Category: Arts and Culture

  • Man killed in hit-and-run near CPP

    Man killed in hit-and-run near CPP

    By Reyes Navarrete, Jan.6, 2024 An investigation is still ongoing after a 40-year-old man was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver near the intersection of Temple Avenue and Foley Way, Tuesday Jan. 23, police said. The hit-and-run was reported to Pomona police at 6:21 p.m., Tuesday evening according to the Pomona Police Department. The incident happened…

  • Cal Poly Rose Float begins deconstruction of Rock N’ Shock float

    Cal Poly Rose Float begins deconstruction of Rock N’ Shock float

    By Alejandro Barlow  Families gather New Year’s Eve on Colorado Boulevard to have the chance to see the 55-foot-long 16-foot-tall floats full of fresh flowers and produce to bring sculptures to life. Spectators view in awe of the design captivated by the intricacies of the design and the effort invested in its creation. But what…

  • CPP bolsters cybersecurity with new program addition

    CPP bolsters cybersecurity with new program addition

    By Aaron Coloma, Jan.6, 2024 Cal Poly Pomona added an award-winning cybersecurity program called IBM QRadar SIEM to its arsenal in November 2023. The program covers the entirety of CPP’s campus online network and centralizes data for easier cyberattack detection. QRadar eliminates repetitive tasks by automating manual processes, accelerates threat recognition and merges with existing…

  • Backstage look into the path of CPP’s theatre students

    Backstage look into the path of CPP’s theatre students

    By Kailee Santiago and Daisy Verdin, Feb. 06, 2024 From the lights to production, designing, teaching and acting, there’s a chance for Cal Poly Pomona students to discover their own role. Theatre student s shared behind the scenes glimpses of the struggles and rewarding discoveries of the journey to a career in the industry. Students…

  • CPP’s Kellogg gallery highlights LA-based female artists

    CPP’s Kellogg gallery highlights LA-based female artists

    By Kristine Pascual, Feb. 06, 2023 The W. Keith and Janet Kellogg University Art Gallery welcomed the new exhibition “Above & Below: Views from AltaSea’s Blue Hour” Jan. 22. Guest curator Kim Abeles partnered with Michele Cairella Fillmore, curator of the W. Keith and Janet Kellogg University Art Gallery to bring students a curated selection…

  • CPP’s alumna Husna Ridha’s plant-based business takes off

    CPP’s alumna Husna Ridha’s plant-based business takes off

    By Jessica Silverio, Feb. 06, 2024 Cal Poly Pomona alumna Husna Ridha has cultivated her passion for sustainable living into a thriving small business, crafting plant-based desserts that not only satisfy sweet cravings, but also contribute to a greener and healthier lifestyle. Harnessing her education and experiences at CPP, Ridha’s small business not only reflects…

  • Bronco baseball shoots for national success in 2024

    Bronco baseball shoots for national success in 2024

    By Christian Malone, Feb. 6, 2024 A new chapter in the history of Cal Poly Pomona’s storied baseball program will begin this Thursday, Feb. 8 when the Broncos kick off the 2024 season at home against Azusa Pacific University. Last season, the Broncos’ 18-17 regular season record bought them their eighth-straight ticket to the CCAA…

  • LA Memorial Coliseum erupts for 2024 Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum

    LA Memorial Coliseum erupts for 2024 Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum

    By Andre Davancens, Feb. 6, 2024 For the third year in a row, the LA Memorial Coliseum roared to life with both the screams of fans and the growl of high-octane V8 racing. This year was a doubleheader with the NASCAR Cup Series Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum and the return of the NASCAR…

  • 8 ways to celebrate Lunar New Year in Greater Boston

    8 ways to celebrate Lunar New Year in Greater Boston

    The Year of the Dragon is almost upon us, and on Feb. 10, many will be ringing in Lunar New Year. The holiday is traditionally celebrated in China and other Asian countries, and last year, Boston decided to designate Lunar New Year as an official city holiday. Many believe that 2024 will be a bold…

  • Spotlight on young queer arts and culture at youth pride event

    Spotlight on young queer arts and culture at youth pride event

    The City of Hobart’s Youth Arts and Recreation Centre (Youth ARC) will be bursting with colour this Friday evening as they celebrate TasPride with a showcase of young queer arts and culture. Welcoming and Inclusive City Portfolio Chair Cr Dr Zelinda Sherlock said the inclusive gathering was open to people of all ages, and promises…