Resources for Faculty
Teaching and technology
The Center for Teaching, Learning and Technology supports faculty across campus with services and resources such as course design, learning communities, and strategies to promote inclusivity and accessibility in the classroom.
Research
The Office of Research and Economic Development supports faculty, staff and students in their research including help with finding funding, industry collaborations and other resources. Their site also includes information on policies and guidelines.
Academic Senate
The Academic Senate is the faculty governing body, which creates and evaluates policy and procedures on academic, fiscal and personnel matters. It meets once a month and is made up of elected representatives across campus.
Classroom Support
Classroom Tech
Many classrooms have technology that help you teach your class. Classroom Tech can help you learn to use this technology, troubleshoot issues or report problems for these spaces.
Canvas
Canvas is Cal Poly's official Learning Management System (LMS). Visit the Canvas Support site when you need training, resources or help troubleshooting Canvas.
Tech Checkout
Borrow technical equipment from laptops to cameras to video recorders and more from Cal Poly Tech Rentals. Find tech checkout on the first floor of Kennedy Library and available to all campus members.
More Resources
Advising Resources
University Advising offers a Faculty Advising Toolkit along with other resources such as training and access to 1Stop (advising notes software).
Teach Abroad
Cal Poly has many opportunities to teach or conduct research in other countries. Visit the International Center for resources and information to get involved.
Grants
Find funding opportunities that fit your research interests and area of focus. The Grants Development Office has staff and resources to assist you.
