A scrapbook including information about the design, construction, and dedication of the Walter F. Dexter Memorial Library. Includes photographs, floor plans, memos, and newspaper clippings. The library construction took place between 1947-1949 and was completed in 1949.
Brochure stating the concerns of the California State College system over funding. Leaders were concerned about the exponential enrollment of students and the ability to provide enough classrooms and resources.
Master plan of the Cal Poly Campus. From this map, campus core can be seen as well as some of the surrounding property. A key is included describing the buildings.
'Emphasis for Tomorrow: A Long Range Educational Plan' was a progress report on the university and educational plan for both Cal Poly campuses. Updates are included on the implementation of certain programs as well as a report on the philosophy or objectives of the college.
A report to the California State College Trustees, updating the state on the activities of the San Luis Obispo, Pomona, and San Dimas campuses. Information included touches on diversity, enrollment, and subject matter among other themes.
Postcard depicting the Cal Poly San Luis Obispo campus. Caption on back reads: 'The Cal Poly campus, as seen in the panoramic view from the famous 'Poly P', is set on the lower slopes of the Santa Lucia Mountains which edge the city. Since its founding in 1901, Cal Poly has grown from a two-year vocational training school to a large and outstanding four-year accredited college. Because of Cal Poly's 'learn by doing' philosophy and truly 'polytechnic' nature, its graduates have earned a reputation for being among the finest technically oriented people in the country.' San Luis Mountain (left) and Bishop' Peak (right) are in the background and the campus is in the foreground.
Each shaded region of the plan is categorized by its function and organization. This map was included in the 1968 Master Plan, designed by Corwin Booth and Associated Architects. See the full Master Plan at https://digital.lib.calpoly.edu/rekl-87902 (ua0079_2011-0048_0010)