November 2024 Issue:

Bronco Family Newsletter

Welcome from the Office of

New Student Programs & Family Engagement

Greetings Bronco Family,

Welcome to November! We’re thrilled to share some highlights from Cal Poly Pomona with you. Our Parent and Family Night at the pumpkin patch was a success, and it was wonderful to see so many of you there.

We’re also excited to announce that the CPP Scholarship Fest is now open for the 2025-2026 academic year. It’s a great opportunity for students to explore funding options, so encourage them to apply!

Kick off some fun with the Parent and Family team on Thursday, November 7th! Join us for an exciting soccer doubleheader as we rally behind our Men’s and Women’s teams facing off against Cal State San Bernardino. Let’s make some noise and show our school spirit together!

Some quick reminders: the campus will be closed on November 11th in observance of Veterans Day and November 28th and 29th for the Thanksgiving Break.

We hope you’ll join us for our Bronco Family Chat on November 19th and we look forward to a month filled with community and connection!

Sincerely,

The Office of New Student Programs and Family Engagement

CPP Scholarship Fest is Now Live!

Scholarship Fest is the Official Cal Poly Pomona Scholarship application cycle! The cycle runs from October 1st through March 2nd for scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year.

CPP Scholarships are offered by

colleges
departments
clubs
organizations and community members

Encourage your student to apply by visiting the Bronco Scholarship Portal (BSP) and complete the general application.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SCHOLARSHIP FEST

2024 FIRST-GEN WEEK

Is your CPP Bronco a first-gen college student? Let’s celebrate their journey! Encourage them to join the fun this week, November 4th to November 8th as we honor the experiences of first-generation students at Cal Poly Pomona.

I AM FIRST is hosting a series of exciting activities from workshops on how to navigate university life, to a first-gen mixer at Innovation Brew Works. It’s a great chance to connect, learn, and celebrate all that makes their college experience unique!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW FIRST-GEN WEEK EVENTS

CPP Soccer Double Header

Cheer on the CPP Women's & Men's Soccer team!

Join the Parent & Family team as we cheer on our Women's and Men's Soccer on Thursday November 7th.

Women's soccer kickoff -11:30am

Men's soccer kickoff - 2:00pm

We will be tabling and handing out swag items starting at 11am.

Día De Los Muertos Celebration

Event hosted by: César E. Chávez Center for Higher Education and Centers for Transformation, Retention, Equity, & Empowerment

30th Annual Día De Los Muertos Celebration

Join us for a night of celebration: food sales, altars, face paint, Mariachi, and Grupo Sierreño!

Thursday, November 7th

Aztec Dance Procession

5pm-6pm at CECCHE

Celebration & Festivities

6pm-8pm at Bronco Commons

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT DIA DE LOS MUERTOS EVENT

Campus Closure November 11th

In observance of Veteran's Day,

Cal Poly Pomona will be closed on Monday November 11th.

All campus operations and departments will be closed on this day. We will resume our normal business operations on Tuesday November 12th.

Bronco Family CHAT

Join us for our Nov ember Bronco Family Chat with special guests from the Care Center and Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS). You don't want to miss out!

We'll be live via Zoom on Tuesday, November 19th from 6pm - 7:30pm PST.

Please RSVP for this chat by clicking the button below!

CLICK HERE TO RSVP FOR THE CHAT

Therapy Dogs Visit

Encourage your student to join us for the Library's Therapy Dogs Visit!

When: Wednesday, November 20th

Where: University Library

Time: 10 AM - 11 AM

*No RSVP required

Benefits of visiting:

Reduce stress
Improve overall health
Relax and recharge

Campus Closure November 28th & 29th

In observance of Thanksgiving Day,

Cal Poly Pomona will be closed on

Thursday, November 28th and Friday November 29th.

All campus operations and departments will be closed these days. We will resume our normal business operations on December 1st.

Join us at the PolyX Showcase

The Innovation Incubator will hold a showcase with an in-person poster session where students will present their projects. This format allows for interactive Q&A, giving you a chance to learn more about each presentation.

When: November 21st

Where: Ursa Major & Ursa Minor (Bronco Student Center)

Time: 11:30 AM - 1PM

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT POLYX SCHOWCASE

Event Canceled

The December 1st Arabian Horse Show has been canceled. Due to scheduling conflicts around the Thanksgiving holiday, the Arabian Horse Center has decided to cancel the event. The Parent & Family team apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciates your understanding. We look forward to seeing you at future events!

There's Something for Everyone at CPP!

myBAR - Bronco Activity Record

At Cal Poly Pomona, the excitement never stops! Your student can dive into a variety of thrilling events, engaging workshops, and fun activities. From studying abroad to relaxing with therapy dogs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Encourage your student to check out myBAR and sign up for an event or activity today!

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MYBAR

Handshake

Handshake is the primary career services platform at Cal Poly Pomona. Students can utilize this platform to search for opportunities from employers seeking Cal Poly Pomona students, on-campus jobs & internships, and RSVP for events. Handshake gives your students personalized job recommendations based on the information they provide on their profile—so they can find jobs and internships that are right for them. Click below to learn more about Handshake and encourage your student to create an account!

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HANDSHAKE

Bronco Athletics

Come out and cheer on our teams!

Whether you're a parent, family member, or part of the community, we'd love to see you all at our upcoming athletic games. Your support means the world to our athletes and helps create an electric atmosphere! Let's pack the stands, show our school spirit, and make some unforgettable memories together.

Cal Poly Pomona students, staff, and faculty are free with Bronco ID.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW BRONCO ATHLETICS SCHEDULE

Kellogg & CPP: A Surprising Link

We love discovering fascinating tidbits about

Cal Poly Pomona, and this time, we’re exploring the intriguing links between cereal mogul

W.K. Kellogg and our campus. From the number 7 to Arabian horses and even a touch of Disney magic, these fun facts reveal some unexpected connections between Kellogg’s legacy and CPP.

Kellogg is the 7th son of a 7th son
There are 7 letters in his first and last name
Kellogg built his mansion on the hill shaped like the number 7
He was born on the 7th day of the week of the 7th month
There are 7 rings around the Cal Poly Pomona Rose Garden
Kellogg brought 7 male and 7 female Arabian Horses to Cal Poly Pomona
Kellogg's Stallion, "King John" was the model for Prince Charming's horse in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Important Dates and Deadlines

Join the Fun in Fall 2024!	Date(s)
First Gen Week 2024	November 4-8
Double Header Soccer Game	November 7
30th Annual Día De Los Muertos Celebration	November 7
First Gen Week 2024: Volleyball Tailgate Game	November 8

Scheduling & Registration	Dates & Deadlines
Last Day to Apply for Current Semester Graduation	October 25
Last Day to Drop Units and Receive a Prorated Refund of Tuition and Fees	October 30
Last Day to Withdraw by Petition for Serious and Compelling Reasons and Receive a "W"	November 10
Last Day to Withdraw by Petition for Serious and Compelling Reasons and Receive a "WX"	December 8
Last Day of Classes	December 8
Fall 2024 Finals	December 9 - December 15