News
ASI Announces Michelle Crawford as New Executive Director
ASI is pleased to announce Michelle Crawford as executive director. Crawford began her employment with ASI as a student in 2002 and has served as interim executive director since spring 2021. As executive director, Crawford plans to focus on enhancing the ASI-managed facilities, programs and services that connect students with their ultimate college experience. “I am excited to innovate within our programs and services,” Crawford said. “We plan on doing more work than ever to listen, learn and understand the needs of students — both current and future. ASI must continually evolve to meet and exceed the expectations of Cal Poly students.” Crawford earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in recreation, parks and tourism administration (RPTA) from Cal Poly. She lives in Atascadero with her husband, two daughters and their dog, Cubby. Learn more about Crawford on the ASI website.
Campus Transportation Survey Open Through May 18
Faculty, staff and students are invited to participate in the Cal Poly Campus Transportation Survey 2022. A team of Administration and Finance staff and Civil and Environmental Engineering Department faculty is conducting a comprehensive transportation survey to help develop the Cal Poly Transportation Demand Management Plan in support of the Campus Master Plan and the CSU Climate Action Plan. Information gathered through the survey will help the team understand how campus community members get to and from campus and whether they travel to the university every day or once a month. This will help the team better understand transportation needs and the resulting emissions and will inform mitigation efforts to minimize environmental impacts. The survey will be open until midnight Wednesday, May 18. It should take roughly 10 minutes to complete and is anonymous. Once submitted, participants will be entered into a raffle for prizes including an e-bike, an iPad and gift vouchers. Questions? Email sustainability@calpoly.edu.
WSCUC Decision on Accreditation Expected During Summer
In late April, Cal Poly hosted a five-member visiting team from its institutional accrediting body, WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). The team met with over 20 groups of stakeholders from across campus during this visit. Most of these meetings were on various elements of diversity, equity, inclusion and student success, the themes of the institutional self-study submitted in February. The visit concluded with an exit meeting at which the team presented its initial commendations and recommendations. In particular, the team praised Cal Poly for close collaboration between divisions, for the decision to situate the institutional self-study in questions of DEI and student success, for students’ passion and dedication, for the institution’s commitment to meaningful student-centered programs and for the quality of Cal Poly staff and faculty support of our students. The team also thanked the campus for its commitment to transparency and honest dialogue. After the visiting team members prepare their final report, WSCUC will make its accreditation decision in late June. The decision will be shared with the campus community at that time.
Tickets Still Available for Annual Service Awards
State, Corporation and ASI employees with milestone service anniversaries in 2021 will be honored at the Annual Service Awards ceremony from 2:30-4 p.m. Friday, May 20, in the Performing Arts Center Miossi Hall, followed by a reception in the Performing Arts Center Main Lobby from 4-5 p.m. (appetizers will be served). View the complete listing of awardees. Complimentary tickets are available to reserve online and can be sent via email or picked up at Will Call at the Performing Arts Center Ticket Office. Tickets are required to attend the event. All award recipients have received an email with a link to RSVP to the event. Awardees are required to RSVP by May 12 to participate in the award ceremony. Contact the committee chair at serviceawards@calpoly.edu with any questions. Submit photos of the awardees for a slideshow presentation by May 12 to serviceawards@calpoly.edu.
Join College of Engineering May 13 for First Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Day of Community
The College of Engineering will host the first Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Day of Community: Growing, Learning and Celebrating Together on Friday, May 13, in the Advanced Technology Laboratories (No. 7). This free event is an opportunity to learn and share accomplishments and best practices for integrating justice, equity, diversity and inclusion into our daily lives as students, scholars, teachers and staff. Beena Ammanath, executive director of Global Deloitte AI Institute and its technology and AI ethics lead, will kick off the event as the keynote speaker. Workshops and lightning talks will include the history of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) and its relationship to campus culture, a look at student retention, and the state of DEI and industry, among others.
Student Success
Celebrate the Class of 2022 by Writing a Dear Mustang Grad Letter by May 15
Faculty and staff can showcase how Cal Poly Proud they are of the Class of 2022 by writing a Dear Mustang Grad letter. This campaign offers a unique way for faculty and staff to congratulate graduates, highlight their accomplishments, give thanks, share memories and offer words of wisdom. These letters are intended to surprise graduates with personal notes from the people who supported them throughout their Cal Poly journey. For optimal impact, keep this letter a secret. Once submitted, the Commencement Office will begin preparations to deliver them to graduates. The deadline to submit is May 15.
