Editor’s note: This story discusses themes including sexual violence. The sun had already disappeared behind Madonna Mountain, and Van Nguyen, a software engineering sophomore, waited in the dark across Kennedy Library eager to get home after a long day of school. In her first year living on campus, Nguyen said she isn’t entirely comfortable walking […]
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San Luis Obispo transit driver shortage affects Cal Poly students and the greater community
San Luis Obispo Transit’s shortage of bus drivers and temporary technical issues are halting routes, which is straining services for local and campus residents. SLO Transit announced Oct. 4 that routes 3B, 4A and 4B will be temporarily suspended due to technical matters. This doubles down on SLO Transit’s already modified bus schedule for Cal […]
San Luis Obispo enacts transportation plan to achieve sustainability goals
The San Luis Obispo City Council has enacted its first Active Transportation Plan, outlining a strategy for implementing pedestrian-friendly infrastructure and policies throughout the city.
English professor runs “bike library” out of his backyard
Westwood said his bike library is open to all students who send him an email or respond to his Craigslist ad with their height, weight and the amount of money they are willing to spend.
City moves forward with bike-share pilot program, but keeps scooters off the table
The San Luis Obispo City Council approved a pilot program to bring a bike-sharing program to the city, but stopped short of approving dockless scooters. In an October 1 special meeting, the council settled on a “hybrid” program intended to keep bikes parked in a special dock or a standard bike rack. This is a […]
Cal Poly bike auction set for this week
It’s that time of the year again – the Cal Poly bike auction will take place on Monday Oct. 7 outside the University Police Department (UPD) building. The auction will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is the first of the two bike auctions hosted by Cal Poly Transportation and Parking Services. Video […]
Frustrated about parking? Now is your chance to have your voice heard
Transportation and Parking Services in collaboration with campus partners and consulting firm to overcome parking challenges.
Cal Poly now offering shuttles to the SLO airport and cities across California
“We wanted to offer students without vehicles on campus more options to commute to and from home to campus during the holidays,” Director of Transportation & Parking Services Marlene Cramer.
Bird scooters will not be taking flight in SLO anytime soon
Bird, an electric scooter company, delayed their business roll out in San Luis Obispo indefinitely.
SLO Transit changes causing frustration for students living off campus
Newly implemented bus routes make campus transit difficult for Cal Poly students
Save a car, ride a bike
May is San Luis Obispo County’s 11th annual Bike Month, a spree of events put on by SLO Regional Rideshare to celebrate and encourage cycling in the community.

