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Celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month
Join Pitzer College as we honor and encourage the study, observance, and celebration of APIDA heritage. We will spotlight members of our community and share information about any related events at Pitzer and The Claremont Colleges. Features will be added throughout May.
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Find out more about Pitzer’s upcoming Summer Session! Make your summer count and save 25% on tuition. Courses—including biology, media studies, psychology, and more—are taught by Pitzer and Claremont Colleges faculty. Open to all students studying at an accredited college or university. Full-credit online or in-person courses are available. Financial aid is available for those who are eligible.
Mark Your Calendars!
| May 4 | Last day of classes for the spring semester |
| May 6 | Academic Festival |
| May 9-13 | Finals (all classes except seniors) |
| May 14 | Commencement for the Class of 2022 |
| May 15 | Residence halls close for all students |
| May 21 | Commencement Celebration for the Class of 2020 |
| May 21 | Celebration for the Classes of 2020 & 2021 (graduates of these years only) |
| May 23 | Summer Session begins |
This Week’s Events
All times are Pacific Time (PT)
Power Hour: Tamales and Aguas Frescas
Tuesday, May 3, 8–10 p.m.
Gold Student Center Multipurpose Room
Students: Join Campus Life for a night to power up as finals week approaches with aguas frescas and tamales!
Wellness Wednesday: End of the Year Wellness
Wednesday, May 4, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
McConnell Apron
Join us for the final Wellness Wednesday for the spring semester!
Part of the Strive 2 Thrive health and wellness campaign focusing on awareness, education, and support for students.
Yoga Session and Acai Smoothie Grab ‘n Go
Wednesday, May 4, 5–6 p.m.
The Mounds
Join us on the Mounds for a yoga and meditation session focused on self-compassion and stress relief followed by free Acai smoothies provided by Ubatuba! Yoga mats are limited, so students are encouraged to bring their own mats or towels.
Ninth Annual Academic Festival
Friday, May 6, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Various locations on campus
Pitzer College’s Academic Festival celebrates the independent research and creative work students have done throughout the academic year. It focuses on senior thesis research posters, PowerPoint presentations, and other oral presentations that will take place in classrooms on Pitzer’s campus.
Yoga Session and Papaya Smoothie Grab ‘n Go
Friday, May 6, 11 a.m.–Noon
The Mounds
Join us on the Mounds for a yoga and meditation session focused on self-compassion and stress relief followed by free papaya smoothies provided by Ubatuba! Yoga mats are limited, so students are encouraged to bring their own mats or towels.
Class of 2022 Senior Grad Party
Friday, May 6, 7–9 p.m.
Broad Center Courtyard
Graduating Seniors: Celebrate the end of senior year and all that you’ve accomplished at Pitzer with your peers. The Class of 2022 Senior Grad Party will include food, drinks, and fun! Be sure to RSVP to let us know you’ll be joining us.
Hounds on the Mounds
Sunday, May 8, 1–3 p.m.
Brant Clock Tower Lawn
Take a break from studying and hang out with some pups to destress.
Student Meetings
Queer, Trans, Plus Student Alliance (QTs Alliance) – Wednesdays, 7–8 p.m., hybrid meetings
FMI: [email protected]
Latinx Student Union Weekly Meetings – Thursdays, 7–8 p.m., Dolores Huerta Room at the GSC
FMI: [email protected]; [email protected]
APAC (Asian Pacific American Coalition) – Sundays, 2–3 p.m.
FMI: [email protected]
Pitzer Outdoor Adventures Meeting – Wednesdays, 8–9 p.m. on the Mounds
FMI: [email protected]
The Outback News Meeting – Sundays, 1–2 p.m., Grove House Outdoor Classroom
Explore the social media accounts of Pitzer’s offices and organizations with our social media directory.
Keep Up to Date
Visit the Pitzer Events Calendar for a more complete list of events. Submit your events or notices to the Pitzer calendar to be included in the Monday newsletter. Deadline for ZEST submissions is by noon Thursday.
Questions? Email [email protected].
