Cal Poly Report — March 7, 2018

Faculty & Staff

Cal Poly’s M.S. Business Analytics Program Ranked Among Nation’s Top 10

BusinessAnalytics.com recently ranked Cal Poly’s Master of Science in Business Analytics program among the top 10 master’s in business analytics programs in the nation. Cal Poly was ranked No. 9, ahead of the University of Texas at Austin. The top 10 also included programs at Columbia, UCLA, University of Pennsylvania, MIT and University of Virginia. The top spot went to University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Cal Poly was one of two California programs ranked in the top 10. The ranking’s methodology emphasized affordability and the strength of the academic program, including enrollment and retention rates, in-state tuition, and average 10-year earnings. Data was provided through a survey to the National Center for Education Statistics. This is the first ranking for Cal Poly’s program, which launched in 2016 in the Orfalea College of Business. Its curriculum distinguishes itself from others with a focus on data visualization, strategy and storytelling in addition to data science. Students engage in interdisciplinary activities leading to three completed projects by analyzing real-world problems and data provided by industry partners including Oracle and Dignity Health. For more information, visit http://www.businessanalytics.com/degrees/masters/.
 

Celebrate Hannah Roberts' Contributions to Counseling Services on March 19

Come celebrate the contributions of Hannah Roberts, assistant director of community prevention and outreach services for Counseling Services, from 4 to 5 p.m. Monday, March 19, in the Health Center (No. 27), Room 138. (Note: The front doors lock at 4:30 p.m.) Roberts concludes seven years with Counseling Services. In her time at Cal Poly, Roberts has been instrumental in the oversight of the BASICS (Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students) Program, as well as Counseling Services’ Prevention and Outreach programming to support student emotional wellbeing, and in spearheading the Healthy Minds Study. Roberts is transitioning to full-time private practice at Thrive San Luis Obispo and will remain a lecturer in the Psychology Department.
 

Career Services Diversity Funding Committee Announces Winter Awards

The Diversity Funding Committee (DFC) was established by Career Services and campus collaborators, with support from the Career Partners Program, to foster diversity and inclusion at Cal Poly. Each quarter, the DFC allocates funding to campus events to increase understanding of diversity and inclusion. The following DFC recipients are planning events related to diversity and inclusion during winter and spring 2018:
— Asian and Pacific Islander Faculty Staff Association: APIFSA Spring Picnic
— Center for Service in Action: Change the Status Quo: Social Justice Conference
— Disability Resource Center: Global Accessibility Awareness Day Celebration
— MultiCultural Center: Students of Color Summit
— New Student and Transition Programs: Week of Welcome Supplemental Workshops
— Pride Faculty Staff Association: Bowling with Pride
— Women Involved in Software and Hardware: Diversity in Engineering Panel
University groups and departments can apply for funding to support campus events that increase understanding of and appreciation for diversity and inclusion. For more information, visit the Diversity Funding Committee website.
 

Learning Circle Opportunity to be Held March 22: What Does My Headscarf Mean To You?

Unconscious bias is a prevalent factor driving our culture, causing people to make assumptions based on our upbringings and influences. Unconscious bias will be explored during a Learning Circle from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 22. Participants will view a recorded TED Talk, followed by an open-ended discussion. In a funny, honest talk, Yassmin Abdel-Magied, a mechanical engineer and social advocate, uses a surprising way to challenge us all to look beyond our initial perceptions and lead the way in overcoming bias. Register here.
 

Mustang Success Center Seeking Coaches for First Year Success Program 

The First Year Success Program (FSP) needs academic coaches for first-year students on academic probation for the first time. The workshops for faculty and staff interested in becoming academic coaches will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday, April 6; 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 11; and 9 to 11 a.m. Friday, April 13. Commitments for the program include: leading a breakout session for four to six students during one of the workshops; holding a follow-up meeting with each student in your group; and serving as a point of contact throughout the quarter if your student needs any help or guidance. Coaches will be asked to attend a training session on Monday, March 19. Find the overview and history of the program at success.calpoly.edu. Click here to RSVP as an FSP coach.
 

Workshop to be Offered March 8 on Dealing with Difficult People

While encountering challenging situations is an unavoidable aspect of working life, reframing the way we view the individuals involved in these situations can improve our relationships and job satisfaction. This workshop offers an alternative view of "difficult people," and insightful strategies to better cope with their behavior, increase cooperation and improve team productivity. The workshop seeks to identify the positive intent underlying “difficult” behavior and review the elements of successful communication. Employee and Organization Development will offer the workshop from Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) — Empathia. Register in Skillsoft for the workshop, which runs from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 8, in the Administration and Finance Training Room (located in the University Police Building — No. 36 — Room 105).
 

