University Archives Photograph Collection

New Books in the lobby area

Several students read newspapers; on the wall several non-English periodicals are shown

Several students work on research in the reference section

Aerial photo with President's House in the foreground, looking toward Poly Canyon.

Aerial facing the North Mountain and Red Brick dorms with President's house in lower right corner.

Aerial with the runway at the top of frame, campus core in the middle, and Yosemite dorms at the bottom.

A poster in the University Union (then the College Union) advertises a talk either about or by Senator Don Grunsky. Stands are set up with Nixon '72 posters and bumper stickers.

Entrance to Science North, Building 53. Construction began in 1966 and the building was opened in 1969. It was originally intended for the biological and physical sciences departments.

Three women stand near the entrance of the University Union in front of what is now Ciao

Two students women's and gender studies? sit in the University Union with books and papers

A lone acoustic guitarist sits in front of microphones in the University Union plaza

View of the Yosemite Dorms during construction

Aerial taken from a somewhat lower elevation, with Highway 1 visible in the upper left corner of the frame, campus in the center, and Slack Street at the bottom. A reflection from the airplane window partially obscures some detail.

Aerial taken from low elevation, facing southeast toward Yosemite dorms. The Math and Science building, University Union, and Administration building are all visible in the lower half of the image. The plane wing obscures the lower left corner of the image.

Campus aerial facing the Red Brick dorms. Mott Gym is visible in the lower right corner of the frame, and some of the North Mountain dorms appear on the left. The airplane wing obscures a good portion of the lower half of the image.

Campus aerial taken at a very low elevation over the Math and Science building, facing south-southwest. The President's house is barely visible in the upper third of the frame, while the Health Center can be seen to the upper left. The airplane wing obscures the lower right corner of the frame.

Aerial of campus and environs, taken from just over Highway 101 facing north. Fredericks Street and the United Methodist Church appear at the extreme lower edge of frame, while Poly Canyon occupies the upper third.

Aerial facing Poly Canyon, with the P visible in the upper right. The intersection of Foothill and California can be seen in the extreme lower left of frame.

Aerial with campus in the mid-distance. Crop fields occupy the bulk of the frame, with Stenner Creek visible to the lower right. A reflection from the airplane window obscures some detail in the upper right portion of the image.

Aerial with Tenaya and Fremont Halls, Vista Grande (VG's), Sierra Madre, and Yosemite dorms visible in the upper third of the image. Tennis courts, the track, and practice fields can be seen with people using them. The intersection of Slack Street and Grand Avenue is just visible in the extreme right of the image.

Aerial taken from behind Yosemite dorms toward the radio tower hill. Haze or reflection from the airplane window obscures detail in the upper half of the image, and the airplane wing protrudes into the bottom of the frame.

Two students chat next to a well-used bulletin board on Poly Vue Drive. Many bicycles are visible in bike racks in the background. There is an advertisement for an international student picnic at Poly Grove.

A cashier helps a student purchase some books, including "New directions in Health Education." On the wall are a set of dowels with their codes available for quick access.

Students browse through books at the El Corral bookstore.

The Cal Poly band the Collegians playing brass and wind instruments performs on stage.

The Collegians (a Cal Poly band) performs on stage, led by a conductor.

A Cal Poly dance band (probably the Collegians) performs with trombones, trumpets, saxophone, and drums. Led by conductor.

A Cal Poly dance band ensemble (probably the Collegians) is led by conductor in a stage performance.

Male and female participants are on stage in formal attire. They are arm in arm and the woman is holding a white rose.

One male and one female stand in formal wear on stage during the introduction of the participants. The woman is holding a white rose.

The crowd watches as a group of performers wearing hats and vests takes the stage.

The Majors and Minors are dressed as traditional quartet singers with hats, vests, and an array of buttons as they perform at the Princess Contest.

Three female semi-finalists stand on stage in the Pretty Poly Contest.

The semi-finalists for the Pretty Poly Contest stand on stage with their male partners.

Ken Ruggles and Cindy Gibson are interviewed after a Homecoming event.

Students talk and relax inside the University Union, or the College Union as it was known then.

The Hanford Marching Band performs on the football field and assembles in the shape of the United States. The American flag can be seen in the center of the formation. The drum major is present on the 50 yard line. This was a featured event put on during the 1975 Homecoming. The California Bicentennial Festival in 1975 featured 18 California High School Marching bands.

Individuals gather in from of the Bank of America displaying their ribbons. Spectators can be seen in the background observing the events of the 1975 Homecoming Parade.

A podium and elevated stage are present during the Homecoming Parade of 1975.

Roger F. Honberger rides by Betty's in a classic Ford V8 B 400 in the 1975 Homecoming Parade. Honberger was part of the School of Architecture and Environmental Design. Bank of America can be seen in the far left background.

The marching band, led by the baton twirlers, performs in the Homecoming Parade of 1975 in front of eager spectators.

The Homecoming Parade float makes its way down the street past the Bank of America and Betty's in celebration of the Bicentennial festivities in 1975. The individuals on the float can be seen 'milking' the painted cows.

Led by the color guard, the Delano High School Marching Band performs in the 1975 Homecoming Parade. The Bank of America and Firestone can be seen in the background (right).

The Delta Sigma Phi Little Sisters are present during the 1975 Homecoming Parade. Betty's Fabrics can be seen on the right side.

A woman rides a horse near the stables while another woman looks on.

A man browses educational materials for younger children

Two men stand with trophies, lassos, and saddles in front of a display board and a plaque reading Cal Poly SLO.

Students and community members with their families attending Poly Royal watch the annual Cal Poly tractor pull competition from the grass next to the airstrip.

The tractor rears onto its back wheels as it begins its pull. The slogan 'Keep on Pullin'' can be seen painted onto the sled. Two competition officials can be seen in yellow uniforms (right).

The driver sits ready to go while two others are ensuring the sled is correctly attached to the tractor. Part of Madonna Peak can be seen in the background.