& Cal Poly Pomonathe Community Vol. 1, No. 3 | SPRING/SUMMER 2000 www.csupomona.edu focus Resource A Natural Creating Campus Inland Empire Economic Partnership Seeks University Expertise in Compiling Area Forecast Connections By Charles Bentley Connectivity is an important factor in our modern world. Whether dealing with BUSINESS IS GREAT THESE DAYS IN THE INLAND EMPIRE. WITH TOTAL EMPLOYMENT IN THE SAN BERNARDINO/RIVERSIDE COUNTY AREA AT RECORD business, government, education or family levels and projections of over 1 million people working in the region by year’s end, this is a time of exceptional fiscal fitness. and friends, the ability to create and main- All this comes as no surprise to the Inland Empire Economic Partnership (IEEP), which promotes itself as a resource to estab- tain connections has become vital in our lished businesses as well as those companies looking to relocate to the area. IEEP’s primary task is to know and understand the day-to-day lives. local business climate. We at Cal Poly Pomona understand the Offering it up in a concise, clear manner, however, is not easy. need to build strong links. As one of 23 “It’s always difficult for us to explain to specific individuals what the benefits here are,” says Meredith Maloney, IEEP vice presi- regional California State University cam- dent of administration and operations. “The problem is the ideas can sometimes seem abstract. It makes for a very hard sell.” puses, our mission is to advance learning With that in mind, it made good business sense for the IEEP to seek out its own resource. So it approached Cal Poly Pomona and knowledge by linking theory and prac- to learn how the university could help create and compile a regional economic forecast for the Inland Empire. tice in all disciplines as well as preparing Under the direction of economics professor Mohammad Safarzadeh, three students—undergraduates Vera Fleischer, Michael Shi students for lifelong learning, leadership and careers in a changing multicultural and first-year grad student Patrick Flynn—are striving to give IEEP the hard data companies and industries will understand. world. None of this is possible without “When business is moving to a particular region and there is investment in that region, what is the impact of that investment forging strong connections to aid in the and the spending of that business on other area businesses? Is there a spillover effect?” asks Safarzadeh, laying out the idea educational process. behind the project. “Even a small barbershop in the region, how it might be affected by such a move. It’s what they call the multi- Yet it is also important that we create plier impact of spending in a certain region.” and sustain contacts between our universi- Such spending creates a ripple effect, offering existing businesses a chance to realize further opportunities. ty and surrounding communities. We want “We will be able to show just what that addition means in terms of dollars and jobs to the retail, manufacturing, service and housing local businesses, governments, school dis- industries,” says Maloney. “Because there are so many variables involved, it’s difficult to come up with concise numbers. This kind of tricts and residents to view Cal Poly report will give us an edge, allowing us to explain concepts that aren’t always that easy to understand.” Pomona as an accessible resource. This partnership of business and education makes perfect sense. The university wants Whether it’s combining to form a working to be seen as a resource to the community, available to offer assistance to local coalition, creating programs to benefit businesses, governments, communities and individuals. regional interests or simply providing infor- “This helps us in the goal of extending ourselves into the local and inter- mation whenever it’s needed, our desire is to be there to support our neighbors. national community,” says economics department chair Maureen Burton. “It is We believe this publication, Panorama, part of our continuing efforts for community outreach, something that is presents such a connection. Within these part of our department’s strategic plan as well as the strategic plan of pages can be found information, advice, the university.” assistance and entertainment made avail- At the same time, IEEP views this as a prime opportunity to prac- able from the university’s many resources. tice what it preaches. It is my sincere hope that Panorama will “We’re always trying to make it clear to companies interested in fashion lifelong ties between you and the coming to our region the kinds of resources that are available to them. university. We invite your feedback and We feel fortunate here in the Inland Empire that we have such a high welcome both your comments and sugges- concentration of top educational institutions,” says Maloney. “If we’re hon- tions for future issues. For more informa- estly looking to promote those educational resources, then it’s important we tion, call (909) 869-3342. utilize them ourselves. That’s why we’re pleased to be involved with Cal Poly Pomona in this project.” (Please see page 7) President Bob H. Suzuki Economics professor Mohammad Safarzadeh (seated) and students Patrick Flynn, Vera Fleischer and Michael Shi will be knee-deep in analyzing economic impact data for the region.

