Endowments, Internships and Awards
Baker Koob Endowments
The Baker and Koob Endowments support hands-on, project-based learning for Cal Poly students. The endowments are pooled to fund various student projects through a competitive application process. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to, student and faculty travel, research, group projects, conferences, competitions, and materials. The funds are open to all majors and colleges and are intended to foster cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Panetta Congressional Internship Program
Each year, the Panetta Institute for Public Policy invites CSU presidents to nominate an outstanding undergraduate (junior or senior) student leader from each campus to participate in the fall semester Congressional Internship in Washington D.C. The Panetta Institute fully funds the program, and students majoring in any subject are eligible to apply.
Provost's Leadership Award for Partnership in Philanthropy
Nominations are now open for the 2025 Provost’s Leadership Award for Partnership in Philanthropy. This award honors current or former faculty members who have significantly contributed to advancing Cal Poly’s mission through fundraising and development efforts. The recipient will be recognized at Fall Convocation.
- Nominations are due by Friday, April 4, 2025, by 5 p.m. PT.
- To submit a nomination, please complete this form: 2025 Provost's Leadership Award for Partnership in Philanthropy Nomination Form.