Kyle Loomis is a journalism senior and Mustang Daily music columnist. October has come and gone, and some great new albums were released, especially in the electronic dance music (EDM) genre. In the same tradition as my other album reviews, I’ve rated some noteworthy recent EDM album releases I am excited about, on a scale […]
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Fighting decibels with decibels: music festival aims to raise awareness about seismic testing
Mustang Daily Staff Report arts@mustangdaily.net Music and nature will join hands this Sunday when the Citizens Opposing Acoustic Seismic Testing (COAST) alliance hosts the “S.O.S. Save Our Seas” music festival in Morro Bay. The festival is an effort “to give people information about how destructive the intensity of the seismic testing is to the oceans […]
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How dry is Cal Poly?
Samantha Sullivan samanthasullivan.md@gmail.com As most are well aware, Cal Poly does not allow students to drink on campus. University policy says Cal Poly is a dry campus. However, exceptions can be found for special events, university housing and programs. Vice president of administration and finance Larry Kelley wrote in an email that Cal Poly is […]
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Annual literary magazine turning pens
Cal Poly’s award-winning annual literary magazine “Byzantium” serves as a stepping-stone for serious writers, English professor and “Byzantium” adviser Kevin Clark said. The magazine has turned out award-winning and published poets and fiction writers since its beginning. The magazine began as a senior project back in 1990 by English major Jocelyn Webb. “Byzantium” publishes literary […]
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Green fruit green booze: avocado and margarita lovers rejoice
Morro Bay’s sixth annual Avocado and Margarita Festival celebrates agriculture in the area, CEO of the Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce Craig Schmidt said. He’s heard from more than one planter that the avocados grown here are the best on the planet, he said. “What better way to celebrate a big bowl of guacamole or […]
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Mustang Band freshmen march to a different beat of WOW
While the majority of freshman will spend their WOW week playing name games, surfing or kayaking, the Mustang Band WOWies are up at 7 a.m. for band camp, rehearsing for their first gig.
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‘Confessions of a Love Junkie’ returns by popular demand
It’s like flicking on a light switch, co-creator and co-director of “Confessions of a Love Junkie” Zheila Pouraghabagher said. Once the shine circle is complete, she’s ready to perform; it’s go time. In two weeks, San Luis Obispo sees the return of “Confessions of a Love Junkie” at Alex and Faye Spanos Theater on Aug. 17 […]
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Meet the Multicultural Center: A source of knowledge and fun
An introduction to Cal Poly’s center for culture and diversity.
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A flavor of club for every taste
Anyone will tell you joining a club is the best way to meet new people. Fast friends come easily in college but friends that last need common interests. Clubs are a great place to begin. However, clubs aren’t just about meeting new people. It’s the best way to attach yourself with your campus and truly […]
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Explore the SLO Arts culture on a dime
Although San Luis Obispo is a small town, the art scene is prolific, alive, and affordable for students.
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New shop brings fresh batches
In the likes of the recent sweet shop openings such as Rocket Fizz and Sugar Daddy’s Bake Shop, it still seems San Luis Obispo has yet to satisfy its sweet tooth. Maybe Batch, an ice cream sandwich restaurant that opened last month, will do the trick. Specializing in homemade ice cream sandwiches, Batch was opened […]