Online Exhibits

This exhibition explores the principles, attitudes, and aspirations underlying ideas about the College. Part One explores the development of Pitzer’s institutional and educational character.

This exhibit explores the roots of the core value of Environmental Sustainability. John Rodman, Carl Hertel, and Paul Shepard were professors who were instrumental in shaping this ethos and whose legacy continues today.

Thie exhibit features fascinating and little-known information about the Grove House comprised of newspaper clippings, letters, photos, and more. Learn about Pitzer iconic Carftsman bungalow.

Starting in the summer of 1964, photographer Arthur Dubinsky photographed a young and evolving Pitzer College. This remarkable collection was curated for Pitzer's 50th-anniversary celebration in 2014.

“Come build a college!” was the unique invitation extended by admissions officers from Claremont Men’s College (now Claremont McKenna) and Harvey Mudd to lure the first students to Pitzer in 1964. Learn about Pitzer's founding students, faculty, and administrators who helped make the College what it is today.

Learn about the men and women who were selected to stand at the helm of the College.