A Message From the Dean

February 27, 2009

On behalf of the College of Engineering, I would like to personally invite you to join us for Cal Poly’s 16th Annual Open House, April 16 – 18, 2009. (You may have already received an email invitation; this letter is a follow-up to that earlier message.) This year’s Open House, "design your future" offers you a special opportunity to preview our quality academic programs and experience our rich campus life.

Thursday, April 16 is Club Preview Night at Farmers’ Market. Join us for a weekly San Luis Obispo tradition.

Friday April 17 is Admitted Students' Day, a day especially set aside for you! You will have a chance to take an indepth look at our college and departments and explore Cal Poly’s unique learn-by-doing philosophy. (See the enclosed College of Engineering program for a detailed schedule of activities.)

The three days of programming culminate on Saturday, April 18 with a series of events and exhibitions that showcase the energy, spirit and creativity of our students. Over 200 student clubs and organizations will present demonstrations and educational exhibits; you may watch the Poly Royal Parade, view special events, explore campus facilities and meet current students.

Come discover for yourself why the College of Engineering at Cal Poly is ranked as the top engineering program among all non-Ph.D. granting institutions. We believe our success results from the combined efforts of our excellent faculty, bright students, outstanding alumni and supportive industry partners. And, our high rankings prove it; for instance, in its Annual Guide to Colleges, U.S. News & World Report has consistently ranked Cal Poly’s College of Engineering as one of the nation’s top public undergraduate engineering colleges.

We are pleased that you chose to apply to Cal Poly and hope you'll take the opportunity to participate in all the activities of Open House weekend, so you can discover firsthand why Cal Poly is considered such a great place. Be sure to RSVP today!*

Sincerely,

Mohammad Noori
Dean
College of Engineering

P.S. RSVPs are ONLY accepted through the RSVP link included in your student's Dean's College Open House email invitation. The RSVP form must be accessed and submitted by the recipient. It is not accessible if forwarded to another email address. (RSVPs are due by Friday, April 10)