Join us from September 8 to 12, 2025, for the Fall Semester's Library Welcome Week. We have a host of great programming so you can learn more about your Cal Poly Pomona University Library and the many services, resources, and spaces we have for students, faculty, and staff.
Location: 2nd Floor, Bronco Community Zone (11:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Type of Event: In-Person
Are you getting stressed with the beginning of the semester? Swing by the library’s second-floor Bronco Community Zone for our Pinback Button & Drawing, where you can relax, make art, and turn your creations into shiny buttons (three max per session) to take home. We also have drawing supplies if you just want to vibe and relax.
Location: 2nd Floor, Bronco Community Zone (Time varies by dog, look below for more information)
Type of Event: In-Person
Stop by the library's second-floor Bronco Community Zone (behind the second-floor entrance elevators) and pet cute dogs, and feel your stress go away. The library is also hosting the event "Learn About YOUR Library" during therapy dog events so you can learn about library resources and get some freebies.
Everyone is welcome to pet these adorable dogs.
Location: 2nd Floor, Bronco Community Zone (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Tu & 3:00pm - 5:00pm W)
Type of Event: In-Person
Welcome Week Fall 2025 - Nintendo Switch Free Play In-Person Do you need a break? Head to the University Library's second-floor Bronco Community Zone for our Nintendo Switch Free Play event, featuring Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and more. This event is open to all Broncos and perfect for a fun, relaxing time. Come play solo or with friends, no competition required—just enjoy the games and unwind. Register below for a reminder 3 days before the event!
Star Wars Virtual Display Tour - Do you love Star Wars? Join retired library employee Larry Huizar and librarian Paul Hottinger on a virtual tour of our Star Wars library display.
De-Stress with Library Pets - Check out this heartwarming video of University Library faculty, staff, and student assistant pets. Your heart will melt away with all the love and joy of this video.
Adult Storytime - Librarian Shonn Haren does dramatic reads of intriguing scary stories. This YouTube is even better at night!
Beyond Tin-Foil Hats: Exploring the World of Conspiracy Theories - In this presentation we're going to discuss the phenomena of conspiracy theories, what they are, how they work, and why people believe in them.
You're Doomed, Now What? (Survival Skills for the Academic Procrastinator) Workshop - IT'S DUE WHEN? Oh no, you're DOOMED! Or not... In this workshop, we will go over some of the skills, tricks, and tools that can help save you from academic doom, when the deadline is rapidly approaching.
5 Job Search Secrets for Challenging Times - In this recorded webinar, career strategist and author Christy Noel shares job search strategies and answered questions from the audience. Avoid the feeling of frustration and disappointment that can come with a lack of opportunities and job interviews. Watch this presentation to learn actionable advice and practical tips you can implement to find a job and get hired in a virtual world.
Resume and Job Search Essentials - Did you miss the Resume and Job Search Strategies Workshop? Here is a link to the Facebook Live simulcast so you can watch it at your own pace. There is lots of good material for the new job hunter or the person looking to move up the corporate ladder.
Meet Your Subject Librarian: Shonn Haren - Meet the Subject Librarian for Anthropology, English, Geography, Psychology, and Sociology.