Student Applications Open for the Californians For All College Corps Program
Students from any college or major can apply for a College Corps Fellowship of up to $10,000. Fellows will work with community organizations to tackle meaningful challenges in climate change, food insecurity and K-12 education — and may additionally receive academic credit. This program is part of the historic Californians For All program, a statewide initiative for service-learning. Cal Poly is one of 45 institutions participating in the inaugural year. There are 165 fellowship positions. The application deadline is May 15.
Encourage students to learn more and apply
Grant Available for Student in Recovery from Substance Use
Applications are now open for the Davis Henegar Memorial Grant, named in honor of Davis Henegar, a Cal Poly student who fought tirelessly to reduce the stigma associated with substance misuse and offer a space for all students to seek and find recovery support. The $2,500 grant is distributed quarterly to students with a minimum of three months of continued recovery. There are no income or residency requirements. The application is a short essay detailing how the funds will help support students' continued recovery. To submit an application by the May 22 deadline or to ask questions, contact kmansage@calpoly.edu.
Faculty and Staff
Events Planned to Recognize Global Accessibility Awareness Day
A week of events, titled the “Disability Awareness and Allyship Series,” will be held from Friday, May 13, through Thursday, May 19, in celebration of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) on May 19. All are welcome to attend and learn how to make the campus a more accessible and inclusive community. Visit accessibility.calpoly.edu for event information and Zoom registration links for the virtual events. Event sponsors include the Disability Faculty Staff Association, Access for All, School of Education Equity and Inclusion Committee, Disability Ally Workgroup, and the College of Science and Mathematics.
Grant Opportunity: Up to $180,000 Available to Support Technology for Public Benefits
Public Interest Technology University Network (PIT-UN) is accepting proposals of up to $180,000 for projects that apply technology expertise to advance the public interest. Cal Poly can submit up to three proposals. Initial two-page proposals are due by 9 a.m. Friday, May 20. PIT refers to the study and application of technology expertise to advance the public interest in a way that generates public benefits and promotes the public good, particularly for those members of society least well served historically and today by existing systems and policies. If needed, there will be an internal competition to determine which submissions will be made on behalf of Cal Poly. The review by a panel of associate deans will take place the week of May 30. Full proposals are due Friday, June 17. Questions? Download a copy of the request for proposals. Email cei@calpoly.edu or Matthew Harsh, PIT designee for Cal Poly, at mharsh@calpoly.edu.
Learn more about the challenge
Safer to Host Faculty and Staff Workshops on Trigger/Content Warnings
Have you ever wondered whether you should be using trigger or content warnings in your class or programming? Safer will host two opportunities in May and June to discuss trigger warnings and their effectiveness versus their potential to cause harm. Participants will have the chance to examine the impact of putting these warnings on their materials and consider multiple perspectives. The workshops will examine recent research as well as feedback from students involved with the Safer program. Workshops will be held on the following dates. Click the links to register.
CSU’s Got Talent May Webcast to Focus on Eliminating Microaggressions
All employees are invited to participate in another edition of the CSU’s Got Talent series from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 24. Attorney, community organizer and speaker Tiffany Alvoid will present a webcast, “Eliminating Microaggressions: The Next Level of Inclusion.” Take the next step toward a fully inclusive work environment by eliminating microaggressions. Register through the Learning Hub at Eliminating Microaggressions: The Next Level of Inclusion.
Emeritus Staff Response Needed for Parking Permits Renewal
Current emeritus parking permits will expire June 30. All emeritus staff are asked to respond to the email sent to their Cal Poly account regarding extension of their parking privileges. A response is required to activate an updated virtual emeritus permit that will be valid starting July 1, 2022. Employee and emeritus parking account should reflect accurate information at all times to stay compliant. Emeritus employees should log into their parking account and ensure that their license plate number is correct and linked to an active parking permit. For more information about the License Plate Recognition software, visit the Transportation and Parking Services website at parking.calpoly.edu/LPR.
University Personnel Offers Well-Being Workshops in May and June
University Personnel has worked with employee assistance program LifeMatters to offer synchronous well-being workshops in May and June. The workshops include:
- Mind-Body Wellness: The practice of mindfulness, breathing and guided relaxation promotes mind-body wellness. Learn to develop a centering mindset to improve focus. May 17 at 2 p.m.
