Despite faculty efforts, President Armstrong refused to sign a statement criticizing federal actions. His decision reflects Cal Poly’s policy on institutional neutrality.
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Krithi Sankar is a news reporter for Mustang News. She’s a journalism senior who’s very passionate about telling stories that matter to the campus community. She enjoys biking, reading and hanging out with friends.
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Republican lawmakers criticize universities ahead of Wednesday hearing
In a House Republicans press conference held Tuesday morning, Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) said if university presidents do not denounce antisemitism or take serious action to improve campus climate, “They should be fired immediately.” This is one of many strong statements made regarding antisemitism on college campuses during her latest press conference, with some opponents […]
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Alleged antisemitic incidents occurred under Armstrong’s watch, Congressional letter says
The U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce has accused Cal Poly of violating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act by failing to adequately protect its Jewish community, citing incidents of alleged antisemitism under the university president’s watch.
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All four visas reinstated at Cal Poly as part of U.S. Department of Justice reversal
Two visas were reinstated for international students at Cal Poly, following U.S Department of Justice reversal.
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Jeffrey Armstrong declines to sign statement against Trump’s ‘overreach’
Cal Poly President Jeffrey Armstrong will not sign a joint statement opposing “unprecedented government overreach” in American higher education, confirmed by University Spokesperson Matt Lazier Wednesday. The overreach refers to the unrelenting power the Trump administration wields over universities for what it said are inadequate responses to rising antisemitism. “Cal Poly cares deeply about its […]
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Cal Poly announces antisemitism task force amid federal pressure
Cal Poly will establish an antisemitism task force to develop a campus action plan for antisemitism education and cultural awareness, as the university becomes one of 28 colleges in the Campus Climate Initiative to address antisemitism and provide more inclusive environments for Jewish students and the student body overall.
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University provost steps away to assist in Cal Maritime integration
Provost Cynthia Jackson-Elmoore transitions toward Cal Maritime leadership, with Lynnette Zelezny and Al Liddicoat stepping in as provost.
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Cal Poly moves DEI office under University Personnel division
The Office of University Diversity and Inclusion (OUDI) will move to the University Personnel division, President Jeffrey Armstrong announced in a campuswide email Friday morning. The restructuring will eliminate OUDI as a standalone entity. The email stated the decision aims to consolidate resources and expand its reach across the university while maintaining the goal of […]
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First pro-Palestine rally of the school year draws attention from administration and onlookers
Organized by the Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) chapter and the Young Democratic Socialists of America (YDSA) chapter, their first event of the year aimed to speak out against injustice towards Palestinians and promote divestment from Cal Poly’s ties to weapons manufacturers, including Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon Technologies and Chevron, according to the flyer organizers passed out at the rally.
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Cal State faculty union president calls to retract system’s free speech policy
Update: The CFA Instagram post refers to union president Toombs’ public comment during the Cal State Board of Trustees meeting Tuesday morning, according to CFA communications specialist Michelle Hatfield. California Faculty Association (CFA) President Charles Toombs demands the Cal State system to retract its interim time, place and manner policy, in a new Instagram post […]
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Flood watch issued for San Luis Obispo county
Update: As of 4:54 p.m., a flood advisory has been issued until 7 p.m., impacting a north-central area of San Luis Obispo County, according to the National Weather Service. Doppler radar data suggests “a strong thunderstorm 20 miles east of San Luis Obispo, moving northwest at 20 mph,” according to the San Luis Obispo County Office […]