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, June 5, 2025
The new season of Sagecast, the podcast of Pomona College, recently launched with the theme “What’s Next?” Each episode features a conversation between a Pomona professor and an alumnus or alumna who shares their field of interest and expert
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Johanna S. Hardin has been named the Hardison Chair of Analytical Thinking at Pomona College by vote of the College’s Board of Trustees on May 16. She joined the College in 2002 as an assistant professor of mathematics and statistics.
Friday, May 23, 2025
A change in Roofie Konshie '28's financial circumstances after her acceptance led her to contact Pomona's Financial Aid Office. The resulting revised financial aid package was instrumental in her decision to accept Pomona College's offer.
Friday, May 16, 2025
Corey Brettschneider '95 and Daniel Ziblatt '95 shared their views on “Understanding the Crisis of Democracy” on May 2 on the Pomona College campus during the College’s Alumni Weekend. They drew on research presented in their books on democracy.
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Leading up to Commencement on May 18, meet six members of the Class of 2025 and learn about their time at Pomona, their future plans and what they will miss after they graduate.
Friday, May 2, 2025
Aligning his life choices and contributions with Pomona values, 2025 Blaisdell Distinguished Alumni Award recipient Douglas M. Haynes ’85 created a legacy building an inclusive and equitable culture for students and faculty in higher education.
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Among the most honored individuals in the health economics field, 2025 Blaisdell Distinguished Alumni Award recipient Charles E. Phelps ’65 credits his Pomona education experience for his multifaceted career and broad perspectives on life.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Julie Nicoletta ’87 helped shape the teaching — and life — of Art History Professor George Gorse. Now, he and his wife, Naomi Sawelson, are honoring this connection by endowing a fund in Nicoletta’s name.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
2025 Blaisdell Distinguished Alumni Award honoree, Susan Blaustein '75, once thought she would spend her life composing music. Instead, she’s been composing something entirely different as a changemaker around the world.
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Priya Amritraj '15, Head of Film and Telivision at Hyde Park Entertainment Group, is being recognized as the 2025 Inspirational Young Alumni honoree. This award is given to recent alumni who show great promise in their careers.