- Expanding Your Sphere of Influence: The ability to influence others is central to effective leadership. Learn to cultivate influence regardless of your title. Understand the qualities of effective leaders, learn key traits for expanding influence and strategies for building leadership skills. May 24 at 10 a.m.
- Respect in a Diverse Workplace: Learn about the benefits of a diverse, inclusive workplace and how to remove barriers through constructive, assertive confrontation. This session will review definitions of diversity and respect, examples of respectful and disrespectful behaviors, and assertive confrontation. June 16 at 10 a.m.
Contact Lisa Gray at lcgray@calpoly.edu for more information on well-being workshops.
May Brings More Professional Development Courses
Employee and Organization Development announces the release of the May professional development offerings as part of the Cross Campus Collaboration, a series of online workshops offered by Cal Poly and other CSU campuses. These unique opportunities extend learning beyond campus borders and offer a new way to share professional development. Employee and Organization Development has recently added new courses and dates for May. View and register using the links below. Registration opened April 25 on a first-come basis. The workshops are:
- Decisions, Decisions! Creative Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Techniques, May 12, 10 a.m.-noon.
- Positive Psychology – The Happiness Advantage, May 12, 10 a.m.-noon.
- The Value of Making Values Valuable for You and Your Team, May 12, 11a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Exposing Hidden Bias, May 27, 9-10:30 a.m.
More classes are coming in June. Check the Upcoming Opportunities page of the learnandgrow.calpoly.edu website for updates.
Retirements
Nutrition Professor Peggy Papathakis is retiring after 16 years at Cal Poly. She joined the Food Science and Nutrition Department in 2006 determined to engage in nutrition research in low-income countries and provide global nutrition experiences for nutrition students. In the last decade, more than 70 students have worked on her numerous research studies focused on improving the nutritional status of women and children in Malawi and Sierra Leone, Africa. In 2018 she received a Fulbright Scholar award to spend 10 months in Malawi, conducting research on hospital malnutrition and helping to build nutrition curriculum for clinical dietitians at the University of Malawi, College of Medicine. This was Papathakis’ second Fulbright Scholarship; she received one as a doctoral student in 2001 to conduct research in South Africa on the dual impact of breastfeeding and HIV on a woman’s nutritional status. Papathakis was instrumental in setting up a new scholarship for nutrition graduate students, the Beatrice Lunday Memorial Scholarship. She received several awards during her tenure, including the Cal Poly Distinguished Scholarship Award in 2016, CAFES New Faculty Award in 2010 and CAFES Sustained Excellence in Scholarship Award in 2016. Prior to coming to Cal Poly, Papathakis worked as a pediatric dietitian for more than 20 years.
In Memoriam
Laurie Lyn Borello, longtime University Budget and Fiscal Planning staff member, passed Dec. 14. Borello was once told that she was the nicest person in the CSU — a title she coveted and did not shy away from reminding her co-workers of the compliment. Her family is hosting a celebration of life at noon Saturday, May 14, at the South Bay Community Center, 2180 Palisades Ave., Los Osos. All are welcome to attend. RSVP to lmborello@yahoo.com. An avid fan of the Giants, 49ers and Steph Curry, Borello wasn’t above a little Monday morning gloat. More importantly, she served an irreplaceable role as the go-to person for finance legacy information and was an authority on many financial processes on campus. During her time, she helped coordinate systemwide trainings such as CSU 101 and the CSU Business Conference. Borello retired from Cal Poly in June 2020. In lieu of flowers or gifts, friends may send a donation to the Hearst Cancer Resource Center of San Luis Obispo in her honor.
Campus Announcements
APIDA FSA Presents Second Annual Lunch and Learn Series on May 20
The Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Faculty Staff Association (APIDA FSA) invites the campus community to join an upcoming Lunch and Learn event for Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. Jacob Campbell, a data and budget analyst for the Cal Poly Scholars program and treasurer of APIDA FSA, will lead a discussion on “APIDA Students on TV” from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, May 20, via Zoom. This event will be part of a series of talks, with more dates and times to be announced soon.
