March 2014
FOUNDATIONNEWS
Starbucks Introduces
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CAL POLY POMONA FOUNDATION, INC.
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University Policy on Smoking
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Cal Poly Pomona Foundation
operations go back to the
University to provide financial and
facility resources to benefit
students, faculty, and staff.
Reminder to the Campus Community
Environmental Health & Safety would like to
remind everyone of the University’s Smoking
Policy that prohibits smoking inside buildings
and within twenty-five feet from all facili es
and in all vehicles.
Note: This policy prohibits all methods
of smoking including but not limited to
e-cigare es and vaping.
It is an cipated that people will be courteous to each other and
voluntarily comply with this policy when requested to do so. If this
informal approach is unsuccessful, individuals may contact supervisors
for infrac ons by faculty and staff, or the Office of Judicial Affairs for
infrac ons by students. The Environmental Health & Safety Department is
also available for assistance.
The policy prohibits smoking in areas where it may have been previously
allowed, including:
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Mark Your Calendars!
March
3/1
Taste of the Farm Store
3/9
Daylight Saving Time
3/13
St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon at Los Olivos
3/13-3/21
Bronco Bookstore Buyback
3/17
St. Patrick’s Day
3/21
Winter Quarter Ends
3/24-3/28
Spring Break
3/26
Vendor Fair
3/31
Cesar Chavez Day (Founda on closed)
April
4/1-4/7
Bronco Bookstore Buyback
4/20
Easter Sunday
4/22
Earth Day
4/22-4/23
Grad Fair
4/28-5/2
Midterms/Study Aid Sale
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Principal for a Day
The Pomona Chamber of Commerce sponsored the annual
Principal for a Day on Monday, January 27. This program
gives its members the opportunity to visit a local school
and shadow a principal, where they get to connect with
students, faculty, and staff. Principal for a Day ul mately
helps strengthen the partnerships between local school
communi es and local business leaders/service groups.
“[Principal for a Day] is a great way to give to the Pomona
community and is an opportunity to see what future Cal
Poly Pomona students are doing in their classrooms,”
stated Sandra Vaughan-Acton, Director of Founda on Real
Estate, who is also the university representa ve on the
Pomona Chamber of Commerce Board.
Sandra and Peggy Kelly, Cal Poly Pomona Dean from the
College of Educa on and Integra ve Studies, par cipated in
the Principal for a Day program for the second consecu ve
year.
Located on Holt Avenue in Pomona, Sandra walked in the
footsteps of Principal Victor Torres at Village Academy High
School, which is not a neighborhood school, but rather a
school of choice.
“The principal, Victor Torres, is doing a great job in
promo ng the school to families who see the value in
sending their teenagers to a smaller school with a unique
environment,” expressed Sandra. “While they don’t have
the typical sports teams and large facili es, what they do
have is very engaged faculty and a high ra o of student to
technology for hands-on learning, which resonates with Cal
Poly Pomona.”
During her visit, Sandra got to experience many classrooms,
including an AP English class, an art class, and a video
produc on class.
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“This is a great li le
jewel in the city of
Pomona. Thanks to my
involvement with the
Chamber, I was inspired
by these students and
felt good about their
excitement in learning,”
said Sandra.
While Sandra visited
Village Academy High
School, Dr. Kelly a ended
Kellogg Polytechnic
Sandra Vaughan-Acton with Principal Torres
Elementary School,
located near Cal Poly
Pomona in the neighborhood where the Founda on
owns 16 homes in the faculty/staff housing program. She
followed the school’s new principal Rabia Minha, who
received her undergrad, graduate, and cer fica on from
Cal Poly Pomona University.
“There was a change in principals over the summer,
which we knew meant that we would have to rebuild
rela onships. Being principal for a day was step one in that
process,” stated Dr. Kelly.
Dr. Kelly visited every classroom and all the support staff
with Principal Minha.
“I had a wonderful and enlightening me!” expressed
Dr. Kelly. “Kellogg is an exemplar of a welcoming, familycentered school.”
Dr. Kelly gave Cal Poly Pomona pennants and other Bronco
gear to Kellogg Elementary School, to remind the students
that they CAN go to college—and doing well at Kellogg
Elementary is their first step.
