Controversial rapper Nas, who said “hip-hop was dead” in 2006, and Damian Marley, the first and only reggae/dancehall artist to win two Grammys on the same night, will perform together at the Avila Beach Golf Resort Oct. 17. Latin/reggae-rock band Rey Fresco is the opening act.
Studying abroad: the information you need
Dozens packed onto Dexter Lawn for the annual Study Abroad Fair on Oct. 7. The fair featured several booths for the different study abroad, volunteer, scholarship and internship options Cal Poly offers.
Cosby performance packs the PAC
It’s important to get good grades because a ‘C’ average “means you only know 70 percent,” Cosby said. No one would accept a doctor who only knew 70 percent about his professional field.
‘Adventure’ Triathlon comes to Lopez Lake
Five Cal Poly students will be participating in the longest running off-road triathlon, Scott Tinley’s Adventures 14th Annual Triathlon, at Lake Lopez from Oct. 1 to Oct. 3.
Rock the Vote landing in SLO
Rock the Vote is coming to Mission Plaza Sunday, Oct. 3. The event, which is presented by the student-run, nonpartisan organization GET OUT THE VOTE, will feature five hours of live music and speeches.
Ed Fella exhibit comes to the University Art Gallery
Graphic design icon Ed Fella’s work will be exhibited at the University Art Gallery from Sept. 24 to Oct. 23.
Bill Cosby coming to the PAC
One of the most popular comedians of all time, Bill Cosby, will be performing two shows at the PAC on September 26.
Construction updates for the school year
For the duration of the 2010-2011 school year, Cal Poly’s campus will be undergoing some changes in a few of its facilities.
Beaches of the Central Coast
Local beaches offer relaxation, activities, site seeing and beach fun for everyone. The south holds Montana De Oro State Park, Avila Beach, Shell Beach and Pismo State Beach, and to the north has Cambria and Cayucos.
Solar-powered silver screen
One of the United States’ only solar-powered movie theaters is right down the street. Since 2004, the Palm Theatre has been creating solar energy for PG&E that is used for the Palm, homes and other businesses in that area.
Comedy show at Grange Hall
On Saturday, a collection of local and non-local comedians will gather for the monthly comedy show at the Grange Hall.