A faculty-led survey revealed that 92% of students oppose Cal Poly’s planned transition to year-round operations, citing concerns over transparency, student equity and potential impacts on internships and campus life.
Category: October Print ’26
Bright lights, bigger fights
Queer students and alumni in San Luis Obispo are fostering a resilient community through drag performances and political activism following the federal rescission of Title IX protections.
Central Coast ecosystems brace for a super El Niño
Scientists at Cal Poly’s Center for Coastal Marine Sciences are preparing to monitor the potential ecological damage and habitat shifts caused by the upcoming strong El Niño of 2026.
Training ship or ‘floating prison’
Students, faculty and lawmakers expressed concern over the Trump administration’s preliminary discussions regarding the potential use of Cal Poly Maritime Academy’s Training Ship Golden Bear for mass deportations.
October 2026 print edition
The editorial team introduced their second print edition, highlighting stories focused on the San Luis Obispo community and local connections.
