Think twice before rushing to get a shot at the latest Instagram fad: it may be causing more harm than you think.
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Overheard at Cal Poly: Was someone listening?
Biochemistry freshman Adriana Yarkin thought she was the only bagpipe player at Cal Poly. As she practiced, electrical engineering freshman Sophie Guzules heard the music, opened the Facebook app on her phone and posted on the “Overheard at Cal Poly” page.
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Art exhibit “Girls Who Handle It” returns to the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art
As voices roared from within Pinkies Up salon, Megan Cali grew anxious at the front of a line that wrapped down the block. The venue was bursting with hundreds of people. Strangers and close friends alike stood pressed against each other’s backs, sides and shoulders. With hardly enough room to move, the liberal studies senior […]
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California law prohibits expulsion of former Lambda Chi Alpha member
The law prohibits California universities from disciplining students for speech that would be protected off campus.
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Parkland students and their social media activism reaches the Cal Poly community
Cal Poly students have been driven to action after the events in Parkland, Florida.
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‘Girls Who Handle It’ unveils the hardships behind a perfect smile
Freet’s senior project highlights the difference between the struggles we face and the way we present ourselves on social media.
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Facebook’s algorithm changed, but you can still prioritize your favorite news outlets
Here’s how to change your Facebook’s settings to show content from your favorite outlets first on your newsfeed.
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Trump and Twitter: This Bird Has Flown
Trump’s tweets may seem funny but we must recognize the vast and very real impact they have on our world.
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Instafamous: From student to social media celebrity
Cal Poly students optimize their social media presence by turning it into a business venture.
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Social media: Is it helping or hurting employment prospects?
In a world where it’s difficult to find a college student without multiple social media accounts, online presence plays a huge role in most facets of life, including the workplace. As students begin to search for jobs and internships, it’s important to recognize the impact these online profiles can have on employment. The National Association […]
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Behind the selfie: How social media can be a cry for help
Instagram posts can be a humble brag or a way to capture a memory. But other times, they’re a cry for help. Assistant Director of Community Prevention and Intervention Services Dr. Hannah Roberts said that even though social media can provide a sense of community by promoting mental health awareness, it can also harm those […]