Cal Poly and the family of Kristin Smart have announced the creation of Kristin's Grove, a new memorial space designed to honor Smart's life, legacy and enduring spirit. Cal Poly officials say it will serve as a welcoming gathering space where students can reflect, connect with one another and find moments of peace on campus. The project was developed through a close partnership between Cal Poly and the Smart family, with students from the university's College of Architecture and Environmental Design helping design the sanctuary at the family's request. "Our deepest thanks go to Dr. Armstrong and his team," the Smart family said in a statement. "By acknowledging the past and actively building a safer campus for the future, they have demonstrated the kind of compassionate leadership that truly honors Kristin's life and dreams."