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February 27, 2026 1:51 am

Notes from Abroad: The Architecture of Reinvention

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Ananya PO’27 discusses the balance between fitting in and being herself in this article. Through a series of metaphors about travelling abroad and architecture, Ananya details her ongoing journey to strike this balance.

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The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) is in the midst of a negotiation for a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) that may define women’s sports and labor. With rising superstars and growing popularity, Talbott Chesley PO ’28 writes that although a CBA on the table is encouraging, its revenue-sharing details must put WNBA athletes first.

“Thus, urging players to accept a CBA that simply increases salaries alone is not enough,” Chesley writes. “If the league keeps growing, those salaries will just fall behind again without greater revenue sharing — something that all the women who came before them fought.”

Words by Talbott Chesley | Graphic by PJ James
Read the full story at the link in our bio.

The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) is in the midst of a negotiation for a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) that may define women’s sports and labor. With rising superstars and growing popularity, Talbott Chesley PO ’28 writes that although a CBA on the table is encouraging, its revenue-sharing details must put WNBA athletes first.

“Thus, urging players to accept a CBA that simply increases salaries alone is not enough,” Chesley writes. “If the league keeps growing, those salaries will just fall behind again without greater revenue sharing — something that all the women who came before them fought.”

Words by Talbott Chesley | Graphic by PJ James
Read the full story at the link in our bio.

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The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) is in the midst of a negotiation for a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) that may define women’s sports and labor. With rising superstars and growing popularity, Talbott Chesley PO ’28 writes that although a CBA on the table is encouraging, its revenue-sharing details must put WNBA athletes first. “Thus, urging players to accept a CBA that simply increases salaries alone is not enough,” Chesley writes. “If the league keeps growing, those salaries will just fall behind again without greater revenue sharing — something that all the women who came before them fought.” Words by Talbott Chesley | Graphic by PJ James Read the full story at the link in our bio.

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“Umamusume: Pretty Derby - Beginning of a New Era” follows one such girl named Jungle Pocket, whose goal to become one of the strongest racers becomes more difficult when a rival named Agnes Tachyon acts as her biggest hurdle. This rivalry then grows more uncomplicated when Tachyon chooses to retire only after a few races.

“[The movie] does many things right, and will leave a good impression on many viewers. However, the flat supporting cast prevents it from being a truly “umazing” film,” Kim writes.

Words by Joon Kim | Visual by Melinda Qerushi
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“Umamusume: Pretty Derby - Beginning of a New Era” follows one such girl named Jungle Pocket, whose goal to become one of the strongest racers becomes more difficult when a rival named Agnes Tachyon acts as her biggest hurdle. This rivalry then grows more uncomplicated when Tachyon chooses to retire only after a few races. “[The movie] does many things right, and will leave a good impression on many viewers. However, the flat supporting cast prevents it from being a truly “umazing” film,” Kim writes. Words by Joon Kim | Visual by Melinda Qerushi Read the full story at the link in our bio.

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Leslie Tong ‘29 discusses the japanese novel “Jigoku no Hana” and its exploration of concepts such as virginity and desire. She weaves a complex tapestry describing how societal constructs can restrict one’s sexual expression.

“She becomes a flower blossom in the hell of the human world, unswayed by all phenomena, emotions and desires,” Tong writes.

Words by Leslie Tong | Visual by Meiya Rollins
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Leslie Tong ‘29 discusses the japanese novel “Jigoku no Hana” and its exploration of concepts such as virginity and desire. She weaves a complex tapestry describing how societal constructs can restrict one’s sexual expression. “She becomes a flower blossom in the hell of the human world, unswayed by all phenomena, emotions and desires,” Tong writes. Words by Leslie Tong | Visual by Meiya Rollins Read the full story at the link in our bio.

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On Friday, March 6, 5C students gathered on Walker Beach for the Mutual Aid Bash, where vendors, student organizations and community members came together to raise funds and awareness for local mutual aid efforts. Co-hosted by several 5C groups, the event highlighted the power of collaboration in redirecting campus resources toward community-based organizations.

Students moved between tables offering food, art and resources, engaging with initiatives supporting deportees, legal aid and grassroots organizing across the Inland Empire.

“You think you are in a bubble, suburban fantasy, but in reality, there are ICE kidnappings everywhere,” event co-organizer Zeean Firmeza PO ’26 said. “As affinity groups, we get a lot of funding … How can we ensure students can access and donate money for aid?”

Words by Irikaa Mehrotra | Photo by Maggie Zhang
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On Friday, March 6, 5C students gathered on Walker Beach for the Mutual Aid Bash, where vendors, student organizations and community members came together to raise funds and awareness for local mutual aid efforts. Co-hosted by several 5C groups, the event highlighted the power of collaboration in redirecting campus resources toward community-based organizations. Students moved between tables offering food, art and resources, engaging with initiatives supporting deportees, legal aid and grassroots organizing across the Inland Empire. “You think you are in a bubble, suburban fantasy, but in reality, there are ICE kidnappings everywhere,” event co-organizer Zeean Firmeza PO ’26 said. “As affinity groups, we get a lot of funding … How can we ensure students can access and donate money for aid?” Words by Irikaa Mehrotra | Photo by Maggie Zhang Read the full story at the link in our bio.