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“Test-Viewing” Vehicles Getting Wired of the Future Cal Poly Pomona recently donated surplus network equipment—including hubs, routers and As rising gasoline prices made head- fiber optic components—to the Walnut Valley lines across the country, Cal Poly Pomona’s Unified School District to help provide up to 2,000 College of Engineering gave students and new Internet connections for students throughout visitors a chance to preview the next phase the district. of personal transportation. Professor “Three years ago, we had practically noth- Michael Shelton taught a course during the ing,” said Marcus Tamayo, director of technology fall on “Alternate Vehicle Design.” Thanks to at Walnut Valley Unified, which has been work- alumnus and Toyota employee Daniel Hoff, ing on getting all of its schools wired. “Now the the university was able to display the Toyota middle schools and high schools are almost fin- Prius—the world’s first mass-produced ished and the elementary schools are well on hybrid vehicle—and an electric-powered their way.” Rav4 in the college’s second-floor lobby. It was the only extended public display in Southern California of the Prius, which fea-

Matt Wright tures a super-efficient gasoline engine with an electric motor. Science Shop Under a new initiative from Gov. Gray Davis, students at California’s state colleges and univer- Going to the End of the Earth sities will be asked to make community service a How far do members of the National oveGot to Do graduation requirement, a concerted attempt to Science Board (NSB) have to go for science? s L wit give something back to the community that helps How about to the end of the earth. That’s exact- t’ hi subsidize public education. Cal Poly Pomona’s ly where Cal Poly Pomona President Bob H. ha Romance. t? W hands-on, polytechnic approach to teaching is Suzuki was last December. Appointed to a six- Sexual fantasies. Harassment. already exploring ways of offering a “Science year term on the NSB by President Clinton, Promiscuity. These may seem the fodder of a Shop” based on a Dutch model that utilizes univer- Suzuki visited Antarctica to review progress on provocative made-for-TV movie, but to the phi- sity resources to help solve local community prob- the building of the new South Pole Station as losophy department at Cal Poly Pomona, all these lems. For more information, call Roger Morehouse well as research activities there. issues and more are key to understanding the ethi- at (909) 869-4017. “Antarctica is the best, and sometimes cal implications of “Love and Sex in the New only, site for research on global warming and Millennium.” The steamy theme of this year’s the depletion of the ozone layer,” said Suzuki. ethics conference in April received a warm reception from attendees. Sponsored by the phi- losophy department and the university’s Institute for Ethics and Public Policy, the annual conference addresses ethical and moral concerns of broad community interests.

Ambassador Doesn’t Horse Around Back to the Basics Cal Poly Pomona’s newest ambassador, “Buck,” A good education begins with the basics. Yet a has chestnut hair, a gentle temperament and clas- growing number of students lack important funda- sic features. He is admired by all, especially the mentals when they start college. That’s why a Cal staff of the W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center. An 8-year-old Poly Pomona pilot program funded by a grant from Arabian stallion, Buckingham Bey V was donated to the uni- the California State University aimed at improving versity by Kay Skeeter of Ojai Valley Farms. Valued at nearly English and math skills at the high school level has $250,000, Buck is a world-class breeding stallion that will been welcomed by six local high schools: La generate revenue for the equine program through stud Puente Nogales, West Covina, West Covina South fees. His arrival also fulfills a pact between the university Hills, La Puente, Diamond Bar and Pomona Garey. and founder W.K. Kellogg, who stipulated in his 1949 “For high school teachers, I want them to feel deed that Cal Poly Pomona must maintain a herd of purebred we are a resource, something they can rely on if Arabians. To contact the W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center, they need it,” says Richard Navarro, dean of the call (909) 869-2224. College of Education & Integrative Studies.

