Poly Alumni E-Newsletter - September 2011

Poly @lumni E-Newsletter

SEPTEMBER 2011

Fall is full of traditions: L.A. County Fair, Fall Career Fair, Matt’s Run, and the always popular Pumpkin Festival. Find out what’s new with the Alumni Association at the annual meeting on Sept. 13. Also, be sure to buy your tickets for the Shakespeare Festival’s “Richard III,” which opens next week. This issue of Poly Alumni spotlights Katie Murtough, (’11, animal science and anthropology) who demonstrates the importance and excitement of a hands-on education.

Shakespeare Festival Presents "Richard III"
September 10 - October 2 – Tickets for the Southern California Shakespeare Festival's "Richard III" are now on sale. Friday and Saturday shows are at 8 p.m., and Sunday shows are at 2 p.m. in the Studio Theatre (Building 25). Tickets are $15 for general admission.

Alumni Association Annual Meeting
September 13 – The Alumni Association will host its annual meeting in a new location, South Hills Country Club. Join fellow alumni for an evening of networking, meet the association's board of directors and learn what's happening in the Alumni Association and your alma mater. There is no cost to attend. To RSVP, email cpalumni@csupomona.edu or call (866) 277-2586.

Washington D.C. Alumni Event
September 14 – The annual Back to College Night sponsored by the California State Society in Washington, D.C., takes place in the Rayburn House Office Building cafeteria from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. All alumni are welcome to attend and meet fellow CSU alumni and representatives from Cal Poly Pomona. To RSVP, email the Office of Alumni Affairs at cpalumni@csupomona.edu or call (866) 277-2586.

Yunan Dance Troupe
September 18 – The Yunan Dance Troupe will perform at 7 p.m. in the University Theatre. There is no cost to attend but tickets are required. To pick up a ticket, visit the International Center in Building 1, room 10, by Sept. 16. For questions, call International Center at (909) 869-3267.

Evening at the Ball Park
September 23 – Enjoy baseball and networking at Angel Stadium at the annual Evening at the Ball Park event, sponsored by the College of Business Administration Alumni Chapter. A pre-game mixer will take place at 5 p.m. at OC Sports Grill; appetizers will be served. Reserve your Field Box seats by Sept. 12. For questions, contact the Office of Alumni Affairs at cpalumni@csupomona.edu or (866) 277-2586.

Cal Poly Pomona Day at the Fair
September 25 – Celebrate Cal Poly Pomona day at the Los Angeles County Fair. President and Mrs. Ortiz, along with several student groups, will march in the parade at 1 p.m. Alumni can receive $5 admission if they present the alumni coupon.

Fall Career Fair
October 11 – The Career Center will host the Fall Career Fair in the University Quad from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Parking is $5. For more information, contact the Career Center.

Engineering/High Tech Job Fair
October 12 – The Career Center will host the Engineering/High Tech Job Fair in the University Quad from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Parking is $5. For more information contact the Career Center.

Exclusive Pumpkin Festival Preview for Alumni
October 13 – Alumni Association members are invited to a free exclusive Pumpkin Festival preview at 5:30 p.m., hosted by the College of Business Administration Alumni Chapter. For more information and to RSVP, contact the Office of Alumni Affairs at (866) 277-2586 or cpalumni@csupomona.edu.

Matt's Run
October 15 – The 6th Annual Matthews Myers 5k Run/Walk begins at 8 a.m. at the Arabian Horse Center. This event supports the Matthew Myers Memorial Fund, which provides student scholarships. Check-in is at 7:30 a.m., and day-of registration begins at 6:30 a.m.

Pumpkin Festival
October 15-16 – Pick your own pumpkins, play fair games and taste a variety of specialty foods at the 19th Annual Pumpkin Festival, hosted by the College of Agriculture. The festival, which is free, will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at AGRIscapes. For more information, call the festival hotline at (909) 869-2215.

Insect Fair
October 15-16 – Hundreds of thousands of creepy crawlies, live and preserved, will be on display at the Insect Fair, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Bronco Student Center. Visitors can try edible insects, buy jewelry, watch roach races and visit the petting zoo. Admission is $6 for adults, $4 students and children 3-12 years, and children under 2 are free.

Supporting Students with Disabilities Workshop
October 20 – Alumni, teachers and students are invited to attend a workshop on Supporting Students with Disabilities in the General Education Classroom, hosted by the Education Alumni Group and CEIS Council. Guest speaker Trena Spurlock will conduct an interactive session from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Bronco Student Center. Parking and lunch are included in the $35 registration fee.

Alumni Association's Golf Tournament
October 24 – Join the Alumni Association for a round of golf at the annual Alumni Association Golf Tournament. This year's tournament will be held at the private South Hills Country Club in West Covina. Shotgun start is at 8 a.m. For more information, call the Office of Alumni Affairs at (909) 869-2963.

Katie Murtough
’11, Animal Science and Anthropology

From caring for Bengal tigers to excavating a 17th century settlement in Poland to working at a body farm in Tennessee, Katie Murtough's five years at Cal Poly Pomona have been packed with action and education.

Shortly after the animal science and anthropology double major walked across the commencement stage in June, she flew halfway around the world to start a new adventure. Murtough spent seven weeks in Rwanda exhuming, cataloging and studying gorilla skeletons. The research trip immediately immersed her into the doctoral program in hominid paleobiology -- the study of early human ancestors and our development as a species -- at George Washington University in the nation's capital. Murtough was not only accepted into the highly competitive program -- only three or four students are admitted each year -- she also earned a fellowship covering tuition and living expenses.

