With college tuition on the rise, it can be a challenge for some students to allocate money for their education. On top of food, gasoline, bills and basic school supplies, students regularly purchase textbooks, which can quickly drain bank accounts. Though there are options to save money on textbooks such as renting or buying used books, […]
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El Corral rounding up new name
Students who dream of leaving a lasting mark on Cal Poly’s campus, or owning a Vespa, will have their chance through Cal Poly Corporation’s contest to pick a new name for El Corral Bookstore. El Corral, originally named for the horse corrals on campus, has now shifted its purpose, and the corporation is looking for […]
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Hints for buying textbooks this quarter: online bargain-hunting
Every quarter, Cal Poly students face a familiar challenge: buying pricey textbooks as economically as possible.
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Spring cleaning — freshman shares tips for improving your college days
Freshman columnist discusses the dos and don’ts of spring cleaning. See what extra friend-baggage needs to be shed to gear up for the last quarter of freshman year.
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What is the Cal Poly Corporation?
The Cal Poly Corporation (CPC), which has been a part of the Cal Poly community since the 1940s, is the business body behind the recognizable El Corral Bookstore and Campus Dining, but many students do not understand exactly what it is.
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Cal Poly to rent textbooks
Cal Poly students will be able to rent a small number of textbooks through the school’s campus bookstore.
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Corporation opening its books is good news
As it stands, few things on campus are price comparable with off-campus, let alone competitive. And is it any surprise when you think about the services?