Kaylie Wang is an English sophomore and opinion columnist for Mustang News. The opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang Media Group. Each day, students face the choice of whether to eat at Brunch or Streets at Vista Grande. Other students do not have the privilege of this choice. Individuals […]
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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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The Housing Hunt: Mustang Village is a solid option for an off-campus apartment
As you complete my five step checklist for the housing search, you will probably stumble upon Mustang Village as one of your housing options after doing some Google searching or asking literally anyone where they live. Indeed, Mustang Village is a popular choice for Cal Poly students’ off-campus housing.
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Zipcar is my favorite way of zippin’ around town
Finding a way to get off-campus is difficult and inconvenient for students without cars, especially first-years. I’ve found Zipcar, despite it’s flaws, to be the best method of transportation.
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Let yourself spend ‘lizard time’ in the sun to feel rejuvenated
More students should take advantage of the sunny weather. Even if you’re too busy to be in the sun for hours or lying out in the sun to tan or playing spikeball doesn’t sound appealing to you, I want to remind you: being in the sun for even a short time can make you feel photosynthesized and rejuvenated.
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A Boogie Wit da Hoodie concert shows Cal Poly needs to improve its event management
Kaylie Wang is an English freshman and Mustang News opinion columnist. The opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang Media Group. I was absolutely thrilled, as were many other students, when I first heard about the free A Boogie Wit da Hoodie concert: great music, it’s on campus and I […]
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Student app brings Poly Canyon history to life, aids efforts to revive the canyon
Parker Jones created an app to document the history of Poly Canyon, which features 31 student-built structures from past competitions, and has helped the college’s fundraising efforts to revive the canyon and bring back the caretaker program.
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As college costs rise, why Cal Poly continues to attract record numbers of applicants
The value of a college degree is increasingly under scrutiny. Yet, amidst this changing landscape, Cal Poly stands out as a notable exception. The university is attracting more students than ever and is far from experiencing a decline in interest. Why is it that Cal Poly is still so attractive if college in general is losing the appeal?
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Students have reported a shift in study abroad experiences with the pandemic: here’s how
Many Cal Poly students study abroad at some point during their college career and may begin to envision this process as early as freshman year. These plans, however, shifted during the pandemic. Now with a better understanding of the circumstances created by the pandemic, students are relearning how to navigate studying abroad. Before the World […]
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Listen: Cal Poly professor hosts event to help kids with cancer
On Nov. 19, the fourth annual Bash Cancer Fest was held at the Red Barn in Los Osos to raise money for kids battling cancer. This event was a family-friendly function featuring a silent auction, wine, food, bouncy houses and live band performances from 12 to 5 p.m. All of the proceeds funded a local […]
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Sonya Renee Taylor gives message of “radical self-love” at Change the Status Quo conference
At the 19th annual Change the Status Quo Social Justice Leadership Conference, keynote speaker Sonya Renee Taylor relayed a message of “radical self-love.”