POLY REPS is a voluntary, public relations organization of 30 students who assist in the promotion of Cal Poly to prospective students and their parents, alumni, potential donors, and friends of the university. It is cosponsored by the Admissions Office (Academic Affairs), the Alumni Relations Office (University Advancement), the University Library, and the Student Affairs Division.

Mission Statement
Promoting Cal Poly and personalizing the university to prospective students, their parents, and other visitors to the campus.
Increasing awareness of the benefits of Alumni Association membership and encouraging Cal Poly students and alumni to participate in Cal Poly Alumni Association activities.
Supporting Alumni Association and Admissions Office events and representing the Cal Poly student body.
Developing student leaders who practice teamwork, self-motivation, creativity, and friendship.

Activities
Giving campus tours and presentations to prospective students and their parents, alumni and special visitors
Making presentations about Cal Poly at high schools and community colleges
Serving on panels discussing student life at Cal Poly for counselors, parents, teachers, students, and alumni
Representing Cal Poly as hosts or resource persons at campus public relations events
Attending biweekly meetings and tri-annual training retreats
Enjoying special events for members such as the new member celebration, the fall retreat, district and national conventions, the “Apple Polysher,” annual End-of-the-Year Banquet, etc.
Organizing Homecoming activities, “Laugh Olympics,” and Parents’ Days for Cal Poly
Informing current Cal Poly students about alumni participation after graduation and the benefits of the Cal Poly National Alumni Association

Membership
Selection criteria includes:
Dedication to group and time commitment (approx. 10-15 hours/month)
Sincere desire to represent Cal Poly
Ability to work well with others
Effective speaking ability
Ability to make a positive first impression
Ability to adapt to a variety of situations
Cross-section of Cal Poly student body (major/college, ethnicity, gender)
Knowledge of the university
Minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average; full-time student status; a minimum of one quarter completed at Cal Poly with at least one year of coursework remaining at time of application.
Note: Although hard work and commitment are required, much of the individual participation in activities can be worked around the POLY REPS’s class and study schedule.

Advantages from Membership
Unparalleled experience in public relations (meeting people, public speaking, representing the university) which develops the skills and confidence vital to success in job interviews and career advancement
Being part of a dynamic, high visibility, helping organization
Opportunity to work with and learn from university professionals in recruitment, marketing, public relations, development, advancement, alumni, and management
Enjoy extending Cal Poly hospitality and information which will help high school and community college students and their parents in their decisions about where to attend college
Broaden contacts among faculty, staff, students, administration, and alumni for pleasure, help on campus, and references upon graduation
Provide an important voluntary service for their alma mater by presenting a positive image of Cal Poly to students, parents, alumni, donors, and other persons important to the university.