The Foundation Donates Bags
Cal Poly Pomona Founda on provided 300 cloth bags emblazoned with the Bronco logo to
the 300 a endees of the California Higher Educa on Student Summit on January 18 and
19 in Sacramento.
The Bronco Bookstore provided the carry bags at a discount because it was a dona on,
and these student leaders from all 23 of the CSU campuses used them to hold their
conference materials – great publicity for Cal Poly Pomona!
Founda on Board Member Devon Graves, the Chair of the California State Student
Associa on (CSSA) for the 2013-14 year, requested the dona on, and Bronco Bookstore
Director Clint Aase, made it happen.
A Note of Gra tude:
Founda on,
Many thanks for assis ng CSSA with the Cal Poly Pomona Founda on bags. They are very nice and just what we were
looking for.
Go Broncos!
Miles Nevin
California State Student Associa on
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The Foundation Helps Student Sell Natural
Supplement in CPP Stores
Cal Poly Pomona pre-pharmacy student Reilly Breaux
created a natural supplement that improves focus and
cogni ve func on. With the help of Dining Services
Director Aaron Neilson, this supplement, named PolyRx,
is now available in Pony Express at Campus Center and
Poly Fresh at the Bronco Student Center.
Prior to the development of PolyRx, Reilly had been
conduc ng clinical trial research on Alzheimer’s pa ents
and their abili es to respond to treatment. He discovered
that out of the hundreds of supposed treatments,
there were a handful of amino acids and nootropics
that appeared to have regenera ve effects on their
memory and cogni on. These compounds are FDA
approved, but are only available in pill form. Using these
compounds, Reilly was able to create PolyRx in liquid
form. Phospha dylserine, acetyl L-carni ne, ci coline
and tyrosine are main components in PolyRx, which work
synergis cally for cogni on.
Using a solubilizing technique, Reilly created the
supplement to help replace other poten ally harmful
pharmaceu cals.
“[I wanted to] try to market [PolyRx] to students as a safe
studying aid alterna ve to prescrip on drugs like Adderall,”
stated Reilly.
For several months, he tried to get his product sold
in campus convenience stores, but was unsuccessful.
According to Reilly, there was an interest in PolyRx, but
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also skep cism. Around this me, a story about Reilly
and his supplement was published in the Poly Post, which
quickly captured Aaron Neilson’s a en on. A er reading
the ar cle, he reached out to Reilly to guide him through
the process.
“Assis ng Reilly is consistent with the Founda on’s
mission—to support the university community, including
students and alumni,” stated Aaron.
He set Reilly up with health inspectors and helped him
become a registered vendor with the Founda on.
“I wanted to do what I could to help an entrepreneurial Cal
Poly Pomona graduate succeed,” stated Aaron. “I found
him to be quite a fascina ng character!”
PolyRx was introduced to Cal Poly Pomona in early winter
quarter and is steadily expanding outside of campus. Reilly
is currently overseeing produc on for Cal Poly Pomona and
Citrus College.
“It’s safe to say that I owe much to Mr. Neilson,” expressed
Reilly.
Aaron con nues to provide him with contacts to other
campuses to pitch the product to their stores.
“Mr. Neilson and the Founda on gave me an opportunity
that I am forever grateful for,” expressed Reilly. PolyRx is sold in
Pony Express at
Campus Center
and Poly Fresh
at the BSC.
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Congratulations, Norman J. Priest
Scholarship Recipients!
The two exemplary student employees who were selected for the 14th annual Norman J. Priest Scholarship were
honored at the Board of Directors mee ng on Thursday, February 20 at Kellogg West Conference Center.
Angela Beal and Benjamin Tunigold were recognized for their par cipa on and leadership in campus ac vi es,
community services, and Founda on work ac vi es.
President J. Michael Or z and James Priest (Norman J. Priest’s son) presented each recipient with a personalized trophy.
Congratula ons to the 14th annual Norman J. Priest Scholarship winners!
