Stories of Sagehen Impact

As Pomona College prepares to celebrate Sagehen Athletics Giving Day on March 4-5, student-athletes are reflecting on how Pomona's culture of generosity fuels far more than wins and records. 

Rhian Moore ’18 amplifies Asian and Pacific Islander (API) voices as Head of Programs at the Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment (CAPE).

When Pomona College professor Helena Wall died in 2024, former students from across generations set up a fund in her name as a way to honor Wall's memory.

Pomona College will hold its inaugural Giving Day on March 4-5, 2026, inviting alumni, families, faculty, staff and friends to take part in a 24-hour celebration of collective generosity.

This spring, Pomona College will honor the legacy of the Oldenborg Center for Modern Languages and International Relations with the Dear Oldenborg storytelling and celebration series.

Ryan Kotaro Meher ’05 was an optimistic Renaissance thinker who bridged humanities and technology to serve others, leading with with empathy and curiosity. Now, a new scholarship honors his legacy of intellect, compassion and community.

When Professor Char Miller teaches his Water in the West class each fall, he wants his students to get their feet wet—literally—in water systems.

Six months after graduating from Pomona College, 90% of the Class of 2025 is engaged in career activities such as jobs and internships, service opportunities, further education or fellowships, according to the latest First Destination Report.

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 The Pomona alumna wants to replace outdated Hollywood tropes and open doors for a diverse array of filmmakers.

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.