Most Cal Poly 2021 graduates accepted that their senior year milestones would be held virtually — just as the rest of their senior year had been. With these low expectations, President Jeffrey Armstrong’s announcement of a potential modified in-person commencement came as a “nice surprise,” senior Kaitlin Lynch said. If San Luis Obispo moves to […]
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Man crashed car into a pillar on campus, charged with a DUI
Lazier said the driver did not sustain any injuries and the only damage to property reported was scratched paint on the pillar. CPPD Crime Prevention Operationist Frank Herrera said the department is unable to provide the name of the man, or say whether he was a student. No other information is available at this time. […]
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On-campus housing rent may increase for next year
University Housing plans to increase on-campus housing costs by 6% for residence halls and 9% for apartments beginning the 2021-2022 academic year, according to Jo Campbell, Executive Director of University Housing. This rent increase comes as a result of the financial effects COVID-19 has had on University Housing, according to Campbell. Despite the $7.9 million […]
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Cal Poly to receive $37 million in federal funds
All California State University (CSU) campuses are set to receive federal funding that would ease financial strain for students and universities, CSU Chancellor Joseph Castro announced on March 11. A product of the American Rescue Plan Act, the U.S. Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund, will provide nearly $40 billion to higher education institutions in response […]
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VITA Tax Program canceled due to COVID-19
The Orfalea College of Business (OCOB) cancelled the Volunteer Income Tax Program (VITA) this year due to concerns about the spread of COVID-19. VITA was a free program where Cal Poly students helped low-income taxpayers file their taxes. VITA would host gatherings several times throughout tax season to offer their services to community members. Finance […]
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Cal Poly Recreation Center reopens some indoor facilities a year into the pandemic
The Cal Poly Recreation Center opened for limited indoor use on Monday, March 29, almost a year after its initial closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a press release. San Luis Obispo County moved back into the red tier of the Blueprint for a Safer Economy guidelines on March 3 for the first […]
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Hundreds sign petition urging Safe Parking Program for unhoused students
A Safe Parking petition circulating online is asking the University to provide space for students to freely park and sleep in their vehicles overnight, a practice that is illegal on San Luis Obispo City streets. The petition also recommends that Cal Poly provides facilities with a kitchen and restrooms.
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ASI reallocates club funds to Cal Poly Cares
Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) reallocated $35,000 from ASI Club funds to the Cal Poly Cares initiative. This reallocation of funds was approved by the ASI Board of Directors during their Feb. 3 meeting. Cal Poly Cares is a basic needs initiative that works to provide financial assistance to Cal Poly students experiencing temporary hardship or […]
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Sonya Renee Taylor gives message of “radical self-love” at Change the Status Quo conference
At the 19th annual Change the Status Quo Social Justice Leadership Conference, keynote speaker Sonya Renee Taylor relayed a message of “radical self-love.”
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Recreational sports to resume today, but Cal Poly club sports still uncertain
Recreational athletes have been forced to put a hold on their preferred sports since the pandemic began last spring. Today, these athletes will finally be able to play their sports again. Recreational sports are allowed to resume with modifications on Friday, Feb. 26 according to the California Health Department. This applies to all youth and […]
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Amplifying multiracial voices on campus through MIXED panel event
The Multicultural Center will host MIXED — a panel to amplify the lived experiences of the biracial community at Cal Poly. The event will take place via Zoom today from 12-1 p.m. Data and budget analyst for Cal Poly Scholars Jacob Campbell partnered with the Multicultural Center to create the event. The panel will feature […]