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2014 Unity Luncheon
The 2014 Unity Luncheon (Cal Poly Pomona’s 22nd annual), hosted by affinity group The La no
Faculty, Staff, & Student Associa on (LFSSA), thanked the Founda on for providing a delicious
lunch and specially called out Kellogg West’s Senior Food and Beverage Manager Oscar Villanueva,
Execu ve Chef Jose Rodriguez, and Catering Coordinator Sylvia Medina, as well as Dining Services
Director Aaron Neilson.
The theme of the program was “Through the Lens of Your Iden es.” The keynote speaker was Jesús
Salvador Treviño, a television director, producer, ac vist, and writer. Mr. Treviño has documented
pivotal moments in Mexican-American history and is a living testament to the legendary events of
the Chicano Civil Rights Movement.
Founda on Board member Chris ne Hall, the first African-American female president of ASI,
received the student award for diversity advancement on our campus from the Black Faculty & Staff Associa on, one of the
affinity groups who co-sponsor the event. The other groups are: The Asian Pacific Faculty Associa on, The Pride Alliance,
The DisAbility Alliance, and The Na ve American Student Center.
Numerous a endees joined the luncheon.
ASI President Chrisi ne Hall was given an award.
Kellogg West Catering supplied a variety of food.
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Kellogg West Continues Refurbishments
Last year, many areas of Kellogg West underwent renova on projects to enhance its modernity and improve its
overall appearance. Kellogg West recently extended their improvements to the side rooms near the dining room and
ballroom.
During September 2013, the entrance doors to the side rooms were replaced, and in early January 2014, the tables
and chairs were also changed. In order to maintain a consistent look, the new tables and chairs are similar to those in
the dining room and ballroom.
Kellogg West also contracted the company that had installed the ballroom air walls to replace the walls in the side
rooms. This project was completed on Tuesday, February 4.
The exis ng light fixtures will also be replaced with new chandeliers.
Once the refurbishments in the side rooms are complete, Kellogg West’s en re dining area will have a fresh and
cohesive look.
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Power Couple Contest
The Bronco Bookstore hosted its first Power Couple Photo Contest via Facebook from January 19 to January 31. Students
entered the contest by visi ng the Bronco Bookstore’s Facebook page, clicking on the Power Couple Photo Contest tab, and
uploading a picture of themselves with a partner. Partners could have been a significant other, friend, parent, sibling, or even a
pet—anyone that makes them a “power couple.”
A er the entry period, Facebook users voted for their favorite entry. BroncoGear and Bronco Gi Cards were awarded to the
top three couples. In addi on, the first place winners received a Power Couple photo shoot session. Two sisters, Valen na and
Ann Truong, claimed the first place spot. Pictures from their photo shoot can be viewed on the Bronco Bookstore Facebook
page (www.facebook.com/broncobookstore).
The campaign proved to be a success for the Bronco Bookstore Facebook page. 78 total entries were entered which garnered
over 1,500 total votes. In addi on, the Bronco Bookstore Facebook page received 773 new page “likes” during the campaign
run, se ng a new all- me high for the page’s audience.
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Cal Poly Pomona’s Homecoming
In celebra on of the university’s 75th anniversary, Cal Poly
Pomona hosted Homecoming and Family Weekend on
Friday, February 7 and Saturday, February 8. Cal Poly Pomona
Founda on Dining Services, the Bronco Bookstore, and
Kellogg House Pomona joined the two-day event.
The Poly Trolley was in service near the events taking place
on Friday evening, which included an ice ska ng rink, fashion
show, and flag football game. During the Homecoming
Fes val the following day, the Poly Trolley was among over
half a dozen other local food trucks. Later that evening, the
Poly Trolley moved near the Kellogg Gym to serve at the
women’s and men’s basketball games.
The Poly Trolley was in service on both Homecoming days.
Los Olivos hosted the Parent & Family Breakfast on Saturday
morning from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. The University
Cabinet, Alumni Leadership, and ASI Leadership were all in
a endance. Los Olivos guests not only enjoyed a delicious
meal, but got to listen to a speech given by President Or z,
par cipate in “Breakfast with the President” (similar to Pizza
with the President), and partake in a raffle.
On Saturday a ernoon, Cody Medina, Service Manager of
Vista Market and Denny’s, served several appe zing items
throughout the Homecoming Fes val. During the fes vi es,
which included live music, a pe ng zoo, and carnival rides,
Cody grilled turkey legs and served elote (corn), churros, and
so drinks.
