Rancho Burro Donkey Sanctuary celebrated its first-ever World Donkey Day by opening its gates to the public, allowing visitors to tour the property and learn about the sanctuary’s mission to provide rescued donkeys with a better life.
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Beyond the Summit: New trails and old favorites shape SLO’s hiking possibilities
As the summer hiking season begins, San Luis Obispo’s trail system is drawing more residents and visitors outdoors while continuing to expand to meet growing demand. Known for the amazing views said hikes have to offer, the city offers a range of hikes that vary in difficulty, scenery and accessibility. Not only that, but the […]
Meet Hercules, the four-legged beach volleyball ‘Director of Player Morale’
Hercules, an Irish setter golden retriever mix, has become the heart of Cal Poly’s Beach Volleyball team, providing morale and companionship to his owner, Ella Connor, and the rest of the team.
Why Cal Poly students started a club dedicated to soy sauce
The Soy Sauce Club at Cal Poly recently hosted its first event on Dexter Lawn, inviting students to participate in games, interact with club members and take home free soy sauce packets.
How two Cal Poly students turned dirty sodas into a SLO business
Two Cal Poly students founded Dirty, a booth at the Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market, which serves customizable dirty sodas made with syrups, creams and soft drinks, and has since gained a following through social media and word of mouth.
Architecture students take on Design Village at Cal Poly’s Poly Canyon
Cal Poly architecture students participate in the annual Design Village competition, where they must design, build, and live in self-built structures for 48 hours while considering environmental factors and collaborating with other teams.
Cal Poly Downtown Store moves to new location after decade on Higuera Street
The Cal Poly Downtown Store has relocated to a new, larger space at the corner of Chorro and Marsh streets, continuing its nearly 40-year presence in downtown San Luis Obispo.
Spanos Stadium hosts Poly Royal Rodeo again after seven-year hiatus
Cal Poly’s 84th annual Poly Royal Rodeo returned to Spanos Stadium after seven years, drawing over 12,000 attendees per night and featuring traditional rodeo competitions, professional bullfighters, and specialty acts.
How Cal Poly students run ESPN+ live sports broadcasts
Cal Poly students are gaining hands-on experience in live sports production through the Ride High Productions program, which provides opportunities for students to learn technical and production skills and secure jobs in the broadcast industry.
Where printing history comes to life: Cal Poly’s Shakespeare Press Museum
The Shakespeare Press Museum at Cal Poly offers students, faculty, and community members the opportunity to learn traditional printing techniques on 18 letterpress machines, some dating back over a century.
11,000 students, one event: Morning on the Green redefines St. Fratty’s Day
Morning on the Green, a university-run event, has become a defining part of how students experience St. Fratty’s Day, providing a safer alternative to scattered house parties and drawing tens of thousands of students to a centralized campus location for a large-scale concert.









