Statements/Messages from President Starr

The House passed the domestic policy legislation amendment to the House bill H.R.1. We are grateful that this bill effectively exempts colleges with enrollments of less than 3,000 tuition-paying full-time students from paying an endowment excise tax.

I very much look forward to welcoming President Starr back to the office this week and, as we make this transition, offer this latest update on federal developments related to higher education and Pomona.

Developing federal policy and actions continue to affect higher education and the College. I write to share some updates about what we know. 

Since our founding, Pomona has aspired to bring together the brightest students with the most exceptional instructors for an unrivalled education.

On this beautiful May day here on our spectacular campus, I want to begin this summary of a productive semester by celebrating our graduating class of 2025.

Congratulations on the successful conclusion of the teaching term yesterday. As we approach the celebratory part of the academic year, I want to update you on the latest federal developments, consistent with my updates throughout this semester.

As you know, on March 27 the College received a letter requesting certain information from the College by April 10. We have been working with legal counsel and other advisors to fully understand every aspect of the committee’s request.

Consistent with my commitment to keeping you informed as best as we can, I also reach out today with a brief update on several matters that have surfaced over the last few days related to the College and higher education nationally.

I write this latest update on federal developments related to higher education as we turn toward the final stretch of the academic year.

I have been made aware of a flyer being distributed on campus that suggests the College will expose student identities in its response to the recent Congressional inquiry we received.