Cal Poly Rose Float has announced ‘Jungle Jumpstart’ as their 2026 Rose Parade float submission, which is based on the theme of teamwork and requires the dedication of two leadership teams and over 60 students to construct.
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Cal Poly named Best in the West for third year in a row
Cal Poly has been ranked as the best overall master’s-level university in the West for both public and private institutions for three years in a row, as well as the top university in the West for Most Innovative Schools, and tied for second in the West for Best Undergraduate Teaching.
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Former California State Senator and Cal Poly student David Kelley dies at 96
David Kelley, former California State Senator and Cal Poly student, died at the age of 96, having served several counties in the Inland Empire and was known for his work on water policy before retiring in 2001.
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Meal Voucher applications open this week for students with financial need
Meal Voucher applications close this Friday. Students who demonstrate financial need are eligible to apply for the money to spend at select campus dining locations. The applications are based on students’ preexisting financial aid packages.
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Larry Lee’s 700th win cements a legacy built on relationships, not just results
On May 3, Cal Poly baseball beat CSU Bakersfield by a score of 9-5. In the thick of a playoff race, it was a crucial conference win for the team. The win had more significance than just a conference win in May: it marked win number 700 for Mustang head coach Larry Lee. This win […]
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How Cal Poly Baseball finally overcame Big West regular season champion UC Irvine
Cal Poly baseball head coach Larry Lee has coached many distinct teams during his tenure, 23 to be exact. Yet coaching the 2025 Big West champion Mustangs is the most fun Lee has had during his time at Cal Poly, outside of coaching his son, Brooks. Still, Lee has coached many successful teams, and this […]
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Cal Poly Baseball sweeps UC Riverside to wrap up regular season
With the first Big West Baseball Championships in 27 years looming, Cal Poly Baseball took on last-place UC Riverside in a three-game set this past weekend. The Mustangs did not try to look ahead to the highly anticipated tournament. Instead, they swept the Highlanders in dominant fashion, looking to take their built-up momentum into this […]
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Cal Poly Track and Field look to repeat as Big West Champions
One year ago, Cal Poly Track and Field made history. The Mustangs had an incredible outing at last season’s Big West Championships, sweeping both the men’s and women’s Big West titles in their first time hosting the meet. Eight events were won by Cal Poly athletes on the way to the championship victories. After another […]
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Cal Poly Baseball clinches Big West Championships berth, series win over CSUN
Cal Poly Baseball clinched a series victory over CSUN in their three-game set this past weekend. With the win and a Cal State Fullerton loss, the Mustangs (34-16, 20-7 Big West) have officially clinched second place in the Big West. Up three games on Fullerton, while holding the tiebreaker with just three games to play, […]
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Cal Poly Baseball dominates in final midweek matchup over Pepperdine
Cal Poly Baseball utilized a seven-run eighth inning to fuel a late comeback against Pepperdine University, snapping a 5-5 tie to win 12-5 on Tuesday, April 6. The Mustangs (32-15, 18-6 Big West) swept the two-game season series against the Waves (11-37) for the second straight year, bolstering their winning streak against Pepperdine to four […]
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After injury and uncertainty, Amy Leather finds her footing – and her joy – at Cal Poly
For redshirt sophomore Amy Leather, the path to becoming a key player for Cal Poly women’s tennis has been anything but straightforward. The Bath, England native’s collegiate journey has tested her resilience, challenged her perspective, and ultimately evolved her love for the game. Now forming half of Cal Poly’s formidable No. 1-2 doubles team alongside […]