Fall Conference Launching the 2018-2019 Academic Year

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Time Event Wednesday Sept. 12

8:30 AM- 4:00 PM

Reserved for Faculty New to Cal Poly Faculty new to Cal Poly will receive an email with more information. If you have questions please contact CTLT at 756-7002 or ctlt@calpoly.edu Hosted by the Center for Teaching, Learning & Technology (CTLT)

Thursday Sept. 13

8:00 AM- 2:00 PM

College/Department Meetings & Retreats

For meeting/retreat schedules, contact specific college and/or department office.

2:30-4:00 PM

Convocation Christopher Cohan Performing Arts Center Miossi Hall Open to campus community

This year’s Convocation will include: • Emcee Vice President Cynthia Villa • Fall greetings by representative of the Academic Senate, Cal Poly

Labor Union, and ASI • Recognition of the Distinguished Teaching, Distinguished

Scholarship, Outstanding Faculty Advisor, Learn by Doing Award, Outstanding Staff Award winners and the recipient of the Provost’s Award for Partnership in Philanthropy.

• Keynote remarks by President Jeffrey Armstrong

Employee spouses/domestic partners are welcome. A reception will immediately follow the program in the Rossi Grand Lobby and Plaza.

4:00-5:30 PM Convocation Reception Christopher Cohan Performing Arts Center Rossi Grand Lobby and Plaza Open to campus community

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TIME EVENT Friday Sept. 14

8:00 AM- 1:00 PM

Academic Affairs Kick-off Meeting & Luncheon for Department Chair and Heads Advanced Technology Lab (ATL) – Building 007

Hosted by the Provost, this event provides academic department chairs and heads an opportunity to meet as a group prior to the start of classes, have a dialogue with the provost, receive updates on important issues and participate in a focused discussion on relevant topics. Further detail will be sent prior to the meeting.

10:00-11:00 AM Intro to PolyLearn Kennedy Library – Building 35, Room 111B

PolyLearn is Cal Poly’s Learning Management System, enabling faculty to provide students with 24-hour access to course content and materials. This hands-on session will provide an overview of the PolyLearn system. We will demonstrate how PolyLearn supports teaching and learning, what tools are available, and how to get help when needed.

11:00 AM- 12:00 PM

Intro to PolyLearn Gradebooks Kennedy Library – Building 35, Room 111B

During this session, we will provide hands-on training, support and advice on how to setup your PolyLearn Gradebook. The PolyLearn Gradebook allows students to view their grades during the quarter. We will demonstrate Gradebook options and examples, what tools are available, and how to get help when needed.

1:30-5:00 PM Academic Senate Retreat University Union – Building 65, Room 220

I. Presentation and discussion of the University Strategic Plan by Keith Humphrey, Vice President for Student Affairs; Mary Pedersen, Sr. Vice Provost for Academic Programs & Planning; Bruno Giberti, Assoc. Vice Provost for Academic Programs & Planning.

II. GE Task Force Progress Report by Andrew Morris and Gregg Fiegel, General Education Task Force Co-chairs.

II. Presentation on the Future of the General Education Governance Board and Area Workgroups by Gary Laver, General Education Governance Board Chair.

For information, contact the Academic Senate Office at 756-1258 or ggregory@calpoly.edu

2:00-3:00 PM Intro to PolyLearn Kennedy Library – Building 35, Room 111B

PolyLearn is Cal Poly’s Learning Management System, enabling faculty to provide students with 24-hour access to course content and materials. This hands-on session will provide an overview of the PolyLearn system. We will demonstrate how PolyLearn supports teaching and learning, what tools are available, and how to get help when needed.

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TIME EVENT 3:00-4:00 PM Intro to PolyLearn Gradebooks

Kennedy Library – Building 35, Room 111B

During this session, we will provide hands-on training, support and advice on how to setup your PolyLearn Gradebook. The PolyLearn Gradebook allows students to view their grades during the quarter. We will demonstrate Gradebook options and examples, what tools are available, and how to get help when needed.

Monday, Sept. 17

9:00 AM- 2:00 PM

Academic Day: College Connections

Academic Day: College Connections is a time for new students to learn more about their colleges and what they will be doing academically while attending Cal Poly. All incoming students will be split up by college and be led to informative workshops. Registration is not required; exact activity times and locations vary by college.

8:30 AM- 12:00 PM

Reserved for Employees New to Cal Poly Faculty, staff, and administrators new to Cal Poly will receive an email with more information. For additional information, contact Employee and Organization Development at learnandgrow@calpoly.edu or 756-7478. Hosted by Employee and Organization Development

12:00-3:00 PM Campus Resource Fair for all New(er) Hires Performing Arts Center - Pavilion

New(er) to Cal Poly? The Campus Resource Fair is for YOU!

The Campus Resource Fair is ideal for faculty, staff, and administrators hired during this past year. The resource fair brings together representatives from almost three dozen organizations, services and clubs from across campus to host tables during the Fair. These subject matter experts present information regarding essential services and benefits while showing you how to continue to explore, engage and connect at the University. You can chat one-on-one with representatives to get personalized support and gather reference materials.  Registration is not required. Please contact Employee and Organization Development at learnandgrow@calpoly.edu or 6-7478 (805 756-7478) if you have any questions. Hosted by the Center for Teaching, Learning and Technology (CTLT) and Employee and Organization Development

Tuesday, Sept. 18

8:00 AM- 2:00 PM

College/Department Meetings & Retreats

For meeting/retreat schedules, contact specific college and/or department office.

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TIME EVENT Wednesday Sept. 19

8:00 AM- 2:00 PM

College/Department Meetings & Retreats

For meeting/retreat schedules, contact specific college and/or department office.

9:30 AM- 1:00 PM

Graduate Student Orientation Business Silo, Building 03 Room 213

The orientation will cover important information regarding the graduate path to degree completion, a panel of on campus service providers, and lunch with Graduate Coordinators. Orientation is open to all graduate students. For further information visit: http://grad.calpoly.edu/students/orientation.html

2:00-5:00 PM International Student Orientation Chumash Auditorium

The International Student Orientation is required for all new freshmen, transfer, and graduate students on an F or J visa. At the orientation, new international students will be introduced to the International Center staff, learn about important campus resources, and will have the opportunity to interact one-on-one with staff from those resources as well as other international students during a reception.

In addition, new international students have the option to schedule an individual advising appointment with an International Student Advisor and will be invited to attend the “Coffee & Donut Check-In” group meeting on Friday September 21st 10:00 AM -12:00 PM in Bldg. 52 Room E28.