she LaBriere said. "They know somecoordinator said. one or they themselves have expe“We have students come into rienced it. You realize how comthe training because they’re seeing friends mon it is just by having a conversation." struggle with these issues and they want to be able to help," Seastrom said. Dominique Diaz can be reached at featureseditor@theorion.com or The training is hands-off, she said. "It's sort of like the flier says: sometimes @dominiqueldiaz on Twitter. first aid isn’t a bandage," Seastrom said. "Sometimes first aid isn’t the Heimlich. MORE ON THEORION.com Read the Sometimes first aid is you. Sometimes first complete article online. aid is listening."

Former professor speaks against death penalty to students Amanda Hovik

Staff Writer

A former political science professor traded his love for teaching for a life of testifying in court. Ed Bronson, a retired Chico State professor and expert witness, gave a presentation titled

“My Life Fighting the Death Penalty” Friday inside Selvester’s Cafe-by-the-Creek. He has testified about 300 times since he discovered that he enjoys trials, he said. “So this old fuddy-duddy college professor was getting involved in these horrible, indeed horrendous cases that you could imagine, and over time I then continued to be involved in

such cases,” Bronson said. Community Legal Information Center, which He has testified in most of the death penalty Bronson founded. cases in our country, he said. Katelyn Williams, president of the Crimi“It’s not that I’m all that good, because some- nal Justice Student Association, participated times I rise to the very hikes of mediocrity, in Bronson’s presentation. but at least I’ve done so many, and I’ve been The most interesting thing Bronson disaround so long,” cussed was the Bronson said. number of influHe is currently ential cases he has involved in eight testified in, Wilor nine cases liams said. around the coun“I knew that try, he said. He has there were a few, a hard time saying but I had no idea Ed Bronson “no.” just how many, so Retired political science professor “I mean, who that was great,”

I mean, who can say ‘no’ to the Boston Marathon?

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case solved Ed Bronson, a former political science professor, is an expert witness for death penalty cases. He discussed his experiences with students at a Friday lecture at Selvester’s Cafe-by-the-Creek.

can say ‘no’ to the Boston Marathon?” Bronson said. He gets very involved in the cases he testifies for, he said. “It’s sort of how I define myself, especially now that I’m not teaching anymore, which has been my real love,” Bronson said. Bronson is a local legend, said Alan Gibson, political science professor. “He’s the real deal,” Gibson said. “I mean Ed is not kidding. He’s the person they call first to do these change-venue capital crime studies cases.” Bronson has trained and been an inspiration to many students, he said. Prominent California judges and major judges from the Chico area attended a recent reunion for the

she said. “And to hear the stories of when he was here teaching at Chico State. It really makes you think how great it is to be a student here.” Williams had the opportunity to go on prison tours in places like the San Quentin State Prison through the Criminal Justice Student Association, she said. “It is kind of interesting to be there in death row and have this expert talk about how it’s so wrong and everything when I’ve seen both sides and studied the cases that are pretty horrible,” Williams said. Amanda Hovik can be reached at featureseditor@theorion.com or

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THE O-FACE: Reaching the peak of pleasure

Michael Karp

Sex Columnist

Orgasms — once heralded as simply for procreation, these bodily phenomena are becoming a much greater priority in our sex lives than ever before. Sigmund Freud denounced the legitimacy of the clitoral orgasm in the early 1900s but researchers, such as William Masters, Virginia Johnson and Alfred Kinsey, refuted Freud’s ignorance in the later 20th century. Science has worked feverishly to understand how we reach the highest heights of bodily pleasure. Whether it’s with a partner or by taking matters into your own hands, having an orgasm takes a calm mind, an understanding of what turns you on, a strong buildup of sexual tension and an intense release. Increased blood pressure, flushed skin, deep breathing, a pounding heartbeat and involuntary spasms can all accompany what we call an orgasm. Orgasms are just as much psychological as they are physiological. But this is where

the understanding gets murky and why science can only take us so far. Everybody reaches their climax differently. The journey to orgasm and the orgasm itself changes from person to person. I may prefer a certain position, rhythm or sexual act to stimulate me enough, and none of that may work for the next person, yet we may reach the same result. Differences in gender also play a major role in orgasmic potential. For example, contrary to popular belief, men can actually have multiple orgasms just like women, while it may be very rare. The more common form of multiple male orgasms does not involve ejaculation, however, one man was observed ejaculating six times in 36 minutes without any apparent refractory or recovery period, according to a study at Rutgers University.

