I'm the parent of a graduating senior in supply chain management. His experience at Chico was better than I could have imagined. Such a friendly and supportive college and community. The friendships he's made will last a lifetime. He got a paid internship this summer through the university and is learning a ton.
First year at this college was awesome. Everyone's friendly and the programs for first generation college students are amazing, I don't know how I would've managed the first year otherwise. Loved the small town feel, and the size of the campus makes it easy to get around just walking, perfect if you don't have a car or can't bike.
The campus is pretty deserted during the Winter break making it a great place for a quet stroll. The numerous bridges over the river, a mix of architecture, old trees, and various nooks and crannies all add to the quiet solitude. A great place to take a friend, either two or four legged.
I have attended this fine school three separate times, earning a teaching credential and communication design / computers experience. Most of my professors were great, seeming happy to be at work. How could they not be, living in beautiful Chico, Ca? The campus is beautiful, with a year-round creek running through the middle of its park-like setting. The town and the school are friendly as well, with lots of art and music culture.
This is the best school if you want that authentic college experience! From the academics, getting involved in extra curricular activities, internships and job opportunities , and above all, making life long friends. Seriously this University has everything to offer and more! Once a wildcat, always a wildcat
When I attended Chico State it was a very good university. It was fair and affordable. I could comfortably speak with other students and Professors and debate about multiple viewpoints. I was born and raised in Chico and I loved the idea of attending and graduating from Chico State. However, I enlisted in the Marine Corps reserve my Sophomore year. I had to drop my classes last minute in the middle of the semester in order to attend Marine Corps boot camp. I leave for about 3- 6 months in total to complete my training. When I return I come to find out that the administration did not drop my classes correctly and they had failed me about 18 units I had at the time. When I attempted to dispute them that they had to erase my semester and reinstate me because of the the Federal Law that protects me as a service member under USERRA act of 1994. The school and the Veteran's Affairs failed to reinstate me and refund me my money or let me take my classes again. They violated my rights as a service member activated under title 10 active duty orders. I continued to attend Chico to finish my degree but as I took more and more classes the Professors leaned to be biased to the "Left" as some say it which I do not mind but the school turned from an education system to a system were people were babied and Professors lectured Socialist propaganda. I have since dropped out and I am attending another university that is better accredited and is fair. I suggest to other Veterans to NOT GO TO THIS SCHOOL! CSU, Chico claims to be veteran friendly but they are not and only want your GI bill benefits and tax cuts. They do not care about veterans or anything related to veterans.
Cell and molecular biology major, I m becoming a doctor because of the amazing science education I am recieving here. Just want to point out, most the professors here come from big name / Ivy League schools, and I have yet to meet more caring teachers than at Chico State. If you work your butt off, you can make any one of your dreams possible here, I m currently a sophomore and been accepted Into 2 M.D Schools :)
This school really bent over backwards to make sure I got everything I wanted out of my education. An on-staff internship coordinator; professors that are committed to helping pave the way to your decided career; services for scholarships, study abroad programs, and career development; plus plenty of programs from honors societies to fraternities to help you get what you want out of your time in school. At what other school could I have coauthored a published research paper with a professor in my bachelor's? The only shortfalls of this school are related to academic rigor--some of the teachers are either long past caring about their subject and should have retired or aren't particularly qualified to teach their subject. This also reflects on the students--there is a slim alumni network and many of your peers may be unmotivated, without a plan, or fail to show sufficient skill or knowledge by graduation. The school has made strides to crack down on the party atmosphere, which I resented my freshman year but was grateful for by my senior. It is also working hard to attract more and better faculty. These efforts seem to be really helping it improve it's reputation, attracting better faculty and students alike.
Very nice campus! What a great graduation spring of 2019!
This fall I decided to take a walk around campus not realizing what an astonishing view. Fall colored leaves falling everywhere. A peaceful, quiet place to sit, and read a book. Sharing a special moment with someone and talking about our day. Watching cute gray squirrels collecting their food for winter. Just taking a day off from everyday life.
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