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7 winners of Rena Archibald prize

Seven Graduating Seniors Awarded Rena Gurley High Scholarship Prize

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Michell Mamombe

Michell Mamombe ’27 Launches Program to Empower Zimbabwean Girls

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New Season of Sagecast Delves into “What’s Next?”

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Pomona College Closes Out a Historic Year of Fundraising
Monday, December 9, 2024
Pomona College alumni, families and friends gave a record $57 million in gifts and pledges this past fiscal year, marking a historic year of fundraising for the College. 
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As An Exoneree, Ruben Piñuelas ’21 is Accomplishing the ‘Impossible’
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
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.”
Michael Negussie
Michael Negussie ’21 Awarded Fulbright-John Lewis Civil Rights Fellowship
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Michael Negussie ’21 is among the 28 individuals in the inaugural cohort of Fulbright-John Lewis Civil Rights Fellows. 
David Sklar ’83 and his wife Susan Acevedo
David Sklar ’83 and Susan Acevedo Give $1 Million to Create Scholarships for Low-Income Students
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Pomona College has received a $1 million scholarship gift from alumnus David Sklar ’83 and his wife Susan Acevedo. 
Kris Kristofferson
Pomona College Magazine Winter 2004: Acts of Will
Monday, September 30, 2024
Pomona College alumnus Kris Kristofferson ’58 died on September 28, 2024, at 88. This story by Michael Balchunas, titled “Acts of Will,” was published in the Winter 2004 issue of Pomona College Magazine.
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‘Lush Matter’ at Chan Gallery Showcases Six Alumni’s Nature-Inspired Works
Thursday, September 26, 2024
As the Art Department prepared to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Studio Art Hall, faculty and staff brainstormed what to show in the Chan Gallery mark the occasion. An alumni exhibition would be a fitting tribute, thought Mercedes Teixido.
Smith Family
Smith Family and The H. Russell Smith Foundation Pledge $2.5 Million to Expand Global Learning for Pomona College Students
Monday, September 23, 2024
Pomona College has received a $2.5 million gift to support interdisciplinary global education programs and engaged learning opportunities for students.
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TIME Magazine Names Chinasa T. Okolo ’18 One of 100 Most Influential People in AI
Monday, September 16, 2024
Chinasa T. Okolo ’18, a first-generation Nigerian American, holds dear her time at Pomona College, crediting her liberal arts education and computer science professors for igniting in her a desire to understand human-computer interaction.
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Sue Berryman ’59 Pledges $10 Million Legacy Gift to Support Pomona College
Monday, September 9, 2024
Pomona College alumna Sue E. Berryman ’59 has pledged a $10 million legacy gift to support students, faculty and key programs at the College.
Sam and Emily Glick, class of 2004
Sam ’04 and Emily ’04 Glick Pledge $2.47M to Expand College Access for Students from Middle-Income Families
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Pomona College alumni Sam and Emily Glick have pledged a $2.47M gift to support financial aid and other crucial resources for future Pomona College students from middle-income families.
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