Pomona College

06/03/2026

As the NBA Finals tip off tonight between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks, we're looking back at the remarkable journey of former Pomona-Pitzer coach Gregg Popovich.

Long before becoming a five-time NBA champion as head coach of the Spurs, Hall of Famer and one of basketball's most respected leaders, Popovich spent eight season on the sidelines for the Sagehens.

From Claremont to the sport's biggest stage, his career is a testament to the impact of great coaching, lifelong learning and leadership.

Read more about Popovich's Hall of Fame legacy and his connection to Pomona College.

Gregg Popovich, who coached at Pomona-Pitzer for eight seasons, joins a league of basketball legends as one of the latest members of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

06/02/2026

From civic engagement and voter outreach to community-centered policymaking, Andrea Mac ’24 is putting her Pomona education into action across Los Angeles. Read how her passion for accessibility and public service led her to meaningful work with CAUSE and beyond.

At the Center for Asian Americans United for Self-Empowerment (CAUSE), Andrea Mac ’24 conducts voter outreach and education initiatives and runs civic leadership training and programming for college students and mid-career professionals.

06/02/2026

When the California Governor’s Debate came to Pomona, students were at the center of the experience. Working alongside media professionals, faculty and staff, they helped support a major statewide event while gaining valuable real-world experience.

Watch their stories and see what it was like behind the scenes at Bridges Auditorium at Pomona’s link in bio.

06/02/2026

What does it take to host a gubernatorial debate? For Pomona students, it meant stepping behind the scenes and into the action.

From production support to event operations, students played an important role in helping bring the CBS California Governor’s Debate to Bridges Auditorium. Hear from the students who helped make this historic event possible and gained hands-on experience along the way.

Pomona College, in partnership with CBS California and APAPA (Asian...

05/28/2026

The student-run Luddite Club promotes a healthy approach to technology for Pomona College students and others at The Claremont Colleges.

The Luddite Club for the past year has promoted a healthy approach to technology for Pomona College students and others at The Claremont Colleges.

05/27/2026

From standout Sagehen baseball player to director of amateur scouting for the Boston Red Sox, Jake Bruml ’15 reflects the many paths a Pomona education can forge. Explore more alumni career stories and see where Sagehens are making an impact.

Jake Bruml ’15 finished his Sagehens baseball career with 203 hits and 23 pitching victories. He was recently promoted to director of amateur scouting for the Boston Red Sox.

05/26/2026

Pomona College recognized Tricia Avant and Juanita Davalos at the annual year-end staff luncheon for their distinguished service to the community. In nomination forms, colleagues raved about their respective kindness and warmth.

Two employees received the 2026 Distinguished Staff Award on May 22: Academic Coordinator and Gallery Manager of Art Tricia Avant and Admissions Receptionist Juanita Davalos.

05/24/2026

Six outstanding Sagehens were recognized over Alumni Weekend for their professional achievements and longtime service to Pomona College by the Alumni Board.

Six outstanding Sagehens were recognized over Alumni Weekend, April 30-May 3, for their professional achievements and longtime service to Pomona College by the Alumni Board.

05/23/2026

A week later, and we’re still celebrating a Commencement that honored both our graduates and the planet. Through composting, reusable materials and waste-reduction efforts across campus, this year’s ceremony reflected Pomona’s commitment to sustainability.

Thank you to our campus partners in ASPC, the Sustainability Office, Dining Services and Facilities for helping bring a zero-waste Commencement to life.

05/22/2026

Nine student-led projects were supported by the President's Sustainability Fund and the ASPC spring semester. Projects tackled issues ranging from dining hall food waste to automatic lighting in residence halls and water bottle refill stations.

Nine student-led projects were supported by the President's Sustainability Fund and the ASPC spring semester. Projects tackled issues ranging from dining hall food waste to automatic lighting in residence halls and water bottle refill stations.