Academic Senate Seeking Faculty Member to Serve on Corporation Board 

The Academic Senate is seeking nominations from tenured faculty to serve on the Cal Poly Corporation board of directors for the 2018-21 term. Interested faculty should complete an Expression of Intent and Willingness to Serve form available at https://academicsenate.calpoly.edu/content/documents. Completed forms must be received by the Academic Senate by Friday, March 9. Questions? Contact the Academic Senate Office at ext. 6-1258.
 

Performance Management Workshop for Managers 

Human Resources is offering three two-hour sessions on performance management in March and April. Performance management means being clear about expectations, evaluating and documenting performance, providing ongoing feedback, and planning with your employees for their development. Managers, did you know that fair and accurate feedback can improve employees’ performance by 39 percent, according to the Corporate Leadership Council? One of the keys to effectively supervising others is, of course, performance management. The sessions will highlight the value of the performance management process, provide tips and tools for preparing and delivering the evaluation for represented and non-represented employees, and offer important do's and don’ts of performance management. Register for one of the following sessions, to be held in the University Police Building (No. 36), Room 105:
Session 1: Wednesday, March 14, 2 to 4 p.m. Register here.
Session 2: Thursday, March 29, 9 to 11 a.m. Register here.
Session 3: Tuesday, April 10, 2 to 4 p.m. Register here.
 

CTLT Offers 'Creating Accessible Course Materials Workshop' in Spring Quarter

Join faculty colleagues in an online four-week workshop, from April 23 to May 20, to learn to create accessible course materials. The workshop, offered by the Center for Teaching, Learning and Technology, covers principles of Universal Design, application of PolyLearn tools, accessible document design, video captioning and a final project to create your Accessibility Action Plan. A $300 stipend is available for those eligible. Expect to spend 28 to 40 hours total over four weeks. Registration is limited. Learn more and register here.
 

Nominate a Faculty Advisor for Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award

The Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award recognizes a faculty member who has had a positive influence on students through academic advising. The award recipient will receive a $2,000 cash stipend and be recognized by President Armstrong at Fall Conference in addition to having his or her picture and award citation posted in Kennedy Library. One faculty member is recognized annually. Note that the nomination should describe the nominee’s academic advising services, activities and interactions as distinct from the nominee's teaching responsibilities, as well as include any special activities that relate to student development. Faculty, staff and current students are eligible to nominate faculty for this award. However, at least one letter must come from a current student, and no self-nominations will be recognized. Nomination information and a link to the nomination form can be found at http://advising.calpoly.edu/content/nominate-faculty-advisor. The deadline for all submissions is 5 p.m. Friday, March 16. Questions? Contact Shelly Wolf at ext. 6-5709 or scwolf@calpoly.edu.
 

Webinar to be Held March 21 on Substance Abuse and Loved Ones

Substance abuse doesn’t just impact those that are addicted to substances — it can also have devastating effects on those around them, especially their loved ones. This session will explain symptoms of drug abuse and an overview of withdrawal symptoms from substances such as alcohol, opiates and a few others. Discussion will include what addiction is and how it is a chronic brain disease. Enabling a loved one will be discussed as well as what you can and should do for yourself. It is important to know that as a loved one of someone who is addicted to substances, you are not alone. Join Employee and Organization Development as it shares a webinar from Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) — Empathia. Register in Skillsoft for the webinar, which will be held from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 21, in the Administration Building (No. 1), Room 301.
 

CSU Conference for Administrative Staff to be Held in Bay Area May 29-June 1

The 2018 CSU Academic Resources Conference (ARC), which will be held May 29-June 1 in Burlingame, is a collaborative effort of CSU professional staff. Staff members responsible for budget planning, budget management, human resource functions and student affairs issues that support the academic mission of Cal Poly may be interested in attending. The conference will provide panels of experts on current topics, various educational workshops, and roundtable discussions on pertinent systemwide issues. To learn more about the conference, visit the conference website.


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Campus Announcements

University Police Chief to Hold Active Incident Training on March 14

University Police Chief George Hughes will hold active incident training in March, open to anyone in the Cal Poly community. The program is designed to instill the knowledge, skills, abilities and mind-set necessary to successfully respond to an active threat. The training session will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 14, in UU 220. For more information, contact Jennifer Von Der Lohe at ext. 6-5844.
 

