SAN LUIS OBISPO – Cal Poly’s Graphic Communication Department will host the International Graphic Arts Education Association 81st Annual Conference on campus, Sunday, July 30 to Thursday, August 3. This year’s conference theme, Surfing the Digital Wave, emphasizes the influence of digitization in the rapidly changing world of graphic communication. Organizers expect more than 100 educators from across the United States to attend. Presenting companies include Yahoo, Adobe, Quark, Cox Cable, and more. The conference offers attendees networking opportunities and updates on the latest technology and trends in graphic communications from leading industry experts. Conference and housing registration is open until July 10. For more conference and registration information, visit www.grc.calpoly.edu:1680/igaea.