Understanding men’s orgasms seems to be pretty straightforward, with adequate stimulation of the penis being the optimal route to climax. Other paths include stimulation of the prostate and wet dreams. However, knowledge of women’s orgasms has been perplexing researchers and the general public for some time. Women can have orgasms lasting almost an hour. They can orgasm with and without ejaculation, and this ejaculation can sometimes far surpass the amount and velocity of a man’s. Clitoral stimulation, vaginal G-spot stimulation, vulva stimulation and anal penetration are all common ways for a woman to reach climax. Even stimulation of the nipples and other sensitive parts of the body can induce a release of sexual tension. While often involuntary, orgasms are a eu-

The journey to orgasm and the orgasm itself changes from person to person.

phoric experience. The rush of oxytocin, prolactin and endorphins into the brain creates a blissful relaxation. The connection felt with another person also entices this feeling and many more. The key to understanding your own orgasmic potential is to experiment with yourself. Figure out what you like, don’t like and what works best for you. You can communicate this to partners who may have the desire to provide this pleasure for you and who can teach you things about yourself. A level of comfort with one’s sexuality can be built this way, as can a journey into realms of sexual experience that would have never been traveled before. The highest heights of pleasure are unknown. But your own pleasure can be known and experienced at any moment. Discover your orgasmic potential and experience this wonderful gift of life for yourself. Michael Karp can be reached at sexcolumnist@theorion.com or

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ORIONITE ABROAD: Dating your destination

Michelle Manera

Travel Columnist

Choosing where to study abroad is a bit like finding someone to date. You want somewhere warm and welcoming. You want a challenge that makes you grow, but not one that is too difficult to deal with. The point is, even if you have a list of what you do and don’t want, whatever place you choose will surprise you. Choosing my destination was based on two factors: money and my major, English literature. All of the other factors just fell into place and make charming memories and stories to tell. One of the first things I observed in England was how much Britons talk about the weather. The British climate can go from sunshine to hailstones in a matter of minutes, which sparks all sorts of angry remarks and desperate bargains with God. I expected this before my departure from home, but not the pleasant weather I experienced. The last three times I’ve gone to London have been marked by sunshine and only a few gales of wind similar to the tornado in “The Wizard of Oz.” Overall, they were splendid trips. Another surprise I’ve encountered is how obsessed Brighton’s residents are with

fire prevention. Every door has a sticker that reads, “Fire door keep shut.” I was warned of inspectors who would fine people for leaving doors ajar. Even the towels have tags that read, “Keep away from fire.” Though I’m somewhat perplexed when I read these signs, I love how many charming little quirks my temporary seaside home has. Be prepared to be surprised when choosing your destination. Notice the little things when you get there. The details create the atmosphere you will feel when reminiscing. Don’t forget to look for details in your university’s town. Your first visits to big cities like London and Rome are very exciting, but immersion in the local culture can never be overdone. The goal is to make a tourist think you’re a local and ask you for directions. As long as you want to accomplish that goal in the city you choose, that city is the best choice for you. You’re in for a relationship, whether it be for a few months or a year, so choose based on personality and appearance. Just don’t forget to be surprised and enjoy the little details of daily life, too. Michelle Manera can be reached at featureseditor@theorion.com or

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Photograph courtesy of Michelle Manera

royal view Michelle Manera visits the west turret of Bodiam Castle in Robertsbridge, England.

