Portraits in Giving

"We believed that a way to give back to Cal Poly for the privilege of being part of the university was to set up a scholarship," says Dr. Cota. "The gift is modest, but we believe that Cal Poly's program is the best in the United States and we want to help see it continue."

Hal and Judy Cota

As one of the nation's leading engineering schools, in fact, Cal Poly's College of Engineering stands at an opportune moment to reshape engineering education to better meet the needs of industry and society.

Kathleen Holmgren (IE 1980)
Sr. Vice President (retired)
Sun Microsystems

I believe that if everyone gives even a little bit, we can make a big difference

Kristen O'Halloran Cardinal

"I want students today to have the opportunity to undertake truly cutting-edge projects, and especially multi-disciplinary projects because that's what industry needs today"

Paul and Sandi Bonderson

"Cal Poly has been an important part of my life for 50 years. I'm especially proud that my alma mater has earned national recognition for its students, faculty, facilities, and for its 'learn by doing' credo."

Paul Wright (ME 1958)
President
Wright Associates