For the first time since 2006, Atascadero resident Laurie Kershner woke up Thursday morning to snow in SLO County. Running out with her dog to catch the “giant snowflakes,” Kershner said she sent a video to her daughter, and reminisced about waking her up to see the snow all those years ago. This week’s winter […]
SLO County sees up to an inch of snow due to ongoing storm
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Cal Poly shares update on Semester Conversion Project
Cal Poly Provost Cynthia Jackson-Elmoore sent an email to the campus community with updated information on the semester conversion project — announcing a partnership with global management firm Sia Partners for the university’s system and business practices. As the last campus in the CSU system still on the quarter system, the Office of the Chancellor […]
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Tickets and dates released for the 81st Annual Poly Royal Rodeo
Tickets are now on sale for Cal Poly’s 81st Annual Poly Royal Rodeo, to be held April 14-15 during Open House weekend at Cal Poly’s Cotton Rosser Rodeo Complex, according to a recent press release. The event will feature various competitions in events such as barrel racing, team roping, breakaway roping, tie down roping, saddle […]
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How Cal Poly Arts is rebuilding after COVID-19
Similar to many people and fields, COVID-19 has impacted individuals in a variety of ways. Nearly two years after not hosting events and in its second season back, Cal Poly Arts is adjusting to the changes. There are about 25 to 40 performances within a season ranging from singers, musicians, dancers and more. Past performances […]
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Winter storm forecast in SLO County — including chance of snow
High winds, rain and light snowfall are expected Thursday through Tuesday in San Luis Obispo County, according to a forecast from the National Weather Service (NWS). Winds are expected to reach speeds of 55 mph and snowfall of up to 3 feet is expected above 1500 feet, according to the NWS winter storm advisory. The […]
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Cal Poly Loggers compete at Sierra-Cascade Logging Conference
The Cal Poly Collegiate Timbersports Team bucked, sawed and underhand chopped their way through the Sierra-Cascade Logging Conference in Anderson, CA, on Feb. 10-11, scoring first in multiple categories. The team used this competition as an opportunity for new members to gain some experience. Cal Poly logging team president and forestry senior Stephen Caufield said […]
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Softball wins both games of doubleheader against Idaho State
Cal Poly Softball walked away with a sweep of Idaho State in a doubleheader on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at Bob Janssen Field. The Mustangs (5-1) came from behind in the first win over the Bengals (4-7), and never trailed in the game two victory. Game One Cal Poly won the first game of the day […]
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‘We want a ring’: Cal Poly Softball gears up for Big West season
Cal Poly Softball kicked off its season over the weekend of Feb. 10-12 with the Central Coast Classic, where they took three of four games, opening up a schedule that includes 26 home games. This hot start and some changes to the roster have given the Mustangs a lot to look forward to this season. […]
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Club sports athletes frustrated with Cal Poly’s new club sports logo requirements
Prior to this year, any club team with a coexisting National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) team was required to use the terminology “club” rather than “team.” However, new requirements at Cal Poly state that club sports organizations — regardless of NCAA overlap — must include the phrase “club sports” on all merchandise, as stated in […]
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Fremont Theater hosts themed dance nights, attracting an unconventional mix of audiences
Fremont Theater in Downtown San Luis Obispo hosts a variety of shows attended by different age groups of the community. While the theater debuts a diverse set of artists, they also are responsible for putting on different themed nights. Some of these themed nights include: Emo Night, Gimme Gimme Disco and Taylor Swift Night. Fremont […]
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Men’s Basketball has upset bid fall short in final seconds, drops matchup with UC Irvine 59-56
Cal Poly Men’s Basketball lost its 16th consecutive game to UC Irvine, 59-56, on Monday, Feb. 20 inside Mott Athletics Center. The Mustangs (7-22, 1-16 Big West) blew a first-half lead to extend the program-worst losing streak, while the Anteaters (20-8, 13-3 Big West) have now won five games in a row. After an early […]