Sessions planned for orientation

State University, San Luis Obispo to study agricultural and environmental sciences.

Mitch Gander, of East Nicolaus High. The son of Herb and Cindy Gander, he plans to attend Sierra College for studies in ag and crop sciences.

Nicole Helms, of East Nicolaus High. The daughter of James and Carmen Helms, she plans on attending Yuba College and work toward a career in ag business and become a teacher and Future Farmers of America adviser. She received the Jim Thomas Memorial Scholarship.

Twenty-three day-long sessions are planned during the California State University, Chico’s Summer Orientation program, with distinct programs for incoming freshmen and transfer students.

The “Summer O!” program beings Tuesday with sessions from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. Topics include campus life, study abroad programs, financial aid offices and service opportunities.

A separate program for parents and guests is at the same time.

In addition, a session for Spanishspeaking parents and guests is set July 20.

Visit ems.csuchico.edu/AAP/SummerOrienta tion/Information/home.html for more information. Living Program at Yuba College.

A resident of San Francisco, he was doing a mural for the program to be displayed in the hall of the program’s office at the college.

The informal graduation event, held May 27 at the Yuba-Sutter Fairgrounds, included students and representatives from both Sutter and Yuba County Health and Human Services.

Participants in the Independent Living Program are ages 16 to 21. Gift cards were awarded to students who graduated and those who turned 18 or 21.