SPECIAL COMMEMORATIVE ISSUE / FALL 2026
Milestones Magazine
In this special commemorative publication, learn about and celebrate groundbreaking firsts and landmark anniversaries — all momentous milestones reached thanks to the hard work and vision of dedicated and talented people in the college.
In This Issue
Message From the Dean
Having experienced Cal Poly as a student, professor, director and dean, Dean Wendt shares his unique vantage points of a college and a career.
Reaching and Celebrating Our Milestones
We're having a big year, thanks to dedicated, talented and visionary people in the Bailey College.
Explore Bailey College Milestones
Impactful Icon and New Era of Marine Science
When a troubled pier in Port San Luis became part of Cal Poly in 2001, the college dove head-first into a new era of marine science education and research.
Learn More About the Pier
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A Transformational and Enduring Legacy
William and Linda Frost have changed lives, careers and a college through their vision and generosity. Their support will impact students and undergraduate research at Cal Poly.
Read More About the Frosts’ Impact
History-Making Lasers
Physics students built from scratch the first femtosecond solid-state laser at Cal Poly.
Nature’s Classroom
A longtime dream of creating an entire course in nature led to magical outcomes.
Discover Field Quarter Experiences
More Than an Event
The Student Research Conference has been instrumental to fledgling researchers for decades.
Learn More About the Conference
Birds and Humans, or Birds vs. Humans?
Humans aren’t always the easiest to share an environment with. Researchers are studying how various bird species coexist with us.
Can AI-Generated Health Messages Work?
Public health researchers are trying to answer that question by focusing on tobacco awareness messaging created by generative AI.
Helping Kids See Their Future Selves
A hands-on STEM program sparks new ways for children from working-class, Latinx communities to imagine what they might do and become.
Joshua Grass: An Alum Worth Honoring
The Bailey College of Science and Mathematics is proud to have Joshua A. Grass as our Honored Alumni awardee for 2026.
Learn More About Our 2026 Honored Alumni
Alum and Chemistry Teacher Establishes Legacy Gift
One couple’s legacy gift ensures that future students will continue to Learn by Doing.
The Future of Undergraduate Research
Every year, the Bailey College releases its award-winning Undergraduate Research magazine. It wouldn’t have been possible without the help of generous donors.