Sadasivanathaswami hosted a group of botany professors and students from the California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly for short) a few days ago, as he does almost every year. They visit to learn about what kind of plants the monks are growing nowadays. There was lots of talk about plant and animal mitochondria. On their walkabout the students were stunned to see some of the wild, big-leafed creatures that live in Siva’s sacred garden. They also shared lots of knowledge, visited Iraivan and got wet. Yes, it rained throughout their trek, but no one seemed to notice much. This photo was taken by Paramacharya and Matt Ritter, the leader. Swami started the pano and then Matt Ritter finished it as Swami took his place on the far right.
The university is organized into six colleges offering 64 bachelor’s and 32 master’s degrees. Cal Poly is known for it’s “learn by doing” philosophy that encourages students to combine research theory with experiential practice to solve real-world problems. This practical philosophy, as well as a technical scientific education, enables Cal Poly to rank in the nation’s top colleges for student’s return on investment.

One Response to “Professors & Students Visit the Garden”

1. Rajendra Giri says:
   December 22nd, 2017 at 9:14 am

   Thanks,
   Aum Namah Shivay!

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