Cal Poly Magazine
Latest Edition Goes Live
The spring issue of Cal Poly Magazine is live online and available on campus newsstands now! In the new issue, go behind the scenes with the cast and crew of a Theatre and Dance Department production; meet students finding community in unique ways on campus; and explore the growing threat of wildfires with WUI Fire Institute director Frank Frievalt. Plus, tag along with Mustangs unwinding with ASI, meet students providing healthcare in underserved local communities, and check out groundbreaking bike tech from an alumni-launched startup.
Art and Design
F/6 Photography and Video BFA Show
The photographic BFA show “F/6” celebrates six graduating photographers. With works ranging from fine art to commercial and fashion to sport photography, this show highlights their unique perspectives, techniques and talents.
Come see these diverse new artists and the future of the photo world; celebrate their work; and help them mark the end of one chapter and the exciting beginning of a new one.
An opening reception will be held 5-7 p.m. May 22 at the University Art Gallery. The show will run through May 29.
Upgrade by May 29
Windows 10 Support Ending
Microsoft will end support for Windows 10, and it will no longer receive security updates or technical support. To ensure security and compliance, all university-managed Windows 10 devices will be automatically upgraded to Windows 11 on May 29. Users are encouraged to upgrade on their schedule before this date to avoid disruptions. For self-service upgrade instructions, visit Upgrade to Windows 11 on a Cal Poly Owned PC. Need help? Contact the Cal Poly Support Center.
Learn More from Microsoft’s Official Announcement
Medicare Enrollment
Virtual Information Session – May 28
Human Resources has partnered with the Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP), a local nonprofit organization, to provide an information session on Medicare at 1 p.m. Wednesday May 28. A HICAP representative will discuss Medicare enrollment options into retirement and for those turning 65 prior to retirement. Spouses and partners are welcome to attend.
Please contact benefits@calpoly.edu or 805-756-2236, option 2, with any questions. Upcoming benefit events can be viewed on the Human Resources Upcoming Benefit Events webpage.
Employee and Organization Development
Exposing Hidden Bias Workshop
Discover how to foster a more inclusive and respectful workplace through the Exposing Hidden Bias workshop. This session offers practical tools to recognize unconscious bias, understand its impact on relationships and decision-making, and implement strategies for reducing bias in everyday interactions.
Participants will explore real-world scenarios, access resources for continued learning, and build awareness to support equity in the workplace. Suitable for all experience levels, this workshop, designed to support well-being and professional success, combines insight, reflection and actionable steps to help create a more mindful professional environment.
College of Engineering
Liz Thompson
Congratulations to Liz Thompson, director of general engineering and professor in the Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Department, on her retirement. Starting at Cal Poly as a first-year engineering student in 1976, she returned as a lecturer in 1993, then became a tenured track professor in 2012.
Over 30 years, Thompson held various positions, guided by her passion to create a more just and inclusive world and to prioritize the wellbeing of those around her. Her research in engineering education, focusing on equitable classroom practices, integrated learning and institutional change, raised $11.8 million.
Please join us to celebrate her legacy on Thursday, June 6, from 1-3 p.m. in Building 192, Room 220.
Cal Poly Arts - May 30
Choir! Choir! Choir!
Get ready to sing your way through the greatest of the greatest songs of all time with this EPIC Anthems Sing-Along!
This fully interactive, participatory show turns audience into performer — so get ready to laugh, dance and SING your hearts out with hundreds of other music-lovers just like you. They teach, you sing! Everyone wins! This event has a 20% staff and faculty discount available.
Cal Poly Alumni
Last Chance for Cal Poly Night with the San Francisco Giants
Tickets are almost sold out for Cal Poly Night at Oracle Park! Join Cal Poly alumni Friday, July 25, as the San Francisco Giants take on the New York Mets.
You’ll also score an exclusive Cal Poly x Giants hoodie with your ticket purchase. Don’t miss your chance to rep Cal Poly in the heart of San Francisco.