Cal Poly and the Smart family are creating Kristin’s Grove, a memorial on campus near Dexter Lawn, to honor the memory of Kristin Smart who disappeared in 1996.
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Cal Poly proposes hotel, senior living on campus lemon grove
Cal Poly administration proposed a new hotel conference center and housing project on nearly 40 acres of agricultural land, sparking significant backlash from students who argue the development compromises the university’s educational mission.
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Do fraternities operate illegal satellite houses? We asked the neighbors
Residents of San Luis Obispo have voiced their concerns over noise complaints caused by Cal Poly fraternities, with some alleging that fraternities are violating city policy by holding parties in residential zones without the necessary permits.
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One year since Armstrong appeared in Congress: How has Cal Poly’s response to antisemitism changed?
Cal Poly has updated its policies and training to combat antisemitism, but the Anti-Defamation League has given the university a “D” grade due to several incidents, including an assault on a Jewish fraternity member, and the administration’s response to pro-Palestinian vandalism.
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How Victor Glover’s dual-sport career at Cal Poly shaped his path to space
NASA astronaut Victor Glover, a 1999 Cal Poly Wrestling alum, recently piloted the Artemis II mission around the Moon, inspiring his former teammates and coaches with his success and humility.
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Cal Poly to seek student input on year-round operations amid backlash
For the first time since the Year-Round Operations planning process began in 2023, Cal Poly plans to include student input. This comes amid student backlash against the proposed school year model, with many citing concerns about a lack of internship opportunities and housing. READ MORE: Majority of engineering students surveyed think year-round operations will harm […]
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Cal Poly receives ‘D’ in antisemitism prevention amid AEPi incident aftermath
The Anti-Defamation League gave Cal Poly a “D” for its handling of antisemitism — a continuation of last year’s failing grades. The grade comes after a reported hate crime happened at a Jewish fraternity house last month. The U.S.-based, nonprofit organization aims to fight antisemitism and releases an annual Campus Antisemitism Report Card, an assessment […]
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University officials clarify use of Flock Safety cameras amid student backlash
Cal Poly has partnered with Flock Safety to provide image and video surveillance to its campus, and the university has data sharing turned off, though it can be switched on if requested by law enforcement through a lawful court order.
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JDAWG SAYS: Here’s who should headline ‘Morning on the Green’
Cal Poly and San Luis Obispo have replaced the beloved Hathaway block party with a bland “Morning on the Green” event, featuring uninspired performances and police presence, and the author suggests more diverse and interesting acts to take the stage.
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Odd Mob and Walker & Royce to headline Cal Poly’s St. Patrick’s Day festival
Cal Poly will host its second annual St. Patrick’s Day music festival on March 14, headlined by Australian DJ Odd Mob and EDM duo Walker & Royce, with increased capacity and security measures to ensure a safe and enjoyable event for students.
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Breaking: Tim Skipper named Cal Poly Head Football Coach
Former UCLA interim coach Tim Skipper has agreed to a deal to be the new head coach of Cal Poly Football, according to a news release by Cal Poly Athletics on Wednesday.