1. science
2. engineering

The Biomedical & General Engineering Department sends out a weekly email
announcement of items we feel may be of interest to all of our students. If not interested,
please delete.
CPConnect Project Funding Opportunity (see attachment)
The Cal Poly Interdisciplinary Projects Program (CPConnect) facilitates donor sponsored interdisciplinary
projects for faculty and students. Our mission is to provide a link between donors and resources that are
available at Cal Poly to ensure that projects are properly funded and have the technical expertise required
for completion. All projects that enable students to explore the integration of technologies to solve
problems will be considered. Proposals can include funding for equipment, materials/supplies, and travel
to conferences, competitions, and project sponsors. The typical range for requested funds should be in
the $500 to $5,000 range. We anticipate funding 5-10 projects each quarter. For more details, see the
attached Request for Project Proposals, or go to the CPConnect website at
https://cpconnect.calpoly.edu/. Please note that proposals must be submitted using the "Proposal
Template”, which can be found on the CPConnect website.
The deadline for proposals for Spring Quarter is April 24. If you have any questions, please contact the
Director of Interdisciplinary Projects, Dr. Lily Laiho ([email protected]).
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WGS Scholarships: AY 2015-2016 (Nomination Deadline 4/24)
The Cal Poly Women’s & Gender Studies Department is excited to announce 11 new scholarships in
support of student work and finances. Please see the attached flyer and share widely with students!
Among eligible scholarships are the Susan Currier Memorial Scholarship ($1,200); James M. Duenow
Scholarship ($300); Nell E. Spradlin Scholarship for the Recognition of Individuality ($500); and Ralph R.
Wilmar Women’s Educational Opportunities Scholarship ($2,000). The Vicki and Darell Farrer Scholarship
($1,200) may be awarded to a student in the College of Engineering. The majority of scholarships support
students within the College of Liberal Arts and across campus, and criteria range from being a part of a
specific college to holding particular personal values. Students must be nominated by faculty and staff,
and are encouraged to ask for recommendations as early as possible.
Nominations should be addressed to the Cal Poly Women’s & Gender Studies Department. Students
must attend Cal Poly in Fall 2015. The nomination deadline is Friday, April 24.
For details and inquiries, email [email protected] or call (805) 756-1525.
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Student Initiated Entrepreneurial Multi-Disciplinary Senior Project Course (See
Attached)
A section of ENGR 459/460/461 will be offered starting in Fall 2015 for seniors that are interested in multidisciplinary senior projects that combine both engineering build/design/test and entrepreneurial business
model development. The FINAL information session and team formation workshop is being held
onMonday April 20th at 6PM in Building 002-206 (Food Provided). The focus of the meeting will be:
- Provide Course Information and Introduce the Faculty
- Team Formation by Interest Area
- Gathering student initiated product/service ideas (if you have an idea, present it to the group to gather
teammates)
- Have Fun
For those students interested in this course, student teams need to be formed during the early part of
Spring 2015 quarter and projects reviewed by the faculty that are leading this course. Teams will consist
of both engineering and business entrepreneurship students that will work in teams to develop and test
both low resolution, and high resolution prototypes that will be used for business model development and
market validation testing. This course provides the opportunity to use your senior project to help launch
an entrepreneurial career and better understand the journey of entrepreneurial engineers. If you already
have an idea for a project, come prepared to pitch the idea to help in recruiting students for your team. If
you have a skill and are looking for a team, this is a perfect opportunity to hear about other projects that
may be of interest to you. For more information please contact either Professor Tom Katona
([email protected]) or Professor Lynne Slivovsky ([email protected]) and make plans to attend the
upcoming information session.
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Engineering Entrepreneurship course added!
Interested in the process of commercializing a technology-based idea? ENGR 451 will prepare students
to identify and evaluate commercial opportunities in the earliest stages of their development. The
emphasis will be on the methods necessary for rapid iteration and market validation of early-stage
prototypes. This quarter will focus on opportunities in the healthcare industry, using microprocessorbased designs in biomedical applications. Prerequisites are negotiable, as this class will benefit from a
variety of disciplines. Senior standing desired. Class meets W/F 2:10-4 in 186-C200. If interested,
please attend the first class.**
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Paid MEDITEC Pilot Study Needs Volunteers
Are you interested in making easy money while learning about cutting-edge biomedical technology?
We are currently conducting a MEDITEC pilot study sponsored by St. Jude Medical to investigate
changes in blood flow associated with transcutaneous neurostimulation. We are looking for around 50
student volunteers to participate in our study over the remainder of the quarter. We are able to offer $25
in the form of a Visa gift card as compensation for 2 hours of participation for students who agree to not
drink caffeine up to 12 hours prior to their testing time slot. Feel free to contact either of us if you have
any questions!
Cheers,
Leah Schafer ([email protected])
Kaylee Keck ([email protected])
Biomedical Engineering MEDITEC Program
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
Volunteer Sign-Up Link
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Seeking EPIC Lab Instructors (See Attached)
EPIC is a high school summer camp run on Cal Poly's campus. It allows high school students to
experience college life while taking classes in different engineering departments. In previous years
BMED professors have been able to offer a BMED lab during EPIC, unfortunately this year no professors
are able participate.
Lab instructors are paid! Attached are the details about payment and more information about EPIC.
If you are interested in participating please fill out the form below:
Session 2, July 13-17, Grades 10-11, and/or Session 3, July 20-24, Grade 12
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Society of Women Engineers
*EVENTS:*
Name: *Girl Scout Day*
Time: 4/25/2015 8:45 AM -12:45 PM
Location: ATL
Description: Hey everyone! Cal Poly SWE is hosting our biannual Girl Scout
Day and we need a lot of volunteers! The event will take place from 8:45 am
- 12:45 pm at the ATL (bldg 7) and at various locations on the Cal Poly
campus.