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Don’t Let Fire Ants Taking Stock Extinguish Summer Fun by Leaps and Bonds Q: Q: I have my retirement money invested in a With summer just around the corner, I’ve heard about outbreaks of 401(k) plan. I’m concerned with the volatility of the fire ants in Southern California. What should I do to protect my yard as well stock market. Are there any guidelines I should as the inside of my house? follow when it comes to diversifying my portfolio? A: You can carefully inspect any sod or plants you purchase from a nursery for the presence of fire A: First, you should not be fully vested in stocks. Even ants before introducing them to your yard. Many Southern California infestations were traced back to sod though the stock market has had an average annual return of 20 farms or nurseries that had fire ant problems. Otherwise you cannot really take preventive measures to percent since the beginning of this bull market in 1982, this is by exclude fire ants from entering your yard except by reporting any nests you see in your neighborhood. far the longest bull market the U.S. economy has ever seen. They thrive in Southern California’s climate, and because they need some moisture for their nests, they do Despite the Dow’s 600-plus one-day point drop in April, we have especially well in areas that are regularly irrigated, such as lawns and gardens. not yet seen the bear side of this market. It’s important to be aware of fire ant appearance and behavior. Red Imported Fire Ants (RIFA) are tiny. Individuals should view retirement as an integral part of They are polymorphic (ants in one colony come in different sizes), and range in overall wealth management, which includes all sources of cash size from 2-5 mm in length. They appear black to the onlooker, but are flows. Individuals should generally invest wealth in three main actually bicolored with the head and thorax reddish and the FIRE asset classes: stocks, bonds and cash. Typically, investors allo- abdomen dark brown. They are similar in size to common cate part of their wealth to money market accounts to protect Argentine ants that are dark brown and all one color. Other ANT HOTLINE against emergency needs for cash. means of distinguishing RIFA from Argentine ants are behav- Suspect you have fire ants in your yard? Since 401(k) plans are retirement plans, the investor typi- ior and nesting habits. Argentine ants have shallow nests Call a toll-free hotline to help you confirm this. cally divides contributions between stocks and bonds. Over the that lack a distinct mound. They occasionally bite, but do not long term (1926-98), stocks annual average return has been 11.2 sting and are not particularly aggressive. The fire ant usual- Recorded information is available 24 hours/day, percent, about twice that of bonds. Yet attention should not ly produces a distinctive mound, which if it is on a lawn, 7-days/week at (800) 491-1899. Attendants and focus exclusively on the changes in prices of the plan assets and the average long-term returns of assets. Also consider the looks a bit like a gopher’s mound. Mound size varies, depend- entomologists are also available at this ability of plan assets to support the plan’s liabilities. ing on how large the colony is. number M-F, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Individuals should diversify across stocks and bonds. Their aggressive behavior is unmistakable. To test if they Selecting the 10 hottest Internet stocks is not diversification! are “aggressive,” you can approach the nest and stomp hard on Investors should select diversified stock and bond no-load mutual the ground. They will pick up the vibration and boil out of the nest. funds to realize the diversification benefits of securities and asset Stay away at this point. They will crawl on anything reasonably close to classes. No single sector should be over weighted. their nest. If you throw an object down, watch them cover it. If they can reach you, How much to invest between stocks and bonds? Generally, they will crawl up to an area of exposed skin, grasp it with their mandibles and twist around, inserting their the younger the person the greater the percent allocated to sting in a circular motion. This will leave you with painful, burning circular blisters that can get infected if stocks. People in their 30s would allocate 70-75 percent to not treated. You will clearly know why these ants are called “fire ants.” It is important to keep children away stocks, where people in their 60s would allocate 40-45 percent from the nest and anyone who might have an allergic reaction to their venom until you have determined to stocks, with both investing the remaining balance in bonds. Younger people can allocate greater percentages to stocks whether or not you are dealing with RIFA. because, should a bear market take place, they have sufficient —Chris D. George, Ph.D. time to recover losses. Professor, Biological Sciences An individual desiring greater stability may consider allo- cating 5-10 percent of the plan to non-U.S. stocks, perhaps through an international fund. pin Investing for retirement is a long-term assignment. ideas p Individuals should not pursue hot tips and should abstain from o monitoring their plan daily on the Internet the way a day trader

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SPRING/SUMMER 2000 • PANORAMA taste The Lighter Side of Science and Math Taking Center Science Summer Camps Add Up to Fun for Schoolchildren Stage in Pomona University, City Team Up to Establish Downtown Center By Charles Bentley