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From March 5 to 8, the Pomona College Theatre Department brought “Yoga Play” to the Seaver Theatre Complex, where audiences gathered for a sharp, satirical take on wellness culture and corporate ambition. The production followed three executives at athleisure company Jojomon as they navigated a PR crisis while grappling with their own anxieties, identities and ambitions.

Amid fast-paced humor and moments of emotional clarity, the show invited audiences to reflect on authenticity in a world built on performance.

“I think when you’re working on theater with a group of people, it’s really about sacrifice… for this thing you’re creating that’s so sacred and beautiful,” Chris Chow PO ’26 said.

Words by Phoebe Fogel | Photo by Jose Saquic-Castro
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From March 5 to 8, the Pomona College Theatre Department brought “Yoga Play” to the Seaver Theatre Complex, where audiences gathered for a sharp, satirical take on wellness culture and corporate ambition. The production followed three executives at athleisure company Jojomon as they navigated a PR crisis while grappling with their own anxieties, identities and ambitions. Amid fast-paced humor and moments of emotional clarity, the show invited audiences to reflect on authenticity in a world built on performance. “I think when you’re working on theater with a group of people, it’s really about sacrifice… for this thing you’re creating that’s so sacred and beautiful,” Chris Chow PO ’26 said. Words by Phoebe Fogel | Photo by Jose Saquic-Castro Read the full story at the link in our bio.

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Pomona College announced last month that California Supreme Court Associate Justice Goodwin Liu, humanitarian Jane Olson and political scientist Daniel Ziblatt PO ’95 will speak at the College’s commencement ceremony on May 17 on Marston Quad.

During the ceremony, the speakers will receive honorary doctorates recognizing their contributions to law, human rights and democratic governance.

“I think the message to the graduating class is pretty simple: if you care about democracy, human rights or political change, you eventually have to decide where you want to plug into that work,” Lexi Duffy PO ’26 said. “Pomona is sending students off with examples of people who actually did.”

Words by Bianca Mirica | Photo courtesy of Pomona College
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Pomona College announced last month that California Supreme Court Associate Justice Goodwin Liu, humanitarian Jane Olson and political scientist Daniel Ziblatt PO ’95 will speak at the College’s commencement ceremony on May 17 on Marston Quad. During the ceremony, the speakers will receive honorary doctorates recognizing their contributions to law, human rights and democratic governance. “I think the message to the graduating class is pretty simple: if you care about democracy, human rights or political change, you eventually have to decide where you want to plug into that work,” Lexi Duffy PO ’26 said. “Pomona is sending students off with examples of people who actually did.” Words by Bianca Mirica | Photo courtesy of Pomona College Read more at the link in our bio.

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Claremont McKenna College’s Civility, Access, Resource and Expression (CARE) Center celebrated its 10-year anniversary on March 4. Students and faculty spoke to CARE’s impact on campus amid threats to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives from the Trump administration.

To Vince Greer, CMC assistant vice president for dialogue and diversity, the current political climate makes the CARE center and its mission “more important [now] than ever.”

“There’s just a willingness to retreat and not have those challenging discussions,” he said. “The CARE Center is critical to equip our students, to normalize having these discussions, to practice increased level[s] of understanding and awareness building.”

Words by Reanna Mohler | Photo courtesy of Claremont McKenna College
Read the full story at the link in our bio.

Claremont McKenna College’s Civility, Access, Resource and Expression (CARE) Center celebrated its 10-year anniversary on March 4. Students and faculty spoke to CARE’s impact on campus amid threats to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives from the Trump administration.

To Vince Greer, CMC assistant vice president for dialogue and diversity, the current political climate makes the CARE center and its mission “more important [now] than ever.”

“There’s just a willingness to retreat and not have those challenging discussions,” he said. “The CARE Center is critical to equip our students, to normalize having these discussions, to practice increased level[s] of understanding and awareness building.”

Words by Reanna Mohler | Photo courtesy of Claremont McKenna College
Read the full story at the link in our bio.

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Claremont McKenna College’s Civility, Access, Resource and Expression (CARE) Center celebrated its 10-year anniversary on March 4. Students and faculty spoke to CARE’s impact on campus amid threats to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives from the Trump administration. To Vince Greer, CMC assistant vice president for dialogue and diversity, the current political climate makes the CARE center and its mission “more important [now] than ever.” “There’s just a willingness to retreat and not have those challenging discussions,” he said. “The CARE Center is critical to equip our students, to normalize having these discussions, to practice increased level[s] of understanding and awareness building.” Words by Reanna Mohler | Photo courtesy of Claremont McKenna College Read the full story at the link in our bio.

