Erick Smith Word association for San Luis Obispo: Cal Poly, beaches, nice weather, unique downtown, no drive-thrus at fast-food restaurants, college town- Wait, there is not a single drive-thru in all of San Luis Obispo? That must be a joke. Sadly, it’s not. Throughout the city, drive-thrus are nowhere to be seen which truly puts […]
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Fool-proof method: Dean calculates a proper study load
Christopher Gunn Cramming may be the study method many college students use today, but it may not be such a smart plan if one wants to succeed. Studying 25 to 35 hours per week is the proper and time-tested method for success in college, according to Philip Bailey, Dean of the College of Science and […]
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Top 5 Eats
Nick Hoover Alas, college is finally here. You’ve got your graphing calculator, iPod and some killer new sandals because this place is like a permanent vacation. Now, there’s only one problem, where do you and your friends go to eat? Worry not, the Mustang Daily has the map that’ll guide you to the best-bargain places […]
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Campus Chow
Matt Wechter Campus Dining has announced the opening of a new eatery on campus this fall; Garden Grille. The Light House’s cafeteria-style dining is out and restaurant-style dining is in. Stark white walls have been painted yellow, pink and purple, while redwood benches and plants now adorn the entire dining room giving it an outdoor […]
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The Health Center basics
Matt Wechter The Student Health Center provides basic healthcare to currently enrolled students with valid student identification; basic healthcare is also available at other CSU campuses for students enrolled at Cal Poly. Routine medical visits, urgent care services, x-ray, routine lab tests, education and counseling services are provided at no cost. Oral health consultations are […]
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Safety in SLO town
Jennifer Gongaware Cal Poly doesn’t have a history of violent acts and crimes, but they do occur periodically. In 2003, there was one murder, 20 forcible rapes, 19 robberies, 99 aggravated assaults, 344 burglaries and 131 car thefts in the city of San Luis Obispo, according to www.cityrating.com, which is well below the national […]
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Under 21 and bored
If you’re under 21, or think the bars aren’t the place that you want to be seen, then here is the guide for you: The minor’s guide to SLO living. During the school year, there are plenty of things to do if you are bored. Sports Cal Poly has a full array of Division […]