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December 2009/January 2010 |
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Happy Holidays! Start the new year with a beloved tradition. “Jungle Cuts,” the Cal Poly Rose Parade Float, is the university’s 62nd entry in the Rose Parade in Pasadena. This year, fans can vote online for their favorite float, and students need your help to win this award. Later in January, the W. Keith and Janet Kellogg University Art Gallery will exhibit paintings from alumnus Don Huntley’s art collection, featuring scenes from the American West. This issue of Poly @lumni spotlights Harry Soo, ’93, MBA, who is lighting up the competitive barbecue circuit.
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Advocate for Cal Poly Pomona and the CSU
 December 17 – President Michael Ortiz, who has said repeatedly that the solution to the budget crisis afflicting higher education must be found in Sacramento, is taking his concerns to elected leaders in a series of meetings with local legislators. In the past week, he has met with Assembly members Norma Torres, Anthony Adams and Ed Hernandez and was joined by dozens of faculty, staff, students and parents. He will meet with Assemblyman Bill Emmerson (R-63rd District) on December 17 at 2:15 p.m. at 10681 Foothill Blvd. #325 in Rancho Cucamonga.
 ‘Window to the West’ Art Exhibit
January 12 - February 20 – Drawn from the Don Huntley Western Art Collection, “Window to the West” features oil on canvas paintings that glimpse into the American West, including landscapes, wildlife, cowboy and buckaroo art, and Native American art. The W. Keith and Janet Kellogg University Art Gallery is open Tuesday to Friday, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. For more information, call (909) 869-4302.
 Engineering/Hi-Tech Job Fair
January 29 – Engineers, get your resumes ready! Meet with more than 160 recruiters
from the engineering and hi-tech industry from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kellogg Gym. For more information, contact Veronica Moy at (909) 869-2341 or vtmoy@csupomona.edu.
San Joaquin Valley Agriculture Alumni Reunion
February 10 – Join College of Agriculture Dean Les Young and representatives from Cal Poly Pomona for an evening of dining, reuniting and fun from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Visalia Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference Center. For more info, visit www.csupomona.edu/~agri/news/alumnireunion.shtml.
 Hospitality Career Expo
February 18 – The Collins College of Hospitality Management and the Career Center will host the annual hospitality career expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the college. More than 50 companies will be participating in this expo. Also, the Collins College Alumni Chapter will be hosting a breakfast open house for alumni. For more information about the event, contact Donna Dannan at (909) 869-4191 or ddannan@csupomona.edu.
Writing Workshop for Teachers
February 27 – Cal Poly Pomona’s Partners in Education Alumni Affiliate Group presents “Writing to Meet California Standards for Language Arts.” This Saturday workshop features award-winning educator and author Deana Hippie. For more info, visit www.csupomona.edu/education. |
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Harry Soo
’ 93, Master's in Business Administration
When it comes to barbecue, Harry Soo is more than a pit master who watches the flame and mops on sauce. He’s also a conductor of a symphony of flavors.
“If you want your barbecue to taste good, you’ve got to have layers and layers of flavors. It’s like conducting an orchestra with all the different sections,” he says.
What was once a hobby is now a competitive sport for Soo, who works as an IT manager. From April through October, barbecue competitions dominate his schedule, and he races to cook the very best chicken, pork, pork ribs and beef brisket. Soo sums up the challenge: “To win first in one category is tough. To win in two categories is extremely difficult. To win three is impossible, and to win all four has never been done before.” Read more... |
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What have you been doing lately? Keep us posted by submitting your class notes, which are also posted online. Take a moment and let your classmates learn about you by clicking here! |
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 President's Fall Quarter Video Message
The unprecedented budget cuts have dominated the dialogue at every level at Cal Poly Pomona, President Ortiz says in his fall quarter video message. Students, faculty and staff have personally felt the negative impact and have expressed their anger and frustration. Read more...
 STEM Program Gets a Boost
Time Warner Cable, as part of an initiative to boost STEM education, has donated $15,000 to Cal Poly Pomona to help promote science, technology, engineering and mathematics education, known as STEM, to economically disadvantaged students. The announcement came on Nov. 16 at Montvue Elementary School in Pomona, while fifth- and sixth-grade students showed their robotics skills. Read more...
 Fellowship Expands Hydrology Expertise
Years ago, hydrology was considered an elective in Cal Poly Pomona's civil engineering program; but not anymore. Now more than ever, students need to know how rainfall, soil water and sediment transport can affect environmental engineering projects over time -- particularly, how they impact overall sustainability and environmental protection. Read more...
 Engineers Honored by State Assembly
The California Assembly has honored 31 engineering students for their success in designing and constructing a device that identifies marbles into various containers based on their color. Presented by Assemblyman Curt Hagman, the award also recognizes Professor Mariappan "Jawa" Jawaharlal for his innovative teaching in the Introduction to Mechanical Design course. Read more...
To keep up with Cal Poly Pomona news and events, visit PolyCentric. |
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Alumni Association Board of Directors Nominations
The Alumni Association's executive committee is accepting nominations for director positions. The board of directors meets four times a year, and directors are expected to attend meetings, serve on a committee and participate in programs and events. For more information or to receive an application, contact Melissa Riordan at mjlongo@csupomona.edu.
 Vote for ‘Jungle Cuts’ to Win Viewer’s Choice Award in
Rose Parade
The Cal Poly Rose Parade float, recipient of last year’s inaugural Viewers’ Choice Trophy, is looking to be a cut above the competition again on New Year’s Day – but it can’t win without your help. The public will pick its favorite via an online vote, and the float team from Pomona and San Luis Obispo is counting on your support to help bring home the award. Read more...
 Horsehill Vineyards 2009 Rosé
Stop by The Restaurant at Kellogg Ranch and pick up a bottle of Horsehill Vineyards 2009 Zinfandel Rosé. The wine sells for $14 a bottle. Horsehill Vineyards 2009 Zinfandel is also available for $20 a bottle. For order forms, a tasting note and history of the Cal Poly Pomona wine project, visit www.horsehill.csupomona.edu.
 Southern California Tasting & Auction
A festive celebration of tastes, sights, and sounds awaits guests on Sunday, May 2, at the third annual Southern California Tasting & Auction on the Cal Poly Pomona campus. Nearly 800 university friends and alumni are expected to enjoy this convivial open-air gathering in support of student scholarships and academic enrichment opportunities. Read more...
 Become an Alumni Mentor Today!
Join hundreds of alumni mentors who are making a difference in students' lives by sharing their knowledge and expertise. This e-mentoring program allows students to receive practical career advice. Students can search for mentors by major, occupation or special interest. Click here to sign up now.
 Cal Poly Pomona Alumni Association on LinkedIn
Join the official Cal Poly Pomona Alumni Association Group and get linked to a network of more than 15,000 alumni. To become a member of this growing network, click here.
 Lifetime Alumni Email Account Now Available
You've asked, we've listened! In an effort to better serve our alumni, the Office of Alumni Affairs updated the Alumni Email For Life Forwarding System. You now have access to a totally free Cal Poly Pomona Email Account hosted by Microsoft. Register today!
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