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1. New draft of greek party party registration policy under discussion
Greek council presidents have forged a new draft for party registration policy that will be reviewed by administrators Thursday, according to Interfraternity Council (IFC) president and business administration junior Domenic Hjerpe. The new draft includes revisions to the definition of fraternity parties and the shutdown time of parties.
2. Cal Poly sex assault reporting rate among lowest in California
From 2010-2012, Cal Poly saw a total of three sexual assault reports, yet how reflective is that of the reality of Cal Poly’s safety? The idea is further debated here.
3. College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences search for new dean
David Whener held the position of Dean of the CAFES for 12 years until he left in the summer of 2013. An interim dean has taken over Whener’s old position while new applicants are being processed.
4. Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship to host start-up business panel
The Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship will follow in suit of the beloved TV show, Shark Tank, with its own panel of four start-up business owners coming to the PAC on Monday. The event will be open to the public with prior registration.
5. No Smoking: Cal States considering tobacco ban
All University of California (UC) chancellors plan to carry out a 100 percent ban on tobacco by 2014, according to an official press release from the UC’s Office of the President issued in 2012. “We are in the process of putting together a task force that would review the creation and implementation of the plan, and are currently consulting with campus leadership on the best way to accomplish this,” said Mike Uhlenkamp, director of public affairs for the CSU chancellor’s office.