For over 60 years, Cal Poly Pomona and the City of Pomona have shared a common name. Now, thanks in part to the generosity of a local family, the two have joined to offer a place where edu- cation and area agencies benefit both students and the community. Located in the historic Washington Mutual Building at Second and Main streets in the Pomona Arts Colony, the Cal Poly Pomona Downtown Center is a 14,000-square foot extension campus, the university’s first-ever presence in the down- town area. It will eventually include a 99-seat the- atre, galleries, computer labs and office space CAMP for additional community-based activities. “The Downtown Center will help the campus fulfill Sessions By Jennifer Olds its mission to work with communities,” says Barbara Science Camp for Middle Way, dean of the College of Letters, Arts & Social BASEBALL GAMES, SWIMMING POOLS, VACATION SPOTS—THESE ARE PLACES WHERE ONE EXPECTS TO Sciences. “This project will make it possible for us to School Students encounter children during the summer. But a new summer fun spot can be found in the be physically closer to collaborate on projects that are $175 science, chemistry and physics laboratories at Cal Poly Pomona. important to the community.” Aug. 2-4 The Science IMPACT summer camp program headed by Stefanie Saccoman, pro- The generosity of the Tessier family opened the door for this educational partnership. Prominent area fessor and project director, is now in its 4th year. Featuring interactive science activi- Aug. 14-16 businessman Ed Tessier, through Jeved Management ties and chemistry and physics magic shows, the science camps kindle an enthusias- Aug. 21-23 that owns the building, is leasing the space to the uni- tic engagement with scientific inquiry and discovery. versity at cost. “Our goal is to further develop the natural inclination of young people to explore and Science & Math Camp for “This center will be a front parlor for the campus,” investigate,” says Saccoman. “We use real-life applications of science and math in inno- said Tessier. “It will be a place where two sets of Middle School Students vative ways to encourage children to investigate and analyze.” neighbors—the Cal Poly Pomona community and the $325 There are several camps to choose from, each focusing on an area of interest. The mid- residents of Pomona—can get to know each other and 1 Aug. 21-25 dle school camps range from 2-/2 days to five days in length and feature exciting work in benefit from the partnership.” mathematics and science. The math residence camp promises to unlock the mysteries of The Pomona City Council is also fully supportive of the project. It approved funds to renovate the building, Science Camp for math with activities such as mental math, math in nature and math magic. The science and math residence camp combines the intricacies of math with exciting work in ethnobotany which opened to the community in March. “I see everything in the win-win column for this proj- Elementary Students and the tropical rainforest environment. Elementary schoolchildren can enjoy a science day ect. It certainly shows that there is a great opportunity $150 (a.m. only) camp that demystifies science through participation in creative lab and art activities. for the merging of the public sector, education, the city $200 (a.m./p.m.) Perhaps mental math sounds a lot less fun than a day at an amusement park, but and the community, all working together to provide a Aug. 7-11 these summer camps take pride in adding a “zing” to mathematics and science, making facility like this,” says Pomona Mayor Eddie Cortez. “ It both subjects approachable and fascinating. will serve the needs of the entire community. And along Registration and deposits are required by July 1. For more infor- with the other benefits pin mation, call (909) 869-4512. this center will provide, taste p having it in the down-

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n add to the well-being of t our economy there on Second Street.” The W. Keith and For more infor- Janet Kellogg University Art Gallery mation on upcom- ing events at the features many local and national art Downtown Center, displays throughout the year. For the call (909) 469-0080. latest exhibit, call (909) 869-4302 or visit www.csupomona.edu/~kellogg_gallery

PANORAMA • SPRING/SUMMER 2000 visions Matt Wright Solving a Meaty Problem

Cal Poly Pomona Researcher Discovers New N Way to Protect ew Consumers from Le Harmful arning Curv Bacteria I-Poly High Explores Educational Path with e Project-Based Learning

Photo courtesy of Tom Zasadzinski/Inland Valley Daily Bulletin Zasadzinski/Inland Valley Photo courtesy of Tom By Charles Bentley

