Cal Poly math professor Dylan Retsek secured a spot on the U.S. National Paraclimbing Team. A year ago, Retsek was an avid recreational climber, but after a chance meeting with paraclimbing champion Maureen Beck, he felt inspired to join the U.S. National Team.
Author Archives: Madison Vernon
Madison is a fourth year journalism major who got involved in MMG because of her passion for video production and the opportunity to collaborate with a team of people who have similar interests. Also the live GameDay shows are always a highlight; it's always rewarding feeling when the video team works together to orchestrate a smooth show. In her free time, she loves spending time outdoors along the coast, playing tennis with her friends and trying all of the coffee shops in SLO.
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MN Now: November 16, 2023
Mustang News reporter Madison Vernon brings us the top stories from this week.
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WATCH: ‘Disco Opera’ comes to Cal Poly’s Performing Arts Center
Opera San Luis Obispo transformed Cal Poly’s Performing Arts Center into a 1970’s themed house for their disco-themed opera, Die Fledermaus. The extravagant production featured on theme decor including lots of disco balls, velvet couches and flare pants. Mustang News reporter Madison Vernon shows us how 1970’s disco and opera mix.
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WATCH: PolyCultural Weekend showcases student clubs for incoming students
Cal Poly recently hosted its annual PolyCultural Weekend club fair, showcasing the university’s diverse student organizations and clubs. The showcase was held at the University Union and featured over 25 student-run clubs, each representing different cultural backgrounds and interests. The event was a chance for incoming students to learn about the various cultural resources available […]
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MN Now: May 12, 2023
Mustang News reporter Madison Vernon brings us the top stories from this week…
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Watch: Students work with baby horses during foaling season
Foaling season at the Cal Poly Equine Center is officially underway. Students enrolled in the animal science foaling enterprise class get a unique opportunity to experience every step of the process. Mustang News reporter Madison Vernon shows us how students are involved in caring for these baby horses.
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WATCH: Students clean up neighborhoods after St. Fratty’s Day
The Cal Poly Center for Service and Action hosted a neighborhood clean up the Sunday after St. Patrick’s day. Students volunteered to help clean up remaining trash and litter around the neighborhoods near campus after the annual ‘St. Fratty’s Day’ celebration. About 4,000 people gathered in the streets during the event. Mustang News reporters Gabrielle […]
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Sisters compete in a historic women’s finals heat at the 2023 SLO Cal Open
The 2023 Slo Cal Open at Morro Rock witnessed a historic ending as sisters Sanoa and Mathea Olin marked the first sibling versus sibling women’s finals heat since 2006. Over 130 of the country’s top surfers competed in the weekend long event hosted by Surfing for Hope and presented by Visit SloCal. Mustang News reporter […]
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MN Now: February 20, 2023
Mustang News reporter Madison Vernon brings you the top stories from this week…
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WATCH: Cal Poly students help Los Osos community after rainstorm
After this month’s rainstorm brought mudslides, flooding and property damage, the Cal Poly College Corps program offered a way for students to help clean up homes and businesses. Residents of the Vista Court neighborhood in Los Osos received help after their homes were damaged by mudslides. “It’s been a rewarding and humbling experience to see […]
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MN Now: December 2, 2022
Mustang News reporter Madison Vernon brings you the top stories from this week.