The university is discussing security measures for the April 26 event.
Author Archives: Sydney Brandt
Life on a sailboat: An alternative housing option
In order to pursue his dream job, one Cal Poly student found a new home on the water.
The biggest bike happening in downtown San Luis Obispo
The San Luis Obispo community joins together for the one of biggest biking nights the first Thursday of every month.
Hungry and Homeless: New survey shows some Cal Poly students lack basic living necessities
Video by Sydney Brandt A study conducted by California State University (CSU) systems in January 2018 found that 41.6 percent of students reported food insecurity and 10.9 percent reported homelessness. These results are also reflected in a recent survey of Cal Poly students that yielded similar results. It was found 26.9 percent of Cal Poly […]
Poly’s push for gender inclusivity and equality
Talking about differences is an important factor in creating an environment that encourages a sense of belonging on campus.
New San Luis Obispo yoga studio stretches to serve those in need
The owners of a new yoga studio raised money for victims of sexual assault and practiced yoga with a cause.
Cal Poly student designs t-shirt, raising nearly $500 for Thomas fire victim family
Blake Silva designed and sold shirts to raise money for a family who lost their home in the Thomas Fire.
Cal Poly celebrates Black History Month
African American students share the importance of celebrating Black History Month on a predominantly white campus.
Fake News panel canceled after controversial speaker withdraws
Conservative blogger Bill Whittle was the third panelist to withdraw from the event after recent controversy.
Student’s cannabis business raises question about what can be posted on campus
Computer science senior Nico Pitchon was told by University Police Department (UPD) to stop putting up flyers advertising his cannabis business, Slo Dro Co., Jan. 22. Ltd. Bryan Cox contacted Pitchon and said he was violating federal law because Cal Poly campus is on federal land, where cannabis is still illegal. During this time, there […]
Santa Maria Uber driver arrested for sexual assault and residential burglary
Alfonso Alarconnunez was identified in two separate assault cases Dec. 18, 2017 and again this past Sunday.

