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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The Housing Hunt: Mustang Village is a solid option for an off-campus apartment
As you complete my five step checklist for the housing search, you will probably stumble upon Mustang Village as one of your housing options after doing some Google searching or asking literally anyone where they live. Indeed, Mustang Village is a popular choice for Cal Poly students’ off-campus housing.Â
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Cal Poly’s Kennedy Library closure leaves many students without a true study sanctuary
Part of the “classic college experience” includes the studying and cramming sessions until the early hours of the morning, but nearly half of Cal Poly’s population has never had a designated library study space for this.Â
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This student business delivers homemade waffles straight to your door
Business administration senior Matt Casadona recently turned his liking for a convenient, yet tasty food into an out-of-the-home business.
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HomeShare SLO connects students with affordable housing
People with extra rooms in their house can rent them out to students in a safe way
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Ways to find housing for next year
As the new year gets rolling, students begin the hunt for off-campus housing. Agricultural business freshman Shea Forrey wants to live off-campus next year, but was originally unsure of how to begin the process. “Everyone says it’s so hard to find housing,” Forrey said. “It seems like a lot of apartment complexes don’t have their applications […]
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Burglary attempted near campus
An attempted burglary happened on Grand Avenue this morning.
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New program helps students get housing
Learn by Doing applies to most aspects of being a Cal Poly student. But when it comes to becoming a good neighbor in the SLO community, learning the ropes beforehand is crucial.
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Students face high-priced housing
Repurposing rooms can help lower rent, local landlord Mark Schroeder said.
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9 injured in roof collapse at St. Fratty’s Day
Four people were transported to local emergency rooms, but none were seriously injured.