A fire broke out on Oct. 7 on the top level of the parking structure behind Poly Canyon Village at Cal Poly, causing minor soot damage but no reported injuries.
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Posted inSeptember Print ’26
Students relocated to Poly Canyon Village apartments after delays in new housing construction
Cal Poly relocated several transfer and continuing students to overcrowded Poly Canyon Village apartments due to construction delays at the new Ĺ‚ktoĘ” building, ultimately offering affected students a fifty percent rent reduction.
Posted inSeptember Print ’26
107 degrees, no air conditioning: Cal Poly struggles through heat wave
A recent record-breaking heat wave at Cal Poly highlighted critical gaps in campus air conditioning, prompting discussions among students and faculty about long-term infrastructure upgrades and sustainability efforts.
Posted inNews
Nine roommates? What students think about Cal Poly’s new suite-style dorm layout
Cal Poly’s $1 billion 10-year housing project will open in fall 2026, offering suite-style housing for freshmen and continuing students, with the goal of adding 3,500 to 4,000 new beds and renovating previous housing projects.
Posted inNews
Cal Poly Partners working to bring EBT to Hilltop market in PCV
Cal Poly Partners is working to get Hilltop, the grocery market at Poly Canyon Village, approved to accept EBT by the start of spring quarter, after rebranding from Poly Canyon Village Market.
Posted inNews
University Housing stiffens exemption criteria, leaving students uncertain
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 […]
Posted inBreaking News
Former Cal Poly student sentenced to over six years in prison for firing guns on campus
Charles Hojaboom was sentenced to over six years in state prison for firing guns on the Cal Poly campus in 2023, and will now have two strikes under California’s Three Strikes Law.
Posted inOpinion
The Housing Hunt: Becoming an RA comes with free housing, but also real responsibilities
Residential advisors or community advisors (which is the RA role for continuing or transfer students) benefit from free on-campus housing and a dining plan. This job is a great way to secure an entire room to yourself for no cost, while being able to connect with other students and shape the campus community.Â
Posted inNews
New dining options and facilities debut at Cal Poly for fall quarter
Cal Poly Campus Dining has added multiple new on campus facilities and meal concepts for the fall quarter, including Julian’s Cafe, Hilltop Grocery, dedicated gluten-free areas, Sequel Tea, Poly Choice, and a sit down dining experience at Vista Grande Express and 1901 kitchen.
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Cal Poly adds new Mustang Shuttle route running in the opposite direction
The added Mustang Shuttle service route will run in the opposite direction of the other route, providing shorter ride times for students. This new route will also add a daytime stop at Cerro Vista, a stop that was previously not served during the day.
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Campus dining to open a new, cheaper grocery store in PCV
Campus Dining opened a new campus grocery store in Poly Canyon Village named Hilltop, alongside Cal Poly Partners. The goal is to give students a closer and more affordable option for groceries, said Russell Monteath, the director of commercial services. Complete with fresh produce, deli meats, and other toiletries, Hilltop joins other spots on campus […]