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A Cuesta College graduate walks across the stage to receive their diploma during the 59th Commencement Ceremony on May 17, 2024. For many of Cuesta’s staff and administration, commencement is considered to be one of the best events that happens each year. “Something magical happens when you put on that cap and gown and you walk across the stage and staff and faculty are there,” Interim Division Chair and Academic Counselor Heidi Webber said. Photo by Owen Main Photography and courtesy of Cuesta College.

Cuesta College commencement: Everything students, families need to know before attending

Lindsay McKee, Multimedia Editor April 10, 2025

Cuesta College’s 60th annual commencement ceremony will take place on May 23 from 1 to 5 p.m. on the San Luis Obispo County campus.  “It's really just a chance for them to celebrate their accomplishments...

A rendering of the new instructional building at Cuesta College North County Campus. The new instructional building will provide hands-on learning opportunities for Cuesta College students. The facility will include specialized classrooms for the Kinesiology Department, trade programs will have covered workspaces, and more traditional classrooms. Photo courtesy of Cuesta College

Cuesta College expands hands-on educational programs at North County

McKenna Zolty, Arts + Entertainment Editor April 9, 2025

A new instructional building at the Cuesta College North County Campus is now under construction. This endeavor is going to open new opportunities for trade and workforce educational programs. On Feb....

Toad receives their $1,000 in the Fremont Theater stage after winning the majority vote at the end of the night for Battle of the Bands.

REVIEW: Toad wins Battle of the Bands SLO

McKenna Zolty, Arts + Entertainment Editor April 8, 2025

Shabang Music Festival held the third-annual Battle of the Bands at Fremont Theater in San Luis Obispo on April 4. Five bands performed for the chance to win $1,000 and to play at Shabang. Performers included...

Drag queen Princess Rose Toad performs to “Pink Pony Club” by Chappell Roan during Cuesta College annual Pride Drag Show at CPAC on April 3. Audience members were seated in general admission alongside performers. “I’m really proud of this performance and what I did. It’s so much fun and I love Chappell Roan ‘Pink Pony Club,’” Princess Rose Toad said.

A fierce performance by Cuesta College’s Pride Club

McKenna Zolty, Arts + Entertainment Editor April 7, 2025

The Cuesta College Pride Club showcased local drag queens in its spring semester Cuesta Pride Drag Show on April 3 on Cuesta’s CPAC main stage. The audience was seated on the main stage with the options...

Protestors Deb Ross and Robbie Conal hold up signs with Conals’ artwork on Santa Rosa Street in San Luis Obispo on Saturday. Conal’s artwork highlights the political climate, and he and his group were grateful to participate and experience the downtown protest.

Thousands gather on Monterey Street for “Hands Off!” protest

Lindsay McKee, Multimedia Editor April 5, 2025

Thousands of people gathered in downtown San Luis Obispo on Saturday with signs and flags to protest against President Donald Trump, and the policies made under his presidency. At noon, Monterey Street...

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OPINION: Cuesta Campus Climate: lacking trust, transparency, communication

McKenna Zolty and Lia Pagel March 24, 2025

The general consensus among Cuesta College faculty is that the administration is corrupt, uses a talk-down approach and doesn't seem to trust that faculty can do their jobs.  The New Times San Luis...

Cuestonian staff members (left to right) Lia Pagel, Lindsay McKee, McKenna Zolty and Faculty Adviser Dr. Jeremy Shermak attended the Associated College Press/Journalism Association of Community College Spring Student Media Conference in Long Beach March 6-9, 2025. Photo courtesy of The Cuestonian.

The Cuestonian returns to JACC, captures awards

Cuestonian Staff March 9, 2025

The Cuestonian, the official student newspaper of Cuesta College, returned to the Journalism Association of Community Colleges (JACC) after a multi-year hiatus and captured multiple state honors at its...

The Cuesta Jazz ensemble performs at Cuesta’s CPAC. Photo courtesy of Jamie Soja and Joan Hurwit

Andy Martin returns to CPAC for 40th Anniversary Jazz Festival

Lindsay McKee, Multimedia Editor March 6, 2025

Cuesta College’s Performing Arts Center (CPAC) kicks off its 40th Anniversary Jazz Festival with a concert on Friday at 8 p.m. The festival will not only have performances from Cuesta’s big band, local...

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Cuesta’s Academic Senate revises recent censure resolution

Lia Pagel and Lindsay McKee March 4, 2025

The Cuesta College Academic Senate during Friday’s meeting moved to censure Vice President of Instruction Jason Curtis for his comments during the November 22, 2024 meeting. After much discussion, the...

The Human Library event features “readers” listening to the “human books” experience at Cuesta College Library on March 6, 2024. Photo courtesy of Cuesta College

Human Library returns to Cuesta College

McKenna Zolty March 4, 2025

The Human Library returns to Cuesta College Library on March 5 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Human Library is a non-profit organization that engages individuals in a safe space to share their personal...

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Cuesta men’s, women’s basketball defeated in 3C2A playoffs

Zack Alldredge, Reporter February 27, 2025

The Cuesta College men’s and women’s basketball teams were both defeated on Wednesday on the road in the 2025 3C2A Regional Playoffs.  Men’s basketball fell short, defeated by Pasadena City College...

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