When food science sophomore Fionna Fahey flexes her right bicep, she displays strength in more ways than one. Inked inside of her arm is the image of a woman with roses growing on her bare body where smaller, younger girls are watering them. Initially, Fahey wanted the tattoo for two main reasons: the drawing was […]
Tattoos with a feminist flare
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Football’s worst start in fifteen years
The Cal Poly football team lost their sixth straight game after falling to Idaho State 38-34 at Holt Arena in Pocatello, Idaho. This marks the team’s worst start since 2002 when they also started 0-5. The Mustangs took a 14-point lead with three-and-a-half minutes left in the third quarter, but were outscored 21-3 for the […]
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A push away from parking
Parking can be a struggle for Cal Poly students, but for Cal Poly University Police Department (UPD) Associate Director Marlene Cramer, it’s an opportunity for students to explore alternate forms of transportation. With more than 7,000 parking spaces on campus, it’s difficult to make decisions for the greater good of all individuals coming to campus, […]
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Smile and Nod adds two new members to its team
Smile and Nod, Cal Poly’s comedy improvisation team, watched over 70 students audition for new spots on their team Sept. 22 and 23. Despite a sprained ankle and a first-time audition, Jade Sigmund and Grace Trotta made the final cut. Sigmund and Trotta had different experiences in terms of their auditions. Communication studies sophomore Sigmund […]
Posted inEditorials
Mustang News transitions from biweekly to weekly print edition
Naba Ahmed is a journalism senior and the editor-in-chief of Mustang News. Mustang News is evolving. While maintaining a digital-first mentality, Mustang News has transitioned from a biweekly print edition to a weekly paper. Every Tuesday, our tabloid-style paper will be on stands, featuring top stories in news, arts, sports and opinion. With a single […]
Posted inCross-country
Hutchins and Boyal eye nationals invitation, Bilo redshirting
Men’s Cross Country — a deep lineup Both Swarnjit Boyal and Clayton Hutchins, two seniors on the men’s team, both have the same goal for their team this year: go to nationals. Last year in regionals, the Mustangs were four points away from making nationals. According to Boyal, that’s the difference between a few runners […]
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Keeping authenticity alive: Local vintage shop brings community and vendors together
If there’s one word that Ruby Rose owner, Stephanie Hendry, lives by, it’s “authentic.” To be authentic means to be genuine in nature. To be authentic means to be true to the core, regardless of any obstacles that may arise. From the apparel on mannequins to paintings on the walls, Ruby Rose is the purest […]
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WOW Club Showcase gives smaller clubs a chance to shine
On Sept. 17, Week of Welcome (WOW) Club Showcase was held on Cal Poly’s campus and while all clubs are welcome, the event is very important to smaller clubs who want to grow in numbers. The 2017 WOW Club Showcase involved over 300 different student-run organizations trying to recruit a crowd of mostly freshman. While […]
Posted inPoly Playbook
Poly Playbook: October 2, 2017
Poly Playbook anchor Isel Longoria has all the updates you need this week for Cal Poly athletics.
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From student to soldier: An inside look at the ROTC program
2nd Lt. Katherine Holst commissioned through Cal Poly’s ROTC program and learned many lessons during her time as a cadet.
Posted inMustang News TV
15- Minute update: Accounting club hosts charity event , Gender Equity Center hosts Women’s Welcome, and Archaeology Day is celebrated
Mustang News anchors Haley Pryde and Daniel Sanchez have today’s top stories.