Over a month after announcing the discontinuation of the Cal Poly swim and dive program, athletic director Don Oberhelman made his first public comments on the move. He cited multiple issues, including budget reduction, the House v. NCAA settlement and Cal Poly’s large number of sports offerings. “It’s painful,” said Oberhelman in a video on […]
Cal Poly Athletic Director breaks silence on swim and dive team discontinuation
Posted inOpinion
The financial benefits of student government positions should be advertised
John Washington is a journalism senior and opinion columnist for Mustang News. The opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang Media Group. From Tuesday through Thursday this week, students can vote for next year’s ASI president and Board of Directors through the Cal Poly Portal. Although I’m graduating this June […]
Posted inMonday Manure - Satire
Cal Poly admissions process now replaced by Hunger Games competition
Starting in 2026, Cal Poly’s admissions process will no longer be based on academic achievement, extracurriculars, or hours of community service. As of today, all Cal State schools have agreed to replace the admissions process with a Hunger Games competition!
Posted inMonday Manure - Satire
Student in mental counseling after saying “You too” to a professor who wished them good luck on their midterm
Cal Poly freshman Herbert Van Jeffy is confirmed through new reports to be locked in a psychiatric ward after saying something so absurd that he could only be perceived as insane.
Posted inMonday Manure - Satire
Fire alarm in engineering dorms celebrated as many students have their first social interaction of the academic year
What started as a simple fire drill in the Red Brick Dorms has turned into a beacon of hope for the loneliest among us.
Posted inNews
Student fees fund full-ride scholarship for ASI president, despite lack of student awareness
Ashleigh Spragins won the ASI presidency with about 2,000 votes last year. The elections are determined by students, who also pay a mandatory fee that funds 100% of the ASI president’s cost of education and living. “Students know they pay fees, but I don’t know if they know which fees they’re paying and where that […]
Posted inOpinion
Pics or it didn’t happen: Why do we need to constantly “capture the moment?”Â
Coined as “capturing the moment,” Gen Z’s addiction to taking photos is not a new point of discussion. Thousands of photos render their way into our digital albums, but the mentality behind our endless camera roll is not as deluded as some would assume.Â
Posted inMNTV
“The lifeblood of the economy”: Cal Poly faculty join higher education movement
This is a cross-published piece with KCPR, more information can be found here. Cal Poly joined over 100 universities across the country on April 17 for a National Day of Action for Higher Education. Students and faculty protested state budget cuts and free speech restrictions on campus. Cal Poly economics lecturer Solina Lindahl said that despite a 34% […]
Posted inWomen's Tennis
Cal Poly drops final match to UC Santa Barbara, fall short of Big West No. 1 seed
No. 51 Cal Poly Women’s Tennis walked into a hostile and rowdy Arnhold Tennis Center on Saturday afternoon. The bleachers and tennis garden were filled with UC Santa Barbara fans as it was the Gauchos’ senior day. The afternoon began with team and player introductions led by the legendary Wayne Bryan, all decked out in […]
Posted inSports
Cal Poly Softball swept by UC San Diego, battling through tough rebuilding season
Cal Poly softball walked off the field Friday night at Bob Janssen Field after yet another lopsided loss, adding to a season filled with obstacles. The defeat marked their fourth straight loss, extending a streak reflecting the ongoing challenges of a rebuilding year. With the season nearing its end, the Cal Poly softball team is […]
Posted inBeach Volleyball
Cal Poly Beach Volleyball dominates at Lone Star Invite
After going 1-3 at the Center of Effort Challenge last weekend, Cal Poly Beach Volleyball looked to bounce back at the Lone Star Invitational on Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19. The Mustangs were given some of their toughest tests of the season at the Center of Effort as they took on No. 1 […]