Declan Molony is a 2021 Cal Poly graduate. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang News. My senior year of high school I attended the Cal Poly Rodeo. It was filled with horseback jumps, obstacle courses, drunk college students…
Coronavirus canceled the 80th Poly Royal, but the work that went into it was a labor of love
Child development senior Kassidy Hamer has ridden horses since before she can remember. Following in her parents’ footsteps of riding, farming and ranching, she continued the legacy as a part of the renowned rodeo team at Cal Poly. “[Riding is]…
Headliner announced for 80th annual Poly Royal Rodeo
The nation’s largest collegiate rodeo is celebrating its 80th anniversary with country superstar Carly Pearce headlining the second night. Pearce was nominated for Country Music Association’s Artist of the Year in 2019 and her hit “Every Little Thing” was number…
New civil engineering-construction management minor to begin fall 2019
Cal Poly announced the new heavy civil construction minor, courtesy of a $5 million donation from the Granite, Caterpillar and Beaver Charitable Trust.
The 79th annual Poly Royal Rodeo is right around the corner
The highly anticipated rodeo event is almost ready to shine during this Open House weekend.
Cal Poly Rodeo Team hosts benefit for Jack’s Helping Hand
In 2017, two Cal Poly seniors used their connections to create an event to give back to the San Luis Obispo community. Their successful senior project has now turned into an annual charity event helping the local non-profit, Jack’s Helping…
Country artists Casey Donahew and Chancey Williams to perform at Poly Royal
Country musicians Casey Donahew and Chancey Williams and the Younger Brothers Band will perform at Cal Poly in April during the 79th annual Poly Royal Rodeo. Casey Donahew Donahew will headline Poly Royal with a Saturday, April 13 performance. The…
Students learn to wrestle bulls, tie cows in rodeo class
Cal Poly’s Theory and Practice of Rodeo class (AG 243) does not meet in the classroom — not even once. The students gather at the rodeo grounds and spend each class working with Ben Londo, the coach of Cal Poly’s rodeo team.
15-Minute Update: President Armstrong puts a pause on Greek life and find out why a camel was visiting Cal Poly
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Genetically diseased horse will not affect upcoming sale
The hereditary disease could have affected 16 of 25 foals up for sale.
Rodeo team freshman loses thumb while tying horse, airlifted to hospital
The recovering freshman plans to compete in rodeo events again this fall and eventually compete in nationals.