Cal Poly’s University Police Department (UPD) issued an alert today regarding an alleged sexual assault on the pedestrian path to Mustang Village on Tuesday night. A press release from the San Luis Obispo Police Department went out in an email to all Cal Poly students, asking that they exercise caution, especially when walking on the […]
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Joan Rivers brings brutal honesty to the PAC
She’s a quick-witted fashionista, a daring comedian and a champion for gay rights. She’s the uncompromising Joan Rivers, and she’s on her way to Cal Poly. Rivers will bring her stand-up show to the Christopher Cohan Performing Arts Center (PAC) Jan. 28. The event is hosted by the Gay and Lesbian Alliance of the Central Coast. The […]
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Parking fees, fines at all-time high
Parking permit fees and fines the Cal Poly University Police Department (UPD) enforce are at an all-time high. With the current general permit fee at $115 per quarter, some students think UPD must be making a hefty profit from each permit and fine. It is not only students paying these seemingly excessive amounts, but everyone […]
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Animal houses
Every housing choice on campus has rules: Students can’t paint their rooms without permission, nobody can own a waterbed, students under 21 cannot have alcohol (expect in Poly Canyon Village under specific circumstances) and no pets allowed. The last isn’t true for agricultural students living in unique on-campus housing locations. “When I was living at […]
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SLO, Rejects and 'Dirty Little Secrets'
The All-American Rejects hits SLO Brewing Co. (SLO Brew) today in the band’s first show here since 2003. Last time The All-American Rejects performed in San Luis Obispo, the band opened for The Riddlin’ Kids and Homegrown. It marked a big year for the band; its first studio album, self-titled “The All-American Rejects” was certified platinum […]
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Motorcycle crash sends student to hospital
UPDATE: Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center spokesperson Ron Yukelson said Chan is listed Wednesday as being in serious but stable condition. This has changed since he was admitted Tuesday in critical condition. A Cal Poly student was found in critical condition Tuesday morning after he was thrown from his motorcycle while riding in San Luis […]
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Good without God? religious discussion fills Chumash
Whether they had atheist, theist or curious minds, hundreds of students filled Chumash Auditorium last week for a religious forum. SLO Cru, formerly known as SLO Crusade, sponsored the Veritas discussion forum. According to Cru, the forum is part of a national program to bring a Christian perspective to some of life’s deepest questions. “It’s […]
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FINALLY!
Following months of anticipation, the Cal Poly Recreation Center had a soft opening morning after approximately four years of planning and construction. University Union Advisory Board Chair Karen Mesrobian, a philosophy senior, said Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) carefully orchestrated the opening to allow users the best experience throughout opening day. “It gives the students a […]
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Royer feels the power of 'The Gun'
Cal Poly’s sharpshooting guard learned how to shoot a basketball watching VHS tapes by NBA legend “Pistol Pete” Maravich. So it was only natural that, upon coming to Cal Poly, Dylan Royer learned the power of “The Gun.” “He’s probably used The Gun more than anyone I’ve ever known,” said sophomore forward Chris Eversley, referring […]
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Errors cost wrestling against Stanford
Dominating victories by seniors Ryan Smith and Boris Novachkov weren’t enough for the Mustangs on Sunday afternoon. Ryan DesRoches lost his first match, and Cal Poly fell to Stanford. A major decision in the final bout downed the Cal Poly wrestling team 23-17 against the No. 22 Cardinal (6-5, 3-0 Pac-12) in a Pac-12 dual […]
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Students to bring business startups to Cal Poly
In the spirit of Cal Poly’s “Learn By Doing” philosophy, students have the opportunity to develop a complete business this quarter. They just have to do it in one weekend. Startup Weekend is an international program that gives individuals approximately 54 hours to form teams and produce a functioning product with the potential to create […]