Posing for a newspaper photographer, A.S. “Narain” Naidu sits patiently as the By Jennifer Olds man with the camera checks a multitude of different lighting and angles to find a desired look. THE SHUTTLE CREW HUDDLES OVER A SHEET OF CALCULATIONS, WORKING FURIOUSLY TO CORRECT A TRAJECTORY “This is no problem, no problem at all,” says Naidu, a medical microbiologist path before launch time. Debate ensues. The work is corrected, tested and applied. The team steps who heads Cal Poly Pomona’s Center for Antimicrobial Research. “When you’ve away from the complicated mathematical formulas as the session ends. spent as much time as I have in labs, something like this is easy.” This is no ordinary shuttle crew, but a team of students from International Polytechnic High Naidu’s patience and hard work have proven invaluable. His research has led School. Nestled in the southwest corner of Cal Poly Pomona’s sprawling campus, “I-Poly” fea- to a breakthrough procedure intended to protect consumers from the harmful bacte- tures a unique teaching style that stresses a global curriculum through project-based learning. ria sometimes found on meat. Mission to Mars is a recent project that has been expanded with the help of the university’s At a USDA-sponsored conference on foodborne bacteria held this winter in John T. Lyle Center for Regenerative Studies. During the first trimester, coursework centered Washington, D.C., Naidu announced his findings. Applying a small amount of lacto- around getting to Mars; the second trimester involved the sustainability of life on Mars; and the ferrin—a natural occurring protein found in mammalian milk—to the surface of meat during processing creates a defensive wall without affecting the color, flavor third dealt with building a simulated colony on Mars. Specific studies in math, social studies and or appearance. biological sciences were not done in a traditional manner, but students utilized all subject areas “We borrowed a page from Mother Nature,” says Naidu, who has studied lacto- as they worked on their projects. ferrin and other natural antimicrobial agents for nearly 20 years. “We have taken a “The whole essence behind project-based learning is that the curriculum is integrated in such natural compound with antimicrobial properties and discovered a way to make it a manner that it’s almost seamless,” says Elsa Martinez, principal of I-Poly High School since 1998. work on meat surfaces to provide a protective barrier against harmful bacteria.” A public school run by the Los Angeles County Office of Education since 1993, I-Poly has nearly As part of the university research, an activated form of lactoferrin was applied 500 students and is open to all eligible applicants from Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San to meat tissue surfaces that had been deliberately contaminated with high concen- Bernardino counties. Selection is based on a written application, personal interview and essay. Far trations of bacteria. The lactoferrin—which is produced from whey, a by-product in from being a magnet school that selects the best of area students, I-Poly’s educational program the manufacture of cheese from cow’s milk—was found to be effective in removing addresses a broad spectrum of students. And this program is getting results. E. coli O157:H7, which has been linked to recent meat-related illnesses, as well as Salmonella and Campylobacter. “The research objective was to use lactoferrin to prevent bacteria from attach- ing and multiplying on meat surfaces using the same natural compound that has The I-Poly graduating class of 1999 functioned this way in mammals for thousands of years,” says Naidu, who figures generated some remarkable statistics: the amount of activated lactoferrin needed to protect a serving of meat to be thou- 100 percent of the graduates indicated that they intended to pursue sands of times less than the amount found in a glass of milk. And the lactoferrin can higher education at either community colleges or universities. be applied easily to meat products at the processing plant as an added step to industry’s existing multiple-hurdle bacterial control process. 64 percent applied and were accepted at four-year universities. Research funding and support were provided to Cal Poly Pomona by 33 percent planned to attend Cal Poly Pomona. Farmland National Beef Company, the only farmer- rancher owned beef processor in the country and the fourth-largest beef processor overall. pi “These are incredible statistics,” says Martinez. “Although the curriculum is Cal Poly Pomona’s Center for Antimicrobial np Research was established to perform basic and visions University of California and California State University approved, higher education used o

