The enormous popularity of online social networking forums, such as facebook and
Religion's reach
Beyond getting an education, many Cal Poly students seek more: they’re searching for their next spiritual fix. Maybe it’s the weekly Bible study meeting or monthly Shabbat dinner or giving thanks to God before eating dinner. Religion – or lack thereof – affects students’ lives every day, so the Mustang Daily decided to find out just how much.
New English class analyzes LGBT media, literature
Next quarter, the English department will be offering a new class to count for about LGBT people.
CPTV gears up for broadcast in new studio
CPTV has been working out of two offices for a long time. Finally, the recording
Jewish community at Cal Poly rapidly growing
“I’ve definitely had people label me as the ‘Jewish girl,'” said Shaina Fox, an
Outlets for Christian faith abundant on campus
The morning started off with coffee all over her new white shirt. Then she ended up late to school, missing the extra credit issued at the first second of class. A less than average grade turned up in her chemistry class and her car stalled at the light in front of her house.
Muslim minority small but present
Naiyerah Kolkailah, a biology senior and president of the Muslim Student Association (MSA), is no different than any other student on campus. And while she wears the traditional Islamic dress every day, she feels comfortable practicing her faith at Cal Poly.
Beliefs vary among Poly students
Baha’i As one of five Baha’i believers at Cal Poly (out of a total of 15 in the community), Marjan Albert must act as her own source of support. A native of South Africa who moved to Los Angeles County (which has a high population of Baha’i believers) as a young teen, her faith has been a constant influence in her life.
Piering into the future
The Cal Poly Pier, located in Avila Beach, will open its newly constructed facility to students and professors this April.
The facility houses water tanks where students can perform ongoing research with marine life.
The College of Mathematics and Science raised $1.
Influential women get recognition
Women’s Programs and Services is accepting nominations for the 25th Annual Woman of the
Muslim minority small but present
Naiyerah Kolkailah, a biology senior and president of the Muslim Student Association (MSA), is no different than any other student on campus. And while she wears the traditional Islamic dress every day, she feels comfortable practicing her faith at Cal Poly.