Wanda Sykes, an American comedian most famous for her role in the HBO hit Curb Your Enthusiasm, performed Feb. 1 at Pomona College’s Bridges Auditorium in front of an audience of Claremont Colleges students and Claremont community members. Keith Robinson opened for Sykes, warning the crowd not to be “too damn
Author: Kara Freedman
5C Students Revive Claremont Colleges Television Station
Over the past semester, 5C students have revived the Claremont Colleges Television (CCTV) station, producing short videos on events such as the 5C Hackathon as well as features on clubs and individual students. CCTV provides students with an opportunity to produce original videos that stream online for the 5C community.
ASPC Senators Vote to Receive Stipends
The Associated Students of Pomona College (ASPC) approved a measure April 12 that provides each senator an $800 stipend beginning in the 2013-2014 year. Some of the senators argued that the stipends would increase the accountability of student representatives since the money comes from student fees, while others thought the
WFJ Files for Union Vote
In what constituted a major change in the movement’s demands for a process of unionization, Workers For Justice filed with the National Labor Relations Board on Tuesday to hold elections for a union before the semester ends, deciding to move forward even if the administration does not agree to full
SCC Prepares for Reshuffle of Spaces
Among the various conversations happening on campus about the long term future of Pomona College, including its perception outside of Claremont and the Master Plan, changes in the Smith Campus Center (SCC) will move some of its most prominent offices to more remote locations and replace them with more academic
Trustees Meet with Students to Discuss Divestment
Vice President and Treasurer of Pomona College Karen Sisson convened a meeting with a members of the Board of Trustees, faculty, staff and students yesterday morning to hear a presentation from the 5C Divestment Campaign and a presentation from the Treasurer’s office, giving attendees an opportunity to hear all sides
Scripps Seniors Object to Move-Out Deadline Change
Scripps College drew objections from some of its seniors when it changed the campus move-out deadline from Monday, May 14 to Sunday, May 13. The administration originally made the deadline 12 p.m. May 13 after moving the Commencement ceremony to 5 p.m. May 12. After receiving complaints from students, the
Immigration Reform Advocates Discuss Political Climate in Panel
Around 50 students, professors and staff members attended the panel “Immigration Reform: Past, Present and Future” Thursday afternoon, the second of a series of three immigration-themed events organized by the Faculty Executive Committee, following a film screening Wednesday night and preceding an informal dinner and discussion. The panel consisted of
Pitzer Debates Use of Plagiarism Checking Tool
Pitzer College students and faculty were given access last fall to Turnitin.com, a website that runs papers through its database to check for plagiarism, inciting a debate on campus about the use of the service. Immediately following the announcement on the campus-wide e-mail listserv of Turnitin’s availability, some students and
Career Peers Give Job Search Advice at Pomona
Pomona College’s Career Development Office announced last week the start of a new program called Career Peers, which pairs trained seniors with other students seeking advice on resumes, cover letters and interviews. The seniors were chosen based on recent, successful job search experience. “Students who may hesitate coming in to