
Double Masters Equals Double Opportunities
After earning a masters degree in Quantitative Economics, grad business student Amanda Walker re-enrolled for another degree in the MS Business Analytics program—and is looking ahead to a career in data analytics.
Passion Projects
Ten students who launched projects that spoke deeply to their identities and passions during the pandemic.
The Future of Economy x Ecology
Professors and students within the Orfalea College of Business are working toward a greener economy.
Interview: Colleen Mitchell
Discussing accountability, progress and the future of DEI with the OCOB alumna.
Resilience Amid Challenge
Students and faculty reflect on finding strength during challenging times.
News & Features
Dressed for Success: Women in Business President Uplifts Peers While Running Boutique She Co-Founded
As the co-owner of a clothing boutique in Southern California, Layna Hathway can share plenty of…
Morro Bay Wind Energy Project Could Create Thousands of Jobs, Make Morro Bay a Green Energy Leader, According to Orfalea College of Business Study
A wind energy project would feature turbines roughly 20 miles off the coast of Morro Bay.…
I Tried My Luck at Cal Poly’s Annual Egg Drop – and Here’s How it All Went Down
(Photo: Jahan Ramezani) By NETA BAR I am no packaging connoisseur. Not well acquainted with the…
Student Life
Double Masters Equals Double Opportunities
After earning a masters degree in Quantitative Economics, grad business student Amanda Walker re-enrolled for another…
How We Learn By Doing
How a team of Cal Poly business and architecture students received a glimpse into their future careers.
Passion Projects
Ten students who launched projects that spoke deeply to their identities and passions during the pandemic.
Research & Faculty
2021 Distinguished Scholarship Award
Economics professor Stephen Hamilton is recognized for exemplifying the teacher-scholar model and for his applied research.
2021 Faculty Awards and Accolades
Notable highlights, recognitions and honors for professors and staff within the Orfalea College of Business.
Polarization and Purchasing
A research paper led by Cal Poly marketing professors finds broad impacts from political polarization.

Empowering Career-Ready Leaders Through Learn by Doing
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