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Our Culture of Care

Our employees come from all walks of life, committed to serving students – especially those who are historically underrepresented and under-resourced – and driven by the transformative promise of higher education. Our employees reflect the broad diversity of our student body, and many are first-generation college graduates themselves.

At CPP, you are empowered to be your authentic self, share your lived experiences with colleagues and students, and contribute to building a more positive and inclusive campus.

While you serve students and the campus, we support you through:

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What I Love About Working at CPP

Winny Dong

My dad was a professor and loved working with students. He is my role model. I found I was able to develop meaningful and long-lasting relationships with students through mentoring.

– Winny Dong
Professor,
College of Engineering

Earnest Harrison

By making space at the academic table for BIPOC, AAPI, Latink and LGBTQIA+ stories, we validate the identity, voice and cultural contributions of our students.

– EJ Harrison
Assistance Professor,
College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences

Christina Gonzales

Working at CPP as the Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students is a testament to the transformative power of higher education. It's where I witness the magic of student empowerment, the beauty of diversity in action, and the boundless potential of collaborative efforts. At CPP, every day presents an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of our students, and that's what I love most about being here.

– Christina Gonzales
Vice President,
Student Affairs

Jacqueline Naranjo

I know how valuable it would have been to feel seen and reflected on campus. It is now my honor to help strengthen awareness and pride in the first-generation experience.

– Jacqueline Naranjo Senior Coordinator of Academic Support and Engagement

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University News

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In Memoriam: Alex Small

Beloved Professor and Physics and Astronomy Chair Alexander Small passed away on Saturday, December 7 after an eight-month battle with cancer. He was 47 years old. Professor Small obtained his bachelor’s degree from USC and his M.A. and Ph.D. from University of California at Santa Barbara. He joined Cal Poly Pomona in 2007 and taught a variety of courses that included Classical ...

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Cal Poly Pomona Ranked No.1 Polytechnic University for Hispanic Student Success

Cal Poly Pomona is the top ranked polytechnic university on the 2024 “Top 100 Colleges and Universities for Hispanics” list compiled by Hispanic Outlook on Higher Education Magazine.  The compilation is based on the number of Latinx students who graduated in the 2022-23 academic year. Among all U.S. universities, CPP was no. 12 for the number of Latinx students earning ...

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2024 Top Stories: New Innovation Hub, Record Applications and National Recognition

The year 2024 brought many achievements for the Bronco family to celebrate. From a record number of freshmen applicants to fostering a sense of belonging during the inaugural New Student Convocation, the Bronco family and pride are ever-growing. Check out the top 10 stories of 2024 below. Rose Float Wins the Crown The Cal Poly Universities' Rose Float won the Crown City Innovator Award for ...

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Fast Pitch Competition Ignites Innovation at Cal Poly Pomona

The Student Innovation Idea Labs hosted the highly anticipated Fast Pitch Competition on Thursday, November 25, showcasing the innovative spirit of Cal Poly Pomona students. Organized in partnership with student club CEO, who have hosted the competition for the past two years, the event provided a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to present their groundbreaking ideas to an ...