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November 11: Veterans Day. Classes will not be in session, and offices/departments will be closed. Centerpointe will be open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Through November 30: Signup for Spring 2022 4 installments + down payment tuition plan open. Student Accounting & Cashiering Services offers an installment payment plan so you can pay your tuition/fees over several months. If you enroll early, you have more time and smaller payments. Learn more and sign up here.
Through December 2: Winter 2021 general registration continues. Winter intersession is a term that typically consists of of highly-specialized courses in a 2-week or 4-week format. Look out for more information from the Registrar's Office or your department about specific course offerings. Please note that there is no federal or state financial aid specific to winter sessions.
Through March 2: Priority Filing period opens for 2022-23 FAFSA and CA Dream Act applications. March 2 seems like a long time away, but take the time to do this now so you don't forget. Fill out the FAFSA here or the CA Dream Act here. You can also check out the Financial Aid & Scholarships workshop calendar here.
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Keep tabs on the Safer Return website. Review info about our return to campus here.
Sign up for the 2021-22 Cultural & Identity Spaces Listening Tour. This tour will explore ideas around elevating resources and support for our Cultural Centers and other advocacy efforts at our university. Learn more and sign up here.
The Bronco Computer Lab is now open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The lab, located on the first floor of the University Library, will be open 24/7 now through December 23 at 5 p.m. You'll need your Bronco ID card to access the lab. Find a map here.
The Poly Trolley is back. The food truck is parked by the University Library Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Read more here.
Watch for Instant Access charges for Winter and Spring 2022. In November, look for emails about Instant Access e-book charges for Winter and Spring 2022 courses. The messages will come from “Cal Poly Pomona Bronco Bookstore (no-reply@verbasoftware.com)” so flag that address as not spam. Instant Access digital materials should be accessible from links or modules in Canvas by the first day of class. December 22 is the deadline to opt out for Winter 2022, and February 7, 2022 for Spring 2022.
The ENV print lab is now offering new discounted prices. The lab in Building 3, room 164 provides fast, high quality printing from the latest plotters and printers, laser cutting, large scans and 3D printing. Services are available for all CPP students. See the hours here.
Take an elective at the Lyle Center. Interested in learning about sustainability and regenerative theories? All CPP majors are invited to take electives and GE classes at the Lyle Center for Regenerative Studies, the campus's 16-acre "living laboratory" and the CSU's first carbon-neutral facility. Learn more here and browse Spring 2022 classes here.
Subscribe to the Center for Community Engagement Volunteer newsletter. Do you want to volunteer and give back to your community? Subscribe to receive biweekly emails about amazing local volunteer opportunities you can can take part in! It's the easiest way to learn about the many ways you can #LearnByDoingGood. Subscribe here.
Here's a reminder on events for student clubs/organizations. Student clubs and organizations are able to host in-person events on and off campus as long as they follow recommended best practices. These guidelines were sent and confirmed by all Presidents, Schedulers and Advisors back in September. Read them here.
Check out the Common Read. Students across CPP are reading Jamil Zaki's The War for Kindness. Learn about the book and check out the essay contest here.
Participate in a plant-based research study. Dr. Isom and Dr. Burns-Whitmore from the Department of Nutrition & Food Science are looking for volunteer research participants who are following vegetarianism, veganism, or omnivorous eating patterns, and are willing to complete a screening form. Then, participants will be asked to complete a 7-day food log for our study. If you are interested or have more questions, email kaisom@cpp.edu.
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Throughout Fall 2021: Safer Return Virtual Town Halls. Do you have questions about Safer Return, the vaccine requirement or weekly public health testing? Every Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. during fall semester, the Safer Return Task Force will host a Virtual Town Hall on Zoom for the campus community to hear what’s happening and ask questions. All students, faculty and staff are invited to attend. See upcoming dates and register here.
Throughout Fall 2021: Office of Undergraduate Research Workshops. If you plan to do undergraduate research during your time at CPP, head to the Office of Undergraduate Research website and sign up for one of their fall workshops! It's the best way to get your research journey started. Find the calendar here.
Throughout Fall 2021: Fall Bronco Athletics. Volleyball and Men and Women's soccer are in full swing to start the fall semester, with in-person matchups available for you to attend on-campus for both teams. You can always see schedules or watch matchups online here, and download the official Broncos Athletics app here to stay even more connected.
Through February 13: LA Biblioteca: Artists’ Books from Los Angeles/Italia. Visit the Don B. Huntley on the fourth floor of the University Library to check out 32 handmade books by eight artists from various parts of Italy and eight artists from the Los Angeles area. Learn more here.
November 4: Avoiding Plagiarism Workshop. In this workshop, we will review Cal Poly Pomona’s definition of academic integrity, review some strategies and tips on paraphrasing and citations, and discuss how the misuse of online platforms can lead to an academic integrity violation. The workshop is from noon to 1 p.m. PT. RSVP and see other dates here.
November 4: Origami Hour. If you’re curious about scuba diving, this is the perfect place to SEA if it’s for you! We’ll answer your questions about diving while folding fun sea creatures using easy Origami techniques. The event is from noon to 1 p.m. RSVP here.
November 4: Trivia: Anime Night. Join us for a night of virtual trivia all about anime! Test your knowledge, win prizes, and have fun. The event is from 5 to 6 p.m. Register here.
