By being actively involved at Cal Poly, students learn that they are capable of making significant impacts on policy or public opinion. This sense of autonomy and ability to self-advocate is extremely important to gain early on, as it promotes a future of taking action instead of settling for complacency.
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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.
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Don’t give professor ratings too much power over your schedule
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. Half way through last summer, I made the mistake of looking up my professor’s ratings. I was sitting in a cafe with my friend while she was registering […]
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Valentine’s Day gifts should be more specific: something to fit your partner’s preferred love language
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. It’s that time of year again! Time to equate our love into a plastic box of chocolates and a last-minute card bought from Walgreens. Or not! We’re adults now, […]
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El simple ha ido
Addie Uhl es una estudiante de estudios interdisciplinarios del tercer año y reportera bilingüe de Mustang News. Las opiniones expresadas en este artículo no reflejan necesariamente las de Mustang Media Group. Necesitamos mudarnos de un lugar a otro. Es parte de la vida. En Cal Poly, mudamos clase a clase, clase a casa, deportes a […]
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El Verano de Juventud
Addie Uhl is an Interdisciplinary Studies sophomore and a Bilingual reporter for Mustang News. The opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang Media Group. Cuando era joven, el verano llevaba un sentimiento de alegría por completo. El verano, significaba comer helados, nadar en las piscinas y no levantarse hasta el […]
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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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You should practice daily gratitude
If I could implement one daily practice into each of my loved ones’ lives, it would be daily gratitude. Every night for the past two years, I have opened a tiny little notebook and written down ten things I am grateful for that day in bullet points.
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Let’s talk about why you wear your Blundstones
In American slang, an individual who is “granola” is visibly outdoors. The aesthetic often involves sporting brands such as Patagonia, Blundstone, REI, Teva and more, all while exploring picturesque places. Surfing Instagram is a good way to determine if someone fits the bill.
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Tits: Explained
Terminology is crucial for laying the foundation of any feminist issue. And what could be more feminist than conducting discourse about the right way to refer to a pair of breasts?
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On the killing floor: Watching a cow slaughter for the first time
I had recently been critically exploring my relationship with food. Rather than going through the motions of eating, I wanted to be in tune with what I ate, where it came from and how it made me feel.