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READERS, DIGEST: Southern seafood gumbo

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Christina Saschin

Food Columnist

Mardi Gras is celebrated with lots of food, music and parades in New Orleans. Since gumbo is one of the most popular dishes in Louisiana, I thought I should make my own seafood gumbo. While there are different versions, seafood gumbo and chicken and sausage gumbo are the most common. File and okra are traditionally used to thicken this stew-like dish. File is ground sassafras and okra is a vegetable high in fiber. Christina Saschin can be reached at featureseditor@theorion.com or

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es Total time: 55 minut gs Yield: 5 1-cup servin zen seafood 1/2 cup assorted fro mix 1/2 red bell pepper er 1/2 green bell pepp 2 stalks celery 1/2 onion ra 3/4 cup frozen cut ok prika 1 teaspoon ground pa yenne 1 teaspoon ground ca pepper egano 1 teaspoon ground or The Orion ∤ Photograph by Christina Saschin Mardi gras grub Set yourself in the South with this tasty traditional stew. 1 teaspoon salt le tomatoes 1 16-ounce can who 1 teaspoon file INSTRUCTIONS: more for 1/2 cup olive oil, plus 1. Chop the green and red bell pepper, onion and celery and put cooking in a large bowl and set aside. Next, measure 3/4 cup frozen cut ur flo 1/2 cup okra and set aside.

2. To make a roux, coat a medium sized pan with 1/2 cup olive oil and slowly add 1/2 cup flour. Stir the mixture continof uously over low heat until it thickens. Set roux aside. 3. Coat a large frying pan with olive oil and saute the bell pers, onion and celery. Cook seafood in another pan, coated pepwith olive oil to prevent sticking. 4. Combine sauteed vegetables, cooked seafood and okra a large pot. Pour the can of tomatoes, with the sauce, into in the pot. Stir ingredients together and add 1/2 cup of water. Let the gumbo simmer for 20 minutes with the lid on. 5. After 20 minutes, add the cayenne pepper, oregano, paprika and salt. Then, slowly add the roux, stirring it all together. 6. Let the gumbo sit for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add the file. Serve with rice.

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Southern celebration This gumbo features assorted seafood, spices and a variety of produce. Fiber-rich okra, red and green bell peppers, celery and onions add nutrition to the mix.

WORKING WILDCAT: Professional social networking benefits students

Gone are the days of hitting the pavement and scouring the newspaper for job leads. The 21st century job search has evolved into a one-stop shop: LinkedIn. If you are a little hesitant about the benefits of LinkedIn, here are five reasons to give it a try:

1. Endless networking opportunities

It’s difficult to meet people across the country in a company you are dreaming about. LinkedIn provides a 24/7 opportunity to search for professionals to connect with.

2. Research capabilities

LinkedIn is a great way to get an inside

3. Connections with other students

4. Job alerts

Odds are you probably have a full email inbox. But if you’re looking for a job, it might be in your best interest to make room for job alerts. LinkedIn allows you to sign up for notifications about job postings recommended for you. It’s an easy way to learn about a job you may have never stumbled upon.

The 21st century job search has evolved into a one-stop shop: LinkedIn.

Sometimes connecting with a potential employer may be a bit scary right off the bat. Connecting with other students who have completed an internship at that company is a great way to dip your toe into the networking pool before you dive in.

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5. Accessibility to companies

One of the best things about LinkedIn is that your profile makes you accessible to employers at all times. Even if you’re not actively searching

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scoop on a company. You can learn about hiring practices, what employees have to say about working there and company profile information. It’s a great snapshot of what a future there might look like.

for employment, a well-developed profile can be a ticket to an interview with a company. Recruiters search LinkedIn to find talent and recent graduates. Job hunting is a lot of work, so why not make the employer do some of the work? If you need help setting up your profile or have questions about what to put in your profile, the Chico State Career Center offers seminars and advising for LinkedIn. If you’re getting ready to graduate, looking for an internship or just want to start networking, it’s time to log off Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and sign up for LinkedIn. Ariel Hernandez can be reached at featureseditor@theorion.com or

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