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Federal Grant Promotes High School Talent
Cal Poly Pomona will receive a $230,000 grant to help 500 low-income high school students prepare for college via a program called Talent Search. Students from the Chino Valley Unified School District will receive tutoring and advising at their schools, as well as attend weekend workshops and summer programs at Cal Poly Pomona. The program culminates in a graduation celebrating where the students will be attending college.

The Modern Student
Peggy Kelly sees the differences whenever she steps into the Quad. Jack Fong does as well from his classroom. And Ray Wang has perhaps the best vantage point of all — the second floor of the library. What they are witnessing is one of the most significant changes at Cal Poly Pomona in its 73 years. It isn’t the new buildings, the environmental initiatives or even the hiring of some of the best minds in academia. It’s the students.

Summer Bridge Preps Freshmen for College
Devon Graves entered the Summer Bridge program with a fear of college common among incoming freshmen. “People say you’ll get lost, that you’re one of 20,000,” Graves said. “Now I’m one of only 96.” Graves described his growth and new confidence as a participant in the Summer Bridge program, which gives incoming freshmen from historically underrepresented groups a chance to familiarize themselves with college life and bond with other newcomers.

Fresh Produce Year-Round at Hydroponics Lab
It’s easy to find locally grown, vine-ripened tomatoes in the summer. But come November or February or April, it’s nearly impossible. The AGRIscapes greenhouse, one of the few places that produce perennially fresh tomatoes and crisp lettuce, will expand its hydroponics operation. Beginning this summer, tomato production will increase from 150 plants to 600, and lettuce will grow from 1,800 heads to more than 2,500.

To keep up with Cal Poly Pomona news and events, visit PolyCentric.

Agriculture
Hot Stuff: Eat At Your Own Risk
Photo gallery: Horsehill Vineyards grape harvest

Athletics
Tobias Jahn Returns to Germany to Start Pro Career
Taijeron Set to Play in NYP All-Star Game Tuesday
Broncos Picked to Finish Second in South Division
Broncos Set Record in CCAA Academic Selections

Business Administration
Building Complex Construction Update & Webcam

Collins College of Hospitality Management
Collins Hospitality Society Alumni Mixer
A Little Magic
Green Eggs and Ham

Engineering
Gearing Up for Engineering Education
Leadership Changes in the College of the Extended University
Transportation Engineering Chapter Honored

Environmental Design
ENV China Program: "Urban Strategies in Historic Beijing"

Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences
Major Upgrade for Music Recording Studios
Richardson Steps Down as Dean of CLASS

Science
Srinivas to Continue as Interim Dean for Science
Physics Department is Renamed

"Beaumont: Water district hires new general manager" – Riverside Press-Enterprise (7/16)
Eric Fraser ('90, engineering technology), who has spent two decades in the water industry, is the new general manager of the Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District.

"Chandler to receive honor" – Napa Valley Register (7/19)
Jack Chandler ('62, landscape architecture) has been elevated to the Council of Fellows by the American Society of Landscape Architects.

"Lapworth has done it all at River Ridge" – Ventura County Star (7/12)
Jason Lapworth ('10, plant sciences), superintendent for River Ridge's Victoria Lakes course, is a classic example of what focus, hard work and determination can produce.

Horsehill Rosé On Sale For $5
Summertime is made for rosé, and we are happy to offer a bargain price on our 2010 Horsehill Vineyards Rosé. This food-friendly wine is being sold for $5 a bottle. Cal Poly Pomona’s boutique wine is offered while supplies last at the Farm Store at Kellogg Ranch. Summertime also brings a bounty of Cal Poly Pomona-grown produce. Fresh squeezed orange juice, melons and the infamously hot ghost pepper are just some of the local fare available at the store. Store hours are 7 days a week from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Career Center Clothes Closet
Donate your gently used professional attire to the Career Center’s Career Closet. The Career Closet provides students with professional clothing for interviews, career fairs, conferences, or for the first week of work.

Latino Professional Alumni Chapter members RAICES is now the Latino Professional Alumni Chapter
The Latino Professional Alumni Chapter (LPAC) is revitalizing its image and attitude. LPAC President Yanet Garcia and the Executive Board are planning great networking events to connect alumni and friends. In November, LPAC will host the first Big 5 CSU-Alumni Networking Mixer, featuring CSULB, CSUF, CSUN, CSULA and Cal Poly Pomona. For more information about the LPAC or upcoming events, email ygarcia1@csupomona.edu.

Kellogg Gym Seating/Renovation Campaign
Support Bronco Athletics by providing a personal legacy and recognizing a special person in your life. The Kellogg Gym Seating/Renovation Campaign will bring fans closer to the action, while providing a modern and comfortable seating experience. Leave your mark in Kellogg Gym by sponsoring a seat.

Annual Membership Special – Buy a Year, Get One Free
It’s a great time to be a Bronco! Join the Cal Poly Pomona Alumni Association today and start enjoying all of the great benefits of being a member. One way the university is nationally ranked is by the percentage of active members in the Alumni Association. Sign up today.

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Your alumni benefits include a special discounted rate on auto insurance and home insurance from Liberty Mutual. We're proud to provide our members with a great benefit from a Fortune 100 company that protects millions of people in the country. (Discounts and savings are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state. To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten; not all applicants may qualify.)

Stay in Touch
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E-Mail Alumni Email Account For Life Now Available
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