<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Zoë Laureta's Portfolio]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crafting Connections: Your Pathway to Marketing and PR Success]]></description><link>https://zlaureta09.wixsite.com/zlaureta/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:21:26 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://zlaureta09.wixsite.com/zlaureta/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[National Tour Cast Shares Performance Techniques with Cal Poly students]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cal Poly Arts hosted an “Acting Through Song” masterclass for theatre majors this week, led by Omari Collins and Noah Silverman of the national touring cast of Kinky Boots. The actors, who are performing at the Cal Poly Performing Arts Center, worked directly with students during the session. The workshop focused on connecting acting and vocals through storytelling. Students performed individual pieces and received feedback from the visiting performers. Collins, who plays Lola in the touring...]]></description><link>https://zlaureta09.wixsite.com/zlaureta/post/national-tour-cast-shares-performance-techniques-with-cal-poly-students</link><guid isPermaLink="false">693867650b27bc7cafc70bf8</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:19:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4a407e_44908ab24bda41209bc80c5fde222c9f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_640,h_586,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>zlaureta09</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strumming through Life: The Ruiz's Musical Journey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vincent and Herma Ruiz, a retired couple, have found a way to enjoy their golden years by making music together. Their shared passion for music has not only brought them closer but also allowed them to inspire others through their involvement in a senior music band. Vincent Ruiz’s love for music began in his youth when he enjoyed singing and later discovered the acoustic guitar at the age of 17. Without access to lessons, he taught himself to play by studying music books. His guitar travelled...]]></description><link>https://zlaureta09.wixsite.com/zlaureta/post/storytelling-through-marketing-insights-from-zo%C3%AB-laureta</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690be08c4cb1a91e8e5c4225</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 23:41:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4a407e_6a5b1f976b4a4b8cb9e86e9394c26eab~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_928,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>zlaureta09</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swae Lee Concert Ticket Release Crashes Website, Sparks Student Frenzy at Cal Poly]]></title><description><![CDATA[May 27, 2024 Performer at Cal Poly causes website crash and creates panic among students.  Rap artist, Swae Lee, is scheduled to perform at Cal Poly on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.  Swae Lee is most famously known to be apart of Rae Sremmurd, a Southern hip-hop duo known for their diverse music and distinct style.   Outside of Rae Sremmurd, Swae has established himself with tracks such as the 20x Platinum "Sunflower" with Post Malone and the Diamond Certified "Unforgettable" with French Montana. ...]]></description><link>https://zlaureta09.wixsite.com/zlaureta/post/swae-lee-concert-ticket-release-crashes-website-sparks-student-frenzy-at-cal-poly</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69eab006d06bed7d1aa20de3</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:50:03 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>zlaureta09</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cal Poly Sorority Recruitment Raises Diversity Concerns Among Students]]></title><description><![CDATA[June 12, 2024 Formal recruitment for sororities at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo raises diversity concerns for students wanting to join Greek Life.  Recruitment, also known as Rush Week, at Cal Poly is a mutual selection process where potential new members pair with different sorority organizations on campus. At the end of the week, girls are supposed to get offers, also known as bids, to the sororities that they most fit with.  The process is based on similar values and beliefs, but this has...]]></description><link>https://zlaureta09.wixsite.com/zlaureta/post/cal-poly-sorority-recruitment-raises-diversity-concerns-among-students</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69eaaeabb17cf497ceb4fe4e</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:44:09 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>zlaureta09</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crowded Cafes in SLO]]></title><description><![CDATA[As midterms ramp up at Cal Poly, students are heading to local cafés in San Luis Obispo in search of study space. Many are finding it harder than expected to focus. Popular spots like SLO Do Co and Scout Coffee, once known for their relaxed atmosphere, are now crowded with students competing for tables and outlets. The increase in noise and foot traffic has made it more difficult for some to concentrate. Cal Poly student Ryan Jocson said the environment can be distracting, especially during...]]></description><link>https://zlaureta09.wixsite.com/zlaureta/post/crowded-cafes-in-slo</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69386545122b31d338b49292</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:13:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4a407e_778cfd9815364570a6bc0a66350817a8~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>zlaureta09</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[FITS at SLO kicks off their quarterly photoshoot]]></title><description><![CDATA[FORCES OF NATURE by Jake Dorn FITS at SLO, Cal Poly's own fashion club, starts the creative process of finding the team to take on this quarter's fashion photoshoot.  Creating the team and finding the team to execute the vision takes months of work.  Here's more about the process and project from co-founder of FITS Elisabeth Leonard:]]></description><link>https://zlaureta09.wixsite.com/zlaureta/post/showcasing-marketing-expertise-zo%C3%AB-laureta-s-portfolio</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690be07f8de3a65c6f2f4bca</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 23:40:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4a407e_5fa87c0d520c4df8a07c386466fa7a47~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_988,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>zlaureta09</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cal Poly hosts it's first Swap n Shop of the year]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Oct. 17, students participated in the "Swap and Shop" event, an initiative aimed at promoting sustainable fashion. The event was hosted by the  Sustainable Fashion Club , Cal Poly's Green Campus , and Her Campus .  From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., attendees brought gently used clothes to swap for new items, while student-run vintage stores and small businesses offered unique products for sale. A member of the Green Campus that helped organize the event, Lilly Fulton, shared her enthusiasm: "We...]]></description><link>https://zlaureta09.wixsite.com/zlaureta/post/harnessing-public-relations-skills-in-a-professional-portfolio</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690be07e8de3a65c6f2f4bc6</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 23:40:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4a407e_945f3c81d5bf495e86933777272d0283~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>zlaureta09</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>