Campus Life

Programs and clubs for students

Join one of the many International Student Organizations to get connected to the community.

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Welcome Ambassadors

The International Welcome Ambassador Program is a fall quarter program for new international students to assist in adapting to life in the USA and help them get the most out of their Cal Poly experience.

Poly Hosts

The International Poly Hosts Program helps foster connections between Cal Poly International students and the Cal Poly community.

Poly Hosts and International Students at Yosemite
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Cal Poly Clubs

Clubs are an essential part of Cal Poly. With over 300 Clubs at your fingertips, it is easy to meet students who share the same interests as you do.

Cal Poly Events

The International Center and Cal Poly host events year-round.

International Center Taste of the World event
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Student diversity & belonging

Student Diversity & Belonging is a collective of campus resource centers supporting and empowering students experiencing marginalization through intersectional advocacy and cultural connections to build a more just and equitable Cal Poly community.

Student Life & Leadership

Student Life & Leadership, which is a department in the Student Affairs Division, has programs that are designed to promote student development in and outside of the classroom. They offer opportunities to develop leadership skills, set objectives, make decisions, share in group dynamics, experience diversity, and work independently to reach your goals.

ASI President elect