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Arianna Kaplan SC ’27 writes about the mixed legacy of the “Call Her Daddy” podcast. She talks about how the podcast promoted the pursuit of female pleasure while also reinforcing certain patriarchal ideas.

“If you’re looking for a fun podcast to get you in the mood or to pick up some sex tips, “Call Her Daddy” is a good bet. But don’t let the opinions of two women who exist in a man-centered vacuum tell you how to make yourself more or less of a feminist,” Arianna writes.

Words by Arianna Kaplan | Visual by Meiya Rollins
Read the full story at the link in our bio.

Arianna Kaplan SC ’27 writes about the mixed legacy of the “Call Her Daddy” podcast. She talks about how the podcast promoted the pursuit of female pleasure while also reinforcing certain patriarchal ideas.

“If you’re looking for a fun podcast to get you in the mood or to pick up some sex tips, “Call Her Daddy” is a good bet. But don’t let the opinions of two women who exist in a man-centered vacuum tell you how to make yourself more or less of a feminist,” Arianna writes.

Words by Arianna Kaplan | Visual by Meiya Rollins
Read the full story at the link in our bio.

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Arianna Kaplan SC ’27 writes about the mixed legacy of the “Call Her Daddy” podcast. She talks about how the podcast promoted the pursuit of female pleasure while also reinforcing certain patriarchal ideas. “If you’re looking for a fun podcast to get you in the mood or to pick up some sex tips, “Call Her Daddy” is a good bet. But don’t let the opinions of two women who exist in a man-centered vacuum tell you how to make yourself more or less of a feminist,” Arianna writes. Words by Arianna Kaplan | Visual by Meiya Rollins Read the full story at the link in our bio.

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Few economics electives are as popular as Economics of Sports at Pomona College. This spring, Professor Marisa Cameron, an avid football fan herself, is teaching two sections of the upper-division elective. From using data analytics to calculate player value to learning the history of free agency, students like Tara Kamshad PO ’28 use sports as an accessible gateway to the world of economics.

“Sometimes, I don’t even realize that we’re talking about really cool economic concepts, because it’s just woven into something as awesome as sports,” Kamshad said.

“Understanding the actual economics behind sports has been a great balance of being fun and everyone being engaged.”
For Cameron, unpredictability is what makes sports an interesting subject of economics. Unlike many other traditional industries where outcomes are fixed, sports rely on uncertainty as a feature of the product itself. The value of sports lies not in just the event itself, but in the tension and possibility that anything could happen.

“At the end of the day, [sports are] a form of entertainment,” Cameron said. “What makes it different is that the outcome is always unknown. You want to go into any game and have no idea who could win. That’s the unique part about most sports. That’s the beauty of competitive balance and what makes the product itself unique.”

Words by Jake Creelan | Graphic by Shixiao Yu
Read the full story at the link in our bio.

Few economics electives are as popular as Economics of Sports at Pomona College. This spring, Professor Marisa Cameron, an avid football fan herself, is teaching two sections of the upper-division elective. From using data analytics to calculate player value to learning the history of free agency, students like Tara Kamshad PO ’28 use sports as an accessible gateway to the world of economics.

“Sometimes, I don’t even realize that we’re talking about really cool economic concepts, because it’s just woven into something as awesome as sports,” Kamshad said.

“Understanding the actual economics behind sports has been a great balance of being fun and everyone being engaged.”
For Cameron, unpredictability is what makes sports an interesting subject of economics. Unlike many other traditional industries where outcomes are fixed, sports rely on uncertainty as a feature of the product itself. The value of sports lies not in just the event itself, but in the tension and possibility that anything could happen.

“At the end of the day, [sports are] a form of entertainment,” Cameron said. “What makes it different is that the outcome is always unknown. You want to go into any game and have no idea who could win. That’s the unique part about most sports. That’s the beauty of competitive balance and what makes the product itself unique.”

Words by Jake Creelan | Graphic by Shixiao Yu
Read the full story at the link in our bio.

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Few economics electives are as popular as Economics of Sports at Pomona College. This spring, Professor Marisa Cameron, an avid football fan herself, is teaching two sections of the upper-division elective. From using data analytics to calculate player value to learning the history of free agency, students like Tara Kamshad PO ’28 use sports as an accessible gateway to the world of economics. “Sometimes, I don’t even realize that we’re talking about really cool economic concepts, because it’s just woven into something as awesome as sports,” Kamshad said. “Understanding the actual economics behind sports has been a great balance of being fun and everyone being engaged.” For Cameron, unpredictability is what makes sports an interesting subject of economics. Unlike many other traditional industries where outcomes are fixed, sports rely on uncertainty as a feature of the product itself. The value of sports lies not in just the event itself, but in the tension and possibility that anything could happen. “At the end of the day, [sports are] a form of entertainment,” Cameron said. “What makes it different is that the outcome is always unknown. You want to go into any game and have no idea who could win. That’s the unique part about most sports. That’s the beauty of competitive balance and what makes the product itself unique.” Words by Jake Creelan | Graphic by Shixiao Yu Read the full story at the link in our bio.

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