Statements/Messages from President Starr

The fall semester is well underway, and Pomona is alive with the energy of new possibilities. With so much happening, I wanted to share a brief summary of some developments of interest to Sagehens everywhere.

We are pleased to share with you this update on the progress toward the Global Pomona vision and new Center for Global Engagement (CGE).

HAPPY FALL! Since I was a child, the start of the school year has always been my favorite time of the year, as energy builds toward the return of books, classes, and friends both old and new. 

I write to share important information about how the recently passed federal legislation called the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" will impact higher education.

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.