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College of Liberal Arts (CLA) Advising & Student Resources

First Year Students (not transfers): Visit the Mustang Success Center

Email: claadvising@calpoly.edu (email using your Cal Poly Email only)
Phone: 805-756-6200
Location: Building 47, Room 36R

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CLA ZOOM Drop-in Advising: All drop-ins are via Zoom

 
Fall Quarter:
Monday - Thursday
10am-12pm & 2-4pm*
No drop-ins Friday*
*Exceptions noted below
 
Fall Break Week
Mon Nov 25, 10-12 & 2-4
Tue Nov 26, 10-12 only
Wed Nov 27, 10-12 only
Th & Fri, closed
 
Drop-ins canceled on the following days/times:
Thurs Dec 5th, 3-4pm
Tues Dec 17th, all day

Click to enter our drop-in waiting room! 

 

Schedule an Appointment:

  • Second years should met with a Peer Advisor
  • LAES and perspective LAES majors should meet with Katie or Sabrina
  • Students considering time off should meet with Kara

 

Meet with the First Available Advisor

See Available Times

 

Second Years should meet with a

Peer Advisor!

Or, Select a Specific Advisor:

Alejandra CLA Advising

Catherine Castro Eric Cuvelier

Alejandra Cebreros

Multicultural Academic Advisor

Hablo Español

she/her/hers

 

Catherine Castro

Academic Advisor

she/her/hers

Eric Cuvelier

Academic Advisor

he/him/his

 

Kara Hitchcock Sabrina Canady

Yazmine Vargas-Castenada

Kara Hitchcock

Retention Specialist

Taking Time Off Advisor

she/her/hers

 

 

Katie Harris

Academic Advisor

LAES Advisor

she/her/hers

 

Sabrina Canady

Lead Academic Advisor

LAES Advisor

she/her/hers

Yazmine Vargas-Castaneda

Academic Advisor (Graduate Intern)

she/her/hers

 


Lauren Kolodziejski

Schedule a Meeting with the Interim Associate Dean for Student Success

CLA Interim Associate Dean for Student Success, Lauren Kolodziejski, is also available to meet with students. Dr. Kolodziejski is an advocate for students and typically works with returning students, those in disqualified (DQ) status and those navigating difficult, complex or sensitive situations. You can also email her with questions and concerns directly at lkolodzi@calpoly.edu.

 

 


Interim Dean Kate Murphy

Drop-in Office Hour with Interim Dean Kate Murphy

Every other Thursday beginning 10/3

Starting Oct. 3, Interim Dean Murphy will be holding special "Drop-in on the Dean" hours from 9 to 10 a.m. every other Thursday in Building 47, Room 31.

Watch for an email Thursday mornings with more information.

Students are also welcome to email Interim Dean Murphy any time with questions and concerns directly at ksmurphy@calpoly.edu  

 


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College of Liberal Arts Advising Center

We encourage students to meet with an academic advisor at least once a year to ensure good progress towards earning your degree. Professional advisors and peer advisors in the CLA Advising Center can help students with a wide range of topics, including:

 


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College Possible

The College of Liberal Arts is partnering with College Possible’s Catalyze program as part of our commitment to student success. This initiative connects students with a near-peer success coach who understands the challenges of college life. Coaches provide personalized support to students in the program, and engaging with their coaches empowers students to overcome obstacles and achieve their academic and personal goals. To learn more about the College Possible program at Cal Poly, reach out to Multicultural Academic Advisor Alejandra Cebreros

 


Research Engagement in the College of Liberal Arts

The College of Liberal Arts is committed to supporting the professional development of students and faculty through opportunities and resources for scholarly engagement. Research and creative activities in the College of Liberal Arts span the humanities, visual and performing arts, communications, and social sciences. Learn more about research opportunities within the CLA.

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