CPP GIF of the Week: When it's only Wednesday of Week 1. Hang in there: it's going to be a great Spring 2023, Broncos!

February 3: Spring 2023 Add/Drop Period Ends. This will be your last opportunity to add to your schedule, adjust, or drop courses without receiving Ws. The unit limit is 18 units and the waitlist maximum is 10 units (waitlisted units count toward your limit).

February 4-17: Class Withdrawal Period. You can withdraw from classes in your Student Center, but will receive a "W" on your transcript.

February 10: Deadline to pay any outstanding fee balance for Spring 2023. Keep tabs on your BroncoDirect account balance to make sure your balance is $0. If you miss the deadline, you'll receive a registration hold for summer and fall 2023. Visit the Student Accounting & Cashiering Services website for more information about payment options.

February 10: Deadline to Opt Out of Instant Access Textbooks. Find more information on the Instant Access webpage.

Through March 2: Priority Filing Period for 2023-24 FAFSA and CA Dream Act applications. If you want to be considered for financial aid (grants, scholarships, work study and loans) at CPP in 2023-24, you'll need to fill out one of the financial aid applications: the priority filing period deadline is March 2, 2023. Visit StudentAid.gov to submit the FAFSA or CSAC.ca.gov for the CA Dream Act application. Both applications require 2021 tax information (yours and/or your parent's) and CPP’s school code (001144). 

2023-24 Common Read Nominations are open through February 17. CPP's largest book club is now accepting book nominations for the 2023-24 Common Read. The Office of Student Success, Equity and Innovation’s First Year Experience Committee is open to fiction and non-fiction books with themes of diversity and inclusion. In FYE courses, students read the selected book and participate in activities tied to the book’s themes. This community initiative encourages all CPP faculty, staff and students to read and engage with the same book. Learn more on the Common Read website and submit a book nomination online.

CPP Student Research, Scholarship and Creative Activities Conference. Apply today for the RSCA conference hosted at Cal Poly Pomona happening on Saturday, March 4, 2023. The deadline to apply is Monday, February 13. For more information visit the CPP RSCA website.

Apply for Scholarships through Scholarship Fest. The university is awarding more millions than ever! Hundreds of CPP scholarships are waiting to be awarded. Now is the perfect time to apply. Visit the CPP Scholarships website to for more information and to apply.

Save the Date for Spring Career Events. Join us for the upcoming Spring Career Events happening both in-person and virtually! Find more information on the Career center website.

Save the Date for the CPP Common Read author event. If you are in a First Year Experience course this academic year, you may have read the Common Read: "Braiding Sweetgrass." We're so excited to announce the author, Robin Wall Kimmerer, will be virtually visiting CPP to talk about her book and how simple living beings can offer us gifts and lessons. You're invited to attend the event on March 16 at 12 p.m. More details coming soon! For more information on "Braiding Sweetgrass," visit the Common Read website.

Register today for the NSF I-CORPS Spring 2023 Short Course. Join the three-day institute meeting where participants work together to translate their research, products, start-ups, technology, or ideas into the marketplace. The event will take place virtually on March 10 and April 7 with an in-person field trip on March 24. Participants will also learn how to qualify to apply to the NSF National Innovation Network Team Program with up to $50,000 in funding. The deadline to apply is February 19. To learn more, visit the Cal Poly Pomona I-Corps Website.

Take the 2023 Student Watch Survey to support the Bronco Bookstore. The Bronco Bookstore invites you to participate in the 15-minute student watch survey and be entered to win a $50 gift card and a $1,000 grand prize. Your input is important and will help us serve you better. Submit your survey response.

Take the CSU Title IX Assessment Survey. In our continuing efforts to create a safe, welcoming and caring campus environment, we invite and encourage you to participate in the CSU’s Title IX Assessment Survey, which will remain open through February 15. Take the survey.

January 26: Rappelling. This workshop will introduce the basics of setting up a rappel and the motions involved using rappelling as a secure means of descent. Once you practice on the ground level, you can rappel from the top of the Bronco Peak, facilitated and proctored by certified Adventures staff. The workshop is from 2 to 5 p.m. at Bronco Peak. Check the details on the ASI Portal.

