Message from the Department Head
Participating in commencement earlier this month is one of the rewards of being a faculty member at Cal Poly. As I shook each graduating ASM & BRAE student's hand, memories of their time at Cal Poly flooded my mind. Whether our paths crossed while giving academic or career advice, in the classroom, or supervising a senior project, my life was enriched by the interaction. These graduates represent all that is good in the world today. I hope you will have the opportunity to have one of them cross your path in the near future.
As this segment of the school year draws to a close we begin to look forward to a new group of students arriving this fall. With hopes, enthusiasm and a bit of apprehension they arrive ready to begin a new journey here at Cal Poly. I hope you take t
he opportunity to interact with these students this coming year through participating in department and university events.
One event I want to invite you to participate in is the BRAE Reunion on October 17 & 18. It will be a great opportunity to reconnect with old acquaintances and make new friends. I hope to see you there.
I want to thank everyone that has made this past year a success. Faculty, staff, parents, friends, supporters, and students individually and as a whole have contributed in making this year rewarding for our students.
I also want to give a special thanks to our e-newsletter creator and editor, Nikki Heyer. She has nursed this project along from a fledgling idea into a quality e-newsletter this past year. Nikki graduated this June with a degree in Business (Accounting and Finance) and will be leaving us soon to join the “real” world. Thank you Nikki for sharing your talents with us.
Pictured: Dr. Richard Cavaletto (left) and Dr. Ben Burgoa (right) showcased our programs to high school and community college representatives at the California Agricultural Teachers' Association (CATA) Summer Conference "Farm and Idea Show" held in Cal Poly's Farm Shop, Tuesday, June 24, 2008.