Especially in the college environment, the use of Adderall is seen as socially acceptable, similar to binge drinking on the weekends. Like all other ADHD and ADD prescription drugs it’s a central nervous system stimulant. It allows users’ brains to concentrate more efficiently because it increases the levels of dopamine and norepinephrine.
Adderall, study drugs abundant on campus
By some accounts, the use of Adderall and other ADD/ADHD medications as study aids are becoming almost as socially accepted as energy drinks and coffee.
Student advocacy program feared unconstitutional
The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education believes that CARE-Net, a program aimed at reducing discrimination on campus, may violate free-speech laws.
Student falls out of third-floor dorm, no details released
A female Cal Poly student was rushed to the hospital early Saturday morning after falling out of a window on the third floor of a dormitory, university police said.
Bill could force Poly Corp. to release records
Cal Poly Corporation and Cal Poly Foundation may soon have to open up its books to the public if the Senate Bill 218 passes this Fall. It will open the California Public Records Act to include university auxiliary organizations.
Kramer’s Presidency: A look back
ASI presidents are often faced with unexpected obstacles and Kramer’s experience was no exception. The response to issues such as the symbols of hate portrayed by the crop house, three student deaths and fiscal shortcomings shaped Kramer’s presidency.
Fight night raises funds for injured Poly student
Local fraternity Sigma Phi Epsilon put on their boxing gloves last Sunday as a fundraiser for a member who has undergone six surgeries after falling out of a fourth story window last July.
SLO Textbooks — same books, new name
After 13 years of business, Aida’s University Book Exchange has gone out of business. A new bookstore, SLO Textbooks, has already taken Aida’s lease. Like Aida’s, SLO Textbooks will offer low textbook prices and more cash for buybacks.
Hackleman on White, Liddell and New Gym
John Hackleman may train one of the baddest mixed martial artists of all-time in former Cal Poly wrestler Chuck Liddell, but he never trained for the battle that’s he’s undertaking outside the cage with UFC President Dana White.
Cal Poly hires staff to educate greek life following SAE arrests
Cal Poly will hire two staff members to educate the greek system about the dangers of alcohol and hazing following the arrests made in connection with the death and hazing of fraternity pledge Carson Starkey.
Cal Poly alum, local volunteer dies in tragic dunes accident
Cal Poly alumnus Christopher Meadows, 24, passed away Sunday while on a volunteer search and rescue emergency call. He is fondly remembered by his Cal Poly peers as a positive, considerate person who enjoyed his volunteer work.