Event Overview
Event Overview
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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
Networking Opportunities
Water Bottle Drink Mixers and Snacks
Programming on these days will be geared towards journalism students and presented by alumni and industry experts. For a more detailed breakdown of the sessions and workshops, please download the Sched app and search for Mustang Media Fest.
Friday, October 24
Friday, October 24
Jim Hayes Keynote Speakers & Networking Events
Jim Hayes Keynote Speakers
Jim Hayes Keynote Speakers
Susan Miller - Former US intelligence officer
Susan Miller - Former US intelligence officer
Event runs from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cal Poly's Advanced Technologies Laboratory (Building 007)
Learn how Cal Poly Journalism prepared Susan Miller for an extensive role in the Central Intelligence Agency where she spent 39 years as an undercover operations officer.
David Kraft - Vice President, News | ESPN
David Kraft - Vice President, News | ESPN
Event runs from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cal Poly's Advanced Technologies Laboratory (Building 007)
From the Mustang Daily sports desk to one of the top roles at the 'Worldwide Leader in Sports', find out what David Kraft has learned throughout his career.
Networking Events
Networking Events
Networking Mixer
Networking Mixer
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Advanced Technologies Lab
Spend some time after the Keynote events casually connecting with other students, alumni and faculty. A light lunch will be provided.
Sound Garden Social
Sound Garden Social
6:00 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Libertine Brewing Company
Wrap up Day 3 with an exciting night of networking, accompanied by live music from local bands.
Capping the week is our alumni-focused Hall of Fame Gala!
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 50 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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