CMC 75th Anniversary Series
The Future of American Politics with the Salvatori Center
Date: Tuesday, May 11
Time: 4:00 p.m. PDT

Founded in 1969 as CMC’s first research institute, the Henry Salvatori Center for the Study of Individual Freedom in the Modern World engages in the study of political philosophy and freedom as it relates to American Constitutionalism and the American Founding. Join George Thomas, Burnet C. Wohlford Professor of American Political Institutions, and director of the Salvatori Center, as he moderates a conversation with Jack Pitney, Roy P. Crocker Professor of Politics, and Bill Kristol, political analyst and commentator, and chair of the Salvatori Center Board of Governors, on the future of American politics. What is the state of the two parties? Was January 6th an aberration or an indication of what is to come? What might the 2022 election look like? The 2024 election?

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CMC 75th Anniversay Series
Behind the Scenes at the Ath with Jil Stark '58 GP'11, Bonnie Snortum GP'20, and Priya Junnar
Date: Monday, May 24
Time: 12:00 p.m. PDT

The overseer of one of the most popular and frequented offerings on campus comes with a responsibility unlike many others… it also comes with behind the scene stories. In this session honoring the Marian Miner Cook Athenaeum we will hear from the three directors who shaped a beloved space on campus. Hear about how the Ath has evolved over the years and in what ways it has stayed the same. Jil Stark '58 GP'11, Bonnie Snortum GP'20, and current Athenaeum Director, Priya Junnar, are coming together for a conversation you will not want to miss.

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CMC 75th Anniversay Series
The Stark Presidency with Jil '58 GP'11 and Jack Stark '57 GP'11
Date: Tuesday, June 8
Time: 12:00 p.m. PDT

Appointed president of CMC in 1970, Jack Stark '57 GP'11 served as CMC's chief executive during some of the most challenging periods in the history of higher education. Under his leadership, CMC's endowment grew from $10 million to more than $350 million. He led the college to exceptional growth in reputation, academic quality, and student selectivity. Under Stark's leadership, CMC expanded its influence in public affairs through the creation of nine public policy research institutes. In 1976, CMC marked its 30th anniversary by becoming coeducational. In 1981, CMC's name was changed to Claremont McKenna College, honoring founding trustee Donald C. McKenna. Throughout those exciting years, Jil Stark '58 GP'11, was an important presence on the CMC campus and solidified her role as a beloved first-lady of Claremont McKenna College and as Athenaeum director. Join the community and hear from Jack and Jil as they reflect on their 29-year presidency..

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CMC 75th Anniversary Series
The Pioneers: Breaking the Glass Ceiling at a Men's College
Date: Monday, May 17
Time: 4:00 p.m. PDT

As the College transitioned to coeducation, there were bound to be bumps along the way. While many foreseen situations were planned and prepared for, there were some instances that the first women of Claremont Men’s College had to navigate all on their own. In this session you’ll hear from Kathleen (Evans) Hurley '80 P'07, Eileen (O’Donnell) Goodwin '81 P'16, Sue Matteson King '85 P'18, and Gary Carson '78 as they relive some of their favorite moments and memories from those early years including reflecting on the social atmosphere, athletics, admission into a men’s college, and how those experiences shaped them post-college. Prior to this session, enjoy the 40th Anniversary video honoring this pivotal time in the College’s history.

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A COVID Update Conversation with Trustee Dr. Tanya (Remer) Atlmann '94
Date: Thursday, May 20
Time: 12:00 p.m. PDT

Dr. Tanya returns to CMC Connects for a conversation about the current COVID climate while cities around the country are opening up and returning to a new normal. She will share ways we can most safely return to the classroom or office while addressing your vaccine questions. Learn about how this mRNA vaccine works, what common side effects are, and why people are still hesitant.

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Athenaeum event have concluded for the 2020-21 year. Check back in August for upcoming speakers.