January 26 & February 1 & 7: 2023-24 Financial Aid/DREAM Act Application Workshop. Join these in-person and online workshops that will walk you through the application process and provide helpful tips when applying for Financial Aid and the DREAM Act. The session on January 26 (for Dream Act app applicants) will be in-person from 5 to 6:30 p.m., February 1 will be in-person from 5 to 6:30 p.m., and February 7 will be online from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. register and check the details on the Financial Aid and Scholarships website.

January 27: Fitness Orientation. Are you feeling overwhelmed with all that the BRIC has to offer? Stop by this tabling event to sign up for a 45-meeting with a fitness staff member to inform you about the programs and services you can participate in this semester. Orientations will be held on a first come, first served basis. The event is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the BRIC lobby. Check the details on the ASI Portal.

January 27: Movie Night at the Commons. Come relax while watching "Spider-Man: No Way Home," play games, and enjoy some food at Bronco Commons from 7 to 10 p.m. ASI-branded blankets will also be handed out to attendees. Food and blankets are on a first come, first served basis. Check the details and register on the ASI Portal.

January 27: Splash 'N' Play. Join us for tasty food, giveaways, water activities and more! You can grab a floatie and watch Pixar's "Luca" from the pool, or relax on a lounge chair. If you register, you'll have priority to receive a meal ticket and the opportunity to receive a door prize. The event is from 4 to 8 p.m. at the BRIC Pool. Register and check the details on the ASI Portal.

January 27: Introduction to Lead Climbing. This workshop will teach you how to lead belay and climb, along with strategies to avoid climbing mistakes, taking lead falls and basic risk management. Climbing Wall orientation and Top Rope Assessment is required. The workshop is from 6 to 9 p.m. at Bronco Peak. Register and check the details on the ASI Portal.

January 29-May 6: Bronco Swim Challenge. Test your endurance, and skills at the Bronco Swim Challenge. Speed up to 100 miles to earn cool prizes for each milestone at the end of the semester. The last day to submit your mileage will be on May 6. After you register, a detailed email will be sent with information about how to submit weekly miles. For more information and to register, check the details on the ASI Portal.

January 31: Try-A-Trainer. Curious about working with a personal trainer to meet your fitness goals? You can try-a-trainer and book a free personal training session for 30 minutes. Stop by the third floor of the BRIC from 4 to 6 p.m.

February 2: Discover Scuba Diving. Have you ever wanted to try SCUBA, but without the commitments? For $10 and 2.5 hours you can see if scuba diving is for you by trying out the equipment and participating in fun underwater activities! All equipment will be provided. The session is from 2 to 4 p.m. at the BRIC Pool. Register on the ASI Portal.

February 2: Intramural Sports Home Run Derby. Grab your fellow Broncos and hit a home run at the activity field for the IMS Home Run Derby from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Activity Fields. See you at the game!

February 2: Canyoneering Basics. Learn techniques used to rappel canyons, cliffs, and waterfalls. This introductory course will introduce you to the necessary equipment, planning, and techniques required to descend canyons. Completion of the Bronco Peak Climbing Wall orientation and Belay class (CWOBC) is required for both class offerings. The class is from 2 to 5 p.m. at Bronco Peak. Register on the ASI Portal.

February 4, 5, 11 & 12: Lifeguard Instructor Course. Become a certified National Lifeguard, First Aid, or CPR/AED Instructor. The course will train and certify participants that will be valid for two years. The course material will be conducted through a blended learning environment which consists of online modules and in-person sections. To be certified, you must attend all class sections, complete the final skills scenarios, and pass the written exam. Classes are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the BRIC Studio E and Pool. For more information and to register check the details on the ASI Portal.

February 6: Camping Essentials. This workshop will teach you everything you need to know to plan and prepare for your next camping trip. Registration is open 24 hours before workshop start time. The workshop is from 3 to 4 p.m. at Bronco Peak. Register on the ASI Portal.

February 7: CPP Connect Planner Workshop. Having your Planner up-to-date helps you stay organized on your academic planning, gives your advisor an idea of what you are thinking of taking and helps CPP measure course demand. Attend our in-person workshop from noon to 1 p.m. at the University Library in building 15, room 2907. Register and check the details on myBAR.

February 8: Climbing Essentials. Ready to take your climbing skills outdoors? Join bi-weekly lessons that focus on the skills and techniques needed for outdoor climbing. Lessons will focus on how to use outdoor climbing gear, developing your lead climbing ability, crash pad use, rappelling practice, anchor building and more. The lessons are from 6 to 7 p.m. at Bronco Peak. Check the details and register on the ASI Portal.