November 5: Landscape Architecture and the Science of Climate Change: Wildfire. This series pair scientists with practicing landscape architects in themed discussions on research and design solutions for climate change. “Wildfire,” will feature Greg Kochanowski, partner and design principal at GGA+ and founder of The Wild, a nonprofit research lab focusing on the impacts of the climate crisis in urban environments; and Max Moritz, adjunct professor at the Bren School of Environmental Science and Management and a statewide wildfire specialist within the UC Cooperative Extension. The event is from noon to 1 p.m. Register here.
November 5: Pickleball Tournament. Pickleball is kind of a big DILL! Grab a partner and head to the Tennis Courts from 1 to 4 p.m. Register here.
November 5 & 19: Mindful Broncos. Join us for a series of group sessions where you'll learn actionable steps you can take to implement mindfulness practice into your daily routine. The sessions are from 3 to 3:45 p.m. Register here.
November 6, 7, 13 and 14: Lifeguard Course 2. This is the American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification course including CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid. Learn more and register here.
November 8-12: First-Gen Week. Join us in celebrating our first-generation student, staff and faculty community. See the event calendar here.
November 9: Michelle Obama in Conversation. CPP is one of a handful of universities invited to a virtual talk with the former first lady about her memoir "Becoming" (our CPP Common Read in 2019). The event is at 10 a.m. PT. Register by Nov. 5 using your CPP email address here. This event is not open to the general public.
November 9: Scuba's Lunch & Learn. The Campus Rec Scuba team wants you to enjoy free lunch at the BRIC pool while learning about scuba diving with ocean creatures, diver experiences, and fun facts about scuba diving. The event is from noon to 12:45 p.m. Register here.
November 9: Virtual Meet and Greet with the Office of Equity & Compliance (Title IX) and Survivor Advocacy Series. Stop by to say hi and learn more about these support services and resources. The meet and greet is from noon to 1 p.m. Get the Zoom link here.
November 9: Film Screening: "River's End: California's Latest Water War." The Lyle Center for Regenerative Studies is hosting its first in-person public event: a film screening of the award-winning documentary "River's End: California's Latest Water War" and a Q&A with director Jacob Morrison. The event kicks off at 1 p.m. at the Lyle Center Commons (Building 209). Find more info here.
November 9: Food is Fuel: A Healthy Holiday Guide. Join our Fitness team members Jorge and Natalia on Zoom to learn about science-backed nutrition tips to give your traditional holiday meals a healthy twist. The session is from 5 to 6 p.m. RSVP here.
November 10: Comedic Cosmetics. Join BEAT, Pride Center, and Survivor Advocacy Services (SAS) for a virtual, gender-inclusive makeup tutorial and Q&A with comedienne and dominatrix, Mistress K. Attendees will be given the chance to ask questions and engage in sex-positive talk with Mistress K. The event is from 5 to 6 p.m. Register here.
November 10: Building Better Budgets with PolyTransfer. This workshop will teach you how to build a budget from the ground up by understanding common budgeting terms, helping you identify key factors that influence your budget, and teaching you how to create a spreadsheet you can start budgeting with right away. The workshop is from 6 to 7 p.m. RSVP here.
November 10: Study Skills Workshop. This Learning Resource Center workshop is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Get the Zoom link here.
November 12: Art of Meditation. Join Andra as she guides you through a few simple mindfulness exercises focused on enhancing your five senses: sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell. The event is at the Bronco Commons from 10 to 11 a.m. Register here.
November 12: Esports Tournament feat. Super Smash Bros. Join us at the BRIC for a singles bracket: winners get a prize! The tournament is at the BRIC TV Lounge from 1 to 3 p.m. Register here.
November 13, 14, 20 and 21: Water Safety Instructor Training. This course trains instructor candidates to teach all of the courses presented in the Swimming and Water Safety program to all age groups. Learn more and register here.
November 16: Parenting Student Ally Training. The Children's Center, CAPS and the Parenting Broncos Club have partnered on an ally training around the CPP Parenting Student Community. The training is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register here.
November 16: Study Skills Workshop. This Learning Resource Center workshop is from noon to 1 p.m. Get the Zoom link here.
November 16: FAFSA/Dream Act Workshop. A Financial Aid & Scholarships representative will be available to help students and parents fill out the FAFSA or DREAM applications. The workshop is at noon. RSVP here.
November 16: Common Read Event with Author Jamil Zaki. The First Year Experience invites you to join a virtual event that will feature a discussion with Dr. Jamil Zaki, the author of our 2021-22 Common Read: The War for Kindness: Building Empathy in a Fractured World. The event is at 4 p.m. RSVP here.
November 16 & 18: Conspiracy Theories Workshops. In this workshop, we’re going to discuss the phenomena of conspiracy theories, what they are, how they work, why people believe in them, and contrast theories against real historical conspiracies, to see how conspiracies really work in the real world. The workshops are from 4 to 5 p.m. RSVP here for 11/16 and here for 11/18.
November 17: Test Prep Workshop. This Learning Resource Center workshop is from 11 a.m. to noon. Get the Zoom link here.
November 17: Picnic at the Plaza. Cozy up in the University Plaza and enjoy a picnic of fall fun! Enjoy eating individualized charcuterie boxes, making friendship bracelets, and taking photos as you unwind to the sounds of the water fountain. The event is from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Register here.
November 17: CSAC Cash for College Webinar. Have questions about FAFSA or the CA Dream Act application? Attend one of the CSAC Statewide Cash for College Webinars. The webinar is from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Register here.
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