President's Council

Cal Poly Pomona's President's Council is a membership society of university friends and civic and corporate leaders who have the vision to recognize that support of public higher education is important to the future of our community and the nation. They believe in the value of education, appreciate the rich legacy of Cal Poly Pomona, and share a commitment to ensuring the university's future success. They further support Cal Poly Pomona's mission to advance knowledge and prepare students for lifelong learning, leadership and careers in a changing, multicultural world.

Role of the President's Council

The President's Council serves as an executive-level advisory group to the President. Member's experiences, expertise and views provide invaluable input to the shape and direction of the university and its many programs. Members of this prestigious group serve as the university's ambassadors of good will, promoting the ideals of higher education in general and specifically the interests of Cal Poly Pomona.

Through member contributions and support, the Council provides the major source of discretionary resources to the Office of the President. This enables the President to enhance the educational experience of students, provide supplementary support for faculty research and scholarship, improve educational programs, contribute to university outreach efforts and recognize outstanding student achievements.

Programs Supported by the President's Council include the following:

President's Council Scholars Program

This program honors outstanding Cal Poly Pomona upper division students by presenting them with a significant scholarship and providing opportunities to interact with the President and members of the President's Council.

Research and Scholarship

The Council provides supplementary funding to support research and scholarships, augmenting major areas in the direct need of additional financial support.

VIP Visitors Program

Key legislators, trustees and dignitaries are often brought to campus to visit with faculty, staff and students and learn more about the university's mission.

Greatest Need Fund

This enables the President to direct resources to projects, issues or needs at his discretion.

Membership Levels

Membership on the President's Council is extended by invitation to those demonstrating a personal and financial commitment to fulfilling the Council's objectives. Members are typically business and community leaders who have excelled in their professional fields and who have demonstrated a record of public service. There are three levels of membership, each with a portfolio of benefits:

  • Basic
  • Roundtable
  • Executive Roundtable

Membership Benefits and Activities

Many President's Council members gladly support critical university needs without concern for personal benefit. The opportunity to leave a legacy of achievement and support is considered the real membership benefit, as well as interacting with other business and community leaders in an exclusive setting.

Recognizing that Council members have increased demands on their public and personal schedules, the university plans a limited number of exclusive events for its Council members each year, related directly to their membership level.

All Members Receive the Following Core Benefits:

Invitations to select lectures, performing arts, art exhibits, cultural and athletic events.

  • Invitations to select lectures, performing arts, art exhibits, cultural and athletic events.
  • Subscriptions to university publications such as PolyTrends, PolyFriends, Panorama and the Annual Report.
  • Complimentary campus parking passes upon request.
  • Cal Poly Pomona Library privileges upon request.
  • Direct access to the university through the Office of University Advancement.

All Members are Invited to the Following Exclusive University Activities:

President's Annual Gala

This is an annual dinner celebration hosted by the President for members of the President's Council and other major support groups of the university. In the pas, for example, Council members enjoyed a scenic dinner cruise on a private yacht.

President's Council Scholar Reception and Ceremony

President's Council Scholar recipients are awarded with a scholarship and a medallion at the formal reception for the students and family members. Council members, scholarship benefactors and key university guests are invited to this exclusive event.

Day at the Races

Enjoy a day at the Santa Anita Race Park in the fall. VIP seating is provided in the Director's Room of the Turf Club where an elaborate lunch is served and members enjoy thoroughbred horse racing at its finest.

Roundtable and Executive Roundtable Level Membership

Roundtable Level and Executive Roundtable Level members receive the previous benefits plus are invited as our guests to the following:

  • Annual Founders' Celebration This signature campus annual gala features dinner, dancing, music, auctions, celebrity hosts, receptions and more.
  • Roundtable Dinner at Manor House
    This is an exclusive dinner with the President for members and guests at the President's on-campus residence, the Manor House.

The Following Benefits are for Executive Roundtable Members

  • Annual Pasadena Tournament of Roses
    Enjoy the tradition of watching the university's Rose Parade float at VIP sideline seating with the students who built and decorated the university's entry.
  • Dinner & Dialogue with the Dean
    Enjoy a hosted lunch or dinner on campus with the dean and related staff of your preferred college or school.

Support Levels

Executive Roundtable Level ($10,000)

  • Seating for two at Roundtable Dinner at Manor House
  • Seating for four at Day at the Races
  • Seating for four at President's Annual Gala
  • Seating for four at Founders' Celebration
  • Two Rose Parade Tickets and VIP tour
  • Dinner & Dialogue with the Dean
  • Seating for two at President's Council Scholar Reception
  • Event invitations, parking passes, library privileges, direct campus access
  • $2,500 support in your name to school/college of your choice

Roundtable Level ($5,000)

  • Seating for two at Roundtable Dinner at Manor House
  • Seating for two at Day at the Races
  • Seating for two at President's Annual Gala
  • Seating for two at Founders' Celebration
  • Seating for two at President's Council Scholar Reception
  • Event invitations, parking passes, library privileges, direct campus access
  • $1,000 support in your name to school/college of your choice

Basic Level ($1,500)

  • Seating for two at Day at the Races
  • Seating for two at President's Annual Gala
  • Seating for two at President's Council Scholar Reception
  • Event invitations, parking passes, library privileges, direct campus access

President's Council members who wish to become more involved with the university are welcome to serve on advisory committees, guest lecture in classes, meet with faculty and students, or participate in many other campus activities.

Membership Information

President's Council memberships are on an annual basis. If you would like more information about how you can lend your leadership to the exclusive President's Council, please contact:

Associate Vice President for University Development
Office of University Advancement
Cal Poly Pomona
3801 W. Temple Ave.
Pomona, CA 91768
(909) 869-4996 or (800) 722-5765
support@csupomona.edu
www.csupomona.edu/~advancement