Espresso yourself with newest, biggest Starbucks drink size

Less than one month after its release in select states including California, Starbucks’ new 31-ounce drink size is causing a stir among media outlets, some of whom call the beverage “massive” and even “worrisome.”

The aid is near: deadline for FAFSA applications approaching

The last day for students to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is looming, and with it, their last chance to apply for government-funded financial aid for the upcoming school year.

The potential solving power of capital

Eric Baldwin is an electrical engineering senior and Mustang Daily libertarian columnist.

Recent crimes don’t reflect statistics

Justin Hirsch, a 21-year-old San Luis Obispo resident, was walking downtown at approximately 2:40 a.m. Feb. 6 when a man attacked him, stabbing him multiple times. He doesn’t remember exactly where he was stabbed downtown — he was too busy…

Angela Oh explores race relations with storytelling

Race relations in America are a never-ending battle, but civil rights activist Angela Oh believes in fighting to the death to find a solution to America’s racial tensions.

CSUs pushed to admit local students

The Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) encourages California State University (CSU) campuses to give priority admission to local prospective students. But not every campus is complying.

Smoke and mirrors: SLO smoking ban doesn’t apply to campus

Despite the May 2010 smoking ordinance in San Luis Obispo, smoking in public places continues to occur, especially on the Cal Poly campus.

Registration frustration strikes

Registration for spring classes started Feb. 11, leaving many Cal Poly students worried about not getting their necessary classes.

When eating healthy becomes disorderly

Graduating college made Devon Nespica decide to get help for her bulimia nervosa. It wasn’t when she blacked out from taking too many diet pills or from exhaustion after going to the gym several times a day or when she…

I wanna hold your hand: LGBTQIA march crosses campus

To promote equality for the LGBTQIA community, a group of students participated in the 11th annual Same Gender Hand Holding March from Dexter Lawn to the University Union (UU) Feb. 15 during UU hour.

KCPR riding airwaves to college radio competition

Cal Poly’s student-run radio station, KCPR, is one of the top 10 final nominees for the mtvU 2011 College Radio Woodie, as announced on Feb. 15. First place will be awarded at the sixth annual mtvU Woodie Awards March 16.