# 118 - MARCH MADNESS with Dr. Jay Singh from Cal Poly SLO Packaging Program

- Show: [People of Packaging](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging)
- Published: 2022-03-25
- Length: 37m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-03-25-118-march-madness-with-dr-jay-singh-from-cal-poly-slo-packaging-program
- Listen: https://encase.substack.com/p/118-march-madness-with-dr-jay-singh-749

## Summary

Dr. Jay Singh, the packaging program director at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, discusses the unique structure of the university's industrial technology and packaging degrees, which blend business, supply chain, and technical skills. He highlights the program's growth from a minor to offering specialized concentrations and a 100% online Master of Science in Packaging Value Chain, supported by a robust advisory board including partners like Spec Wright and Sonos. Singh also shares insights into the program's international faculty, student success stories, and the vibrant campus culture in San Luis Obispo.

## Chapters

- [0:12](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-03-25-118-march-madness-with-dr-jay-singh-from-cal-poly-slo-packaging-program#t=12) Introduction: Adam Peak and Dr. Jay Singh at Cal Poly SLO
- [2:08](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-03-25-118-march-madness-with-dr-jay-singh-from-cal-poly-slo-packaging-program#t=128) Cal Poly Structure and the Meaning of Polytechnic Education
- [4:18](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-03-25-118-march-madness-with-dr-jay-singh-from-cal-poly-slo-packaging-program#t=258) Dr. Singh's Journey from India to Cal Poly and Career Origins
- [9:16](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-03-25-118-march-madness-with-dr-jay-singh-from-cal-poly-slo-packaging-program#t=556) The Advisory Board and Industry Partnerships
- [14:03](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-03-25-118-march-madness-with-dr-jay-singh-from-cal-poly-slo-packaging-program#t=843) Cultural Discussion: Indian Food, Diversity, and Regional Differences
- [20:43](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-03-25-118-march-madness-with-dr-jay-singh-from-cal-poly-slo-packaging-program#t=1243) Life in San Luis Obispo: Campus Culture and Microclimate
- [24:13](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-03-25-118-march-madness-with-dr-jay-singh-from-cal-poly-slo-packaging-program#t=1453) Cal Poly Packaging Program: Business vs. Technology Concentrations
- [28:14](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-03-25-118-march-madness-with-dr-jay-singh-from-cal-poly-slo-packaging-program#t=1694) Online MS in Packaging Value Chain and Professional Certificates
- [30:14](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-03-25-118-march-madness-with-dr-jay-singh-from-cal-poly-slo-packaging-program#t=1814) Program Information, Contact, and Student Athletics

## Topics

- [Careers & education](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/engineering-careers-and-education)
- [Manufacturing partners & offshoring](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/manufacturing-partners)
- [Sustainability & circular products](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/sustainability-and-circularity)

## Most relevant to

established companies

## Mentioned

- Sonos (company)
- Michigan State (other)
- UW Stout (other)
- RIT (other)
- Clemson (other)

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