As part of the lead up to a student advisory vote next month, Cal Poly administrators hosted the first of nine forums to educate students about a proposed fee Tuesday. The proposed Student Success Fee, which interim vice president for student affairs Preston Allen introduced to students in an email last week, is a proposed […]
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Police chief retires to focus on family
University Police Department (UPD) Chief Bill Watton retired last December after more than 11 years at Cal Poly. Though he is technically finished at UPD, Watton does not plan to step down as acting police chief until a replacement is found. Family dynamics factored into his decision to retire, he said. Watton’s mother and sister […]
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Horse slaughter funding approved
A bill passed by President Barack Obama late last year quietly reinstated funding for the inspection of horse slaughter, ending a five-year de facto ban on the market in the United States. But despite the change in law, Cal Poly animal science professor and equine specialist Pete Agalos said the university has no plans to […]
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Motorcycle crash sends student to hospital
UPDATE: Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center spokesperson Ron Yukelson said Chan is listed Wednesday as being in serious but stable condition. This has changed since he was admitted Tuesday in critical condition. A Cal Poly student was found in critical condition Tuesday morning after he was thrown from his motorcycle while riding in San Luis […]
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Good without God? religious discussion fills Chumash
Whether they had atheist, theist or curious minds, hundreds of students filled Chumash Auditorium last week for a religious forum. SLO Cru, formerly known as SLO Crusade, sponsored the Veritas discussion forum. According to Cru, the forum is part of a national program to bring a Christian perspective to some of life’s deepest questions. “It’s […]
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FINALLY!
Following months of anticipation, the Cal Poly Recreation Center had a soft opening morning after approximately four years of planning and construction. University Union Advisory Board Chair Karen Mesrobian, a philosophy senior, said Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) carefully orchestrated the opening to allow users the best experience throughout opening day. “It gives the students a […]
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Students to bring business startups to Cal Poly
In the spirit of Cal Poly’s “Learn By Doing” philosophy, students have the opportunity to develop a complete business this quarter. They just have to do it in one weekend. Startup Weekend is an international program that gives individuals approximately 54 hours to form teams and produce a functioning product with the potential to create […]
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Expanded Recreation Center opens
Following months of anticipation, the Cal Poly Recreation Center opened quietly Tuesday morning after years of construction and planning. University Union Advisory Board Chair Karen Mesrobian, a philosophy senior, said she carefully orchestrated the opening to allow users the best experience throughout the first day. “It gives the students a pleasant experience the first time […]
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Recreation Center set to open soon
Associated Student, Inc. (ASI) still plans to open the new Recreation Center in mid-January, but don’t expect a grand revealing with a red carpet. University Union Advisory Board Chair Karen Mesrobian said ASI is planning to do a “soft opening” to ensure students receive a positive experience during their first use of the center. She […]
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New year, new names
One university. Two perspectives. A rebranding effort by both could change perceptions on campus for years to come. San Luis Obispo Crusade for Christ has joined its national organization in moving forward to change its name to SLO Cru. Meanwhile, the Brights — an atheistic group at Cal Poly — changed its name to the […]
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Smith shines in spotlight over weekend
The Mustang wrestling squad split two dual meets over the weekend, losing to American University then rebounding for a conference win over Boise State. Cal Poly wrestles Boise State to floor In a dual meet where every wrestler’s match had the potential to make the difference between victory and defeat, Cal Poly’s wrestling team pulled […]