As violent clashes between police and protesters in Hong Kong shifted to college campuses, most 5C students studying there were evacuated.
Author: Julia Frankel
Students to protest, demand Scripps sign climate commitment
A student demonstration calling for Scripps College to sign onto a national “carbon commitment” — a climate pledge signed by the other four Claremont Colleges and 329 other colleges and universities nationwide — will take place on Friday.
Presidential candidate, former Pomona student Marianne Williamson draws crowd in Claremont visit
Presidential candidate and former Pomona College student Marianne Williamson wants 5C students to know she’s not a “wacko crystal lady,” as some have characterized her.
New York Times podcast host Michael Barbaro addresses packed house at Scripps event
The New York Times’ Michael Barbaro, host of “The Daily” podcast, discussed audio journalism at a Scripps Presents event.
Deans in the dark: Student Health Services makes unilateral decision to suspend appointments
When Student Health Services decided to suspend routine medical appointments Sept. 24, student deans across the 5Cs found themselves in the same boat as students: completely unaware.
Or at least, that’s what the consortium says now. Last week, The Claremont Colleges Services said deans were involved in “all the changes to the services being provided at SHS.”
Either way, students remained without formal notice from their respective colleges for at least a week.
Doctor Who? SHS suspends appointment scheduling due to ‘critical’ staff shortage
Student Health Services is currently not scheduling non-urgent appointments due to “critical” staff shortage.
Claremont Graduate University withdraws from International Place
Claremont Graduate University withdrew from the International Place of the Claremont Colleges over the summer, officials said.
Trouble on the turf: Long lines at annual dinner frustrate students
Scripps College hosted the Claremont Colleges’ annual “Turf Dinner” club fair Tuesday. Students were frustrated by the long line generated by a new layout for the event.
Eight high-level admins leave Pomona under Starr
Eight high-level administrators have left Pomona since President Starr took office, propmpting questions about transparency and continuity.
Close Obama adviser Ben Rhodes visits Pomona, talks 2020 and future of American leadership
Senior Obama advisor Ben Rhodes visited Pomona and discussed his book, the Trump presidency, and Pitzer’s Haifa study abroad program with TSL.