Cal Poly Pomona University Library

Hello Broncos, starting tomorrow the University Library moves to Fall Semester Hours. The library is open from 7:30am to 10pm Mon to Thur, 7:30am to 5pm Fri, Closed Sat, and 12pm to 8pm Sunday. For updated operating hours: cpp.libcal.com/hours/

Show off your creativity at the DIY Halloween Costume Competition hosted by Student Innovation Lab Ideas on October 30 from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. at the 2nd Floor Bronco Community Zone. Bring your best handmade costume and celebrate Halloween with fellow Broncos.

Celebrate Archives Month with Special Collections & Archives at “The Power of Archival Practice: Preserving Student, Family, and Community History.” Join us Oct 28, 12–1 PM (Library 4th Floor, Room 4829) to learn how to preserve your collections: cpp.libcal.com/event/15568095

Join the Student Innovation Lab Ideas for Themed Button Making on October 30 from 2pm to 4pm at the 2nd Floor Bronco Community Zone. Create your own Halloween-inspired buttons and add a festive touch to your day. Open to all students.

Learn how to use AI tools like ChatGPT ethically and effectively in your coursework at our workshop, “Maintaining Academic Integrity Using AI.” Join us Nov 18, 12–1 PM (Classroom 2907 or online) to explore best practices and responsible AI use: cpp.libcal.com/event/14927529

CPP Library is hiring a Digital Projects Coordinator (LSS IV) in Special Collections & Archives! Lead digital preservation & access (ArchivesSpace, Preservica, Alma). Salary: $55,332–$71,580/year Apply by Nov 6, 2025: careers.cpp.edu/en-us/job/5526… Info: cpp.edu/library/specia…

Get crafty, Broncos! Join the Pumpkin Decorating Bash at the Bronco Community Zone on Thursday, October 30, 12–2 PM (while supplies last). Pumpkins and decorations provided, just bring your creativity!

Tomorrow is your last chance to visit the Special Collections and Archives Open House celebrating Archives Month. Stop by the 4th Floor, Room 4434 from 12–1 PM to explore rare collections and discover how archives preserve Cal Poly Pomona’s history.

Explore the new 2nd floor book displays for the 2nd half of October, featuring a showcase on Kanopy, the streaming service available to the entire campus community. Near the central elevators, check out the spooky Halloween display filled with eerie reads and seasonal favorites.

We have some sad news, Gracie, our biggest female therapy dog died last Saturday. With her many visits, she saw thousands of students, faculty, and staff. Thank you so much giving us lots of love over the years.

Celebrate Halloween at the library with a festive trick-or-treat event. Visit both the 1st Floor Information Desk and the 2nd Floor Library Entrance to collect some sweet treats. This event is open to all. cpp.libcal.com/event/15544978

On Saturday, November 1st, the campus comes alive for Explore CPP Day, welcoming incoming transfer students and future Broncos! Join us in giving them a warm CPP welcome and showing off the Bronco spirit that makes our community shine! 🐎💛

Calling all dog lovers, this week has a host of wonderful therapy dog events at the library's 2nd floor Bronco Community Zone 10/21/25 10am – 11am, Makana 10/22/25, 1-3pm, Gracie, Hamlet, and Sioux 10/23/25, 10am – 12pm, Apollo 10/24/25, 2pm – 3pm, Max

October is Archives Month! 📚 Join Cal Poly Pomona Special Collections & Archives on October 28th, 12–1 p.m. in the University Library, Room 4829, for a free workshop on preserving your personal, family, and community history. For an email reminder: cpp.libcal.com/event/15568095

Today is the Campuswide Evacuation Drill. Starting at 11:45am, all the buildings on campus will be evacuated: 1. Please grab all your belongings 2. Head to the nearest emergency exit 3. Wait at the designated evacuation area Thank you so much for your participation!

Discover the treasures of history at our Archives Month Drop-In Open House! Visit Special Collections & Archives, Oct 20–24, 12–1 p.m. (Univ. Library, Rm 4434). Explore rare materials, new acquisitions & how archives bring the past to life, no RSVP needed!

🌎 This Thursday: 🕥 10:16 a.m. – ShakeOut Drill — Drop, Cover, and Hold On! 🚶‍♀️ 11:45 a.m. – Evacuation Drill — follow directions to your building’s evacuation area. Preparedness saves lives—let’s keep our campus ready! 💪

Join us on tomorrow, from 4–5:15 PM (PT) for a hybrid event at Cal Poly Pomona with artist Salomón Huerta and Dr. Álvaro Huerta as they discuss the murals of the Ramona Gardens housing project in Boyle Heights and explore how art, identity, and community come together.

⚖️ Explore Careers in Social Justice & Law! Join a panel of legal leaders from LA County & beyond to learn how to build a career that drives equity & community impact. 📅 Oct 14 | 12–1:30 PM 📍 Library Special Events Room (15-4829) 💻 Zoom: cpp.zoom.us/j/83820812038

Today is the last day of Banned Books Week! We hope you’ve enjoyed our incredible displays and programs. Join us for our final event, a Banned Books Film screening, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the library’s 2nd Floor Bronco Community Zone. See you there!

👻 It’s officially Spooky season in the library 👻 Pumpkins, cobwebs, and cozy corners await. Special thanks to Huntley College of Agriculture for the festive pumpkins! 🎃