Students show off their Homecoming gear.
The Bronco Bookstore and Kellogg House Pomona also
joined the celebra on. The bookstore, which is usually only
open Monday through Friday, opened its doors on Saturday
for Homecoming a endees, and also had a “reunion tent”
during the Homecoming Fes val. Furthermore, curious
guests had the opportunity to tour Kellogg House Pomona on
Saturday a ernoon.
Los Olivos hosted a tasty breakfast on Saturday morning.
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President J. Michael
OrƟz and his wife BeƩy
smile in front of the ice
skaƟng rink.
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Yvonne Lujan
Employee Profile
Title: Assistant Property Manager
Job DescripƟon: My du es include just about anything real estate
related that helps the Real Estate Manager and Director of Real
Estate to do what they need to. This includes managing Innova on
Village and the homes in our housing program.
Length of Employment: I’ve been with CPPF since October 2013.
What I like about my job: I love the campus’ beau ful surroundings
and the people here are great!
Yvonne and her three children
Career goal: My career goal is to work my way up in real estate and combining it with my business
background.
Length of commute: 11 miles
I have a talent for: I’m definitely a great bargain shopper, but I’m also good at encouraging others to see
things in a new light.
My biggest challenge: Avoiding procras na on.
My biggest achievement: Comple ng the LA Marathon – twice!
Favorite childhood memory: Listening to my family’s stories, especially those of my grandmother who
lived with us.
Favorite food on campus: Starbucks – does that count?
No one would ever guess ... that my parents came to America aboard the Queen Mary.
On weekends, I love to ... hit the town, the beach, or spend me at home with family.
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Starbucks Introduces New Bagels and Pastries
Craving a bagel or delicious baked good? Our on-campus Starbucks has recently added three kinds of bagels including
plain, mul -grain, and the Everything Bagel.
Starbucks has also introduced La Boulange pastries. La Boulange is a San Francisco bakery and café that has been
serving ar sanal pastries and food since 1996. Starbucks partnered with La Boulange due to its passion to offer
wholesome food, which has made it a local favorite in San Francisco. These delicious baked goods have now made it
into Starbucks loca ons across the country.
There is an array of scrump ous La Boulange goods to choose from, including caramel pecan s cky buns, coffee cakes,
marshmallow dream bars, croissants, and ham and cheese savory squares.
Stop by our on-campus Starbucks to try one of the new bagels or La Boulange pastries!
La Boulange
Chocolate Croissant
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Baked Potato Bar—Make It Your Own!
Fresh Escape at Campus Center is selling delicious baked potatoes.
Hungry customers can customize their potato with a variety
of toppings, including whipped bu er, sour cream, bacon bits,
broccoli, cheese, chili, and chives. Guests can stuff their potato as
much or as li le as they prefer.
The baked potato bar has been very well received, with an average
of 16 potatoes sold per day.
This offer is for a limited me only, so be sure to stop by Fresh
Escape in Campus Center for your scrump ous, completely
customizable baked potato!
Nuts About Nuts!
Craving a delicious, salty snack? For a limited me, Pony Express at Campus Center and
the College of Business are having a buy-one-get-one-free sale on their 1.25 oz. and 1.5 oz.
Wonderful Pistachios. Flavors include Roasted & Salted Almonds, Sweet Chili Pistachios,
Roasted & Salted Pistachios, and Salt & Pepper Pistachios. Which one will you get?
Don’t miss this great deal!
Poly Trolley Helps Pack the Stands!
On Thursday, January 23, the Poly Trolley moved to the Kellogg Gym and joined the “Pack
the Stands” event, one of the biggest games for the CPP’s men’s and women’s basketball
teams against Chico State. Rockstar Energy Drink donated a long board, shirts, and hats to
the Poly Trolley, which they raffled at the event. Addi onally, students who arrived for the
5:30 p.m. women’s basketball poff received Poly Trolley vouchers—an $8 value.
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Soul Food Luncheon
Los Olivos hosted their Soul Food Luncheon on Tuesday, February 18 ...
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