International Center Offers A Taste of the World 2022 on May 20
The International Center will host A Taste of the World 2022 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, May 20, in the Agricultural Sciences Building (No. 11) courtyard (near Campus Market). This free event will feature international cuisine from all over the world and is open to all. The food will be prepared by students taking FSN 344: Institutional Foodservice II from lecturer Julie Chessen in the Food Science and Nutrition Department, with support provided by Erin Foote, instructional support technician for the department. Watch the video of the last A Taste of the World; email international@calpoly.edu for more information.
Cal Poly Holds Open Call for Public Art
The Cal Poly Corporation is inviting proposals for the design and creation of a mural to be installed in a soon-to-be-renovated outdoor corridor on campus. The Via Carta Mural Project is seeking artists' proposals to transform a divided triptych wall at the intersection of Highland Drive and Via Carta into a vibrant mural that encourages student and community interaction while highlighting the agricultural bounty and beauty of the Central Coast. A public Request for Proposals was issued for artists to submit concept proposals by May 16. The finalist will be commissioned to install the mural on the exterior wall of the Food Processing Building (No. 24), adjacent to Campus Market this June and July with a public unveiling and celebration in fall 2022. To learn more about the scope of the project and to apply, download a copy of the RFP and application template.
Cal Poly to Host Job Fair May 21 to Fill Over 65 Positions
More than 65 full- and part-time positions are available in communications, administrative support, custodial, facilities/trades, dining and other areas across campus. Job seekers are invited to come to a Cal Poly Job Fair and Hiring event on Saturday, May 21, in the Advanced Technology Laboratories (ATL), No. 7, prepared to interview on site. Select roles will receive same-day offers and sign-on bonuses.
Open Spots for Children Center’s Summer Poly Trekker Program
There are still spots left in the Orfalea Family and ASI's Children's Center Poly Trekker summer sessions. This program offers a summer of crafts, field trips, sports activities and more for school-aged children who have completed kindergarten. Register for an individual week or full program session. Registrations will be accepted at the Children’s Center from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. Visit the ASI website to learn more about signup costs and session dates.
Nutrition, Heart and Gut Health Research Volunteers Needed
Faculty and student researchers from the Food Science and Nutrition Department are looking for postmenopausal women to participate in the "ReCHARGE with Strawberries" project, a research project looking at the impact of strawberries on heart and gut health. Women who participate will be eligible to receive $350, free gut microbiome and heart health assessments, and a free diet consultation driven by participant goals. If you, or someone you know, may be interested in participating, learn more online, call ext. 6-1175, or email recharge@calpoly.edu.
Events
Free Upcoming Music Department Events
The Music Department has numerous free student presentations through the rest of the academic year. In addition to the following, there will be several senior recitals. For a complete list with times and locations, visit the department’s calendar website or call ext. 6-2406. Events include:
- May 5: Guitar Ensemble Recital
- May 10: An Evening of Woodwinds and Strings
- May 12: All That Brass
- May 17: Instrumental Student Recital
- May 19: Polyrhythmics Percussion Recital
- May 21: Jazz Combos Spring Hang
- May 24: Piano Student Recital
- May 26: Vocal Student Recital
- June 3: Clarinet Festival
Ruby Ibarra to Perform May 12 in Celebration of APIDA Heritage Month
The campus community is invited to a concert featuring Ruby Ibarra, a rapper, producer and spoken word artist, on the UU plaza stage from 5:45-7 p.m. Thursday, May 12. The event, sponsored by the Ethnic Studies Department, Office of University Diversity and Inclusion (OUDI) and ASI, is also a celebration of Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month. This free event is open to all. The event is organized by Ryan Buyco, assistant professor in the Ethnic Studies Department. For more information, email him at rbuyco@calpoly.edu.
Chanticleer to Perform with Cal Poly Choirs on May 12
The Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer and two Cal Poly Choirs — PolyPhonics and Chamber Choir — will present a concert titled “Beauty of the Day” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 12, in the Performing Arts Center. Chanticleer has been hailed as “the world’s reigning male chorus” by The New Yorker, and it is known around the world as an orchestra of voices. Founded in San Francisco in 1978 by singer and musicologist Louis Botto, the group has sold more than a million recordings and performed thousands of live concerts to audiences worldwide. The groups will perform their own selections, then will join to perform Nico Muhly’s “Beauty of the Day,” which was commissioned by Chanticleer. The piece will feature university organist Paul Woodring on the Forbes pipe organ. Muhly is well known for his commissions for both classical and popular musicians, and he has written two operas for the Metropolitan Opera in New York. The concert will be dedicated to the memory of Zach Blanchard, who had been a member of PolyPhonics. Tickets for the concert are $15-$35 and are sold at the Cal Poly Ticket Office, ext. 6-4849. For more information, visit the Music Department calendar website or call ext. 6-2406.
