I really hope that Jessica Potter’s letter was meant to be sarcastic. If not, it is her way of thinking that women have fought for so long and hard to change. First, why on earth would she attend a university such as Cal Poly, a university that is so highly esteemed that it can not […]
How to use a degree
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To my kid's future teacher
First of all, Miss Jessica Potter, you would be damn lucky to have the honor and privilege of baby-sitting one of my children. And based on your letter, I wouldn’t be surprised if that turned out to be the highlight of your life. If you and your liberal studies colleagues don’t mind being anything more […]
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I was being sarcastic!
In response to the harsh attacks on Facebook, I would like to apologize to all of the liberal studies majors who did not get that my letter to the editor on Halloween was completely sarcastic. I was sick of two things, being called an MRS major, and the CP Salsa editorials. Jessica Potter Liberal studies […]
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The lamest generation
Mariecar Mendoza I know it. You know it. Scantily-clad, beer-soaked witches know it. We are boring. I discovered the truth this weekend, during the annual San Luis Slutty Nurse/Schoolgirl Convention – I mean, Halloween. During one party, deep into the spirit of All Hallow’s Eve and Pabst Blue Ribbon, I stumbled into the following conversation: […]
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Q&A with The Juliana Theory
Mariecar Mendoza (MM) Mariecar Mendoza, Diversions Editor (BD) Brett Detar, vocalist/guitarist/keyboardist for The Juliana Theory (MM) What’s your favorite song on the new album? (BD) My favorite song is probably the hidden track “Her Velvet Voice” and maybe also “French Kiss Off,” which is the last track on the album. An interesting story, maybe […]
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Organic, energetic and purely TJT
Rose Jerome In the words of one of The Juliana Theory’s (TJT) new songs, “Hold on tight now for the ride of your life” because the rock quintet is coming to Downtown Brew. Creeping up on their decade-long journey as a band, TJT will perform at 8 p.m. today with openers Jamison Parker, June and […]
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Politics, values and our future
Tyler Middlestadt As years slip by and our generation ages its way into the voting class, it is imperative that we take a hands-on approach to shaping the future. The days of complacency, apathy and disengagement are numbered, and the longer we wait to engage, the harder we’ll have to fight to secure a future […]
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Men's soccer falls to 0-8 in Big West play
The Cal Poly men’s soccer team bounced back after a scoreless first quarter and took three shots in the second half, but eventually lost 4-2 to the UC Irvine Saturday at Irvine. Cal Poly’s defense was insufficient as they allowed 20 shots by the Anteaters, 10 of which were on goal. “Saturday night we were […]
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Player Spotlight: Sierra Simmons, women's soccer, defender
kiel carreau With the Cal Poly women’s soccer team’s loss to rival UC Santa Barbara Friday, the team also lost its bid to enter the Big West champion tournament. Kinesiology senior Sierra Simmons spoke to the Mustang Daily about her experiences with the team and at Cal Poly. Mustang Daily: I know it was a […]
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All the way from Stuttgart, Germany
michael mullady Wolfgang Gartner was a man torn between two worlds. After receiving his Bachelor of Arts in English literature, the idea of playing professional soccer outshined his desire to become a teacher. His decision led him to nine seasons of professional soccer and later to a coaching job teaching men’s soccer. Gartner came to […]
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Face Your "F.E.A.R."
Ryan Chartrand The lights go dim as I stumble into an elevator. The door quickly slams shut as my heart tries to stop me from thinking. I quickly reload my assault rifle and try to shield myself in the corner. My breath gets louder and I know I cannot wait any longer. They will find […]