International Center to Host Webinar on Increasing the Feeling of Safety and Security for International Students

The International Center is hosting a webinar presented by Academic Impressions from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, March 9, that will teach practical methods for establishing communities of safety and support for international students. The webinar will also focus on the foundational practices that can help international students feel welcome on campus and discuss how campus constituents can address heightened concerns that follow new political statements or legislation. It will be held in the Science Building (No. 52), Room E-46. Don't want to wait until the webinar to become involved with Cal Poly's international students? Apply for the International Poly Hosts Program to become a host, and develop a cross-cultural connection with an international student through activities within the local community. You can learn more about this program and how you can become a host here.
 

Cal Poly Continues to Provide Free Tax Preparation Through March 17

The Orfalea College of Business will continue to provide free tax return preparation assistance through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program at clinics in San Luis Obispo and Santa Maria. The on-campus VITA clinics are open from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays through March 17. An appointment-only VITA clinic on Allan Hancock College's campus will remain open through March 31. More than 125 IRS-certified students have already served hundreds of community members since clinics opened Feb. 3. Orfalea College of Business faculty and volunteer certified public accountants review and file the returns. Students prepare basic forms for local individuals and families earning less than $54,000. These include 1040, 1040A, 1040EZ, 540, 540A, 540EZ and some supporting forms. Participants need to bring an ID, Social Security card and/or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, as well as 2016 tax returns and all 2017 tax-related documents, including child care expenses and health insurance coverage information. For more information, call ext. 6-2667 (English and Spanish) or visit vita.calpoly.edu.
 

The He{a}rd Seeks Students for Focus Groups

Do you know students with great ideas and insightful opinions? Tell them to join the He{a}rd! The He{a}rd is a Student Affairs program that seeks to discover what matters most to students and understand their diverse viewpoints. Through a series of focus groups and in-depth surveys, the program provides a platform for students to discuss meaningful topics and decisions that impact their lives and the campus community. All students will be compensated for their participation with gift cards to campus dining and the Cal Poly store. To learn more about the He{a}rd, visit https://studentaffairs.calpoly.edu/theheard.
 

Free Legal Advice Available for Students, Faculty and Staff

Need legal advice? How about free legal advice? ASI has contracted with San Luis Obispo attorney Jeff Radding for 32 years to provide free legal advice to the campus community. This service is available to currently enrolled students, faculty and staff. Radding provides a free, 15-minute consultation by scheduled appointment. No matter what the issue, he will provide advice and guidance for you. Legal consultation can provide the foundation to take the most effective steps necessary for your situation. Winter quarter appointments are now available from noon to 2 p.m. on Friday, March 16. To schedule an appointment, call the ASI Business Office at ext. 6-1281. Consultations are held in the ASI Business Office conference room, located on the second floor of the University Union in Room 212.
 

Extended Education to Offer Jewelry and Photography Classes

Extended Education will offer two new classes this spring. Alternative Process Photography will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays from April 7 through May 5 (no class on April 14). The introductory class will explore alternative processes in photography through a series of hands-on demonstrations and exercises. Students will learn the basics of alternative photographic processes to produce one-of-a-kind works of art. Jewelry Design, an introductory jewelry design course exploring cold connections in metal arts, will run from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays from May 12 through June 9. Students will learn the basics of contemporary jewelry design and produce unique works of art. Learn more here or by calling ext. 6-2053.
 

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Submission Guidelines for Cal Poly Report

Cal Poly Report (CPR) is Cal Poly's official employee newsletter, designed to communicate information about officially sanctioned university news or events to faculty, staff and administrators. Submissions may run a maximum of three times and should be limited to 150 words. To help ensure CPR continues to contain only relevant and approved information, submissions are required to come from or be approved by the employee designated to approve submissions in the respective colleges, units and work areas. A list of designated approvers is available on the Cal Poly Report index website. Entries submitted by those other than the designated approver must be accompanied by an approval form signed by the unit's approver. The approval form is available online in fillable pdf format or a downloadable Microsoft Word format. CPR is published weekly during the school year, except during academic breaks, and monthly in the summer. The deadline for each issue is 12:30 p.m. the Friday prior to publication.