Theatre and Dance Department Presents ‘Sometimes the Rain, Sometimes the Sea’ May 12-15 and 19-21
The Theatre and Dance Department’s spring show, “Sometimes the Rain, Sometimes the Sea,” will run at 8 p.m. May 12-14 and 19-21, and 2 p.m. May 15 in the Spanos Theatre. In the show, Dolan, a narrator who bears an uncanny resemblance to author Hans Christian Andersen, tries to tell a simple and sweet story about a rain cloud that falls to Earth when they becomes enamored with a human. But characters in the story keep turning into figures from Dolan’s own history of turbulent relationships, blending fantasy and reality. An adaptation, reimagining and critique of ”The Little Mermaid,” this play teases and expands ideas of romantic, obsessive and unrequited love that we learn from popular stories. Tickets are $12 for students, seniors and children, and $20 for adults.
Pianist W. Terrence Spiller to Perform Beethoven Sonatas May 13
Pianist and Music Professor Emeritus W. Terrence Spiller will give an all-Beethoven recital at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 13, in the Pavilion of the Performing Arts Center. The recital is the sixth in his survey of the complete piano sonatas of Beethoven. For this year’s program, Spiller will perform two of Beethoven's most famous “named” sonatas: “The Tempest” and the mammoth “Hammerklavier.” Spiller retired from full-time teaching in March 2021, but he continues to teach applied piano in the Music Department. Tickets are sold at the Cal Poly Ticket Office, ext. 6-4849. For more information, visit the Music Department calendar website or call ext. 6-2406.
SLO Symphony Presents Tchaikovsky and Mozart on May 14 at the PAC
SLO Symphony’s performance of Tchaikovsky and Mozart will be held at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 14, in Miossi Hall. French virtuoso violinist Gilles Apap joins SLO Symphony under the baton of Maestro Andrew Sewell for a program of classical favorites, including Brahms’ Serenade No. 1 in D, Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto in D, and Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 in G Minor. Apap is known for his unique approach to music, delivering distinctive performances of the standard classical repertoire combined with genres such as jazz and folk from around the world. Tickets can be purchased at the Cal Poly Ticket Office, ext. 6-4849 or online.
The Met: Live in HD Features Puccini’s ‘Turandot’ on May 15
The Met Opera’s performance of “Turandot” will screen at the Performing Arts Center at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 15, in Miossi Hall. The event is presented by Cal Poly Arts and OperaSLO. Two of today’s most thrilling voices share the title role of the legendary cold-hearted princess: Christine Goerke, the Met’s reigning dramatic soprano, and superstar Anna Netrebko, making her long-awaited Met role debut after providing a hair-raising preview in 2019’s New Year’s Eve Gala. Tenors Yusif Eyvazov and Yonghoon Lee trade off as the bold prince determined to win Turandot’s love, alongside sopranos Gabriella Reyes, Michelle Bradley and Ermonela Jaho as the devoted servant Liù and bass-baritone James Morris and basses Alexander Tsymbalyuk and Ferruccio Furlanetto as the blind king Timur. Marco Armiliato conducts Puccini’s stirring score. Tickets can be purchased at the Cal Poly Ticket Office, ext. 6-4849 or online.
Mountaineer Hilaree Nelson to Recount ‘Point of No Return’ on May 18
National Geographic’s 2018 Adventurer of the Year, Hilaree Nelson, will speak at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 18, in Miossi Hall, presented by Cal Poly Arts. A National Geographic climbing team knew it had a difficult task in 2014 when it set out for Burma’s Hkakabo Razi to determine if it is Southeast Asia’s highest point. But their greatest challenge wasn’t dwindling rations or hypothermia — it was conflicting personalities threatening to unravel the entire endeavor. Expedition leader Hilaree Nelson recounts the tough decisions she had to make to keep the team together — and alive. Tickets can be purchased at the Cal Poly Ticket Office, by calling ext. 6-4849 or online. Students can get $10 rush tickets by showing their student ID at the Cal Poly Ticket Office (in-person only) now though the show.
