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Poly @lumni E-Newsletter OCTOBER 2006

A foremost expert on port security, Noel Cunningham ’73 is this month’s Alumni Spotlight. You’ll feel a lot safer after reading this issue featuring news and stories about the popular pumpkin festival, science alumni reunion, Harvest Auction and more!

Events

Rose Float Luau Fundraiser
October 6 – The Rose Float Club will host its first fundraising event from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Enjoy food, entertainment, door prizes plus the opportunity to network with students, alumni, university faculty and staff, as well as members of the community. Read more…

Cutting Edge Culinary Arts Class
October 7 – The College of the Extended University is offering a new culinary arts class on knife skills that will give students the cutting edge. For more information or to register, visit www.ceu.csupomona.edu/courses/enrich/knife.asp.

Wines of the World Course
October 9 to November 13 – Gain an appreciation of wine and discover the various viticulture practices in France, Spain, Germany, Italy, South America and the United States. For details or to register, visit http://www.ceu.csupomona.edu/courses/enrich/wine.asp.

College of Science Alumni Reunion
October 12 – Join University President Michael Ortiz and College of Science Dean Donald O. Straney at this special reunion held at the American Red Cross Regional Blood Bank on the Cal Poly Pomona campus. RSVP, regrets, inquiries, contact mgruca@csupomona.edu or call the College of Science at (909) 869-3600. Cost is $25 per person.

State-Approved Notary Training Classes
October 12 – The College of the Extended University is offering a one-day seminar for individuals interested in becoming a notary. The state-approved classes will also be held on Nov. 9 and Dec. 14 at the Bronco Student Center. For complete details visit: www.ceu.csupomona.edu/courses/busadmin/notary.asp.

Matt’s Run
October 14 – Volunteer or run while celebrating the life of Matthew Myers, a student who lost his life on campus in 2005. Matt was an avid runner, and the Run/Walk in his honor is designed to keep his memory and passion alive while raising scholarship funds. Read more...

Making Connections…Career Day
October 19 – Make valuable connections with more than 200 leading employers for part-time, full-time and internship opportunities. Bring resumes and dress to impress. Read more...

14th Annual Pumpkin Festival
October 21-22 – Pick Cal Poly Pomona-grown pumpkins at this popular annual event. Other activities include insect fair, horse rides, a petting zoo, entertainment and a variety of food and game booths sponsored by the College of Agriculture student clubs. Read more...

Urban Planning Alumni Event
October 23 – The Department of Urban & Regional Planning invites its alumni and friends to join with former classmates, faculty and colleagues for an evening of fun, food, and conversation at the California Chapter of the American Planning Association Annual Conference. Read more...

Movie Night at the Park
October 23 and 24 – The Pride Center is hosting two evenings under the stars in University Park featuring films to get you ready for Halloween. Read more...

Ellen Johnson Jazz Trio to Perform
October 26 – The Ellen Johnson Trio will present an evening of modern vocal jazz with songs from the new CD release “These Days.” Read more...

Wellness and Cyber Security Fair 2006
October 26 – Do you or your computer have the “bug?” Test your physical, emotional and computer health all at the same place. Get a free cholesterol or glucose screen, learn about your blood pressure and % body fat, and discover how you can help protect your identity and safety while online, and much more! Read more...

Book Signing with Mary Jane Parkinson
October 31 – A book-signing with the author of "The Romance of the Kellogg Ranch: A Celebration of the Kellogg/Cal Poly Pomona Arabian Horses From 1925-2000" will be held at 2 p.m. at the Bronco Bookstore. Read more...

Mt. SAC vs. CPP: “Out for Blood”
October 31 to November 2 – Cal Poly Pomona is hoping to collect more American Red Cross blood donations during the month of October than Mt. SAC does. Donate blood between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. in the Bronco Student Center Ursa Major C. Make your appointment at www.givelife.org and type in sponsor code “CLPOLY” where indicated. Keep the Bronco Alumni spirit alive and beat Mt. SAC!

“Belle of Broadway” To Perform a Benefit Concert
November 2 – Susan Egan, who recently starred on Broadway in “Thoroughly Modern Millie,” will perform a benefit concert for the music industries studies program at 8 p.m. at the Music Recital Hall. Read more...

Alumni Spotlight

Noel K. Cunningham '73, Political Science
Retired Director of Operations and Emergency Management, Port of Los Angeles

Noel K. CunninghamMuch of what we buy — from the hottest new electronics to sleek late model sports cars to that darling black dress purchased for a weekend soiree — are brought to our shores via two local gateways that supply the entire nation with products from Asia and points east.

“The Port of Los Angeles is the largest in the nation, and the Port of Long Beach is the second,” says Noel K. Cunningham. “Together, they are No. 3 in the world behind Singapore and Hong Kong.” Read more…

Class Notes

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News

University May Gain Up to $41.7 Million from Prop 1-D
A bond measure on the November ballot aims to generate $10.4 billion to improve facilities at California's schools, colleges and universities. If approved, Proposition 1-D would create $690 million over the next two years for the California State University's capital facilities projects. Read more...

Alumna Stars in Film at Westwood International Film Festival
Cal Poly Pomona alumni have gone on to do some prominent work. But no alumni until now can be credited with developing a plan to assassinate Santa Claus. Read more...

Fall Conference Kicks Off Academic Year
Classes may begin Thursday, but the symbolic start to the academic year occurred Monday morning when President Michael Ortiz welcomed the university community back during Fall Convocation. Read more...

Glenda Brock Honored With 2006 Hart Award
Glenda Brock, who developed and took the helm of the university's first Ombud's Office this year, is the 10th recipient of the George P. Hart Award for Outstanding Faculty Leadership. Read more...

Foundation Celebrates 40th Anniversary
The Cal Poly Pomona Foundation turned 40 this year, but there will be no black balloons or jokes about it being over the hill. During the last four decades the Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, originally called Cal Poly Kellogg Unit Foundation, has grown immensely and its thumbprint at the university can be seen in more positive ways than one. Read more...

Bamboozle Left is Gaining Attention
Mean Street magazine devoted its September cover and several articles to The Bamboozle Left, which is a two-day music festival that will be held at Cal Poy Pomona in October. The Southern California-based music magazine features an exclusive festival preview and interviews with bands and artists. Read more...

2006 Harvest Auction Promises to Pamper Palates and Support Students
The Collins School of Hospitality Management, one of the nation's top hospitality programs, will showcase the talent of its students, faculty and staff during the 13th annual Harvest Auction on Sunday, Oct. 22, on the Cal Poly Pomona campus. Read more...

Announcements

Cal Poly Pomona Students for Hire
Consider coming back to your alma mater to find exceptional and eager student workers. Cal Poly Pomona's Career Center has just implemented a new online career management service that will make it easier for you to connect with students: BroncoConnection. Read more...

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