Spotlight

Student Success Fee

The Provost, in consultation with campus constituencies, has submitted a proposal to implement a Student Success Fee effective fall quarter 2012. The fee is intended to maintain high quality academic programs and Cal Poly’s Learn by Doing reputation by helping to offset continuing severe budget reductions in state support.
Read more about the proposal

Cal Poly Statement on Commitment to Community (pdf)

The Cal Poly community values a broad and inclusive campus learning experience where its members embrace core values of mutual respect, academic excellence, open inquiry, free expression and respect for diversity.

Alcohol Abuse Programs and Resources

One of the great hindrances to student academic and personal success at Cal Poly, like
most universities, is the abuse of alcohol and it remains a very serious concern for all of
us at the University. Read more about programs and resources for alcohol abuse.

Chandler Award

The Chandler Award, named in honor of Dr. Everett and Mrs. Arlene Chandler, replaces the Student Affairs Outstanding Staff Award. See the awards and photos page for more information.

WASC Update

In June, following a site visit and report by the visiting team, the WASC Commission received our Capacity and Prepartory (CPR) Report and continued our accreditation into the Education Effectiveness Review (EER).

Events

September 2011

Student Affairs Fall Gathering: September 29, 2011 (Chumash Auditorium) ( pdf)

October 2011

Student Affairs Council 2-Day Retreat: October 27-28, 2011 (PCV/Conf Rooms)

Welcome

Hello. I am Preston Allen, Interim Vice President for Student Affairs at Cal Poly State University. Through your review of the Division of Student Affairs website my colleagues and I invite you to learn more about the instrumental role the Division of Student Affairs plays in curricular and co-curricular experiences of students enrolled at the University. The many programs, services and activities offered by a talented and dedicated staff provide opportunities for the personal and collective development of students, staff and faculty in a diverse and engaged community.
Read the entire welcome message