Counseling surveying state of students’ mental health

The Counseling Center on campus is conducting a survey to see the state of mental health of students on campus, Health and Counseling Services Director Martin Bragg said. The survey is used to help the Counseling Center identify mental health issues that need to be focused on.

Housing helping raise funds for Oklahoma tornado survivors

Cal Poly’s on-campus housing communities are raising money for the victims of the Oklahoma tornado tragedy through a change drive, which will last through the end of the school year.

Students in Fire and Society put newfound skills to firefighting

Some lucky students are leaving their textbooks behind and showing off their new “Learn by Firefighting” skills by practicing putting out fake fires in realistic situations.

New master’s degree to focus on leadership in dairy production

More than 100 years ago, Cal Poly accepted its first class of 20 students — many beginning their Cal Poly careers in some form of agriculture.

SLO 5-0: May 17-23

A brief list of crimes that occurred in San Luis Obispo from May 17-23.

New developments for University Police Department

University Police Department (UPD) Chief George Hughes has seen quite a bit of change in the eight months he has worked at Cal Poly.

Student suggestions spark library renovations

When students complain about Robert E. Kennedy Library, the staff listens and responds.

Cal Poly to host SLO City Council candidates

Students have a chance to talk with two of the candidates vying for a seat on the San Luis Obispo City Council on campus Thursday.

Most of Student Success Fee going to opening classes

With millions of dollars from this year’s Student Success Fee invested in access to classes, at least one indicator is showing positive signs for students unhappy with current offerings.

Gone fishing: Students tackle Forbes’ No. 1 deadliest job

If political science senior Connor Smith was asked to define who he was, he would say an Alaskan fisherman.

Anti-gay protester stirs campus discussion between LGBT and Christian communities

An elderly man not affiliated with Cal Poly disturbed the typical atmosphere of the University Union Plaza this past Tuesday by holding a sign reading, “Warning: Homosex is a God damned sin.”