Photography Services

Request a photo

Chico State has a University Photographer available to work directly with academic departments and administrative offices to create photographs, including professional portraits, for a variety of needs. The University Photographer provides services according to University Advancement goals and priorities. At times, student photographers may be available for small events and to assist the University Photographer.

Our Request Guidelines

Requests are given priority based on availability of University Photographer and in agreement with University Advancement goals. These include major university events and celebrations, marketing and promotional photos, campus news, notable guests and supporters, and campus environment. Photography may be subject to staff availability for colleges and departments, academic programs, activities, events, student life, classroom environments and off-campus events.

Contact the University Photographer, Jason Halley at 530-898-6114, or send an email to set up a photo request.

Requests for copies of existing photos

Many CSU, Chico photographs of campus, student life, and events are available through Flickr galleries. This Flickr account allows the campus to view general imagery for noncommercial use.

CSU, Chico maintains a local digital image database that can be searched. For inquiries, contact the University Photographer, 530-898-6114.

Historical photographs, which include University Archives, may be viewed in the Meriam Library Special Collections, 530-898-6342.

Provide the following information in your request:
  • Requesting Client Contact information (name/dept/phone/email)
  • Event/Subject Name
  • Date/Time
  • Location
  • Any Immediate Deadlines or Constraints (Photo Due Date)
  • Purpose/Intention of Photo
  • Any Additional Directions