Harvard & Yale brings the ‘retail coffee experience’ to Claremont

Harvard & Yale, which opened its pop-up location on February 16th in the Claremont Village, has grand aspirations for the future. The newest addition to the Village combines the retail and coffee shop experiences.

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OPINION: The bitter truth to the bitter brew

Have you found yourself in the cold brew line at Malott? Probably. But have you ever thought about why you’re doing it? Most likely not. Are you a thinking, acting individual or just a cog of the mechanization that is Big Cold Brew? Daniel Choi PO ’28 argues that the next time you take a sip, you should consider whether you love cold brew or just the idea of cold brew.

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Philz Coffee opens location in Claremont Village

On Nov. 13, Philz Coffee officially opened in Claremont Village on West Bonita Avenue, following a Soft Launch Community Opening the day before. Known for specialty drinks like Mint Mojito and seasonal offerings, the café features vibrant murals, cozy seating, and a coffee bar.

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THREAD5 bazaar showcases sustainable fashion

On a typical day at the 5Cs one is almost always bound to run into a student wearing an eye-catching outfit. From oversized retro t-shirts to vintage camis or mini dresses, many students have something in common when it comes to their fashion: a commitment to shopping sustainably and reusing second-hand clothing. This past Sunday, the 5C fashion club THREAD5 partnered with Pitzer Campus Life to host the Mounds Bazaar, a cross-campus-wide sale on the Pitzer College Mounds.

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Coffee and Community: three of the workers behind the Pit-Stop

For many Pitzer students, a trip to the Pit-Stop signifies the start of a new day. While there are many cafes across the 5Cs, the Pit-Stop has become an essential space not just for Pitzer students but for all 5C students. This is in large part because of the environment the Pit-Stop workers create which makes the Pit-Stop a key space for the creation of student/worker friendships.

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