Cal Poly released the results of the Cal Poly Experience (CPX) survey Thursday, Oct 17 in the Recreation Center Multi-Activity Center as part of the university’s $243,000 partnership with diversity expert Damon Williams. The data showed that minority individuals across many backgrounds and identities — including women, LGBTQIA folks, disabled persons, financially challenged persons and […]
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Quarterly Clothing Swap and Drive promotes sustainability
Throughout the month of October, college campuses are celebrating Campus Sustainability Month in an effort to “raise the visibility of campus sustainability.” Because of this, students are making an effort to make more sustainable choices — like swapping clothes or thrift shopping. Photographer Asia Croson started a quarterly Clothing Swap and Drive with a group […]
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City moves forward with bike-share pilot program, but keeps scooters off the table
The San Luis Obispo City Council approved a pilot program to bring a bike-sharing program to the city, but stopped short of approving dockless scooters. In an October 1 special meeting, the council settled on a “hybrid” program intended to keep bikes parked in a special dock or a standard bike rack. This is a […]
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Carbajal discusses Degrees Not Debt Act on campus
Student debt is on the rise, but a proposed house bill is aiming to combat it. Rep. Salud Carbajal (D-CA) discussed the Degrees Not Debt Act of 2018 in the University Union Plaza on Oct. 8. The bill will expand Pell Grants to provide more funding to students. “A strong education system is one of the […]
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Inside the unsolved case: Kristin Smart podcast released
She has been missing for longer than she has been alive. The story of Kristin Smart, a Cal Poly student who has been missing for 23 years, is documented in a new podcast series “Your Own Backyard,” which made its debut Sept. 30, 2019. Podcast creator Chris Lambert, a central coast native, grew up hearing […]
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San Luis Obispo County gas prices now 2nd highest in California
GasBuddy listed San Luis Obispo County’s average gas price of around $4.34 per gallon as the second-highest in California as of Sunday, Oct. 6. Only Mono County has a higher average price per gallon of gas, at around $5.10 per gallon. Fuel Insights ranked California as having the most expensive average price per gallon of […]
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Alleged prowler arrested after looking into bedroom window
A male suspect was arrested Saturday at 12:30 a.m. after looking into a bedroom window on the 100 block of Hathway, according to San Luis Obispo Police (SLOPD).
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Mustang in Focus: Football’s leading receiver J.J. Koski on stepping into the spotlight
Football captain and senior wide receiver J.J. Koski has been the Mustangs’ leading receiver for the past two years. An integral part of the Mustang offense, Koski was listed as the No. 1 wide receiver on Cal Poly’s depth charts heading into the 2019 season. The Danville native spoke about leading by example, expectations and […]
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Cal Poly alumnus’ app helps connect students to coupons from local businesses
Kick-it Points is an app that creates a digital storefront for physical stores by attaching deals to specific locations and activities around the Central Coast.
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Men’s Soccer earns dramatic win over No. 24 Loyola Marymount with overtime goal from red-hot Emmanuel Perez
Junior midfielder Emmanuel Perez was in the spotlight once again after he fired the Mustangs to a 2-1 overtime victory against No. 24 Loyola Marymount on Thursday, Sept. 26 in Alex G. Spanos Stadium. A pair of goals and a red card in the first half set up a dramatic finish as the Mustangs (4-3-0) […]
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Ripping & Recognition: Women skateboarders band together in a male-dominated sport
“It’s really cool to see women in the Olympics skating,” Elie Horsman said. “It’s really freaking awesome. We’ve come a long way. A long, long way.”