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their potential application in food safety, oral health, The recently n are correlated to a GPA and universities are now readily admitting our students.” animal sciences, water quality and public health. established Master t I-Poly’s presence on campus fosters direct interaction with Cal Poly Pomona stu- Naidu, who came to Cal Poly Pomona in 1998, of Public dents and programs. The high school students can participate in university physical was recently awarded a four-year grant from the Administration at education classes and have access to campus resources such as libraries, computer National Institutes of Health to study lactoferrin in Cal Poly Pomona is an advanced degree laboratories and dining facilities. biomedical applications. His distinguished career aimed at professionals pursuing a At lunch time, the crew heads for the university dining area, still discussing their investigating human illness caused by bacteria career in the public or not-for-profit project. There has to be a way to get there, to Mars, they insist. present in the human digestive tract includes the sector. To find out more about this pro- They are determined to figure it out. publication of more than 50 peer-reviewed papers involving natural microbial agents. gram, call (909) 869-4739 or visit For more information on I-Poly, call (909) 869-4567. www.class.csupomona.edu/pls/mpa.htm

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Images Via Imagination

Author Joan Woodward Uses a achievers Fictional Character to Explain Richard Wong Richard Actual Landscape Designs By Charles Bentley

Harnessing Energy LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS TEND TO WORK IN POSSIBILITIES FIRMLY rooted to the real world. So it is a bit surprising that Joan Woodward chose to rely on a bit of illusion to help and Patients readers better appreciate details in her recently released book, Waterstained Landscapes: Seeing and Shaping Regionally Distinctive Places. Steven Wickler Finds Array of Duties Both Challenging and Enjoyable Woodward, an asso- ciate professor and grad- By Charles Bentley uate coordinator of land- scape architecture for Cal Poly Pomona’s College of Environmental Design, employs fictional character Ann Crane to explore existing landscape designs in the Denver region. In moving from Los Angeles to Denver, Crane’s viewpoint helps inform readers in an inviting and cre- ative manner. “It’s written for a lay audience as well as professionals in order to get the message across better than a regular how-to book,” says Woodward. “It’s critiqued through the eyes of a char- acter. That part is all fiction. In that sense, it’s a fictional book. I don’t know where they’ll file it in the library or bookstores.” The book, published by Johns Hopkins University Press, uti- lizes a central theme that mirrors Woodward’s study involving pattern-base design methods. “You really don’t get a sense of where you are and what makes a region distinct. Looking at the landscapes around you, you could be anywhere,” says Woodward, who earned her master’s degree in landscape architecture from the University of Colorado and currently resides in Sierra Madre. “I’m looking Keeping up with Steven Wickler is not an easy task. Considering the assortment of assignments on his to create methods of design meant to elucidate regional dis- daily schedule at Cal Poly Pomona, just remembering his various job titles can prove demanding. tinctiveness.” Wickler is director of both equine research and the Laboratory Animals Facility and is associate director Her idea is to take a different view of the basic schemes of of equine sciences. The La Verne resident also serves as university veterinarian and professor of animal & vet- landscape architecture and create awareness that every area erinary sciences. has its own special traits. Add to that his involvement with a multitude of research projects, including a federally funded study of According to Woodward, those patterns extend beyond the equine muscle function, and the demands on his time becomes apparent. work of nature. She sees a need to recognize and understand the “I had two teachers from Ganesha High School shadow me just to see what one of my days was like,” says way landforms are created and shaped by the different processes Wickler. “First we did some experiments, things I’d never done before. Some worked, some didn’t. Next I had of both nature and man. to look at a pig, then a horse, and then we talked a while about public education. We went from one end of the “We can’t just recreate patterns by themselves. We have spectrum to the other.” to understand what shapes them. Once you see those forma- Over the years, Wickler’s efforts have drawn praise from both contemporaries and students. This spring, tive processes that create a place, then you can read and use his circle of recognition widened when he was selected one of the year’s Wang Family Excellence Award them in ways that are self-perpetuating and self-maintaining,” recipients, given annually to acknowledge five faculty members/administrators from among the 23 California she says. “You save a lot of money, water and resources, and State University campuses. you have a place that looks like it belongs in your region.” “Steve is a well-recognized teacher at both the undergraduate and master’s level as well as a respected As a professor, working with students permits an exchange of researcher. He is one of a few recognized authorities in the area of equine,” says Wayne Bidlack, dean of the ideas on both sides. Woodward enjoys the interaction and sees College of Agriculture. “He is one of the leading faculty members at Cal Poly Pomona who balances both her own ideas and methods applied through class projects, from teaching and research.” a look at the pattern of the vineyards in Rancho Cucamonga to Wickler draws on the teaching aspect to re-energize himself on a regular basis. He believes he learns as the College of Environmental Design’s courtyard on the Cal Poly much from his students as they do from him. Pomona campus. “They’re all different. They add a new twist to even the more mundane procedures,” says Wickler. “In Despite her teaching and professional duties, Woodward their eyes, it’s all new, not simple or boring. It’s refreshing.” has ideas for more books already in the works. She expects Research is another fundamental part of the routine. At last count, his printed work her following efforts—traditional encompasses 97 publications done during his time at Cal Poly Pomona, 77 with graduate nonfiction writing—will focus on student co-authors and 26 with undergraduate co-authors. pin Southern California. His research, such as the equine muscle function project, stems from a personal interest achievers p “Los Angeles is inherently

