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While you were at Pomona, is there someone or something you fell in love with? Amy Thompson Standridge ’92 says, "I'm pr...
02/20/2025

While you were at Pomona, is there someone or something you fell in love with? Amy Thompson Standridge ’92 says, "I'm pretty sure I fell in love with Coop shakes in the early 1990s." 😍 Post your story & tag us or send us a message, and we might feature your Pomona ! You can also fill out the form here: https://bit.ly/4hzmS4z 💙

Tag someone who’s part of your Pomona love story in the comments below!

Pictured: A coop shake from the Coop Fountain! 🤤

Today’s alumni spotlight: Chinasa T. Okolo ‘18! 🌟 Okolo is recognized as one of the world’s most influential people in A...
02/19/2025

Today’s alumni spotlight: Chinasa T. Okolo ‘18! 🌟 Okolo is recognized as one of the world’s most influential people in AI, first by TIME Magazine and now recently featured in the inaugural Forbes 30 Under 30 AI list as the first Black woman in this category! Her research centers on AI and data governance in Africa and examines global equity in AI for Majority World countries.

Read more about how Okolo is breaking barriers and changing the game: https://bit.ly/4aRaCKJ

Last month more than 350 alumni, students and families attended 10 winter break parties across the globe. Big thanks to ...
02/18/2025

Last month more than 350 alumni, students and families attended 10 winter break parties across the globe. Big thanks to the Office of Alumni and Family Engagement, our alumni hosts and all the amazing regional alumni chapter volunteers for making these events possible! 💙 View our photo album for some of our favorite moments. https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBZVAs
Want to be part of our next event? Join your regional alumni chapter or help start one! https://www.pomona.edu/alumni/community-building/regional-alumni-chapters

This Friday, February 21, the Claremont Colleges Library will host guest speaker Anthony H. Chambers '65, a distinguishe...
02/18/2025

This Friday, February 21, the Claremont Colleges Library will host guest speaker Anthony H. Chambers '65, a distinguished alumnus known for translating numerous Japanese authors and authoring several works. This talk, focused on Professor Ch’en Shou-yi — a leading 20th-century Chinese scholar who shaped the lives and careers of countless Pomona College students — is free and open to the public.

To watch online via Zoom, register at: 7clib.cc/ChambersZoom

Pomona College alumna Jessica Stern '12 "returned to the coop" this past fall as an assistant professor of psychological...
02/17/2025

Pomona College alumna Jessica Stern '12 "returned to the coop" this past fall as an assistant professor of psychological science. 🧠 Last month, her research paper on empathy was published in 'Child Development' and selected by UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center as one of 2024's most provocative findings on the science of a meaningful life! 🤩

Click here to read more about how Pomona set her on her career path:
https://bit.ly/4hD6Wio

It's Valentine's Day, and love is in the air! 💓 We are continuing our series, and we want to hear your stories! While ...
02/14/2025

It's Valentine's Day, and love is in the air! 💓 We are continuing our series, and we want to hear your stories! While at Pomona, did you fall in love with a person, place or program? 😍 Share your Sagehen love story with us here: https://pomona.formstack.com/forms/lovechirps_2025 💙

Pictured: Uriel Guadarrama '15 and Katie Valentine '15 met each other the first week on campus as they tossed a mutual friend into a fountain. Their second year, they wound up in the same sociology class. During spring of their fourth year, Uriel finally got the hint and asked Katie out. She said yes in 2015 and said yes again in 2021!

Attention, all Sagehen Alumni! 🚨 Alumni Weekend registration is now OPEN! Come back home to Pomona and reconnect with fe...
02/13/2025

Attention, all Sagehen Alumni! 🚨 Alumni Weekend registration is now OPEN! Come back home to Pomona and reconnect with fellow classmates, faculty and our beautiful campus. 🧡💙

For early-bird pricing, register here: https://bit.ly/4hoSl9W

Mark your calendars! 🌟 Sagehen Athletics is on Thursday, March 6. Don't miss your chance to make an impact on the Pomo...
02/11/2025

Mark your calendars! 🌟 Sagehen Athletics is on Thursday, March 6. Don't miss your chance to make an impact on the Pomona-Pitzer athletics community. 💙🧡 Make an early gift here: https://bit.ly/4hSbJfy

The documentary "Journeys of Black Mathematicians" explores the history and narratives of Black American mathematicians,...
02/11/2025

The documentary "Journeys of Black Mathematicians" explores the history and narratives of Black American mathematicians, including Professor Edray Goins.

