Actor and environmental advocate Robert Redford died on Sept. 16; his legacy at Pitzer College lives on through the sustainability conservancy established in his name.
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Pitzer community mourns recent student death
On Oct. 29 and Nov. 1, the Pitzer community honored Jesse Lopez PZ ’24, who passed away the previous Friday.
In memoriam: Philanthropist and business leader Robert Addison Day
Longtime Claremont McKenna College (CMC) trustee, philanthropist and champion of 5C finance students Robert Addison Day CM ’65 died at the age of 79 on Sept. 14. His passing was announced in an email sent to CMC’s student body on Sept. 18. Day was born in 1943 in Los Angeles
Former Scripps professor, ‘the Godmother of African American Art,’ passes away at 99
Samella Lewis, a legendary figure in the movement to elevate and celebrate Black art, as well as a former Scripps professor, passed away at 99 in May.
In memoriam: Dixie Lewis PO ’24
Dixie Lewis PO ’24 died in a car accident on May 25. Friends and family described her as dedicated, considerate, fierce and authentic.
In Memoriam: Tongva elder Julia Bogany
Tongva elder Julia Bogany died March 28. She had been affiliated with the Claremont Consortium for over a dozen years.
In Memoriam: Pomona College staff member Irineo De Leon
Remembering Irineo de Leon, Sumner Hall’s ghost-whisperer and beloved Pomona staff member.
In memoriam: Robert Keller, Harvey Mudd Computer Science Professor
Robert “Bob” Keller, a professor of computer science and music at Harvey Mudd College, died Sept. 13 surrounded by his family.
In memoriam: R. Michael Shanahan, Harvey Mudd board chair and benefactor
R. Michael Shanahan, a former Harvey Mudd board chair and significant donor, died July 29. Colleagues and family remembered his hardworking spirit and commitment to the college’s success.
In memoriam: Pomona biology professor Jonathan Wright
Pomona College biology professor Jonathan Wright died suddenly Monday night, Dean of the College Robert Gaines announced.