Event Overview
Event Overview
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Below you'll find a day-by-day overview of the festival's many offerings. For a more detailed breakdown of the sessions and workshops available on Wednesday, October 22 and Thursday, October 23, please download the Sched app.
Panels, Workshops, and Activities
The first two days of the festival will offer a wide array of amazing speakers, workshops and networking opportunities for students.
• 20+ Sessions and Workshops
• Professional Headshot Booth
• Scavenger Hunt
• Resume & Reel Critiques
• Networking Opportunities
• Snacks and Drinks
Programming on these days will be geared towards journalism students as presented by alumni and industry experts. For a more detailed breakdown of the sessions and workshops, please download the Sched app.
October 24, 2025
October 24, 2025
Jim Hayes Keynote Speakers & Networking Events
Jim Hayes Keynote Speakers
Jim Hayes Keynote Speakers
Susan Miller - CIA
Susan Miller - CIA
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Learn how Cal Poly Journalism prepared Susan Miller for her extensive role in the CIA.
David Kraft - ESPN
David Kraft - ESPN
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
From Cal Poly to the face of ESPN, learn what has stuck with David Kraft throughout his career.
Networking Events
Networking Events
Networking Mixer
Networking Mixer
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Spend some time between the Keynote events casually connecting with other students, alumni, and faculty. Food will be provided.
Sound Garden Social
Sound Garden Social
7:00 p.m. - Location TBD
Wrap up Day 3 with an exciting night of networking, accompanied by live music from local bands.
This unforgettable evening honors the remarkable alumni whose work has shaped our department and elevated student media at Mustang Media Group.
Highlights of the night include:
A red carpet photo experience with friends.
A silent auction featuring one-of-a-kind memorabilia—including items from Jim Hayes and George Ramos, plus rare editions from over 100 years of Mustang News archives.
A formal induction of five outstanding alumni into the Journalism Hall of Fame.
Delicious hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and drinks.
Read more about who is being inducted this year into our Hall of Fame!
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