Tyler Middlestadt It’s tough being a student these days. We’ve got midterms and quizzes to study for; readings and homework to finish; fees, parking permits and textbooks to pay for; and then we’ve got to search for a parking space or hope to get a seat on the bus. With all these things to worry […]
ASI draws students backstage
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Frankly Speaking 2-15-06
Frank Stranzl Stop the presses! You had better grab a seat for this one – the United States upset – gasp! – that’s right upset the defending gold medalists, Norway, in curling! Did I read it in Obscure Sports Quarterly? Maybe on ESPN8 “The Ocho”? No, it was at NBCOlympics.com where I discovered this tidbit […]
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Hidden tales and sworn secrets of the Mustang Maniacs
It’s late evening on a Friday in October. You and that special person are wrapped in scarves, walking towards the football stadium at Cal Poly. Although no alcohol is allowed, the cheering crowd is getting drunk on something else: mustang spirit, driven in large part by the Mustang Maniacs. “Our goal is to promote pride […]
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'80 Olympics eluded Cal Poly coach
Joe Sargent The Torino Olympics started Friday with a favored American team leading the way. Four years of hard work culminate into 16 days of intense rivalry as athletes from around the globe convene on the greatest of stages for athletic competition. It is the moment many have dreamed of, and the greatest achievement a […]
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'Pink Panther' is more of a yawn than a meow
Ryan Chartrand It’s amazing to think that there are a whopping 10 “The Pink Panther” films. It’s even more amazing to think that Steve Martin thought “Cheaper by the Dozen 2” was a good idea. With his career dwindling down and his hair still making his age as ambiguous as ever, Martin decided to take […]
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A journey to India
caitlin donnell I woke up to a musty aroma that was so pungent and sharp, that it roused me out of bed. I peered out my porthole that morning from the ship and knew ” we had arrived in India. I had overslept and missed my usual tradition of waking before dawn on mornings that […]
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LGBT celebrates same- sex handholding day
James Mellor Valentine’s Day is traditionally a day to express love – even through something as simple as holding hands. Cal Poly’s Pride Alliance Center: LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) student group has organized a Valentine’s Day event, Same Sex Handholding Day, to raise awareness on campus for these individuals. “Basically, it raises awareness that […]
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V-Day to-do list for singles
“When’s Valentine’s Day again?” my friend asked. “It’s today,” I said disparagingly. Well, at least I’m not the only one who’s going to be spending the day without a significant other. The romantic ambiance that sets Valentine’s Day apart from any other day of the year is pure blasphemy! There, I said it – precisely […]
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Dread and disappointment on V-Day
February 14, 2006 – Ah Valentine’s Day. A day of carefree romance. A day when couples and lovers everywhere can hold hands with their partner and exchange gifts of flowers, candy or a simple card in honor of their love and commitment to each other. Images of heart-shaped boxes filled with chocolate, memories of young […]
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Valentine's Day: Don't hate, speed date
The critics of Valentine’s Day make claims that the holiday is too sappy, too hyped-up and too commercialized. In fact, I think there’s a lot of truth to these claims. During the last week, I have seen commercials on TV to buy jewelry and candy. There was even a particularly annoying one about a stuffed […]
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Mustangs take two-of-three from Loyola
Sophomore right-hander Evan Reed pitched five scoreless innings for his first victory of the season and junior catcher Matt Canepa had three hits and an RBI to lift Cal Poly to a 5-1 victory over Loyola Marymount in the final game of a three-game non-conference baseball series Sunday afternoon at George C. Page Stadium. The […]