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, February 5, 2026
Amirah Adem ’21 draws inspiration from personal experiences and observations, and she uses comedy to lighten dark moments. The Pomona alumna wants to replace outdated Hollywood tropes and open doors for a diverse array of filmmakers.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
The Fulbright Program has recognized Pomona College as one of the colleges and universities with the highest number of students and recent alumni selected for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
As Niketa Kou ’25 brainstormed possible neuroscience theses, she drew inspiration from her time as a tutor. A firm believer in the power of movement as medicine, she decided to explain the science behind her conviction.
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Pomona College celebrates unprecedented philanthropy that fueled academic innovation and expanded access. Landmark gifts from faculty, alumni and friends reaffirmed the power of a liberal arts education and invested in the future of Pomona students.
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Pomona students are helping advance seabird conservation through research with the Audubon Seabird Institute. Last summer, Mark Price ’28 and Max Distaso ’28 were the latest Sagehens to gather data on seabird colonies off the coast of Maine.
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Ralph Bolton ’61, professor emeritus of anthropology and a leading researcher in HIV transmission, died December 3. The Society for Applied Anthropology gave Bolton the prestigious Bronislaw Malinowski Award in March 2025.
Thursday, December 18, 2025
They were made in Carnegie, Estella and Seaver, on Marston Quad, in Frary and Frank—moments the Pomona College community shared in 2025 that will stand the test of time.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Tina Blair ’70 embraced her global identity at Pomona College through language study, cultural connections and Oldenborg’s international community — experiences that shaped her career in theology and inspired her ongoing support to Pomona College.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Pomona College’s cookbook project invites recipes tied to campus memories. From Beach Fire S’mores to Grandma Joan’s Pasta Sauce, alumni and students share dishes that evoke community, nostalgia and adventure — celebrating food as a Pomona tradition.
Friday, December 5, 2025
An internship after her second year at Pomona College led Elena Shih ’04 to a career research focus on human trafficking. This fall, she shared insights from her research for Pomona’s Asian Studies Distinguished Alumni Lectureship.