We need volunteers to help with check in, lead the engineering activities,
serve as a group leader for the troops, and assist with clean up!
Click Here to sign up to be a volunteer.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact Kristina
Mai at [email protected].
Name: *Bishop's Peak Elementary School Puentes Program*
Description: We need volunteers to help with the Puentes homework club on
Tuesdays, from 2:30 - 3:45 pm in Bishop's Peak Elementary School library.
Volunteers will be needed every Tuesday. However, you can choose to
volunteer one time or as many times as you want. You will be working at a
table with a few students. The location is on 451 Jaycee Drive in San Luis
Obispo. You will be getting an additional email within a week asking for
the specific date you are interested in volunteering on. To sign up, click
on this link.
If you have any questions, please contact Kristina Mai at [email protected].
Name: *Pleasant Valley School Engineering Activity*
Description: We have one teacher who would like us to visit her classroom
and present an engineering activity. Her schedule is flexible and she is
available any time during the week of April 13th. On the link below, please
specify when you are free and I will coordinate with the teacher about your
availability. Click here for info.
The location will be at Pleasant Valley School (7000 Ranchita Canyon Rd,
San Miguel, CA 93451).
If you have any questions, please contact Kristina Mai at [email protected]
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EWB Announcements
There will be a general meeting this Wednesday, April 15 from *6-7pm *in the *ATL*. We will be electing
next year's officer board at this meeting, so be sure to attend! Please see our *calendar* for the locations
and times of our other upcoming meetings.
If you would like to receive the full announcements, please email
[email protected].
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Cal Poly EMS Club Announcements
Our meeting times have moved! We are now hosting two meetings, Monday 3-4pm and Monday 5-6pm,
both in 21-122A. Also, we have launched our website, and will be posting jobs, volunteer opportunities,
ride along opportunities, and more.
www.facebook.com/CalPolyEMS | calpolyems.wordpress.com
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April Sexual Awareness Month Events (See Attached)
This year the focus of SAAM is on campus sexual
assault. This makes it even more important that we use our role as faculty
and staff to help end sexual assault at Cal Poly and in our SLO community.
I have highlighted some of our main events. Hope to see you there!
Monday, April 20th 7pm (The Palm Theater): *The Hunting Ground, *from the
makers of The Invisible War comes a startling exposé of rape crimes on
college campuses. Q and A to follow the film.
Wednesday, April 22nd 6pm (Chumash) *Rachel Thomas*, Rachel Thomas is a
survivor and expert on human trafficking and how it affects college
campuses such as Cal Poly.
Thursday, April 23rd All Day! *Denim Day*, we invite everyone to wear denim
on this day. Denim Day stands as a reminder that no matter what a person is
wearing, there is never an excuse nor an invitation for sexual assault.
Saturday, April 25th 11am-2pm (Mission Plaza): *Walk a Mile in Her
Shoes *hosted
by RISE. This is Men's March against sexual assault. This year Cal Poly's
our celebrity walker is President Armstrong!
Thursday, April 30th 10-12pm (UU Plaza) and 5:30-8:30pm (The Jack House):*Take
Back the Night, *is an international event that features protest marches
against sexual violence, memorializes and honors victims, and empowers
survivors and supporters. The final march will be followed by an evening of
poetry, music, food, and a candlelight vigil at the Jack House on 536 Marsh
St. *This is Safer's largest event of the month!*
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Spring Career Services Events (See Attached)
This spring, take advantage of the many events and workshops offered by Career Services by viewing
our Workshops and Events Google Calendar located
at http://careerservices.calpoly.edu/content/student/career-fairs-and-events (flyer also attached). Topics
offered include:
* Networking (April 21)
* Establishing your personal brand (May 7)
* Finding a summer job (April 23)
* Applying to grad school (May 5 and 12)
* Many more topics – check out Google calendar by clicking on link above
SPRING QUARTER EVENTS:
On-Campus Interviews
* In addition to the workshops and events noted above, there are many companies coming to campus
this quarter to interview students in our office for internship, co-op, and career positions. To apply for OnCampus Interviews, login to MustangJOBS to submit your resume for the positions you are interested in.
Be sure to update your Profile before signing up for On-Campus Interviews. Deadlines for submitting your
resume for on-campus interviews are approaching quickly, so submit your resumes soon.
NEW THIS QUARTER: PORTFOLIUM
* Career Services is excited to launch Portfolium this quarter! Portfolium is a free digital portfolio tool to
visually showcase your academic and professional accomplishments and experiences. Creating
Portfolium "entries" allows you to beautifully organize and highlight your extracurriculars, hobbies, and
internships by including samples of your reports, papers and projects. This is perfect for all of your learn
by doing experiences!
* Portfolium is also your own unique personal branding tool, integrating a professional profile with
social media and job-seeking features. The platform makes it very easy for you to not only search for and
apply to jobs, but to also share your work with friends, colleagues and the very employers you want to
work for!
* Watch for emails later this quarter with your special login information.
NEW THIS YEAR!
FasTrak Appointments (15 minutes maximum)
* Monday thru Thursday, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. (Bldg. 124, Room 224)
* Wednesdays from 4:10 – 7:00 p.m. at the Mustang Success Center (Bldg. 52)
* No pre-scheduling necessary—students seen on first-come, first-served basis for any of your careerrelated needs!
How to See Your Career Counselor/College of Engineering Specialist:
* To schedule an appointment with me, call the Career Services front office at 805.756.2501, ext. 1.
* I also hold drop-in hours in Building 124 on Wednesdays from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.(excluding job fair
days and quarter breaks). Drop-in is great for resume or cover letter review or short discussions (10
minutes or less) on career related topics.
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