Associated Students, Inc. (ASI). ASI represents all Cal Poly Pomona students through representative government. As the Board of Directors for the organization, elected student officers govern on behalf of the student body. Student officers and other student volunteers advocate for students at the university and state-wide level. In addition to student government, ASI provides students with involvement opportunities and a variety of important services including the Bronco Student Center, Recreational Sports - intramural leagues and tournaments, Bronco Events and Activities (BEAT) - campus entertainment and educational programs, and the Children's Center - on-campus childcare offered in partnership with the Division of Student Affairs. To get involved, visit ASI Student Government in the Bronco Student Center.
Bronco Athletics. Competing at the NCAA Division II level, the Broncos sponsor 12 intercollegiate sports, including baseball, men's and women's basketball, men's and women's cross country, men's and women's soccer, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's track and field, and women's volleyball. Cal Poly Pomona has garnered thirteen national team championships plus numerous individual championships. Academics are emphasized, resulting in excellent student-athlete performance in the classroom. The Athletic Department is located in Building 43.
Bronco Student Center. Managed by Associated Students, Inc. (ASI), the Student Center provides students with a place to study including 24-hour building access during finals week, seven food venues, a full-service fitness center, events and activities, meeting space for student clubs and organizations, a games room with pool tables and video games, the Wellness Center, student government offices, the Bronco Events and Activities Team that sponsors campus events, copying services, the Visitor Center, the Cal Poly Federal Credit Union for banking services, and the ASI Box Office for discount tickets.
Career Center. The Career Center assists students with career planning, choice of major, and student employment (full-time career, part-time, temporary, summer, internship and cooperative education positions). For students unsure of their major choice or career goals, the Career Center offers career testing, special decision-making workshops, and a Career and Personal Exploration class (see the University Catalog). Career counselors are available for individual appointments and workshops are offered each quarter on resumé building, interviewing, and searching for a job. The Career Center also hosts a variety of exciting events like career fairs, employer presentations and interviews with employers on campus so students are encouraged to register with the Career Center as soon as possible. Registration takes place on-line at www.csupomona.edu/~career. The Career Center is located in Building 97, Room 100.
Children's Center. The Children's Center assists parents in maintaining their enrollment by providing quality childcare for preschool children for a reasonable fee. Children must be 2 1/2 years through 5 years old and toilet trained. In addition, the Children's Center's State Preschool Program offers a free, 3-hour session, which includes a hot lunch for children 3 and 4 years of age. The State Preschool Program is available to parents who meet income eligibility requirements. The Children's Center is located in Building 116.
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). University life often involves personal changes and academic challenges which can impact students' emotional well-being. The college experience can lead to stress, anxiety and relationship concerns, in addition to changes in decision-making strategies. The professional counselors at Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provide assistance to students by offering individual, couple, and family counseling, psychological testing, and crisis intervention. Additional services include support groups, workshops, training programs, and presentations. Counseling services are free and confidential, and available to currently enrolled students. CAPS is located in Building 66.
Cultural Centers. The Cultural Centers are committed to the recognition, promotion and support of the rich diversity of our campus community. Presently, five centers represent the major cultural groups on campus: the African American Student Center, the Asian and Pacific Islander Student Center, the Cesar E. Chavez Center for Higher Education, the Native American Student Center, and the Pride Center (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Student Center). Each center sponsors a number of programs to enhance cross-cultural communication and experiences for all of our students and provides a network of support services that address the needs of traditionally underrepresented students. The Centers are located in Buildings 95 and 1.
Disability Resource Center (DRC). Students who have a physical (mobility, visual or hearing impairment), functional (mental, psychological, learning, emotional) or temporary disability are eligible for services from DRC. Testing, support services, individual accommodations, interpreter services, reader services, assistive technology lab, and notetaking services are among the services provided. Counseling services are also offered for disability management issues in an academic setting. Students registered with DSS may also participate in ARCHES, a grant-funded program which provides additional supportive services. DRC is located in Building 9.
