Ash Pickett is an Opinion Columnist for Mustang News. She's majoring in business with a concentration in management & human resources and a minor in creative communications and writing. She conveniently has many, many opinions. In her free time, she enjoys reading, writing, hiking, playing sports, and a good podcast.
I’m done with gatekeeping. As a graduating senior, here are some of my favorites in San Luis Obispo, from hidden gem locations to explore to tips that will save you money.Â
This college town holds charming secrets, and before graduating, I figured it’s better to share the wealth so people can enjoy it the way I have. This list is only the beginning, so I hope this encourages you to get out there and find them yourself!
There are so many things that make a great coffee shop: roast, variety of seasonal flavors, grade of matcha, ambiance, food, location…but honestly what matters most to me is the vibe. Is it good? If yes, I’m there.Â
Ash Pickett is a Business Administration Senior and opinion columnist for Mustang News. The opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang Media Group. I deleted TikTok about four years ago. I got tired of the endless scrolling on the app and felt like it drained my energy more than anything […]
There’s a lot of judgment around gossip. People who engage with gossip are often labeled as untrustworthy, insecure or even bad friends. But if you really think about it, gossip is actually the glue that holds us together. When done right, it’s the foundation of great friendships and is necessary for society.
Ash Pickett is a Business Administration Senior and opinion columnist for Mustang News. The opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang Media Group.The summer after my senior year of high school, I visited Cal Poly for PolyCultural Weekend – Cal Poly’s multicultural, student-led welcome for admitted students. It was my […]
Tea is an app that allows women to anonymously rate and comment on men, but it can be used to spread negativity and make assumptions about people, and its rules are not being enforced effectively.
In their school-wide emails, nowhere has Cal Poly warned students about the implications that AI usage has on the environment.
Water, earth, fire, air…the four elements that work together in harmony.Â
How about the four elements of a college student’s life, though? Nobody ever talks about that.
Health is wealth. It’s a bit of a silly phrase but I’m a big subscriber to it, and so is everyone else at Cal Poly, or so it feels. It’s pretty bizarre just how physically fit people at this school are on average. Our students are on another level.
To have a successful study abroad experience, it’s important to have a clear understanding of your financial situation, set a budget, and plan for emergencies, so that you can fully enjoy your time abroad.
Ash Pickett encourages college students to spend more time alone with their thoughts to cultivate creativity and critical thinking, and to ditch AirPods for a bit to allow for this reflection.
