White cage-like doors, dim lighting and narrow walkways that made students feel trapped in a corner — that was the Cal Poly Food Pantry before April 2019. “It was literally just a cage, storage closet that was converted into a…
On-campus apartment prices rise: How other housing options compare
The cost of on-campus housing for continuing students has steadily risen the past few years and will continue to rise for the 2019-20 academic year. Applications for students currently living in Poly Canyon Village (PCV) opened Friday, Feb. 1. For…
The last straw: Campus Dining ditches plastic for paper straws
Cal Poly is taking another step towards its zero waste goal with the replacement of plastic straws throughout campus dining halls. Campus Dining announced that they are making the switch to compostable paper straws beginning in the 2018-2019 academic year.…
Green Campus sustainability move-out initiative aims to reduce PCV move-out waste
Poly Canyon Village residents can donate unwanted items to be resold next year.
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.
Applications for Cal Poly Lofts open; PCV costs increasing
PCV apartment rent is increasing $178 per month for a single bedroom and $337 per month for a double bedroom.
‘Race to Zero Waste’ promotes sustainable living in Poly Canyon Village
Poly Canyon Village residents are competing against other universities in a nationwide sustainability contest.
UPD and fire department respond to hot coals in PCV dumpster
Hot coals were thrown into the dumpster, which UPD and the San Luis Obispo Fire Department extinguished.
On-campus housing application’s gender-inclusive option causing confusion
In 2016, gender-inclusive housing was offered for all students, including freshmen.
Family and friends remember Brett Tyler
Business administration junior Brett Tyler is remembered for his witty personality and sharp style.
Business administration junior passed away in PCV apartment
UPD responded to a call and found a deceased person in a PCV apartment.