Cal Fire San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly, and California State Parks conducted a prescribed burn at Cal Poly’s Escuela Ranch as part of a vegetation management plan. About 30 acres were intentionally burned to improve fire safety, restore ecosystem health, and give students hands-on wildfire training. Students trained alongside state professionals and helped plan, conduct, […]
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Learn by Harvesting: How Brookshire Farms is Teaching Students About Agriculture
When fall fun ends at Brookshire Farms, the 4.5-acre corn maze becomes a classroom for Cal Poly agriculture students learning how to harvest. Brookshire Farms co-owner Shawn Callaway shares how the farm’s partnership with Cal Poly gives students real-world experience working in the field – literally. Reporter Chloë Schauermann brings us the story.
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Vinyl Revival: Record Swap Brings Analog Back to SLO
Music lovers packed SLO Brew Rock for the return of the SLO Record Swap, an all-ages vinyl fair presented by Traffic Records. The Oct. 12 event featured more than a dozen vendors, guest DJs, and keynote speaker Gene Aguilera, who celebrated the sounds of East L.A. amid a day of crate-digging and community. Reporter Felix […]
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A Purr-fect Match: The Adoption Journey In SLO
On October 11th, the Cal Poly Cat Program hosted an adoption event to help find furry friends a new owner. However, it’s not always easy to connect the kittens with a forever home, especially in a college town. Reporter Makena Locsin has more.
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How CalFresh cuts are hurting student budgets
The last thing students need is the challenge of paying for groceries. Between federal budget cuts and an overworked system, getting aid for food has never been more difficult.
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Cal Poly Rodeo hosts 5th Annual Break-a-Wave
Cal Poly Rodeo hosted their 5th annual Break-a-wave event in partnership with Outriders Presents. Break-a-wave is a fundraising event for the Cal Poly Rodeo team where they do a rodeo on the beach. Rodeo athletes participated in bucking and break-a-way events in Pismo Beach.
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From teaching math to joining the U.S. National Paraclimbing team: A Q&A with Professor Dylan Retsek
Cal Poly math professor Dylan Retsek secured a spot on the U.S. National Paraclimbing Team. A year ago, Retsek was an avid recreational climber, but after a chance meeting with paraclimbing champion Maureen Beck, he felt inspired to join the U.S. National Team.
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Game Recap: Cal Poly Baseball Outscores Utah Valley
Cal Poly baseball earned their first series sweep since 2019, winning all three games against the Utah Valley Wolverines this past weekend at Baggett Stadium. Showcasing Cal Poly’s top highlights from Friday, March 5 Mustang News Video Reporter Matthew Bornhorst brings you your baseball recap.
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MN NOW: Thursday, February 18, 2021
Mustang News reporter Brady Caskey brings you this week’s top stories… City Council To Review Use of Teargas Cal Poly Kicks Off COVID-19 Saliva Testing
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Crafting at Cal Poly
Knitting, designing, selling, crafting. Staying creative during a pandemic can be hard, but for some students it’s a livelihood. Mustang News video reporters spoke to Astrid Herrera and Carmel Johnson, two Cal Poly students who are using their art to make the most out of their time at home.
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MN NOW: Thursday, February 11, 2021
Mustang News reporter Sofia Silvia brings you this week’s top stories: CSU Chancellor Said Vaccines Likely Not Required Two Clinics Closed Due to Vaccines Shortages Cal Poly Student Starts His Own Candle Company