Summer Welcome Receptions
A Warm Welcome to the Pitzer College Community!
You're invited to our 2025 Summer Welcome Receptions—regional gatherings that bring together incoming students, their families, and members of the Pitzer community. These casual, celebratory events are a great way to meet fellow new families, hear from current students and families, and connect with College staff in a relaxed and welcoming environment. We can’t wait to kick off your Pitzer experience together!
2025 Summer Welcome Receptions
Welcome to the Pitzer College Community!
Join us for our 2025 Summer Welcome Receptions, a series of regional events designed to bring together incoming students, their families, and Pitzer College community members. Meet fellow new students, connect with current families, and engage with College representatives in a warm, welcoming setting. We look forward to celebrating the start of your Pitzer journey with you!
In-Person Receptions
New York, NY
Saturday, May 31 I 1–3 p.m. EDT
Hosted by Alison Monk P’27, Eric Bischof P’27, and Eden Monk ’27
Register here
Arcadia, CA
Saturday, June 7 I 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. PDT
Hosted by Alumni Board member Claudio Chavez ’88 and Leigh Chavez
Register here
Weston, CT
Saturday, June 14 I 1–3 p.m. EDT
Hosted by Tiffany and Anthony Green P’27, and Julian Green ’27
Register here
Kentfield, CA
Saturday, June 14 I 3–5 p.m. PDT
Hosted by Family Leadership Council Co-Presidents Hali Croner P’26 and Isaura Resendiz Barrera P’27
President Strom C. Thacker attending
Register here
Los Angeles, CA
Saturday, June 14 I 4–6 p.m. PDT
Hosted by Stephanie and David Berenbaum P’28, and Noah Berenbaum ’28
Register here
Boston, MA
Sunday, June 15 I 11 a.m.–1p.m. EDT
Hosted by Pitzer's Office of Alumni & Family Engagement
Register here
Portola Valley, CA
Sunday, June 15 I 11 a.m.–1 p.m. PDT
Hosted by Family Leadership Council member Janie Barman P’20, P’27, John Barman P’20, P’27, Jack Barman ’20, and Chase Barman ’27
President Strom C. Thacker attending
Register here
La Jolla, CA
Friday, June 20 I 5–7 p.m. PDT
Hosted by Trustee and Family Leadership Council Member
President Strom C. Thacker attending
Register here
Claremont, CA
Saturday, June 21 I 11 a.m.–1 p.m. PDT
Hosted by President Strom C. Thacker and First Spouse Isabelle Thacker
Register here
Portland, OR
Saturday, July 12 I 1–3 p.m. PDT
Host: Christine Wolf P’28, Daniel Brown P’28, and Asher Wolf ’28
Register here
Los Angeles, CA
Saturday, August 2 I 1–3 p.m. PDT
Hosted by Peter Simmons P’28, Haig Chahinian P’28, and Lulu Chahinian ’28
Register here
Coming Soon – Save the Date
Seattle, WA
Date & Time: TBA
Host: TBA
*Registration coming soon!
Virtual Receptions
General Virtual Welcome Reception
Date & Time: TBA
Hosted by The Office of Alumni & Family Engagement
*Registration coming soon!
FirstGen Virtual Welcome Reception
Date & Time: TBA
Hosted by The Office of Alumni & Family Engagement
*Registration coming soon!
Recepción de bienvenida virtual en español
Fecha y hora: por confirmar
Organizado por la Oficina de Participación de Exalumnos y Familias
¡Inscripciones próximamente!
International Virtual Welcome Reception
Date & Time: TBA
Hosted by The Office of Alumni & Family Engagement
*Registration coming soon!
Questions? Please email engagement@pitzer.edu or call 909.607.4030