This is a cross-published piece with KCPR, more information can be found here. The sounds of clattering pans, opening oven doors and students weaving around one another filled the communal spaces of Sequoia Hall on Nov. 9. What started as a simple idea between roommates quickly evolved into a full dorm-wide Friendsgiving — one that brought together […]
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Cal Poly’s Chase the mustang bids farewell with a final gallop
The Cal Poly Football team mascot, Chase the mustang, retired after a final run on the field Saturday. Unrelated to Musty the Mustang, the costumed, human mascot, Chase served as the university’s athletic mascot for over a decade, galloping without a rider across the green to welcome the crowd. The mustang completed his final glory […]
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The revival of Club 91 after five-year hiatus
This is a cross-published piece with KCPR, more information can be found here. Disclaimer: KCPR is a part of Mustang Media Group, the umbrella organization for Mustang News. The reporter who wrote this story is not involved with the planning or promotion for Club 91. The year was 2004. The sound of electronic dance music […]
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What is Mott Magic? The secret behind Cal Poly Volleyball’s one-year home winning streak
Cal Poly Volleyball is on one of the longest ongoing home winning streaks in collegiate volleyball with an over a year-long 18-game home winning streak, dating back to Oct. 25, 2024.Â
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Cal Poly’s AI-powered Digital Democracy wins Emmy for revealing hidden legislative processes
Cal Poly’s AI-powered journalism platform, Digital Democracy, won an Emmy for helping journalists uncover how California lawmakers quietly block bills without public votes, and is a model for how technology and collaboration can revive local reporting and democratic accountability.
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From sketches to a global brand: Cal Poly speaker Stuart Weitzman embodies ‘Learn by Doing’
Stuart Weitzman, founder of the luxury shoe company Stuart Weitzman, spoke at Cal Poly about his unconventional journey to success, emphasizing the importance of taking risks, building a passionate community, and learning by doing.
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SLO’s Box Art Program celebrates 15 years of public creativity
The SLO Box Art Program, the oldest box art program in California, is celebrating its 15th anniversary with 20 new artworks that celebrate SLO’s cultural and historic districts, featuring artists of all ages and skill levels.
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A Cal Poly student spent two summers in Palestine. Here’s what he learned
This is a cross-published piece with KCPR, more information can be found here. Political science and journalism senior Charlie Nichols spent time living in the West Bank the past two summers. He documented life in the West Bank and the greater conflict in Palestine. Mustang News Managing Editor Jeremy Garza and News Editor Carly Heltzel sat […]
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Cal Poly students conduct prescribed burn with state and federal agencies
Cal Poly students, in collaboration with California State Parks, CAL FIRE and U.S. Forest Service, conducted a 26-acre prescribed burn at the university’s Escuela Ranch to learn about and experience the benefits of prescribed burns.
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‘You belong here’: Front Porch renovation had community in mind
Front Porch, a free coffee shop near Cal Poly campus, recently underwent a renovation to accommodate its growing student population and provide a more inviting space for students to connect and collaborate.
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Poker without the stakes: A community league thrives in downtown SLO
BA Start Taproom and Eatery in San Luis Obispo hosts the Sunshine Poker League every Sunday, offering a community-focused poker game with the goal of bringing people together and supporting local businesses.