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Cal Poly Holiday Cheese Boxes Feature Student-Made Products

Cal Poly Creamery gift boxes are a great way to support student success and share your Mustang pride this holiday season. Gift box combinations have been updated with exciting new products including a Cal Poly Rodeo themed box, as well as traditional favorites. You can choose from a variety of favorite selections, including the award-winning Gouda and the specialty Brie. Order by Dec. 4 to guarantee holiday delivery. Stay tuned on social media for updates and visit the Cal Poly Creamery online at calpolycreamery.com. Thank you for supporting our students and Cal Poly’s Learn by Doing tradition!

Events

One Health Informational Meeting Friday

If you are a staff or faculty member interested in the intersection of human, animal and environmental health, please join a group of leading faculty on Friday, Nov. 1, from 1:10-2 p.m. in 10-241 for an informational and planning meeting about developing a One Health academic program at Cal Poly.

“One Health is a collaborative, multisectoral, and transdisciplinary approach — working at the local, regional, national, and global levels — with the goal of achieving optimal health outcomes recognizing the interconnection between people, animals, plants, and their shared environment (CDC).”

Academic opportunities in One Health will allow students to develop cross-disciplinary skills and pursue unique research collaborations while addressing urgent contemporary issues such as climate change, public health, zoonotic diseases, vector-borne diseases, antimicrobial resistance, food safety and food security and environmental contamination.

All disciplines welcome!

Contact Laura Backus lbackus@calpoly.edu with any questions.

Student News

CAFES Ambassadors at National FFA Convention

Six CAFES Ambassadors traveled to Indianapolis, Indiana, to participate in the National FFA Convention from Oct. 22-25. Senior Ambassadors Anna Bibby, Megan Dixon, Kaylen Jaime, Garret Gomes, Lars Holien and Macy Lloyd met with prospective students at the annual event, sharing their love of Cal Poly. They engaged with attendees, educating many on California agriculture and the Learn by Doing opportunities Cal Poly offers.

Research News

Iberian Pig Research

Animal Science Associate Professor Rodrigo Manjarin and Biological Sciences Assistant Professor Magdelena Majare studying Iberian pigs right here on Cal Poly’s campus. The research provides many Learn by Doing opportunities for undergraduate students who are interested in doing biomedical research. From examining the effects of pesticides on a pig’s body including neurological influences to investigating the etiology and pathophysiology of metabolic disorders in children, these fascinating pigs from Spain serve as excellent models for better understanding similar physiological effects in humans.

Student News

Summer 2025 Program in Costa Rica

Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences Professor Nicholas Babin is leading an eight-week, 12-unit study abroad program in the summer of 2025 to Costa Rica. The application opens Dec. 1. Check out the upcoming info sessions to learn more:

Thursday, Oct. 24, from 11:10 a.m. to noon in Bldg. 52, Room D-27.
Thursday, Oct. 31 from 11:10 a.m. to noon on Zoom (https://calpoly.zoom.us/j/86590178562)
Thursday, Nov. 14 from 11:10 a.m. to noon in Bldg. 52, Room E-28.
Thursday, Nov. 21 from 11:10 a.m. to noon on Zoom (https://calpoly.zoom.us/j/85290295441)
Thursday, Jan. 23 from 11:10 a.m. to noon on Zoom (https://calpoly.zoom.us/j/85258493136).

Visit this page for additional details and to submit an application.

Student News

Livestock Judging Team at Cow Palace

The Cal Poly Livestock Judging Team recently competed at Cow Palace in Daly City, California placing as the second overall high team and second for reasons. The 2024-25 team members include Savanna Barcellos (fourth in sheep, fourth in swine, fifth overall), Ty Gamble (eighth overall), Bryce Eames (tenth overall), Maddy Cameron and Grace Peek. The team is coached by Morgan Wonderly.

Student News

Cal Poly at the Global Produce and Floral Show

The Agribusiness and Agricultural Education and Communication Departments traveled to Atlanta, Georgia for the Global Produce and Floral Show hosted by the International Fresh Produce Association. Students participated in the Pack Family Career Pathways program which included mentorship, programming by the produce and floral industries. “It is a good opportunity for students to see a different part of agriculture, make industry connections and get acclimated into the industry,” said Professor James Bingaman.

General News

CAFES Connections: Fall Career Networking Event

The CAFES Connections: Fall Career Networking Event, planned for Nov. 6 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Swanson Center of Effort Conference Hall, is a perfect opportunity for students to meet and network with companies interested in connecting with the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences students. Students can attend this event to network and learn about full-time career, co-op, or internship opportunities, and come prepared for same-day or next-day interviews. Business attire is suggested. Read more about the event here.

AgWest Farm Credit
Althouse and Meade, Inc.
Altman Specialty Plants
American AgCredit
American Custom Meats, LLC
California Giant Berry Farms
Chef Ann Foundation
CoBank
Community Health Centers of the Central Coast
Dairy Farmers of America
Foster Farms
Fresno Madera Farm Credit
Golden State Farm Credit
Granite Construction
Grimmway Farms
Henry Miller Reclamation District #2131
Hilmar Cheese Company
HM CLAUSE

J.M. Smucker Company
J.R. Simplot CompanyKing Energy
LandCare
Leprino Foods Company
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power
Mendocino Family of Companies
Niagara Bottling
Nutrien
Oxbow Pool and Landscape Contractors
Phytech
Rincon Consultants, Inc.
Saputo
Sierra Pacific Industries
Syngenta
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
The Wine Group
The Wonderful Company LLC

Student News

Baker/Koob Endowment Application Now Open

The application window for the 2024-25 Baker and Koob Endowments is now open. These grants support hands-on, project-based learning for Cal Poly students, funding travel, research, competitions, and more. Open to all majors, the endowments encourage cross-disciplinary collaboration. Eligible undergraduate and graduate students must apply by Thursday, Nov. 14. Applications require a faculty advisor and a letter of support. Encourage your students to visit the link below for details on how to apply.  Read more about the endowment.

Events

Groundbreaking Ceremony

Save the date: The Charles and Claire Jacobson Animal Health Center groundbreaking ceremony will be held Friday, Nov. 8. A reception will be held at 2 p.m., followed by the groundbreaking ceremony at 2:30 p.m. RVSP here.

The Charles and Claire Jacobson Animal Health Center is set to become an interactive, experiential animal facility that embraces hands-on, Learn by Doing, supporting the next generation of leaders in veterinary medicine, animal healthcare and animal agriculture. This building will reinforce teaching, research, and clinical training for animal science students in a modern, state-of-the-art facility that will meeting the growing demand for animal health and science professionals. Read more about it here: https://cafes.calpoly.edu/giving/animal-health-center.

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