Each day, Sagehens are making a difference on campus, in their communities and around the world. Giving back isn’t just an idea at Pomona; it’s what we do. We hope you enjoy reading these stories of Sagehens making an impact.
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Since graduating from Pomona, Nava Mau ’14 has achieved stunning success as an actress and filmmaker.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
More than 8,200 Pomona College alumni, families and friends contributed $63.8 million in gifts and pledges during the 2025-26 fiscal year, the second-largest fundraising year in the College’s history.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
A dozen new faculty joined Pomona College in tenure-track, tenured and coterminous positions ahead of the 2026-27 academic year. Three professors—including an alumnus—taught at the College previously.
Thursday, September 3, 2026
The first week of classes at Pomona College is underway, and Convocation on Tuesday marked the ceremonial start to the academic year.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Meagan Tokunaga Block ’15 cut her teeth in public service at Pomona, where she earned degrees in public policy analysis (with a concentration in environmental analysis) and politics. She also started 140 games for the Sagehens’ softball team.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Ahead of her first full academic and athletic year as Pomona-Pitzer athletic director, Danielle Lynch answers questions about the Sagehen community, philanthropy, holistic development and wellness, and the hallmarks of great athletic departments.&nbs
Monday, August 3, 2026
The Pomona College Board of Trustees has elected four new members: Justice Halim Dhanidina (Ret.) ’94, Robi Ganguly ’00, Cosimo H. J. Thawley ’11, and Bill Riley, parent of a 2026 graduate and recent chair of the College’s Family Leadership Council.
Monday, July 27, 2026
Scott Lisbin ’77, a retired healthcare executive and author, returned to Pomona College this spring to teach a public policy analysis course that placed students in key areas of Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center.
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Members of the newest class of Pomona graduates donated to a class gift that supports everything from research to internships. Read about how the Senior Class Impact Project shapes the student experience while fostering a culture of giving back.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Former All-American Hannah Gough ’25 will don her native Australia’s colors in Tokyo as the Aussies go for gold at the 2026 World Lacrosse Women’s Championship. The premier 16-team tournament begins Friday, July 24, and ends Sunday, August 2.