At Pomona, Goins runs the summer program PRiME (Pomona Research in Mathematics Experience) to diversify the field of Algebraic Geometry. He also teaches the Critical Inquiry seminar, Mathematicians of the African Diaspora, where students read biographies of Black mathematicians to grasp their influence on the field.

“Journeys of Black Mathematicians” brings those biographies to life. Read more about this story here: https://bit.ly/4hxIsXO

Winston M.C. Dickson made history as the first Black American to graduate from Pomona College in 1904. In this group pho...
02/07/2025

Winston M.C. Dickson made history as the first Black American to graduate from Pomona College in 1904. In this group photo of the graduating class, he stands proudly at the center of the top row.

After studying law at Harvard Law School and Boston Law School, Dickson returned to his hometown of Houston, where he would practice law until his passing in 1959. This Black History Month, we celebrate his story and achievements that continue to inspire us all.

Check out the Pomona College timeline here: https://bit.ly/3Q5RbUK

There’s nothing more special than your Sagehen love stories. 🥰 This month, we are continuing our series and would love...
02/05/2025

There’s nothing more special than your Sagehen love stories. 🥰 This month, we are continuing our series and would love to share your special story with the Sagehen Alumni community 💙 For a chance to get featured, send us a message or fill out the form here: https://bit.ly/4hzmS4z 💌

In the comments below, tag someone who’s part of your Pomona love story!

Pictured: Who knew that being part of a sponsor group could end in a lifetime of love? Tyler Womack '15 and Vicente Robles '16 met when they became part of the same sponsor group . After Vincente gave Tyler the Taylor Swift tickets he won in a raffle, their friendship was off to a great start! As they built many fantastic memories at Pomona (from playing humans vs. zombies to ski beach day), their friendship turned into love. After 10 years together, they recently got married at Pomona College — where it all began.

Curious about the fascinating song genre called “sea shanties”? Join Professor Gibb Schreffler on Thursday, Feb. 13 at 1...
02/04/2025

Curious about the fascinating song genre called “sea shanties”? Join Professor Gibb Schreffler on Thursday, Feb. 13 at 12:15pm PST as he unpacks this conundrum and explores ways to recognize this historical musical tradition.

Register for the livestream here: https://bit.ly/4hfWEo0

Hello from Antarctica! 🐧❄️ Earlier this month, Sagehen alumni and families accompanied Professor Karnovsky on an unforge...
02/01/2025

Hello from Antarctica! 🐧❄️ Earlier this month, Sagehen alumni and families accompanied Professor Karnovsky on an unforgettable expedition to explore Antarctica aboard the National Geographic Explorer! They might just be the "coolest" Sagehens on the planet — literally!😆 Learn more about the Sagehen Travel Program here: https://bit.ly/4g0io6c

Curious about careers in the entertainment industry? 🎬 On Thursday, February 6 at 4:30 p.m. via Zoom, the Humanities Stu...
01/30/2025

Curious about careers in the entertainment industry? 🎬 On Thursday, February 6 at 4:30 p.m. via Zoom, the Humanities Studio invites you to “Humanities Futures: Hollywood Edition!” This exciting panel features four accomplished Pomona alums (Nelson Cole ’16, Nick Hurwitz ’12, Luca Rojas ’12, and Steph Saxton ’12) who have worked with Disney, HBO, ABC, Netflix, and more. Come with questions and get an insider’s look at the entertainment industry! ✨ Register for the webinar today! https://bit.ly/3CrO2eW

Who or what did you fall in love with Pomona College? Whether it was a person, a place on campus, or a passion you disco...
01/29/2025

Who or what did you fall in love with Pomona College? Whether it was a person, a place on campus, or a passion you discovered, we want to hear your stories! Post your story & tag or send us a DM, and we might feature your Pomona ! You can also fill out the link in bio.

Tag someone who’s part of your Pomona love story!

Pictured: Naomi Wagner ‘13 and James Muller ‘13 fell for each other after meeting their freshman year at Pomona. Both joined the cross-country team but started their seasons injured. A quick “hi” while waiting for their ride to the local sports medicine clinic led to something much more. In 2022, they returned to campus to say “I do,” with fellow Sagehens in attendance and a Scripps alum officiating the ceremony!

Char Miller, professor of environmental history and the author of "Burn Scars", is not just shaping minds but shaping en...
01/28/2025

Char Miller, professor of environmental history and the author of "Burn Scars", is not just shaping minds but shaping environmental conversations across the country. Catch his insights on California's recent historic wildfires featured in major publications like The New York Times, The Atlantic and Washington Post.

Explore the stories he’s contributed to through the link in bio.

