The Manure is a satire column created to find the humor in the daily life of Cal Poly students. If you’re looking for news, this is not it. If you’re looking for sports, this is kind of it, because we’re having a ball. Malia Mundy is a journalism junior and a satire columnist for Mustang […]
Tag: party
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The SLOw night life: What to do after the party gets rolled early
Yes, it’s a bummer when the party gets rolled just as it gets going. Still, after some experience, I’ve learned that mourning a 9 p.m. shutdown is pointless. Instead, here are some tried-and-true alternatives for salvaging your weekend.
Posted inManure Satire
Six things to bring up during fraternity rush to guarantee a bid
Fraternity rush brings about the opportunity to meet lifelong friends, share unforgettable memories, and find a sense of belonging. With the second week of Cal Poly fraternity rush around the corner, here are a few tips that are guaranteed to boost your chances with the brothers.
Posted inOpinion
Why getting ready is the best part of going out
Let’s be real – while the clubs and bars promise unforgettable nights, the true highlight isn’t in those overpriced cocktails or crowded dance floors. It’s in these chaotic, intimate hours of preparation when you’re sprawled across your friend’s bed, trying on everything in her closet and belting out lyrics at full volume. I’m going to tell you exactly why these pre-party moments mean more than any night out ever could.
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‘Let it Rip’: How a party theme became the SLO Beyblades Club
It’s a Monday night in a dimly lit, eclectically decorated San Luis Obispo townhome. The hundred-year-old house has its quirks, like a doorknob that can’t seem to stay on – the first thing guests are warned about as they enter – and countless trinkets lining shelves throughout the home.
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“We’re not out of the woods:” The perception of COVID-19 safety and risk at Cal Poly
A survey distributed by Mustang News on Jan. 25 asked Cal Poly students to rate their risk level associated with activities college students typically engage in like attending gatherings, going out to eat or going for a walk. Mustang News sent the survey to 12 randomly-selected general education classes with at least 60 enrolled students.
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61 Cal Poly students confess to attending Pirates Cove gathering last weekend
Sixty-one Cal Poly students told the university that they were a part of the group of people congregating at Pirate’s Cove last Sunday, Vice President of Student Affairs Keith Humphrey wrote in a Facebook post. A Cal Poly Barstool post showed two women engaging in a mock football drill, where the crowd counted to three […]
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How students can avoid party-related fines with permanent city-wide program
The San Luis Obispo City Council unanimously approved a permanent Voluntary Party Registration program Tuesday, Oct. 16. The program, which was piloted last year, allows students and residents to register parties with the San Luis Obispo Police Department (SLOPD) to avoid party-related noise fines. How it works Students can register scheduled parties with SLOPD to […]
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Safety Enhancement Zone data shows decrease in citations issued
SLOPD saw decreases in minor in possession violations, noise citations and noise Disturbance Advisement Cards (DAC).
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Pilot party registration program gives a warning before a fine
The city council approved a program that will give residents 20 minutes to quiet down before police issue a citation.
Posted inCity, News
Keg registration unlikely to move forward
Resident groups in San Luis Obispo are suggesting a keg registration due to loud noises from Cal Poly students.