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racing industry, understanding how equine muscles function means learning more about the Cal Poly Pomona n plexity is daunting. The opportunities mechanics of human motion. That could advance understanding in other related fields. is ranked fourth in t embedded within it are just great.” “One area not immediately apparent is robotics,” explains Wickler. “From our perspec- tive, biomedical robots would be very important in terms of generating systems for the West in cam- amputees or individuals who have lost a limb.” pus diversity, fifth Juggling so many jobs and keeping track of the titles might appear exhausting. For in the Western Region for the highest Wickler, it’s the fun and variety that keeps him coming back. “There are too many people who don’t enjoy what they do,” says Wickler. “Sometimes I proportion of engineering majors and come in and think, ‘God, they’re paying me to do all this.’ It’s pretty cool.” seventh in the category of top Western Regional public schools. PANORAMA • SPRING/SUMMER 2000 Commencement Schedule Cal Poly Pomona com- June 9, 11:30 a.m. — Collins School of Hospitality Management mencement ceremonies June 9, 2 p.m. — College of Science will be held at the University Quad, except June 9, 5:30 p.m. — College of Education & Integrative Studies for the Collins School of June 10, 9 a.m. — College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences Hospitality Management, which will be held at the June 10, 1:30 p.m. — College of Environmental Design Collins School. For more June 10, 5:30 p.m. — College of Business Administration dates information, call the June 11, 1 p.m. — College of Agriculture Commencement Hotline at (909) 869-5369. June 11, 5:30 p.m. — College of Engineering

