CSU, Chico News

Students at California State University, Chico will have an opportunity to learn computer graphics software used to produce visual effects for such blockbuster films as "Titanic," "Independence Day," "The X-Files Movie," "Armageddon" and "Godzilla," thanks to a gift, valued at nearly a half million dollars, from a university alumni. Full Story

California State University, Chico School of Nursing had a top ranking among nursing schools in the United States this year for the rate its graduates passed the national licensing exam to become registered nurses. Full Story

California State University, Chico's Laxson Auditorium will have fresh paint inside and new ceiling decorations when it re-opens in July. Full Story

Alzada Kistner, wife of well-known California State University, Chico biology professor emeritus David Kistner, has described their experiences in Africa in a new book. Full Story

The Koret Foundation of San Francisco has awarded a $25,000 grant to the new Modern Jewish and Israel Studies Program at California State University, Chico. Full Story

California State University, Chico's award-winning engineering students captured another contest earlier this month in Sacramento when they won the Structural Engineers Association of Central California (SEAOCC) Design Contest. Full Story