Sagehen Summer for Incoming Pomona College Students
Sagehen Summer is a dynamic experience designed to help you feel ready to begin your time at Pomona College.
Through interactive sessions, you’ll learn how to approach college coursework and residential life, all while building a support system at Pomona.
How it Works
Over five weeks, beginning on June 14, there will be two sessions per day, Monday through Friday (except holidays) held over Zoom. Detailed schedules by week are available in the collapsible menus below.
More information about Math 1-2-1 can be found on the program website.
Schedule Overview
Sundays at 4 p.m.: Sponsor-run Student Socials
Mondays at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.: Student Affairs Programming
Tuesdays at 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.: Math 1-2-1 Program
Wednesdays at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.: Academic Affairs Programming
Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.: Math 1-2-1 Program
Friday at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.: Center for Speaking, Writing, and the Image and Dialogue Programming
All sessions are held over Zoom. Please check your Three Things email for Zoom links and additional information.
For more details, see the schedule below.
Sagehen Summer 2026 Weekly Schedule
Week 1 - June 14-19
Sunday, June 14
Sponsor-run student socials
4 p.m.
Monday, June 15
“Navigating Your First-Year Experience: A practical guide to thriving academically, socially, and personally during your first year at Pomona”
9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Joelle Balthazar, First-Year Class Dean
“Getting Connected: Class Deans and Campus Resources”
9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Francine Bonneville, Assistant Dean of Students, Junior Class Dean
Learn about the Class Dean Model and other supportive resources as you transition to Pomona College as a transfer student.
Tuesday, June 16
Math 1-2-1
7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Wednesday, June 17
“The Liberal Arts Education at Pomona: An introduction to planning your coursework and academic journey”
9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
April Mayes, Senior Associate Dean of the College (and Pomona Alum!)
Welcome to your academic life at Pomona! In this introductory workshop, we’ll provide an overview of your academic experience, coursework, and interactions with faculty.
In addition to a video recording, a transcript of this session is also available.
Sponsor-run student socials
7 p.m.
Thursday, June 18
Math 1-2-1
7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Friday, June 19
No session (holiday)
Week 2 - June 21-26
Sunday, June 21
Sponsor-run student socials
4 p.m.
Monday, June 22
“Just Keep Quitting: Getting the most out of your Pomona experience”
9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Josh Eisenberg, Associate Dean of Students & Dean of Campus Life
In addition to the video recording, a transcript of this session is available.
Tuesday, June 23
Math 1-2-1
7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Wednesday, June 24
“Adventures With the Pomona College Catalog: How to Search for Classes and Find Hidden Gems as You Prepare for Registration”
9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Professor Marc Los Huertos
Sponsor-run student socials
7 p.m.
Thursday, June 25
Math 1-2-1
7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Friday, June 26
“Thinking Critically about AI”
9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Assistant Director of College Writing, Alana Felton
This workshop introduces how generative AI tools work, how to think about when and whether to use them in your academic work, and how to disclose or refuse their use. In this workshop, we’ll think critically about what these tools offer and explore what it means to engage or refuse to engage with AI thoughtfully and responsibly as a Pomona student.
Week 3 - June 28-July 3
Sunday, June 28
Sponsor-run student socials
4 p.m.
Monday, June 29
“Understanding Accessibility Resources & Accommodations”
9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
“Understanding Accessibility Resources & Accommodations” with Adaly Ramirez, Asst. Dean of Students and Director of Accessibility Resources
“Living, Learning and Belonging: Building Community Through the Residential Experience” with Erica Little, Director of Residence Life, Ravyn Johnson, Asst. Director of Residence Life and Alyssa Grimaldo, Residence Life Coordinator
In addition to the video recording, a transcript is available for this session.
Tuesday, June 30
Math 1-2-1
7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Wednesday, July 1
“All About GEs and Liberal Arts Advising”
9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Lindsay Stadler, Registrar and Heidi Schumacher, Associate Dean of the College
In this workshop, you’ll learn About Pomona’s General Education requirements and discuss strategies for working effectively with your academic advisor.
In addition to the video recording, a transcript is available for this session.
Sponsor-run student socials
7 p.m.
Thursday, July 2
Math 1-2-1
7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Friday, July 3
No session (holiday)
Week 4 - July 5-10
Sunday, July 5
Sponsor-run student socials
4 p.m.
Monday, July 6
“Join the Chorus: Community Standards at Pomona”
9 a.m. session only
Brandon Jackson, Associate Dean of Students for Student Development and Leadership
Learn about Pomona’s Community Standards and the Judicial Board (J-Board). Explore campus resources, and processes that help create a respectful, inclusive, and environment.
Tuesday, July 7
Math 1-2-1
7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Wednesday, July 8
“How to Register for Classes”
9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Lindsay Stadler, Registrar
Getting ready to register for classes but not sure where to start? Join us for a walkthrough of the registration process. We'll walk you through the steps during the preregistration window!
Sponsor-run student socials
7 p.m.
Thursday, July 9
Math 1-2-1
7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Friday, July 10
“Creating Connection Through Dialogue”
9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
This session offers an opportunity to connect with a small group of first-year students in a relaxed setting and pick-up some powerful dialogue tips for building authentic relationships on campus.
Week 5 - July 12-17
Sunday, July 12
Sponsor-run student socials
4 p.m.
Monday, July 13
New student move-in—preparing for move-in
9 a.m.
Tuesday, July 14
Math 1-2-1
7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Wednesday, July 15
*“Pre-Registration Advising: Meet with a Pomona Faculty Member to Prepare for Selection of Courses”
9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
In this workshop, you’ll meet with a faculty mentor who will help you select classes for pre-registration. You’ll receive an email prior to Wednesday (July 15) with instructions and your dedicated Zoom link. While we strongly recommend attending the live session so you can ask your questions, the email will also include instructions for fulfilling this requirement if you are unable to attend. Our faculty look forward to meeting you!
*Attendance required
Sponsor-run student socials
7 p.m.
Thursday, July 16
Math 1-2-1
7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Friday, July 17
“Writing as a Process”
9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Director of College Writing, Aaron Colton
Assistant Director of College Writing, Alana Felton
This workshop introduces the resources available at Pomona to support your development as a writer and some strategies to help you enter the classroom with an openness to learn and grow as a writer and thinker in any subject.