Our Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
The College of Engineering is committed to creating an environment where students feel supported and valued. We work to expand access to opportunities, strengthen community and ensure all students can succeed and contribute.
The Land on Which We Learn
Cal Poly is located in tiłhini, the Place of the Full Moon
We acknowledge and thank the yak tityu tityu yak tiłhini, Northern Chumash Tribe of San Luis Obispo County and region, whose homelands we are on. We recognize their continued presence and stewardship of this land.
A Shared Commitment
Love, Empathy and Respect
We aim to create a college environment where students are supported and able to grow. This commitment shapes how we teach, collaborate and build community across the college.
Programs that Support Students
Students have access to programs and resources that support their academic progress, build community and open pathways into engineering fields.
Engineering IDEAS Grants
Mini-grants support projects led by students, faculty and staff that aim to improve inclusion and community within engineering. Funding typically ranges from $200 to $1,000.
Multicultural Engineering Program
The Multicultural Engineering Program (MEP) provides academic and community support for students from backgrounds that are underrepresented in engineering, with a focus on retention and graduation.
Women’s Engineering Program
Women's Engineering Program (WEP) supports women in engineering through academic resources, leadership development and community-building opportunities.