In her column “Social media malignance,” Celeste Cariker PZ ’28 grapples with the negative social effects brought upon our generation after having grown up with internet platforms that unnaturally allow us to curate how we are perceived. “This outlet we’ve grown up with that allows us to present a “perfect” version of ourselves seems to have trained us to be profusely apologetic about the less-polished qualities that allow us to be known by others,” writes Cariker.
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Pitzer Connect debuts as Pitzer’s first ever tech club
This semester, Pitzer Connect made history by becoming Pitzer’s first technology club with the mission of bringing together everyone interested in tech, regardless of experience. At their first event on Nov. 7, the executive team explained the process behind majoring in data science and computer science at the other 5C campuses, since Pitzer does not offer those programs.
Spotlighting local artists’ voices at the Benton’s annual ‘Over Here Claremont Zine Fest’
The second edition of the annual “Over Here Zine Fest” took place on Nov. 1 in the Benton Museum of Art’s outdoor courtyard. The event was co-hosted by Curious Publishing, a 100 percent artist-owned nonprofit organization that aims to celebrate the rich diaspora of the Inland Empire, womxn, BIPOC and queer artists. Samuel Signer, one of over 40 independent exhibitors, described the event as an opportunity for local artists to express themselves freely amid shifting political climates.
SAS & PEC deliver a Halloween with renewed spirit
For the Claremont Colleges, Halloween is one of the most important nights of the year. Amidst midterms, it is a time for students to let loose and reward themselves after all-nighters and library lock-ins with a night out with friends. This year’s Halloween party was brought to us by Scripps Associated Students (SAS) and Pomona Events Committee (PEC). These students worked tirelessly to renew past traditions and rebuild trust with the student body through the promise of a perfect night.
‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ returns for a night of queer celebration
A stream of sequin-sparkling, fishnet-clad, costume-adorned students eagerly gathered outside of Pitzer’s Benson Theatre on Oct. 30, awaiting the first of two consecutive 5C productions of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show. The show not only fostered feelings of community amongst the audience, but also within the cast, who cited the foundation of community as one of their strongest reasons for joining the production.
Betty Who? “Collective Rage: A Play in 5 Betties” showcases the complexity of femininity and identity
From the night of Halloween, Oct. 31 to Nov. 2, “Collective Rage: A Play in 5 Betties” ran for a total of three shows at the Large Studio of Pomona College’s Seaver Theatre Complex. The production follows the titular Bettys — five different women who share the same name, but couldn’t be more different from each other — as they navigate the challenges of womanhood and figuring out who they are.
Scripps Advocates evolve amid renewed 5C collaboration
The Scripps Advocates are expanding their reach this semester, strengthening their internal structure while joining a renewed 5C effort to better connect survivor support across campuses.
Haunted Tiny Patio Concert: The Hive’s celebration of student creativity
The Haunted Tiny Patio Concert transformed the Hive into a Halloween haven last Friday, Oct. 24 — the second Hive fall concert this semester. A large Scream-themed Haunted Tiny Patio poster hung on the wall, framed by bat and pumpkin garlands, while an elaborate spread of Halloween-themed food and drinks greeted attendees. The concert invited student musicians to share their work in a warm, welcoming space — cheered on by friends and familiar faces. Reese Roseback PO ’25 and Salina Munoz CM ’23 run the series as part of their Experience Designer roles at the Hive.
Neurodiverse Pitzer alum Joshua Corwin flips the script on the adversity he’s faced
On Wednesday, Oct. 22, the Pitzer College Career Services and the Chronically Ill and Disabled Student Alliance (CIDSA) hosted one of their alumni, Joshua Corwin PZ ’19, for a talk about his experiences of being neurodiverse in the workplace. Corwin shared his story about the challenges he faced navigating through life with autism. However, his spirits remained high as he shared how, despite the setbacks he faced as a result of his disability, he felt that they were ultimately beneficial to him in the long run.
A talk with Marley Duncan on the Hays Code: Censorship and queer-coding
What do The Cowardly Lion from “The Wizard of Oz,” Ruby Rhod from “The Fifth Element” and Ursula from “The Little Mermaid” have in common? For many, these characters are prime examples of “queer-coding.”On Oct. 25, Marley Duncan, a Claremont Graduate University alumnus, led a discussion on the origins of queer-coding at the Claremont Colleges’ Queer Resource Center (QRC). This concept was largely made popular through the Hays Code, a set of voluntary regulations imposed on Hollywood in the 1930s. While queer-coding existed so that people could find representation where they weren’t supposed to, or directors could make subtle references, it means something different for students now, to still rely on these tropes as a means of representation.