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.
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Posted inNews
Left “high and dry”: Students share frustration with new semester catalog
Students at Cal Poly are uncertain about the upcoming semester conversion, as they must decide whether to stay with the current catalog or switch, while also dealing with fewer courses per year and potential impacts on graduation terms.
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Veteran Affairs glitch delayed payments to Cal Poly students for months
Sixty-five Cal Poly students were impacted by a Veteran Affairs computer glitch that lost direct deposit information, resulting in delays in payments for three months and increased food insecurity for military-connected students.
Posted inWrestling
Coach Sioredas’ cultural reset drives Cal Poly Wrestling’s success
Jon Sioredas has transformed Cal Poly Wrestling from a last-place program to a top 10 contender in just five years through a complete cultural reset centered on maturity, discipline, and accountability.
Posted inOpinion
Gossip is good (when done responsibly) – and here’s how to do it right
There’s a lot of judgment around gossip. People who engage with gossip are often labeled as untrustworthy, insecure or even bad friends. But if you really think about it, gossip is actually the glue that holds us together. When done right, it’s the foundation of great friendships and is necessary for society.
Posted inMNTV
Retiring a living legend: Chase’s final ride
For over a decade Chase the Mustang has been Cal Poly’s living mascot, inspiring students and fans alike with his untamed mustang spirit. Reporter Parker Cinque learns about his retirement and the plans for the future.
Posted inOpinion
The downfall of Swim and Dive through a captain’s eyes
I’m sharing what happened after our team was cut not just to look back, but to show what it feels like when the university takes away the place that felt like home. As a team, we thought we had standing with the university based on our performance this season. As it turned out, we were wrong.
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Women and nonbinary focused gym, Kismet Fitness, was 17 years in the making
Kismet Fitness is a gym in San Luis Obispo specifically designed for women and nonbinary people, offering a safe and inclusive space to prioritize physical and mental health without the pressure of the male gaze.
Posted inMNTV
Brass Mash: Central Coast’s new sound
There are countless bands on the Central Coast, but something new is catching the attention of local crowds. From graduating Cal Poly as a music major, playing failed bands, and teaching middle schoolers as a music teacher, the founder of Brass Mash turned a spontaneous idea into something different. After a series of “bad accidents,” […]
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Large waves and rip currents prompt Central Coast beach warnings
San Luis Obispo County beaches will be under a high surf advisory watch from Dec. 3-5 due to large, breaking waves and rip currents, with residents and visitors advised to stay out of the water and away from rocks and the break.
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.