Scammers have found a new hunting ground at Cal Poly, and they’re hiding in plain sight. Fraudsters are infiltrating GroupMe chats and digital spaces that students rely on to connect with clubs and organizations, impersonating their peers with convincing fake profiles designed to fly under the radar. Annika Bullock, the Associated Students Incorporated (ASI) officer […]
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A behind-the-scenes look at Tanner Schinderle’s campaign for ASI president
Tanner Schinderle won the ASI presidential election at Cal Poly with 4,103 votes, promising to continue the work of affordability, resources, community action and student voices.
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Students face flight delays while traveling for spring break
Cal Poly students experienced delays and disruptions due to a partial government shutdown, which caused TSA workers to call out from lack of pay, resulting in lengthy security lines and missed connections.
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How two Cal Poly students turned dirty sodas into a SLO business
Two Cal Poly students founded Dirty, a booth at the Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market, which serves customizable dirty sodas made with syrups, creams and soft drinks, and has since gained a following through social media and word of mouth.
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A conversation with State Senator John Laird
California State Senator John Laird defends the Cal State system from proposed budget cuts, supports environmental protection and promotes the inclusion of younger voices in politics.
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Front Porch launches campaign to bridge $50,000 funding deficit
Front Porch, a nonprofit coffee house and open community space near Cal Poly’s campus, is facing a deficit after a donor backed out of promising a $50,000 donation, prompting them to launch the “Bridge the Gap” campaign to close the funding gap by June.
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Amtrak Pacific Surfliner adds third daily trip from LA to San Luis Obispo
The Amtrak Pacific Surfliner Train will offer a third daily round trip from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo beginning May 4, providing more convenient travel options for Cal Poly students and other travelers.
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Inside the California court system: How the courts represent San Luis Obispo
The California court system represents San Luis Obispo through its Superior Court and its District Attorney. The Supreme Court may intervene in specific scenarios.
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Cal Poly Police ramps up enforcement on electric scooter ban
Cal Poly students are increasingly being cited for using electric scooters on campus, which is a violation of the university’s ban on their use, and can result in a fine of $234 or attending a Skateboard/Bicycle Diversion class.
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Scuba certification class has students diving in the Rec Pool
Cal Poly students can earn their scuba certification through ASI Aquatics and SLO Ocean Currents, which offers classroom instruction, pool training, and open water dives to prepare students for future careers in marine biology or environmental research.
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Students face prescription delays with Kaiser Permanente amid healthcare worker strike
Approximately 31,000 nurses and healthcare professionals walked out of hospitals and clinics throughout California and Hawaii on Jan. 26 to strike against Kaiser Permanente, demanding fair compensation, increased staffing levels and timely care for patients.