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Student Experience

Find your People. Grow your future. 

Your Wine and Viticulture experience extends beyond the classroom. From academic advising and student ambassadors to clubs and shared experiences, you'll find the guidance, friendships and industry connections to make the most of your Cal Poly education and prepare for what comes next.

Academic Advising

Navigate your Wine and Viticulture education with guidance tailored to your interests and goals. Whether you're planning courses, exploring concentrations or preparing for graduation, academic advisors can help you make informed decisions and stay on track.

Support is Here

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Ambassadors

Connect with student leaders who share their passion for Wine and Viticulture while representing the department at events and engaging with prospective students, alumni and industry professionals. Build friendships, develop leadership skills and become part of a community that celebrates the wine industry.

Get Involved 

Vines to Wine Club

Find your community among students who share your interest in grape growing, winemaking and wine business. Through club activities, industry events and shared experiences, you'll build friendships, explore the wine industry and connect with professionals who share your passion.

For more information contact cpvinestowines@gmail.com

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Sensory Evaluation Learning

California's “Sip and Spit” law allows qualified Wine and Viticulture students ages 18–20 to participate in supervised wine sensory evaluation courses. Learn how this legislation creates opportunities to develop wine analysis skills through tasting without consumption.

Learn More About the Legislation

Student Life Outside the Classroom

There is a lot more to life as a Mustang.

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