FALL 2024 ISSUE
Intersections Magazine
We focus on “Place and Purpose” with profiles on students, faculty and alumni who overcame challenges — each now thriving with purpose and inspiring others. A strong sense of place also emerges in articles about Bailey researchers studying a local and once nearly extinct species, and statistics students analyze data for a local nonprofit to help feed people experiencing homelessness.
In This Issue
Message From the Dean
Dean Wendt reflects on how research has impacted his life and all lives, and on how today’s discoveries often become tomorrow’s solutions.
Rare Eclipse Experience
Physics Department students, faculty and staff along with the Cal Poly Astronomical Society organized a partial eclipse viewing on campus.
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No Obstacle Too Tall
Cal Poly math Professor inspires students by sharing a passion for problem-solving and competitive paraclimbing.
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Kinesiology Scholar Athlete Uses Her SMARTs
Cal Poly Soccer standout and honors student Emma Brown uses kinesiology and biomechanics knowledge to excel on and off the pitch.
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Students Study a Treasured Local Species
Cal Poly research team tracks population trends and behaviors of the once near-extinct northern elephant seals through local and state partnerships.
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Empowerment Through Paddling
Cal Poly’s adapted paddling program has created meaningful impact for its participants and students for more than 25 years.
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Service, Learning and Feeding the Hungry
Statistics students find rewarding real-world experiences while tracking meal data for and volunteering at the People’s Kitchen in San Luis Obispo.
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Supporting Students Parenting Children
Recent initiatives are creating multigenerational impact and adding diversity, equity and inclusion to the Cal Poly community.
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Micro and Macro
Zoom in and out with close-up and big picture views of a Bailey College student parent at commencement.
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Faculty and Staff Awardees in the Bailey College
See a handful of the many faculty and staff members in the Bailey College being recognized and awarded for outstanding or important achievements and contributions.
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Sherri Brown: Honored Alumni
Brown reflects on looking back at and giving back to the Bailey College. Also, view the full list of Bailey College Honored Alums from 1950 to now.
Standout Students and Research Events
Bailey College students shined bright at important research events on campus this year. See photo highlights, award winners and recaps.
Dean/Scientist Meets Student/Scholar
Read about a happenstance encounter between the dean of the Bailey College and a Frost Research Scholar.
Discover past Intersections issues celebrating student achievement, faculty insight and real-world learning.