Events

John Salmon Piano Recital of Classical and Jazz Compositions to be Held at Cal Poly March 8

John Salmon, music professor at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, will give a piano recital at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 8, in Room 218 in the Davidson Music Center (No. 45). Salmon will perform repertoire by the three B’s: Bach, Beethoven and Brubeck, then conclude with Salmon’s own jazz duet versions of works by Bach. Salmon will be joined for the duets by Music Department Chair W. Terrence Spiller. Brubeck dedicated two compositions to Salmon: “The Salmon Strikes” and “Bach Again.” As a guest lecturer, Salmon has presented on a wide array of topics at the Juilliard School, at the Boston Conservatory and in Morelia, Mexico. Salmon has published a book, “The Piano Sonatas of Carl Loewe,” as well as musical publications, including “Add On Bach,” “Jazz Up the Inventions,” “Jazz Up the Sinfonias” and “Jazz Standards.” Admission to the recital is $5 at the door. For more information, visit the Music Department calendar website or call ext. 6-2406.
 

Cal Poly to Host Guest Artist Presentation on Kenyan Folk Music March 12

Abbey K. Chokera, senior assistant director for Kenya’s Permanent Presidential Music Commission in the Ministry of Sports, Culture and the Arts, will give a presentation on Kenyan folk music at 6 p.m. Monday, March 12, in Room 218 in the Davidson Music Center (No. 45). Chokera is visiting the U.S. through the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) International Conductors Exchange Program, and he will present at the ACDA Western Division Conference in Pasadena in March. As part of the exchange, Cal Poly Director of Choral Activities Scott Glysson will travel to Kenya this summer to work with choirs from across the country and to present a concert. Chokera has been a music educator and choral musician in Kenya, where he served as a member of the National Executive Committee of the Kenya Music Festival and as an adjudicator and facilitator for choral activities. He is also the founder of the Bel Canto Chorus, a female choral group in Nairobi. He earned a doctorate in music education from the University of Florida in 2016. The presentation is free and open to the public. For more information, visit the Music Department calendar website or call ext. 6-2406.
 

Cal Poly Symphony to Feature Student Soloists and Stockdale High School Symphony Orchestra at Winter Concert March 16

The talents of student soloists will be showcased at the Cal Poly Symphony’s Winter Concert at 8 p.m. Friday, March 16, in the Performing Arts Center (No. 6). Tyler Stockton will perform Launy Grøndahl’s Concerto for Trombone and Orchestra, first movement; Titus Shanks will play Édouard Lalo’s Cello Concerto, first movement; L. Shaun Fairfield, guitar, will play Radamés Gnattali’s “Suíte Retratos,” No. 1; Charlie Huang will perform Julius Rietz’ Clarinet Concerto, second movement; and Namjoon Joo will play Edvard Grieg’s Piano Concerto, third movement. Vocalist Lauren Hartog will sing “Must the Winter Come So Soon?” from Samuel Barber’s opera, “Vanessa.” All of the soloists are music majors except Huang, who is a computer engineering major; and Joo, who is a computer science major. After intermission, Bakersfield’s Stockdale High School Symphony Orchestra will perform and will join with Cal Poly string players for Ralph Vaughan Williams’ monumental work, “Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis.” The program concludes with the Cal Poly Symphony’s performance of Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Capriccio Espagnol.” Tickets for the concert are sold at the Cal Poly Ticket Office, ext. 6-4849. For more information, visit the Music Department calendar website or call ext. 6-2406.
 

Cal Poly Choirs’ Winter Concert Explores the Theme of Light on March 17

The Cal Poly Choirs’ winter concert, “Lux Perpetua,” is set for 8 p.m. Saturday, March 17, in the Performing Arts Center (No. 6). Lux perpetua (“perpetual light”) is the theme of the concert as the choirs present an exploration of works that revolve around the subject of light. Works by Ēriks Ešenvalds, James Whitbourn, Joseph Haydn, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and others will be performed. Lux perpetua is also a portion of text from the traditional Requiem Mass, and the choirs will sing one movement of Maurice Duruflé’s “Requiem.” The choirs will join forces with the Cal Poly Symphony to perform the entire Duruflé “Requiem” on June 3. Dancers from the Theatre and Dance Department’s composition class, under the direction of Diana Stanton, will create original choreography for James Whitbourn’s “Luminosity.” Cal Poly's PolyPhonics, the University Singers and Chamber Choir will be accompanied by Paul Woodring. The choirs are conducted by Director of Choral Activities Scott Glysson. Tickets for the concert are sold at the Cal Poly Ticket Office, ext. 6-4849. For more information, visit the Music Department calendar website or call ext. 6-2406.
 

