The Cal Poly Baseball secured a decisive 10-4 win over Cal State Fullerton on Sunday afternoon to complete a weekend sweep at Baggett Stadium. The game, marked by strong pitching and a booming offense, was a display of the Mustangs’ (10-4, 3-0 Big West) newfound identity over the Titans (4-8, 0-3 Big West). Cal Poly […]
Author Archives: Nadeen Maniord
Nadeen Maniord is part of KCPR’s News team and serves as one of Mustang Media’s sports media coordinators. Her journey began as a reporter and editor for Opinions during high school, continuing through community college before transferring to Cal Poly. With a passion for sports reporting, opinion writing, and crafting social media aesthetics, she thrives in a dynamic media environment. Outside of journalism, Nadeen coaches gymnastics competitively and enjoys spending quality time with friends. You can often find her on the field, keenly observing games and staying connected to the sports world.
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Cal Poly Baseball fends off Cal State Fullerton in game two of series
In a high-scoring battle at Baggett Stadium, Cal Poly Baseball secured an 11-8 victory over Cal State Fullerton on Saturday, March 8, closing the game with a defensive highlight from freshman shortstop Nate Castellon. Castellon played a pivotal role in the Mustangs’ (8-6, 2-0 Big West) comeback win to take their second straight series, contributing […]
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The Nutcracker: A magical tale with Central Coast flair
Imagine waking up on Christmas Eve, the soft glow of moonlight filtering through the window. But instead of being transported to a magical land of sweets, you find yourself in the bustling streets of historical San Luis Obispo. Clara, our heroine, embarks on a journey that weaves through the city’s own Chinatown, past the railroad […]
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In defense of Hallmark Christmas movies: let me have my holiday cheese, OK?
Listen, we need to talk about Hallmark Christmas movies. Every year, they show up in their sparkly, low-budget glory, and every year, someone—probably wearing black turtlenecks and quoting The New Yorker—feels the need to trash them.
Are they predictable? Of course. Are they cheesy? Duh. Do they make me feel like everything’s going to be OK, even if just for 90 minutes? You bet your Grinchy heart they do.
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The media’s role in a divided America: time for a new path forward
Who’s to blame for America’s political divide? A lot of it comes straight from the media. Let’s face it—the headlines love conflict and fear, and that’s pushing Americans further apart. Sensational stories are great for clicks but terrible for trust. Something’s got to change.