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Commencement Ceremony Honors the Class of 2024

Commencement Ceremony Honors the Class of 2024

On a day overflowing with gratitude and fortitude, Claremont McKenna College’s joyful Commencement ceremony celebrated the courage exemplified by the Class of 2024. The May 11 ceremony brought together families and friends for the College’s 76th Commencement to hail the accomplishments of the nearly 350 graduates on a picture-perfect Southern California day.

Elected class speaker Bertha Junior Tobias ’24, a Rhodes Scholar, encouraged her fellow graduates to recognize the “transformative power of simple truths” passed down by the generations before them.

President Hiram Chodosh sent the graduates out into the world with this message: “Know we’re always with you. We’re forever here. Know where you want to go, we’re already there. ... Many congratulations. Cheers to you all!”

Watch highlights of the celebration or the full Commencement video.

 
 
 
Robert Day Scholars Celebrated

Robert Day Scholars Celebrated

The memory of the late Robert Day ’65 P’12—the philanthropic giant responsible for creating countless opportunities for CMC students—was celebrated at the annual gala recognizing graduating Robert Day Scholars.

 
CMC Seniors Earn Awards

CMC Seniors Earn Awards

CMC honored seniors who made significant contributions to the campus culture, while also performing at a top academic level. Oluwatimilehin (Timi) Balogun ’24 and Caroline Bullock ’24 were recognized with CMC’s highest awards—The H.N. and Francis C. Berger Prizes for Outstanding Seniors.

 
Outstanding Faculty Recognized

Outstanding Faculty Recognized

CMC celebrated the College’s outstanding faculty for their teaching, scholarship, and service, as well as for achieving milestone anniversaries. In addition, retiring faculty were recognized for their enduring contributions to the CMC community.

 

Julio Garín Installed as Named Professor

In a ceremony infused with warmth and humor, as well as lessons in both economics and life, Julio Garín was recently installed as the Peter K. Barker ’70 P’01 Associate Professor of Economics and George R. Roberts Fellow.

 
Alumni in Action: Adam Nemer ’92

Alumni in Action: Adam Nemer ’92

Adam Nemer ’92 is changing the way businesses think about mental health. Three years ago, he launched Simple Mental Health, which is destigmatizing mental health challenges in the workplace.

 
CMS Baseball Notches Program Record

CMS Baseball Notches Program Record

The CMS Baseball Team earned its first NCAA Tournament bid since 1996, and picked up wins over Centenary (La.) and Concordia (Texas) to set a new program record of 32 victories in a season, before falling in a close defeat to No. 3 East Texas Baptist (6-5) in the regional finals.

 
Invest in CMC with Your Gift

Invest in CMC with Your Gift

Whether supporting the Robert Day Scholars program, world-class faculty members like Professor Julio Garín, or our outstanding students, your thoughtful gift to CMC directly impacts the vibrant CMC Community!

 
Final Call for Alumni Weekend!

Final Call for Alumni Weekend!

Alumni Weekend is almost here! From faculty lectures to dining under the stars, our special CMC celebration is packed with programs that you will not want to miss.

 
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