Meet the alumni who represent the best of Cal Poly and Learn by Doing, whether that’s by making a difference through volunteer work, their professions or in their communities. Do you have a story to tell? Let us know!
2025 Year in Review
From campus traditions to gatherings across the country, 2025 was a year marked by pride, connection and memorable moments for the Cal Poly alumni community. Mustangs came together to celebrate milestones, honor achievements and welcome the next generation into the alumni family, reflecting the spirit that continues to bring graduates back long after commencement.
Exciting New Travel Partnership with AESU
Cal Poly Alumni is launching a new travel partnership with AESU, a leader in creating unforgettable journeys for recent graduates and young alumni.
Real Estate Industry Reception Highlights
More than 50 Cal Poly alumni gathered for a real estate industry reception Oct. 9 at The Pacific Club in Newport Beach. The event was hosted by Greenlaw Partners founder Wil Smith, a 1995 agricultural business graduate.
More Cal Poly Proud Stories
Nina Idzerda Joe (Architecture, ’12)
Nina Idzerda Joe has been promoted to associate at ELS Architecture, where she has contributed to major public projects, including Santa Ana’s award-winning Memorial Park Master Plan and Aquatic Center. She also co-leads the firm’s equity, diversity and inclusion committee and focuses on sustainable, low-carbon design.
Liberty Ortiz (Graphic Communication ’20) Jess Husband (Psychology ’20)
Liberty Ortiz and Jess Husband were married on October 10, 2025. Liberty worked at University Graphic Systems in the Graphic Communication department, where a coworker introduced her to her roommate, Jess, during their junior year. The two have been together ever since. Congratulations to the happy couple!
Greg Manifold (Journalism, ’99)
Greg Manifold recently concluded a 20-year career at The Washington Post, where he was head of visuals. He oversaw strategy and leadership for the newspaper’s video, audio, design, graphics, photo and visual storytelling teams. During his tenure, he helped shape how complex stories were presented across platforms, leaving a lasting impact on the paper’s multimedia journalism.