The Pomona College community shared many memorable moments in 2024. From the excitement of the first day of classes to the Class of 2024 taking the commencement stage, we have much to reflect on and celebrate. Here’s a look back at some of our most engaging stories and moments from the past year.
Next Stop: Harvard Med – Dreams in the Making
A group of Sagehens from the Class of 2018 are continuing their shared journey in Boston as Harvard Medical School students.
When Sunshine Takes a Break
On a rare rainy day on campus, some students reveled in the novelty, snapping photos of the gray skies, while others rushed to stay dry, unprepared for the unexpected weather. It was a fleeting moment of change, making the campus feel both unfamiliar and refreshing.
Della Anjeh ’16 Launches Dual Careers
By day, Della Anjeh ’16 works as a software engineer at Google. On evenings and weekends from September to January, she moonlights as a cheerleader for the San Francisco 49ers. Her experiences at Pomona College helped launch both of her disparate careers.
Caps Off to the Class of 2024
The Class of 2024 walked the commencement stage on May 13, and their accomplishments and hard work were on full display.
Painting it Forward
Katriel Ford ’23 enjoys painting really big things, but finding large canvases, she says, “is a struggle in itself.” Fortunately, after opening in October 2023, the Pomona College Community Engagement Center had blank walls to spare. Ford, an art major, completed a mural inside.
Move-in Day Magic
Move-in Day was a whirlwind of excitement, nerves and endless possibilities. Students arrived at Pomona College with cars packed full of belongings, from suitcases to mini-fridges, ready to transform their residence hall rooms into cozy homes away from home.
Welcome to the Class of 2028
Pomona College’s newest Sagehens gathered in front of Carnegie Hall ahead of the new academic year. The Class of 2028 and transfer students were thrilled to begin this new chapter.
Picture Perfect: The First Day of Class
Say, “chirp, chirp!” Students pose for the camera on the first day of classes on August 26.
Excellence on Display
Pomona students showcased the results and experiences of their summer research and internships in the annual Intensive Summer Experience Symposium. The symposium included a combination of poster presentations along Stover Walk as well as project presentations at Smith Campus Center.
Cookin’ Up Good Food and Vibes
Beloved chef Teo Ibarra has been working at Pomona College for 12 years and has built strong relationships with students, faculty and staff. You'll always find him with a smile on his face, ready for conversation while he's flipping a delicious omelet.
As An Exoneree, Ruben Piñuelas ’21 is Accomplishing the ‘Impossible’
As someone who felt life would always be an uphill battle, Ruben Piñuelas '21 credits Pomona College for giving him the resources to pursue a career in law. “Pomona knows how to push you,” he says, “but also how to let you grow at your own pace.”