Pitzer Student Senate passed a resolution Nov. 1 endorsing a proposed opt-in pass/no credit grading policy for the fall 2020 semester, citing potential inequalities in students’ online learning environments.
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5C student government presidents call on admin to revise spring calendar
The 5C student body presidents have called on college administrators to revise the spring 2021 academic calendar, expressing concern that the semester could negatively affect student and faculty mental and physical health.
Getting to know this year’s 5C student government presidents
With classes online and campuses closed, 5C students aren’t getting to meet their student government presidents in person this semester. Despite the virtual setbacks, the leaders are still pressing on — all have goals they hope to accomplish this semester. Get to know the 5C student government presidents here.
With campuses gone virtual, student governments diverge on student body fees
With the virtual fall semester, student governments across the 7Cs have had to reevaluate student fees, as many clubs are forgoing purchases for in-person meetings, such as food for social events, art supplies, and other goods. Some colleges’ student governments reduced or waived fees altogether, and others charged them in full.
OPINION: Thinking about moving to Claremont? Here’s why you should think twice
As students make plans for the fall, Becca Zimmerman PZ ’21 explains why living with friends amid the coronavirus pandemic may be unwise.
Pitzer unearths $200,000: College discovers previously unaccounted-for funds
Pitzer College uncovered approximately $200,000 of previously unaccounted-for funds which had accumulated for over a decade.
Pitzer dorm signs contain non-raised braille
Pitzer College students have discovered that some dorm signage contains braille which isn’t raised, rendering them useless for students with visual impairments.
Pitzer Student Senate calls for McConnell to stop serving beef
Pitzer Senate passed a resolution 11-1 last month calling for McConnell to eliminate all beef offerings from the dining hall.
5Cs form ‘RegEn’ sustainability coalition
For the first time in history, the 5Cs have formed a unified sustainability coalition with representatives from all the Claremont Colleges called RegEn.
News Bites Week of Oct. 27
Pitzer College Student Senate decided not to move forward with their bill to purchase Naloxone and Pomona College hires a new vice president for advancement in this week’s tidbits of news.