Recent News
Underrepresented Student Network Connects Students to Mentors, Provides Community
Jun 17, 2019
In fall 2018, the College of Liberal Arts (CLA) launched the Underrepresented Students Network (USN), a network of students from the CLA who provide peer-to-peer mentorship for underrepresented students across campus to create a more equitable learning environment.
Cal Poly Choir Students Perform at Carnegie Hall
Jun 17, 2019
Cal Poly Choir students performed at the renowned music venue Carnegie Hall in New York City on Saturday, May 25, as a part of MidAmerica Production’s 36th concert season.
Cal Poly Students Present at CSU Gender, Race & Sexuality Undergraduate Conference
May 21, 2019
Five Cal Poly students presented their work at the first Gender, Race and Sexuality Undergraduate Conference, which was hosted at Fresno State University on Friday, April 26.
Political Science Junior Selected for Panetta Institute for Public Policy’s Congressional Internship Program
May 21, 2019
A political science major seeking a career in public service is Cal Poly’s 2019 representative to the Panetta Institute Congressional Internship Program, which gives students the opportunity to work and study in Washington, D.C.
Sara Bartlett Awarded 2018-19 Learn by Doing Scholar Award
May 7, 2019
Sara Bartlett, a lecturer in the Psychology and Child Development Department, was awarded the 2018-19 Learn by Doing Scholar Award in the category of planned and in-progress research for "Effectiveness of Intergenerational Service Learning Programs for Psychology of Aging." The award is one of only two granted each year and is accompanied by $1000 and formal recognition during Fall Conference 2019.
Quad/Graphics Eric Steinbach Memorial Graphic Communication Endowment to Fund Student Scholarships and Support University’s Graphic Communication Program
Apr 8, 2019
Cal Poly’s Graphic Communication Department has met its $200,000 fundraising goal for a new endowment in honor of the late Eric Steinbach, a longtime supporter of the program and the university.
LAES Collaborates with Orchesis Dance Company to Create Immersive Video Projections
Mar 27, 2019
A group of Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies (LAES) students created immersive video effects for the Theater and Dance Department’s annual Orchesis Dance Company performance.
Third Annual Inclusion Starts with Me Teach-In Attracts Nearly Double the Attendees
Mar 15, 2019
As part of the university’s continuous commitment to diversity and inclusion, the third Inclusion Starts with Me Teach-In was held Thursday, Feb. 21 in collaboration with the College of Liberal Arts, the Office of University Diversity & Inclusion (OUDI), and Academic Affairs.
Mustang Media Group Receives 46 Awards
Mar 12, 2019
Mustang Media Group (MMG), the Cal Poly Journalism Department’s student-run media organization, received national recognition from three of college media’s most distinguished organizations — California College Media Association (CCMA), Associated Collegiate Press (ACP) and College Media Business and Advertising Managers (CMBAM). Every platform of MMG earned awards on behalf of the organization, and several students were recognized for their personal accomplishments.
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Senior Ryan Vannucci Wins 2 AVA Digital Awards
Mar 5, 2019
The California Cybersecurity Institute was honored in the AVA Digital Awards for their informative videos made by Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies senior Ryan Vannucci.