‘Menopause The Musical’ Comes to the PAC on May 19
“Menopause The Musical” will be performed at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 19, in Miossi Hall, presented by GFour Productions. Four women at a lingerie sale have nothing in common but a black lace bra and memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex and more! This hilarious musical parody set to classic tunes from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s will prompt attendees to cheer and dance in the aisles. See what millions of women worldwide have been laughing about for over 18 years. Tickets can be purchased at the Cal Poly Ticket Office, ext. 6-4849 or online.
Forbes Pipe Organ Series Features Ken Cowan and Naho Parrini on May 26
Musicians Ken Cowan and Naho Parrini will perform their Pipe Organ Series at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 26, in Miossi Hall. Regarded as one of North America’s finest concert organists and praised for his dazzling artistry, impeccable technique and imaginative programming, Cowan’s recordings and live performances have been featured on nationally distributed radio programming from American Public Media. Violinist Parrini, a native of Japan, has given numerous solo and chamber music recitals in the U.S., Japan, Germany, France and Bulgaria. She performs regularly with the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic, South Country Concert Series, Mirror Visions Ensemble and Performance Santa Fe. She also serves as co-director of the Adult Chamber Music Workshop and violin faculty of Junior Session at Kinhaven Music School in Vermont. Tickets can be purchased at the Cal Poly Ticket Office, at ext. 6-4849 or online.
Cal Poly Wind Bands’ Season Finale Concert ‘Sounds of Color’ Set for May 27
The Cal Poly Wind Bands’ Spring Concert, “Sounds of Color,” will be performed at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 27, in Miossi Hall. It is the season finale of the Wind Ensemble and Wind Orchestra. The title “Sounds of Color” is inspired by composer Robert Russell Bennett’s “Suite of Old American Dances,” which will be performed by the Wind Orchestra. The group will also perform William Grant Still’s “Fanfare for American Heroes,” Katahj Copley’s “Wildheart” and Nicole Piunno’s “Image of Truth.” The Wind Ensemble will perform Dmitri Shostakovich’s “Festive Overture” and a suite of five selections from John Williams’ film scores from the original “Star Wars” trilogy. Director of Bands Christopher J. Woodruff and Associate Director of Bands Nicholas P. Waldron will conduct the concert. Tickets are sold at the Cal Poly Ticket Office, ext. 6-4849. For more information, visit the Music Department calendar website or call ext. 6-2406.
Cal Poly Spring Jazz Concert on May 28 to Celebrate New Single
Cal Poly’s Jazz Ensemble and Vocal Jazz Ensemble will present the Spring Jazz Concert at 7:30 Saturday, May 28, in Spanos Theatre. The concert will celebrate the digital release of the Vocal Jazz Ensemble’s new single, “Sunlight,” which is an arrangement by Director of Jazz Studies Arthur White of a tune by Esperanza Spalding. New, original music by Jazz Ensemble members Bryce Yuen and Wyatt Willard will be premiered. Yuen, a first-year materials engineering major, composed “Stay at Home,” and Willard, a second-year music major, composed “Big Fish.” The big band will also feature fourth-year music major and vocalist Mady Frei. The groups will also perform music by Bob Mintzer, Stephen Sondheim, John Clayton, Charles Mingus and others. Tickets are sold at the Cal Poly Ticket Office, ext. 6-4849. For more information, visit the Music Department calendar website or call ext. 6-2406.
Event Postings
Events.calpoly.edu is a new platform that shines a spotlight on high-profile special events at
Cal Poly and throughout our community, focusing on the wide and diverse range of activities on and around campus. This site is designed to help our colleges, programs, departments and facilities promote exciting events that can be seen by a selected audience. It will update regularly and includes events happening in the next 30-45 days. It is not a calendar of all events, and it does not include student club events. Here are some links to help you navigate:
Submitting an Event to Events.calpoly.edu
To submit your event for consideration, please send the event title, date, time, duration, ticket information, intended audience(s) and image (1600 bpi wide) to event-submission@calpoly.edu.
University Events Calendar
To find a listing of all events — such as performances, lectures, workshops and more — visit our Master Calendar.
Scheduling/Booking Venues
25Live: Space and Event Scheduling can help you schedule or book a venue for an upcoming on-campus event.
