Speaker voices the science behind risk-taking

In the faintly sunlit cafe of Kennedy Library at dusk on Wed., Zambrano, associate professor in the Department of Economics at the Orfalea College of Business, discussed what it means to take individual risks, how to measure those risks and how people envision risk differently.

Mustangs look to use Patton’s success against Cal State Northridge

After struggling through some rough patches early in the season, it seems freshman Rebecca Patton has put the pieces together.

Greek Week raises funds for local programs

Cal Poly’s Greek Week had more than 40 fraternities and sororities going head-to-head in an array of events including basketball, flag football, arm wrestling and an academic decathlon.

Offense edges defense in annual spring game

The offense defeated the defense by a 59-42 score on Saturday afternoon in the annual spring football game. The Mustangs will open the season at home against Humboldt State on September 4, which will begin the second season under head coach Tim Walsh.

Baseball faces difficult conference test

Historically, Cal Poly baseball has set its sights on regional competition and a conference championship as it heads into May. This year, the Mustangs only have one thing left to play for — pride.

Brittany Blalock named Athlete of the Week

Cal Poly women’s tennis player Brittany Blalock was named Big West Conference Athlete of the Week for second time this season on Wednesday afternoon after prevailing during both of her singles matches and a pair of doubles victories last week.

Bowling more than just a recreational activity

The Cal Poly bowling club consists of seven members and competes in tournaments against teams primarily from the West Coast. Membership costs $100 for the club, but the fees may increase due to budget cuts.

Researchers learn more about “The Great Pacific Ocean Garbage Patch”

A sea expedition of doctoral students and research volunteers traveled to the “The Great Pacific Ocean Garbage Patch,” an accumulation of plastic and debris in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.

Women’s golf places fourth in Big West tournament

The Cal Poly women’s golf team finished at fourth place at the 2010 Big West Conference women’s golf championship at the San Luis Obispo Country Club Tuesday.

Women’s golf sits fourth in Conference Championship after second round

Four Cal Poly golfers carded scores in the 70s Monday as the Mustangs climbed two positions into fourth place following the second round of play in the 2010 Big West Conference Women’s Golf Championship at the San Luis Obispo Country Club.

Greek Week continues

The 22 fraternities and 14 sororities that make up Cal Poly’s greek system are celebrating Greek Week from April 18 to 25.