Alumni Support Makes Mustang Media Fest Possible
Since the launch of the Jim Hayes Symposium in 2014, alumni have played an essential role in supporting the Journalism Department’s signature events. This year’s Mustang Media Fest continues that tradition, thanks to the generous contributions of our graduates and their organizations.
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We extend our sincere gratitude to the following alumni and sponsors:
Mustang Media Fest Gold Sponsor: Ontario International Airport, where Cal Poly Journalism graduate Atif Elkadi serves as General Manager
Jim Hayes Keynote Sponsor: SAGE Publishing, led by Cal Poly Journalism graduate Tracey Ozmina, Chief Operating Officer
We also recognize Ellen Pensky, a Hall of Fame inductee who long before her honor helped shape our department’s future. She established the Queen Bee Public Relations Fund supporting innovation and storytelling and played a key role on the advisory board that created the Journalism Endowment, which continues to provide vital resources for student success.
In addition, many alumni have generously contributed individual sponsorships. We are especially grateful to:
Ms. Shelly A. Bird
Mr. and Mrs. Cousineau
Mr. Leonard Filomeo
Dr. Robert A. Logan
Mr. Rob McAllister
Capt. McGuiness
Ms. Lauren M. Rabaino
Mr. and Mrs. Rief
We also thank our 2025 Mustang Media Fest sponsors, including:
California Transit Association
Cal Poly College of Liberal Arts
These events are not possible without your generosity, and we are truly appreciative of your support.
Interested in joining this year’s sponsors?
Help us make an impact by sponsoring a table, supporting a student or giving your organization visibility through a T-shirt or canvas bag sponsorship.
Visit MMF.com/sponsor to learn more and get involved.
Have questions or want to get involved? Contact Brady Teufel at bteufel@calpoly.edu