Event Calendar

To find out what’s going on at Cal Poly, visit the Events Calendar. The site includes community events that are open to the public and Campus Life events open to students, faculty and staff. The calendar also includes events at the Performing Arts Center. A link from the calendar allows staff, faculty and students to check facility availability before requesting and reserving on-campus locations for activities and events. For more information about publishing an event on the calendar, contact events@calpoly.edu, or visit the university scheduling page.
 

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Athletics

For an overview of up-to-date sports information, photos and videos, visit gopoly.com. Students always get in free. Faculty and staff discounts are available.

Upcoming Events @ Home
 

Friday, March 9
Softball vs. North Dakota, Janssen Field, 3 p.m.
Softball vs. Marist, Janssen Field, 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 10
Softball vs. Marist, Janssen Field, 12:30 p.m.
Softball vs. North Dakota, Janssen Field, 5:30 p.m.

Sunday, March 11
Softball vs. Santa Clara, Janssen Field, 12:30 p.m.

Monday, March 12
Baseball vs. New Mexico, Baggett Stadium, 6 p.m.

Thursday, March 15
Men’s Tennis vs. Texas-Arlington, Mustang Courts, 10 a.m.
Men’s Tennis vs. Idaho, Mustang Courts, 2 p.m.

Friday, March 16
Baseball vs. San Diego State, Baggett Stadium, 6 p.m.

Saturday, March 17
Beach Volleyball vs. TCU, Pismo Beach Courts, 9 a.m.
Beach Volleyball vs. Arizona, Pismo Beach Courts, 1 p.m.
Baseball vs. San Diego State, Baggett Stadium, 6 p.m.

Sunday, March 18
Baseball vs. San Diego State, Baggett Stadium, 1 p.m.

Thursday, March 22
Baseball vs. Dartmouth, Baggett Stadium, 6 p.m.

Friday, March 23
Track and Field hosts ShareSLO Cal Poly Invitational, Steve Miller and John Capriotti Athletics Facility, 1 p.m.
Baseball vs. Dartmouth, Baggett Stadium, 6 p.m.

Saturday, March 24
Track and Field hosts ShareSLO Cal Poly Invitational, Steve Miller and John Capriotti Athletics Facility, 10 a.m.
Baseball vs. Dartmouth, Baggett Stadium, 1 p.m.

Monday, March 25
Men’s Tennis vs. Boise State, Mustang Courts, noon.
 

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Job Vacancies

Employment Opportunities

The complete listing of staff and management vacancies is posted on the Cal Poly Jobs website. To apply, go online and complete the application form. For assistance, call Human Resources at ext. 6-2236.

#104754 — Administrative Support Assistant II (Administrative Support Assistant II – 12 Month), Academic Programs and Planning — Writing and Rhetoric Center. $2,539-$4,202 per month. (Anticipated hiring range: $2,662-$3,740 per month.) Open until filled.

#104765 — Director of Operations (Administrator II), Administration and Finance. Salary commensurate with background and experience. Open until filled.

#104766 — Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs, Health and Wellbeing (Administrator III), Student Affairs, Health and Wellbeing. Salary commensurate with background and experience. (Anticipated hiring range: $14,166-$15,000 per month.) Open Until Filled.

#104773 — Assistant Dean of Advancement and External Relations (Administrator III), College of Science and Mathematics. Salary commensurate with background and experience. Open until filled.

#104759 — Cal Poly Scholars Coordinator (Student Services Professional II – 12 Month), Student Affairs. $4,053-$5,763 per month. (Anticipated hiring range: $4,053-$4,150 per month.) Open until filled. Review begins March 19.
 

Faculty Employment Opportunities

Candidates are asked to visit the Cal Poly Jobs website to complete an application for any of the positions shown below. The complete listing of faculty position openings is posted on the website. For assistance, call Academic Personnel at ext. 6-2844.

There are no listings at this time.
 

Corporation Employment Opportunities

Cal Poly Corporation is a separate entity operating in concert with the university to provide a diverse range of services and resources to students, faculty and staff. To view job postings or apply, visit the Corporation website. For assistance, contact Human Resources at ext. 6-1121.

Graphic Designer, Marketing and Communication, $44,907-$67,371 per year.
 

ASI Employment Opportunities

Candidates are asked to visit the ASI website to complete an ASI application and apply for open positions. For more information, visit the ASI Business Office in UU 212 or call ext. 6-5800.

There are no listings at this time.
 

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