As first-year students began receiving their on-campus housing exemption decisions this year, some were surprised and frustrated by denials they had not expected. In previous years, exemption criteria was broader and allowed for appeals once a decision was made, but this year Cal Poly University Housing changed the process. University Housing now requires a FAFSA […]
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Dorm construction disrupts current students ability to sleep and to study
Construction behind the Red Bricks dorms is projected to end fall 2026 as part of an ongoing plan to bring more student housing on Cal Poly’s campus. In the meantime, students struggle with sleeping and studying in dorms during construction. As Cal Poly moves to require on-campus living for underclassmen starting next fall, the university […]
Cal Poly trio brings new life to vintage Zippo lighters
What started as a casual interest became the full-fledged venture known as 27 Trinkets — a nod to the very room where their business began.
“They’re my kids” — John Tiedemann is more than a custodian to North Mountain residents
While he only cleans 20 of the bathrooms in North Mountain, he said he makes a point to reach out to everyone who lives there.
Students lead campaign to add AEDs in every residence hall
Jack Pawela and Miles Henry hope to have AEDs in every residence hall by the end of the academic year.

