An event was held at the yakʔitʸutʸu Amphitheater in acknowledgment of the first people who occupied Cal Poly’s land.
Paying tribute to indigenous roots: Cal Poly prepares for yakʔitʸutʸu
The project is a collaborative effort between local members of the ytt tribe, faculty, staff, University Housing and Student Affairs.
San Luis Obispo residents march for Standing Rock
Protests have been occurring around San Luis Obispo concerning the new president-elect, but there have been gatherings concerning other issues too. In this case, the Dakota Access oil pipeline. A smoky scent overtook the scene. Burning white sage leaves were passed…
Larissa Fasthorse “decolonizes narratives”
Fasthorse, a member of the Sicangu Lakota Nation, spoke about “decolonizing the narrative,” or essentially fighting cultural appropriation.
30-Minute Update: How a possible faculty strike may affect students, Cal Poly releases a report on its financial future
Mustang News anchors Clara Knapp and Allison Edmonds update you on Mustang News’ biggest stories this week.
Minorities bond across cultures
He was the only black student in most of his classes and his dorm. As a minority, Smith (not his actual name, see editor’s note below) found himself isolated from Cal Poly by his race. Monday, he will bring together others…
Cal Poly professor writes book on Native American symbolism in Catholicism
Cal Poly Ethnic Studies Assistant Professor Kathleen Martin co-wrote and edited a book on the use of Native American symbolism and traditions within the Catholic Church.