The offices of Academic Innovation curate experiential learning, discovery and innovation opportunities for the Cal Poly Pomona community.

SPICE

Center for Community Engagement

Kellogg Honors College

CPP NSF I-Corps

Student Innovation Idea Labs

Office of Undergraduate Research

Innovation Incubator

CPP Invests

Career Center

PolyX

The hallmark of a Cal Poly Pomona education is Signature Polytechnic Experiences (PolyX). AI offers you a one-of-a-kind educational experience through experiential learning, multi-disciplinary perspectives, collaboration and professional readiness. 

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Faculty & Staff Opportunities

AI offers faculty and staff opportunities for experiential learning, creativity, discovery and multidisciplinary collaboration through institutes, sandboxes and innovative curricular. Click any circle below to learn how you can participate.

Faculty Institutes

Sandboxes

Pop-up Courses

CPP NSF I-Corps

Olukemi Sawyerr, Ph.D.

AVP Academic Innovation

E-mail: oosawyerr@cpp.edu

Phone: 909-869-2427

My superpower is....

My superpower is...

creating opportunities for experiential learning, discovery and innovation. I love being part of the Cal Poly Pomona community because Cal Poly Pomona is a place where I can deploy my superpower to pursue my passion of empowering students to pursue their dreams. I enjoy travelling, going to new places, meeting new people and eating new foods.

What is your bucket list travel goals?

• My bucket list is to visit every continent, every state in the U.S. and most countries. I am still working on it…

 

5 Questions with Dr. Olukemi Sawyerr

 

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Winny Dong, Ph.D.

Faculty Director, LTD Initiative

E-mail: winnydong@cpp.edu

Phone: 909-869-2634

Find out more about me!

FInd out more about me!

I am the faculty director for the Office of Undergraduate Research and the Learn Through Discovery Initiative. My academic background is in Materials Science and Engineering.

What is your favorite animal?

• I love dogs. Cats not so much.

Where in the world do you wish you could work remotely for week?

• Paris, Munich, Alaska, Hawaii, Tokyo, Taipei, Seoul, Grand Canyon North Rim, Glacier National Park, basically anywhere!

Who is your real-life hero and why?

• Anyone who is kind and tells the truth.

 

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Kara Raymundo

Analyst, Academic Innovation

E-mail: karaymundo@cpp.edu

Phone: 909-869-2752

Get to know me!

Get to know me!

I am the Analyst for the Office of Academic Innovation. I am interested in Public Administration and Sociology. I enjoy spending time with family, while traveling to places we have never been to. 

What superpower would you want to have? 

• The power to have a healing ability 

 Where in the world do you wish you could work remote for a week? 

• Maldives 

 What is your favorite food? 

• Hawaiian Food

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Caitlyn Kubulan

Communications Specialist, Academic Innovation

E-mail: cmkubulan@cpp.edu

Learn about me!

Learn about me!

Where in the world do you wish you could work remotely for a week? 

• Bali, Indonesia!

What is your favorite food?

• Japanese food.

What are your passions?

• Traveling, reading, cooking, and shopping for records.

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Office of Academic Innovation

Josue Ruiz

Web Developer, Academic Innovation

E-mail: josuearuiz@cpp.edu

Find out more about me!

Find out more about me!

Hello, I'm Josue or Josh, a Web Designer at the Office of Academic Innovation. With a passion for bridging the realms of design and functionality, I strive to create websites that aren't just visually appealing but are also user-centric. My journey started at Cal Poly Pomona, where I earned my degree in Computer Information Systems, specializing in Web and App Development. Now, I'm here to bring a blend of creativity and technical skill to the academic landscape, always pushing for new ways to innovate and engage.

What's Your Role at The Office of Academic Innovation?

I'm responsible for designing visually compelling and highly functional websites that align with our academic goals, enhancing the overall user experience.

What Are Your Passions?

I love video games, particularly in the sci-fi and horror genres. Coffee and podcasts also hold a special place in my life. Being an early adopter of new tech trends keeps my skills sharp and my excitement levels high.

What Are Your Technical Interests?

My skill set spans a variety of technologies in both web design and web development. I have experience with design tools like Figma and Photoshop and am proficient in platforms such as WordPress and Webflow. On the development side, I specialize in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. For mobile development, I have a keen interest in Dart and UI frameworks like Flutter, which allow for building visually rich and functional applications.

What's Your Favorite Part About Working Here?

The culture of innovation here is truly invigorating. I love being part of a team that continually seeks ways to push academic excellence and deliver meaningful educational experiences.

What Do You Do Outside of Work?

Outside of work, I enjoy hitting the gym with my personal trainer Kevin and diving into the world of sci-fi and horror movies. Another fun activity I love is urban exploration, where I go on mini-adventures to discover hidden gems in the city.

Fun Fact About You?

I have a small collection of programmable robots, and my favorite one is named Cozmo!

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Rachel Liu

Graphic Designer Student Assistant

Get to know me!

Get to know me!

Where in the world do you wish you could work remotely for a week?

• Taipei, Taiwan. The food is amazing there!

What is your favorite food?

• Any noodle dish

What are your passions?

• Reading, art, nature, and learning new crafts

What is your favorite animal?

• Red pandas! They're so cute even when trying to be threatening

What superpower would you want to have?

• Teleportation. It would save so much time and money

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Olivia Lee

Office Student Assistant

Find out more about me!

Find out more about me!

Hello! I am a kinesiology major who enjoys working with others and also being able to work on a team. I enjoy spending time with friends and family and also exploring new cities. 

Where in the world would you work remotely for a week? 

• Honolulu, Hawaii 

What are your passions?  

• I enjoy going on hikes and going to the beach with friends and family 

What book or movie do you recommend?

• Clueless

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Camille McCurry

Marketing Student Assistant

Learn about me!

Learn about me!

Where in the world would you work remotely for a week? 

• I’ve always wanted to visit Japan, although I think working remotely might be hard when I’m trying to see all of the sights!

 

What are your passions? 

• I love baking and sharing what I make, like cookies and muffins, and playing video games like Valorant and Minecraft. In the mornings, I also try to hike or get some Beat Saber in for fitness.

 

What movie do you recommend? 

• I think everyone should watch It’s Such a Beautiful Day by Don Hertzfeldt. The movie is only an hour long, but it really leaves a lasting impact. I won’t say what it’s about, though — it’s better to go into the film blind!

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