Life experiences, like traveling and meeting new people from diverse backgrounds, hold value that cannot be quantified by the black ink on a resume.
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Posted inOpinion
Is Cal Poly’s high-achieving culture a blessing or a burden?
The expectation to maintain high grades, be involved in extracurriculars, stay physically active and have an exciting social life creates a culture where students push themselves to the limit. But is this drive beneficial, or does it lead to burnout?
Posted inLetters to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: A guide to thriving in a Washington D.C. internship
Jonah Shulman is a 2024 Cal Poly graduate. The opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang Media Group. My fellow Mustangs, are you looking for a challenging professional experience that pushes you beyond your comfort zone? Curious about seeing the fast-paced world of politics up close? My congressional internship taught […]
Posted inFeatures
Cal Poly interns take on their first harvest
It’s 9 a.m. and the morning air is infused with the aroma of fermenting grapes. In a tucked-away corner of Cal Poly, a crate brimming with green grapes is starting its journey to become a bottle of Chardonnay. The freshly picked fruits move from Cal Poly’s Trestle Vineyards on campus into the grape-stained hands of […]
Posted inCover Story
Spilling trauma: Students from marginalized backgrounds feel pressured to write about hardship
Isabella Carrera remembers not having nearby space to run around or enjoy the outdoors growing up in Panorama City, California. The lack of green space — which includes parks and outdoor community areas — is an accessibility issue that heavily impacts urban, low-income communities. One day, Carrera wants to own a landscape architecture firm to […]
Posted inCareer Fair
Five things not to say to an employer
Approaching employers can be nerve-racking. Here’s some tips on how to do it the right way.
Posted inNews
Graduates go the road less traveled
Life after graduation is supposed to be full of mundane responsibilities, a “big-kid” job and a general resignation to adult life, right?
Not always.