Find the English version here. Traducido por Isabella Beltran. Nota del editor: Cualquier persona involucrada en la cobertura de noticias de la elección de ASI no estuvo involucrada con este respaldo. Este respaldo no refleja necesariamente los pensamientos de los miembros del Mustang Media Group. La junta de Respaldos está compuesta por el Editor Gerente Jeremy […]
Category: Opinion
Posted inOpinion
Keeping nightlife alive is vital to downtown SLO
Live music is losing its sense of belonging in San Luis Obispo, and putting a noise ordinance on bars like Libertine only pushes it further out of the community. What other spaces are available for the arts and emerging house bands to debut?
Posted inOpinion
Endorsement: Tanner Schinderle presents an expansive vision for what ASI President can be
The Mustang News’ Endorsement Board encourages Cal Poly students to vote for Tanner Schinderle for ASI President, citing his experience and vision for increased services for students.
Posted inOpinion
Reflections on the rodeo as a first-timer
There is quite a reputation behind the Poly Royal Rodeo, because I first heard about the rodeo in high school. After attending the Friday night rodeo, I can confidently say it was an entertaining night that lassoed me in. I was so amazed by the Cal Poly rodeo team seniors and graduate students as they showcased their skills.
Posted inOpinion
My hot takes on college dating: Warnings and ways to spend your limited time
Madeline Kuhns is a journalism senior and Mustang News opinion columnist. The opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang Media Group. If I could write a letter to freshman year Madeline and tell her the excitement, heartbreak and surprises of her college dating life, I think her jaw would plummet […]
Posted inSatire
jdawg says: act nonchalant
i’ve been watching the jfk jr. and carolyn bassette show and listening to faye webster through wired headphones. i’ve been trying so hard to mog that my jaw is getting stiff. i came to the realization that i need to calm down. a little crush and the impending doom of unemployment have me in shambles […]
Posted inOpinion
Every student should vote at ASI elections, they impact us more than we think
Students should vote in the ASI elections to ensure that their student fees are being used in their best interest, as the elected leaders represent them and advocate for their needs.
Posted inVoices
Gen Z has a battle between purity and partying
Like other generations, Gen Z has unique trends. From championing acceptance and social justice in 2020 to becoming obsessed with “looksmaxxing” in 2025, there is no denying we tend to contradict ourselves.
Now, there is a new dilemma among us: is it better to lead a “pure” life or have fun while we’re young?
Posted inOpinion
On-campus reproductive healthcare is more important than you might think
Accessible and comprehensive reproductive healthcare is fundamental not only to personal freedom but also to basic health and preventative medical care. Without it, these basic rights become conditional.
Posted inOpinion
The Cal State system has an enrollment problem
This distinction reveals a growing divide within the Cal State system. While imperfect, SB 640 represents a necessary adjustment to a system that can no longer rely on uniform admissions policies to serve campuses with vastly different capacities. Some campuses are working to attract students to stay stable, while others continue to turn away qualified applicants.
Posted inManure Satire
Five reasons you need to keep buying more clothes
Get in girls, we’re going shopping. Why? Because I have nothing to wear. My closet, which is full, actually contains nothing. It is stocked with beautiful yet horrible clothes that nobody should ever buy, but also that I will never ever get rid of.
I can feel your judgment from here. Yes, I own five pairs of black leggings, but they are completely, fundamentally, legally distinct clothing items. One is high-waisted, one is flared, one has pockets. You would not ask someone why they own both a fork and a spoon. I am asking for that same basic human respect.