In case you missed it, the Draper Center for Community Partnerships at Pomona College has been supporting learning throu...
01/28/2025

In case you missed it, the Draper Center for Community Partnerships at Pomona College has been supporting learning through service, collaboration, and change-making in our local communities—for 15 years! Check out this article highlighting its transformative impact, inside and outside of the Gates: https://bit.ly/4gVUeKT

Join us on Wednesday, 1/29 at 4 p.m. PST for the first Alumni Paths livestream of the semester. 🎉 Hear from our panel of...
01/24/2025

Join us on Wednesday, 1/29 at 4 p.m. PST for the first Alumni Paths livestream of the semester. 🎉 Hear from our panel of alumni, moderated by Julie Siebel '84, as they share their journey in the nonprofit sector.

Secure your spot now: https://bit.ly/42qedNu

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Anne Dwyer, associate professor of German and Russian, shares why she loves teaching at Pomona, the importance of language learning and the impact our community's philanthropy has on campus. Read the full Q&A here: https://bit.ly/4gKaNtf ✨🏫 Are there any other Oldenborg lovers out there? 🌎

From politics to biology, these students proudly showcase their summer projects conducted with Pomona professors during the annual Intensive Summer Experience (ISE) Symposium! Thanks to generous college funding, their hard work and dedication shine as they present their impressive research. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3C8YPdk

Meet Professor Lozano, whose passion for economics goes beyond the classroom! 🌟With over 20 years at Pomona, he's seen firsthand the impact of philanthropy on campus. Now, he shares his thoughts on what's next as the College continues to evolve. 📚 Check out the video and read more here:

Get to know some of our newest faculty members as they share what excites them most about teaching at Pomona College! From engaging with curious students to fostering meaningful discussions, their passion shines through. 💙🌟

A new era for Sagehen Athletics! We offer a heartfelt shout-out to our Champions of Athletics, alumni, families and friends. ❤️ “Our athletes come to Pomona and Pitzer for excellence,” said Pomona-Pitzer Head Football Coach John Walsh. "Now, we get to match our student-athletes’ excellence with world-class athletic facilities.” Learn more and show your support for the Merritt Field Turf Transformation here: https://bit.ly/4edkxec

Part 3 of Senior Year at Pomona
Part 3 of Senior Year at Pomona

Part 3 of "Senior Year at Pomona College" is out! Join seniors Timi Adelakun, Phillip Kong, Alexandra Turvey and María Durán González as they navigate their academic journeys and look ahead to Commencement. Watch the full YouTube video here: https://bit.ly/3UJuoS1

As 4/7 Day approaches, we’d like to highlight Char Miller, W.M. Keck Professor of Environmental Analysis and History, who has been deeply involved in sustainability efforts on campus since 2007. From research to student collaboration, Prof Miller shares how small efforts are crucial to make a big impact on the environment. Watch our video with him below and visit our Sagehen Impact page to support sustainability at Pomona: pomona.edu/47-sagehen-impact 🌞 ☁️

In part two of "Senior Year at Pomona College," Timi, María, Phillip and Alexandra share how they discovered supportive and enriching communities at Pomona, despite an unconventional college experience. Watch as they share about the uncertainty they faced as they began college virtually at the start of the pandemic and their on-campus highlights. Watch the full video on YouTube here! https://bit.ly/43ITqU2

Week 3 Challenge Video
Week 3 Challenge Video

This week’s 4/7 Day Challenge is Refuel Without Fuel! 🌍 Join the EcoReps as they incorporate sustainable practices into their daily routines. Let’s work together towards a greener future 💚 Learn more about how to get involved here: pomona.edu/47-sagehen-impact

Join us as we spotlight community members making sustainable strides in their careers, as we get ready for our EcoRep's latest initiative leading up to 4/7 Day! Today we're highlighting Pomona College's Director of Sustainability, Alexis Reyes. Watch her interview to learn more about composting on-campus and beyond! Learn more about how you can support our EcoReps, participate in our 4/7 Day of Service events, and get sustainably sourced 4/7 swag here: pomona.edu/47-sagehen-impact

Senior Year at Pomona College, Part 1
Senior Year at Pomona College, Part 1

Follow along with four incredible Pomona seniors as they navigate their final year at Pomona College through "Senior Year at Pomona College," an immersive docuseries. From Timi’s exploration of filmmaking to Phillip’s pursuit of MD PhD programs, Alexandra’s life as a top student-athlete and Maria’s dedication to storytelling and environmental activism, witness the diverse experiences that shape the Pomona community. Watch part one here and be on the lookout for part two, out soon! https://bit.ly/4axoQPh

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