Cal Poly University Q and A (notes)

Day: 2 Session Time/Number:   4 Session Space:

Convener: Annamarie, Amy, Vincy, Vivian
Notetaker: Vivian Tai

Why choose Cal Poly?

• Smaller classes

• Hands-on experience

  • Ex: Intro to Computer Science -> Work with different categories of programming like music, etc.

  • Ex: Technical Writing -> Work with iFixit to write a repair guide that will be published

• Community

  • A lot of clubs with a lot of involvement like Society of Women Engineer, White Hat, Women in Software and Hardware

    • Mentor programs

  • Professors are friendly and helpful, have flexible office hours

  • Peers are a good resource

How are the Dorms? Apartments?

• Depends on your personal preference:

  • Apartments = more private

  • Dorms = more social

Why did We Choose Computer Science?

• For the versatility:

  • Ex: technology in other fields -> robotics, biological equipment, etc

• For the creativity:

  • different ways to approach the same problem

• For the practicality:

  • fun careers

UC vs Cal Poly?

• UC – more research based

• Cal Poly – more hands on, motto = “Learn by Doing”

What can Students in High School Do?

• Get involved in clubs

• Explore different classes and interests

• Get involved in leadership