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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.

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In This Issue

Black and white photo of Dean Wendt in 1990 as a marine biology student, wearing a wetsuit and holding a surfboard.

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.

Read the Dean’s message


Two students wearing lab coats and safety goggles stand near frozen samples in a Frost Center lab.

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


Wide angle drone shot of the Cal Poly Pier from above the water, looking back towards Avila.

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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Bill Frost throws a hat into a packed audience at the Performing Arts Center during the Frost gift announcement event in 2017.

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


Students in lab coats and safety goggles examine the first femtosecond solid-state laser built at Cal Poly, which shines with a green light on the table.

History-Making Lasers

Physics students built from scratch the first femtosecond solid-state laser at Cal Poly.

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A student stands in a field taking notes

Nature’s Classroom

A longtime dream of creating an entire course in nature led to magical outcomes.

Discover Field Quarter Experiences


Students and faculty attend the 2025 Student Research Conference

More Than an Event

The Student Research Conference has been instrumental to fledgling researchers for decades.

Learn More About the Conference


Sketch of a Gray Flycatcher, drawn by biology master's student Eva Moylan

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.

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Illustrative graphic that reads "AI" in big purple letters. Graphic depictions of circuits span across the image.

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.

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Claire Gillaspie, a liberal studies alumnus, speaks to elementary school students sitting at a classroom table, working together on a building activity.

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.

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Headshot photo of 2026 Bailey College honored Alumni Joshua Grass

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


Mark and Marley Kent pose on the Cal Poly campus.

Alum and Chemistry Teacher Establishes Legacy Gift

One couple’s legacy gift ensures that future students will continue to Learn by Doing.

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Richard and Peggy Bradshaw pose in front of the Frost Center

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.

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