FALL 2025 ISSUE
Intersections Magazine
Camille O’Bryant’s legacy of passion and resilience. The immersive experiences of marine chemistry undergrads in French Polynesia. The transformation of underrepresented students taking their first bold leap into research. These are some of the meaningful stories of learning and growth in the Bailey College featured in this issue.
In This Issue
Camille O’Bryant: A Career of Caring
O’Bryant’s story is a profile of passion, resilience and impact for this icon in the Bailey College and at Cal Poly.
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BEACoN Scholars Shine Brightly
Lives and careers transform when Bailey College students from underrepresented groups participate in the BEACoN Scholars Program.
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Deep Learning in South Pacific Shallows
A new abroad program offers immersive studies and cultural experiences in French Polynesia for Bailey College students and faculty.
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A Dramatic Star: Our Exotic Corpse Flower
It was a feast for the eyes, but not the nose! Enjoy striking photos of a rare and smelly beauty.
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Exploring the Math and Science of Consciousness
A professor emeritus and a math student talk about pure math, deep thinking and their unifying beauty.
Family Matters
Three accomplished Bailey College students know well how much family matters. Read their inspirational and moving stories about how they were inspired and moved by their parents’ stories.
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Physics With Phones
Bailey students and faculty are innovating science education from the palm of the hand.
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Bailey Events: All About Our Students
Three Bailey College events focused on our students’ achievements and helping them create paths to success.
Tony Aghazarian: 2025 Honored Alumni
Aghazarian shares highlights of a career as an Apple Inc. and Sony executive that had its start in the Bailey College. Also, view the list of our Honored Alums from 1950 to now.
Bailey College Welcomes Cal Poly Maritime Academy
Bailey College is excited to have Cal Poly Maritime Academy join our community of students, faculty, staff and alumni.
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