Note that a minimum three-day lead time is required to process a request for use of space through the Office of the Registrar.
Visit Cal Poly Now for Student Affairs events, learning opportunities and more
Find the latest student-focused campus events from your favorite Student Affairs programs and services by visiting the new Cal Poly Now.
Athletics
For an overview of up-to-date sports information, photos and videos, visit gopoly.com. Per current guidelines from the state and San Luis Obispo County Public Health, fans will be permitted for outdoor events at 100% capacity with face masks recommended but not required. These guidelines may be revisited as necessary. Tickets for baseball games can be purchased at the Cal Poly Ticket office, located at the Performing Arts Center, and online.
Upcoming Events @ Home
Friday, May 20
Baseball vs. UC Davis, Baggett Stadium, 6 p.m.
Saturday, May 21
Baseball vs. UC Davis, Baggett Stadium, 1 p.m.
Sunday, May 22
Baseball vs. UC Davis, Baggett Stadium, 1 p.m.
Job Vacancies
Employment Opportunities
For all available job openings, visit jobs.calpoly.edu. All new positions opened this week are listed below. To apply, go online and complete the application form. Current employees can also find job postings at CSU Careers, an internal job site for CSU employees. For assistance, call Human Resources at ext. 6-2236.
#512645 — Assignment Supervisor — University Housing — Student Affairs — University Housing. $39,456-$76,164 annually. Anticipated hiring range: $50,400-$62,400 annually. Open until filled.
#513615 — Administrative Support Coordinator II — Electrical Engineering — Academic Affairs — College of Engineering. $41,280-$67,668 per year. Anticipated hiring range: $43,200-$56,400 per year. Open until filled.
#513202 — Auto/Equipment Mechanic — Administration and Finance — Facilities Management and Development. $64,824-$82,848 per year. Anticipated hiring range: $64,824-$70,000 per year. Open until filled.
#513436 — Painter — Administration and Finance — Facilities Management and Development. $64,824-$82,848 per year. Anticipated hiring amount: $64,824 per year. Open until filled.
#513435 — Plumber — Administration and Finance — Facilities Management and Development. $68,904-$88,968 per year. Anticipated hiring range: $68,904-$72,768 per year. Open until filled.
#513368 — Client Services Manager (Administrator II) — Information Services — Information Technology Services. Salary commensurate with the background and experience of the individual selected. Open until filled.
To find internally posted positions, start from the Cal Poly Portal. Click “Cal Poly Jobs” on the left-hand menu. On the next page click “Apply.” All internally and externally posted positions appear there. For a full list of available jobs, go to jobs.calpoly.edu.
Faculty Employment Opportunities
Visit jobs.calpoly.edu for current openings, further information and how to apply. For assistance, email Academic Personnel at academicpersonnel@calpoly.edu.
There are no new listings this week.
Corporation Employment Opportunities
Cal Poly Corporation is a separate entity operating in concert with the university to provide a diverse range of services and resources to students, faculty and staff. To view all available job postings or apply, visit the Corporation website. For assistance, contact Human Resources at ext. 6-1121.
There are no new listings this week.
ASI Employment Opportunities
Hiring, developing and empowering quality staff is what drives the ASI organization. Join ASI’s dynamic team that supports not only the students of Cal Poly, but the entire university and greater San Luis Obispo communities. Visit the Work For ASI webpage for a full listing of available positions and to apply. Sign up for the Work For ASI newsletter to be the first to know about new opportunities. For more information, contact ASI Human Resources at asihr@calpoly.edu.
There are no new listings this week.
Submission Guidelines
Cal Poly Report (CPR) is Cal Poly's official employee newsletter, designed to communicate information about officially sanctioned university news or events to faculty, staff and administrators. Submissions may run a maximum of three times and should be limited to 150 words. To help ensure CPR continues to contain only relevant and approved information, submissions are required to come from or be approved by the employee designated to approve submissions in the respective colleges, units and work areas. A list of designated approvers is available on the Cal Poly Report index website. Entries submitted by those other than the designated approver must be accompanied by an approval form signed by the unit's approver. The approval form is available online in fillable pdf format or a downloadable Microsoft Word format. CPR is published weekly during the school year, except during academic breaks, and monthly in the summer. The deadline for each issue is 12:30 p.m. the Friday prior to publication.