Evening Administrative Services. Administrative services are offered Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. during each academic quarter, through the week of final exams. Providing services are the Office of Admissions & Outreach, Registrar's Office, Cashier, Financial Aid, and Photo I.D.
International Center. This center is the focal point for international activities at Cal Poly Pomona. The Center provides opportunities for all students to develop cultural understanding and broaden their global perspective. Services include programs for international students and scholars, as well as long- and short-term programs for those interested in studying abroad. We invite you to visit us in Building 1, Room 104
Judicial Affairs. The Office of Judicial Affairs investigates complaints and charges against students and alleged violations of university regulations. Judicial Affairs assists students in the interpretation of campus regulations and makes recommendations for possible sanctions, advising, counseling, or other university services.
Library and Computing Facilities. The centrally located University Library includes 205,000 square feet and reader stations for 2,000 students. The collections exceed 3.2 million items, including 743,979 volumes; 2,483,407 microforms; 12,985 maps; and 11,000 technical reports. The Library subscribes to 11,880 periodicals, including 9,120 e-journals, 21 newspapers, and 109 major citation/abstracting/full-text databases accessible to students and faculty onsite and from remote locations via the Internet. The University Library has a strong commitment to the use of emerging information technologies. Handson bibliographic instruction sessions are conducted in a state-of-the-art electronic classroom. All Library resources and services are available to students and faculty at no charge.
Our on-campus computing labs are fully equipped with Sun, Macintosh and IBM PC computers. You also have access to computing specialty centers at other CSU campuses over various wide-area networks. On-campus specialty labs are available to allow "hands-on" experience within particular educational areas. These labs contain various types of computing equipment and software specifically designed for a particular discipline.
Office of Student Life & The Cultural Centers (OSL). OSL is committed to the recruitment, retention and development of all students and coordinates and advises programs that appeal to the diversity of students, including ASI, Clubs, Greek Life, Multicultural Council, Multicultural Leadership Class, and the Rose Float. Together with the Cultural Centers, OSL teaches Reaffirming Ethnic Awareness and Community Harmony classes and hosts the annual Cross-Cultural Retreat. OSL supports leadership development through the Spring Recognition Awards Program, skills building workshops, and an extensive resource library.
The ReEntry & WoMen's Resource Center. Located in the Cultural Centers building, #95, this center offers programs in two main areas. Re-Entry Services includes workshops, programs, and services for students 25 years or older or who are just beginning or continuing college work after being away from school for several years. WoMen's Resources offers workshops, advocacy, support groups, Cal Works, educational resources, materials, and a comprehensive library address topics and issues related to the changing roles of men and women in our diverse society. Academic credit is available to students interested in internships and leadership experience.
Student Health Services. This fully staffed ambulatory care facility is located in Building 46 and provides basic medical services to students with illnesses, injuries or other health-related issues. You pay a mandatory quarterly health fee at the time of registration, entitling you to no-cost unlimited visits with licensed medical doctors and nurse practitioners on an outpatient basis. X-rays, basic lab work, orthopedic services, confidential HIV testing, and family planning and birth control information are available at no additional cost. You may call to make an appointment or you can be seen the same day for urgent care on a walk-in basis.
Low-cost services include CPR and First Aid classes, travel and influenza immunizations, and cholesterol testing. Our on-site pharmacy provides low-cost prescription medications and non-prescription pharmacy items. Student Health Services' satellite facility, The Wellness Center, located in the middle of campus in The Bronco Student Center, Building 35, provides free health education literature, body fat measurements, blood pressure screenings, height and weight, health risk appraisals, and a variety of health enhancing assessments. Outside and after-hours medical care is at your expense. You are strongly encouraged to carry outside insurance coverage for those times when Student Health Services is closed or when you need to be referred to an outside provider. At a minimum, low-cost medical insurance (as well as vision and dental plans) is available through Associated Students, Inc.
