Stories of Sagehen Impact

Frank Albinder ’80 talks with us about his Pomona story, his decades as a Sagehen volunteer and how the College became his family.

As someone who felt life would always be an uphill battle, Ruben Piñuelas '21 credits Pomona College for giving him the resources to pursue a career in law. “Pomona knows how to push you," he says, "but also how to let you grow at your own pace.”

Pomona parent Bill Riley P’26, is the new chair of the Pomona College Family Leadership Council. Learn about the council and why he welcomes his new role, his vision for the council and his advice to families on getting involved at Pomona.

Michael Negussie ’21 is among the 28 individuals in the inaugural cohort of Fulbright-John Lewis Civil Rights Fellows. 

Pomona College has received a $1 million scholarship gift from alumnus David Sklar ’83 and his wife Susan Acevedo. 

Pomona College welcomed 10 new faculty members to campus this year. Watch our Q&A videos to learn more about their backgrounds beyond the bios.

Pomona College recently held the annual Intensive Summer Experience Symposium on Stover Walk. Featuring over 300 poster presentations, the symposium highlights the dedicated work of students who participated in PCIP and SURP. 

Championing this year’s fall campaign for Pomona’s Annual Fund, Prof. Fernando Lozano discusses his time at Pomona, the impact of philanthropy on campus and what he believes will come next as the College evolves.

Read our Q&A with new Alumni Association Board President Andrea Venezia ’91 and check out the 2024-2025 Alumni Association Board members.

Pomona College alumnus Kris Kristofferson ’58 died on September 28, 2024, at 88. This story by Michael Balchunas, titled “Acts of Will,” was published in the Winter 2004 issue of Pomona College Magazine.