The Student Life

‘Shut the hell up’: CMC professor Evrigenis on ‘Should Colleges Issue Political Statements?’

December 1, 2023 3:52 pm Ambika Gupta 0

On Nov. 17, Claremont McKenna College’s Salvatori Center for the Study of Individual Freedom in the Modern World hosted a lecture by new CMC government professor Ioannis Evrigenis titled “Should Colleges Issue Political Statements?” The discussion was centered around recent statements by 7C faculty and student governments regarding Israel and

‘Laboratory for policing’: IDAAS talk discusses racialized surveillance

November 30, 2023 10:56 pm Nitya Gupta 0

On Wednesday, Nov. 15, the Claremont Colleges Intercollegiate Department of Asian American Studies (IDAAS) held a teach-in hosted by the Stop LAPD Spying Coalition. The event, titled “From Los Angeles to Gaza: Charting the Global Struggle Against Racialized Surveillance,” featured guest speakers Matyos Kidane, Shakeer Rahman and Hamid Khan. It

Tattoos, tooth gems and tarot readings: ASPC hosts first Market Friday

November 30, 2023 8:51 pm Fiona Herbold 0

On Friday, Nov. 17, ASPC packed Pomona College’s Stover Walk with vendors, ranging from DJs to food trucks to a pop-up tattoo shop. The event, dubbed Market Friday, was the first of its kind hosted by ASPC. ASPC Commissioner of Campus Events Amarachi Aguwa PO ’24 and Vice President of

7C community members continue to organize, release statements regarding violence in Gaza

November 17, 2023 12:22 am Annabelle Ink 0

As tensions surrounding violence in Gaza continue to rise across the nation, community members at the Claremont Colleges speak out.

APIDA brings Night Market to the Claremont Community

November 30, 2023 11:51 pm Becca Choe 0

At the 5C Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Night Market on Nov. 19, crowds of students gathered to enjoy foods made by APIDA affinity groups and organizations across the 5Cs.

Horror Hour: The plague of marketability in holiday horror

November 30, 2023 11:51 pm Anna Peterson 0

Have you ever heard of “Krampus” (2015)? How about the new Eli Roth movie “Thanksgiving,” starring Addison Rae? Horror columnist Anna Peterson SC ‘25 dives into holiday horror, how the neo-capital subgenre succeeds and where it fails.

Algorithms and organisms: Ken Rinaldo’s artistic exploration of technology and living systems

November 30, 2023 11:46 pm Ananya Vinay 0

Ken Rinaldo, a celebrated artist, spoke at the Benton Museum of Art on Nov. 17 about his bio-art works, which meld technological and natural realms to analyze and amplify living systems. His work included robotic art installations and sound sculptures. His work addresses biological concerns and envisions interspecies and trans-species communication. The talk concluded with a workshop where participants created microbial self-portraits.

Rom-Com in Review: ‘Palm Springs’ and cosmic emptiness

November 30, 2023 11:43 pm Nadia Hsu 0

“Palm Springs” (2020) takes the time-loop setup of “Groundhog Day” and dresses it up with apocalyptic nihilism and wedding-guest angst. Through the heaviness, the film remains charming and laugh-out-loud funny, writes rom-com columnist Nadia Hsu PO ’27.

OPINION: Mewing, mogging and male models — is Looksmaxxing the key to acceptance?

November 30, 2023 11:42 pm Anjali Suva 0

Anjali Suva PO ’27 believes that Looksmaxxing — an online trend popular among young men that promotes maximizing physical attractiveness through dubious regimens — should be reevaluated.

OPINION: Beyond Taylor’s jets: How Claremont students can pave the way for climate justice

November 30, 2023 10:05 pm David De Souza 0

David De Souza PO ’24 believes that Claremont students have a unique responsibility in the fight for climate justice.

OPINION: The 5Cs need to fix their professor review system

November 30, 2023 8:39 pm Rowan Gray 0

The 5Cs are in dire need of a new professor review system, writes Rowan Gray CM ’26.

OPINION: I didn’t moralize food — and event organizers should cut back on it

November 14, 2023 8:37 pm Rowan Gray 0

Rowan Gray CM ’26 responds to a response article defending himself on his anti-sugar piece.

CMS Athenas volleyball reaches NCAA final four, loses at home to Hope College

December 1, 2023 1:26 am Adam Akins 0

CMS served up a smashing tournament as hosts, but alas, even goddesses face tough opponents. After their impressive upset on Nov. 29, where they defeated the no.1 seed University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Titans, the Athenas fell to the Hope College Flying Dutchmen in a dramatic 5 set showdown.

How to talk to people who care way too much about sports

November 30, 2023 11:09 pm Mac Kelley 0

We’ve all been there. It’s Thanksgiving day, the turkey is cooking, the drinks are flowing, and suddenly boos erupt from the other room. The Lions just lost, again. A Thanksgiving tradition. And if you’re asking yourself “who are the Lions? Why do they play on Thanksgiving? Why are they so bad?” you’re not alone. You may not have been born wearing your team’s jersey, but if you’re looking to dip your toes into the sports, then this comprehensive guide is for you.
Take your first steps into the world of sports fandom with Mac and leave fully prepared for your Super Bowl party in February. Casual sports fans, this one’s for you.

Sagehens swim into 2024 with “big deck energy”

November 30, 2023 9:24 pm Mac Kelley 0

With goggles on and feathers in a row, the Sagehen men’s swim and dive team is fin-ally gearing up for a poolside showdown. Ready to dive into victory, they’re set to make waves this winter. Eyeing the SCIAC championship coveted by the no. 1 ranked Stags for the past three seasons, they’re determined to seize the title and prove it’s their turn to reign supreme in the pool.

CMS women’s basketball seeks to overcome early season losses

November 30, 2023 9:16 pm Ameya Teli 0

Despite early bumps in the road, Claremont-Mudd-Scripps (CMS) women’s basketball still have championship aspirations. With a young core that’s eager to prove themselves, the Athenas are looking to do some damage in the SCIAC this season.