College of Agriculture (California State Polytechnic University Pomona)

Events

Sunday, June 16, 2002
2:00 p.m.
University Quad

Commencement Speaker

John E. Trei, Associate Dean of the College of Agriculture is retiring this year having served 28 years at Cal Poly Pomona.

Dr. Trei has been the Chief Operations Officer for the college for the past 8 years. He is a professor in the Department of Animal and Veterinary Sciences having served as Associate Professor, Unit Manager, Professor and Department Chair during his tenure. His teaching and research specialty is animal nutrition with an emphasis on ruminant nutrition.

Dr. Trei has authored or coauthored over 40 scientific publications and has served as major professor to over 20 graduate students. He is a member of numerous professional organizations including the American Society of Animal Science, American Registry of Professional Animal Scientist and past President of CA/NV Chapter, past Chairman of the California Animal Nutrition Council and a member of the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology. He is also former president of the Cal Poly Pomona Chapter of Sigma X (natural research society), Gamma Sigma Delta (natural agriculture honorary), and Kiwanis Club of Pomona.

Prior to joining Cal Poly Pomona, Dr. Trei was employed by Smith Kline and Frank Laboratories in Philadelphia, PA. During his 8 years with the Research and Development Division, Smith Kline Animal Health Products, he was appointed as senior scientist, project leader, and assistant manager of field development. He has been issued a number of patents and has received numerous professional awards and recognitions.

Dr. Trei received his B.S. degree in Animal Science from the University of Illinois and his M.S. and Ph.D. in Agricultural Biochemistry and Nutrition from the University of Arizona.

John has been married to his wife, Elaine, for 36 years and they have two married daughters living in the San Diego area. They also have six grandchildren.

John and Elaine will be retiring to the San Diego area.

General Information

Line-up will begin at 1:00 p.m. sharp. Please line-up between buildings 5 and 8 (Science & CLASS) by department according to your major. Banners will designate your department.
You will be given a card with your name on it. Please check the mailing address on the card and print your name phonetically. This card will assist the people who are announcing the names. Carry the card with you and it will be collected as you approach the stage to receive your certificate.
When your department is called, graduates will proceed to the seating area, following behind their department faculty. There will be a bottle of iced water under your seat.
When it is time to walk to the stage, ushers will assist you. After your name is read you will be handed a certificate. Take the certificate in your left hand. You will shake hands with President Suzuki, Dean Bidlack and your Department Chair. Graduate students will be hooded by their major professor. You will exit the front of the stage and return to your seat.

Caps & Gowns
Caps and gowns will be available for purchase beginning April 16 at the Bronco Bookstore. The cost for the cap and gown will be $31.00-$35.00.

Honor Cords
Gold honor cords will be available from the Registrar's Office in the CLA Bldg. (98). Green honor cords (for Gamma Sigma Delta) will be available in the Dean's Office (Building 2, Room 216) for pick up beginning Monday, June 3.

Parking
Parking for graduates and guests will be in Lot J. If you have a special parking need, please contact the Dean's Office. There will be special parking for the handicapped. If you need a map of the campus to send to your invited guests, they are available in the Dean's Office.

Seating
There will be no reserved seating; ample seating will be available. There will be a designated area for handicapped seating.

Reception
For graduates, family and friends, there will be a reception immediately following the ceremony in front of Building 8. Take this opportunity to be congratulated by your professors and introduce your families.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL GRADUATES!