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.
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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.
In Memoriam: Former Pitzer President Frank Ellsworth
Frank L. Ellsworth, president of Pitzer College from 1979 to 1991, died at his home Oct. 20. He was 76.
In Memoriam: Former Pitzer, CMC vice president James B. Jamieson
Former Pitzer College and Claremont McKenna College vice president James B. Jamieson died in his home in San Luis Obispo on Sept. 18. He was 88.
In Memoriam: CMC trustee Thomas B. Neff CM ’76
Thomas B. Neff CM ’76, a member of the Claremont McKenna College board of trustees, died unexpectedly in his home Aug. 25.