Mission, Vision, & Learning Outcomes

Mission

As a division of Engineering Student Services, the Multicultural Engineering Program (MEP) is an academic support program designed to retain and graduate students who have been historically underserved in engineering. MEP leverages a strong support network to build a community and provide the necessary bridges for students academic, personal, and professional success.

Vision

In efforts to create an equitable society and enhance diversity in education and engineering, MEP partners with campus and industry to encourage the development of students who:

• Feel a sense of belonging within their undergraduate education, at Cal Poly, and in the workforce.
• Perform as high caliber engineering students and professionals.
• Lead within Cal Poly and the workforce.
• Create positive change.
• Exemplify confidence through self-advocacy and consistent personal growth. 
• Value collaboration and diversity in teams. 
• Are socially responsible and global citizens.

Learning Outcomes

Services and support provided by the Multicultural Engineering Program result in… 

• A sense of belonging and community for underrepresented students in the College of Engineering 
• Enhancement to students’ academic progress 
• Fostering students’ professional and leadership development

Who We Serve

The main population of students served within MEP include but are not limited to the following: 

• First generation students
• Low income students
• Cal Poly Scholars
• EOP students
• Groups that are historically underrepresented in engineering 
• Transfer students 

MEP provides services such as academic advising, mentoring, and events designed to create community and connect students to industry. MEP also advises the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) and the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). 

Interested in learning more about MEP? Explore our services & programs page and join the MEP mailing list.