Musical Notes Antique-Collectible Market (RESOURCES continued from page 1) The following events will be held in the Music Recital Hall June 17—Featuring crafts and fleamarket items, the For the students, this is a chance to take lessons at 8 p.m. Admission is $7 per person. (909) 869-3548. Antique-Collectible Market will be held in Lot F-10 on learned and put them into action. May 23 — Soul Music Ensemble the corner of Kellogg and University drives. The market “I wanted to do some ‘real world’ research instead May 24 — Wind Ensemble & Concert Band is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission and parking are of just class work,” says Vera Fleischer, in her fourth year May 25 — Kellogg Chamber Singers & University free. (909) 869-5315. Concert Choir of undergraduate work. “I’ve always felt the Cal State system was more practically oriented. I’m glad to be part May 27 — Gospel Choir Children’s Motor Development Clinics of something like this because it’s important that educa- May 30 — Jazz Band July 10-August 18—Motor Development Clinics are tion is connected with the practical, the real world.” Cal Poly Pomona Dance Concert offered for children aged 3 to 13 who are experiencing Formulating a regional economic forecast requires movement difficulties in areas of large motor and/or hours of dedicated work. Already in progress for months, May 26—The Institute of New Dance & Culture pres- social interaction skills. The award-winning program much of the time involved tracking down information and ents a dance concert featuring jazz, modern jazz and offers each child five various activity stations during the determining the project’s feasibility. Afro-Cuban selections at the University Theatre. three-hour movement therapy time block. “With any economic study, the challenge is always Admission is $7, $5 for students, seniors and groups. Fees for the six-week program are $200 for two-day finding the data that will allow you to do the project,” The show begins at 8 p.m. (909) 869-3800. blocks and $275 for three-day blocks. Registration and says Safarzadeh. “That’s the difference between the phys- deposits are requested by June 2. (909) 869-4340. ical sciences and social sciences. With physical science, Kellogg House Pomona Tours you can always experiment, basically producing your own June 4—Tours of historic Kellogg House Pomona, the Saddle Up for Adventure data. For us, there is no producing data. If someone else 1927 home designed by Myron Hunt for cereal magnate has collected the data, then we can work with it. But if August 6 to 10—Learn about the backcountry by W.K. Kellogg, will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 it’s not there, we can’t just generate it.” horseback while exploring the John Muir Wilderness as p.m. with individual walk-in and small groups from noon Knowing there is still much to be done, Safarzadeh has part of field instruction offered by the Cal Poly Pomona to 2 p.m. The recently renovated house, which is on the put together a proposal to IEEP to continue the work. And Equine Outreach Program. The $675 per person cost Cal Poly Pomona campus, is furnished with some of the students want to stick with the project. includes tuition, instruction, horse, tack, tent and great Kellogg’s original belongings as well as other beautiful “To me, the more complicated the better,” says meals. Reservations are on a first come, first serve pieces from the same time period. Tours are free. Flynn, who intends to work toward a Ph.D. “I’m interested basis. (909) 869-2224. Donations are encouraged. (909) 869-2272. in doing the research process because I want to make myself even better.” International Print Exhibition The extra time and effort hasn’t discouraged any of the students. Sept. 20 to Oct. 20—An exhibition of “I never felt locating the data would be that difficult a international printmakers curated by Patrick problem,” says Shi. “I was more interested in learning how Merrill will be featured at the W. Keith & the process works and seeing what all I could learn from it.” Janet Kellogg University Art Gallery. Parking on weekdays is $1.50. Admission is free. This project is just part of what both sides envision as a (909) 869-4301. continuing alliance. On June 26 the university will host the IEEP membership meeting, during which Eduardo Ochoa, dean of the College of Business Administration, is scheduled Graduate and Professional Day to speak. And with Cal Poly Pomona president Bob Suzuki Oct. 15—The Golden Key National Honor sitting on both the IEEP’s board and policy council, strong ties Society is holding its 8th annual Graduate & are already in place to maintain the relationship. Professional Day on campus at the “IEEP sees us as a good partner in education,” says University Quad from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Barry Dorfman, interim director for the university’s Office Representatives from over 100 universities of Research & Sponsored Programs. “Personally, I want to Business Banking & Real Estate and programs across the country will be on hand with see us stay active in IEEP so we can serve as a regional information and applications. (909) 869-2443. resource to the business community.” June 8—The Real Estate Research Council’s 1st Quarter 2000 Luncheon will be held at the Kellogg West Conference Center. Brad McCoy, senior vice president and division manager of the business banking group at Wells BRONCO ATHLETICS PANORAMA Fargo Bank, will present “Business Banking and Real For ticket information on these or Published by the Estate.” Members of the real estate industry and local com- other home athletic events, Office of Public Affairs at munity are welcome. RSVPs are requested. (909) 869-2410. call (909) 869-2812. California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (909) 869-3342 Bronco Golf Tournament [email protected] Aug. 29 Women’s Volleyball—7 p.m. v. Alaska-Anchorage June 12—Join the Cal Poly Pomona Broncos for a day STAFF of golf at beautiful Via Verde Country Club. The tourna- Sept. 22 Women’s Volleyball—7 p.m. v. Chico State Charles Bentley ment begins with a putting contest at 9:30 a.m. followed Ron Fremont Sept. 9 Women’s Soccer—4:30 p.m. v. Grand Canyon April McKettrick by a shotgun start at 11 a.m. Lunch will be provided on Jennifer Olds the course. The festivities continue into the evening with Sept. 9 Men’s Soccer—7 p.m. v. Grand Canyon Jennifer Schufer a cocktail reception, dinner, live and silent auctions and a Sept. 15 Women’s Soccer—4:30 p.m. v. CS Dominguez Hills Ani Markarian, Designer fun awards ceremony. The tournament features a student Aida Morad, Editor athlete as caddie for each foursome and a “Tournament Sept. 15 Men’s Soccer—7 p.m. v. CS Dominguez Hills within a Tournament” for Cal Poly Pomona Alumni. The goal is to raise $30,000 for the Bronco Athletic Grant-In- Aid Fund. Entry fee is $175. (909) 869-2813. 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