Erin Yarwood 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. The Hoof is a satire column created to find humor in the daily life of Cal Poly students. If you’re looking for news, this is not it. If […]
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All aboard the Amtrak, an enjoyable experience on tracks
So far, the Amtrak has been my favorite way to get home because of its affordability and the fun experience.
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Cal Poly students struggle with persistent bus overcrowding, unreliable schedules
Students on SLO Transit’s bus lines continue to face overcrowding, due to a nationwide bus driver shortage and low wages, with the issue still not fully recovered since the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Resilience in the face of fear: SLO County prepares amid Trump’s immigration policies
When President Donald Trump announced his immigration enforcement policies, Echevarria was filled with fear — not just for herself, but for her community.
Posted inen Español
Conectando con las raíces culturales a través del Folklórico en Cal Poly
Read the English version here. El 23 de febrero, varios grupos de danza en Cal Poly participaron en Illuminate, una competencia de danza a nivel nacional. Muchos grupos, como el club de danza folklórica, aprovecharon esta oportunidad para traer cultura y tradición a la comunidad universitaria. En Cal Poly, la danza folklórica sirve como un […]
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How Cal Poly’s international players are finding their footing in Division I basketball
When freshman Ana Moleon Hidalgo first got on a call with Cal Poly’s recruiting staff, she was listening for good news and translating in real time for her parents. As the coaches laid out their vision for her, she paused between sentences, relaying everything in Spanish so her parents could follow along. Still not fully […]
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Luka Wick’s battle to get back on the Cal Poly Wrestling mat
On the second day of the U23 World Team Wrestling trials, Luka Wick’s body was fighting against him. His already sore hip screamed out in frustration as he limped on an elliptical, but he had no choice but to carry on. Day two of the trials came, but Wick was in too much pain to […]
Posted inOpinion
SLO is doing bike safety right – for those that stick around long enough
The city’s bike lane plans are not only influenced by the pursuit of public safety but is also in tune with the city’s climate action plan. It reminded me how lucky I am to live in a place that prioritizes these issues. The city even has its own committee dedicated to increasing the amount of bikers and walkers in the jurisdiction.
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Performing at Illuminate, a showcase uniting cultural dance communities
This is a cross-published piece with KCPR, more information can be found here. In a nook of the recreational center to the loading docks between buildings, Cal Poly’s dance teams spent months perfecting their steps to match the beat of the music and every single pointed toe. Their dedication will culminate in one moment: the drawing […]
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The Globetrotter’s Guide to Studying Abroad: horror stories
Going abroad isn’t all sunshine and rainbows, despite the overwhelmingly positive things people have to say about it. Is it an incredible one-in-a-lifetime experience? Definitely. Does that mean it’ll be easy? Definitely not.
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‘Rhythms of Resilience’ celebrates Black History Month through dance
This past weekend, the College of Liberal Arts Student Diversity Committee hosted a dance workshop in honor of Black History Month called ‘Rhythms of Resilience.’ Reporter Emmy Burrus spoke to some of the instructors and an event organizer to find out which dances they taught.