Sophie Corbett is a journalism sophomore. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang News. If you’ve been on Instagram in the last few months, then you’ve probably caught wind of the latest trend: infographics that discuss important social issues.…
Republicans should honor RBG’s dying wish
Sophie Corbett is a journalism sophomore and a Mustang News opinion columnist. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang News. Ruth Bader Ginsburg was an iconic political figure and a champion for gender equality. She was the second woman to…
More than Joe: Why your vote matters
With Nov. 3 rapidly approaching and the current state of our country, this year’s election may be one of the most pivotal to date, as many people’s livelihoods are on the line depending on who is elected to serve as our next president. Now, this time last year I didn’t think I would be advocating so hard for yet another straight, white, cisgender moderate male candidate (boooooorrrrrringggggg), yet here I am because I have to.
The Hoof: The greek life community responds to COVID-19
The Hoof is a satire column created to find the humor in the daily life of Cal Poly students. If you’re looking for news, this is not it. If you’re looking for sports, this is kind of it, because we’re…
Freshmen, get ready to pack your bags
Sophie Corbett is a journalism sophomore. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang News. It’s 2019. Your dorm room is finally complete and is decked out with a wall tapestry, fairy lights and a letter board. Mo Bamba is…
Letter to the Editor: Campus reopening plan puts health at risk
This letter was originally published online by the writers on August 19, 2020. On August 24, University Housing announced that they will only offer single dorm rooms. The views expressed in this letter do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang News. Dear Cal…
Letter to the Editor: My fellow students, when do we start asking for a president that does care?
“I wanted President Armstrong to apologize for his email after Russell rescinded and for not protecting rape victims. Instead, I was sent a link and a phone number to address my mental health.”
Letter to the Editor: Cal Poly administrators, acknowledge your history and do better
“As an undergraduate history student, I spent my spring quarter researching and writing about the queer history of San Luis Obispo, and my findings directly contradict the narrative portrayed in this email.”
Letter to the Editor: President Armstrong has utterly failed the Cal Poly community
Parker Swanson is a political science senior. His views expressed in this letter do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang News or Swanson’s affiliations. Trigger warning: Sexual assault, racism Dear Editor, I’m writing this in the wake of President Armstrong’s…
Letter to President Armstrong from Cal Poly faculty and staff
“The choice of Russell is highly controversial, and we are disturbed at the irregularities in the hiring process that led to this outcome.”
Farewell letter from the 2018-2020 Editor in Chief
It’s not often that a graduating class moves into the world amid a pandemic and nationwide unrest. Uncertainty is everywhere and we are collectively grappling with issues that do not have clear answers. But I believe no class in history…