Cal Poly’s own Orchesis Dance Company is back with its 42nd anniversary concert, “Immersion,” at the Alex and Faye Spanos Theatre. With dances inspired by relationships, religion, society and an experience in a mental institution, this performance will be one…
A hotel that's its own destination
[slideshow] The Madonna Inn. It’s pretty hard to live here and not recognize that name. When I was little, I visited it at Christmas, and I remember two things: it was very pink and had a lot of crazy Christmas…
Joan Rivers brings brutal honesty to the PAC
She’s a quick-witted fashionista, a daring comedian and a champion for gay rights. She’s the uncompromising Joan Rivers, and she’s on her way to Cal Poly. Rivers will bring her stand-up show to the Christopher Cohan Performing Arts Center (PAC) Jan.…
SLO, Rejects and 'Dirty Little Secrets'
The All-American Rejects hits SLO Brewing Co. (SLO Brew) today in the band’s first show here since 2003. Last time The All-American Rejects performed in San Luis Obispo, the band opened for The Riddlin’ Kids and Homegrown. It marked a…
Herbs vs. Medication
The Central Coast Herbal Association (CCHA) will debut “Herbal Bazaar: Growing Health” for the first time on the Central Coast next Saturday. The event will be held at the San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden (SLOBG) and includes a medical-herb walk through,…
A closer look at Dr. King's 'Dream'
I have a dream … that we may all take the time to listen to the words of Martin Luther King Jr. instead of perpetually misinterpreting him. A breathtaking orator and stunning leader, King brought a fierce, yet productive energy…
Bridging the gap
[box]Some jump right in, others take some time, but what’s the best option between graduation and getting a job?[/box] Whether just beginning college or getting ready to put on a cap and gown, most students can’t help but ask, “what’s…
Preparation: A key step to finding a job
On Wednesday and Thursday, Chumash Auditorium will be filled with more handshakes than a political convention, more smiles than a beauty pageant and more sweat than a gym. This can only mean one thing: Cal Poly’s winter career fair. The…
Enjoy the (Fremont) experience
[slideshow] There are a lot of unique places in SLO, but one of the most recognizable places has got to be The Big Fremont Theatre. We’ve all seen it. It’s hard to miss if you live here. And like most of…
Deep colors and easy curves coming to campus
For now, the walls are blank, but the Cal Poly University Art Gallery will be graced with multi-talented artist Geoff McFetridge’s work starting Jan. 13. McFetridge is known for his captivating and unique art forms which reflect simple images through…
How conservative thought will escape suppression
The California public university system prides itself as an open marketplace of ideas with one caveat: ideas must be liberal or otherwise have no place in the classroom. We all know that it exists on campus. Start talking politics with…