ImpactCMC

ImpactCMC

Friday, September 26 - Saturday, September 27

Last updated: August 8, 2025

Friday, September 26

Time	Event
9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.	Mgrublian Center for Human Rights Board Meeting Robert Day Sciences Center, Classroom TBD By invitation only.
10:00 to 11:30 a.m.	Randall Lewis Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Board Meeting Robert Day Sciences Center, Classroom TBD By invitation only.
11:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.	ImpactCMC Pass and Check-In Robert Day Sciences Center, Neff Plaza Start here to pick up your weekend credentials, schedule, and swag to show off your CMC pride. Doors to the Robert Day Sciences Center will open at 1:00 p.m.
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.	Artisan Box Lunch Robert Day Sciences Center, Neff Plaza Fuel up and connect with fellow volunteers! Your pre-ordered artisan lunch box is ready for pickup. Swing by our designated station to grab your delicious meal and find a comfortable spot to enjoy it while you mix and mingle. Lunch pre-order is required. Doors to the Robert Day Science Center will open at 1:00 p.m.
11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.	CMC Supply Shop Robert Day Sciences Center, Location TBD Come stock up on CMC swag at the Supply Shop pop-up – we have items for all ages and styles! No cash accepted, credit card or Apple Pay only.
1:00 to 1:30 p.m.	Community Opening and Art Dedication of The Magnetic Field Robert Day Sciences Center, Floor 2 Suspended approximately 30 feet in the atrium of the Robert Day Sciences Center, The Magnetic Field is a remarkable sculpture comprised of 18 rings of stainless steel round bar, a stainless steel sphere, and 1,476 colorful glass spheres of various sizes. Celebrate with the CMC community as we unveil this spectacular new addition to the Walker Collection with a special dedication.
1:40 to 2:20 p.m.	Community Opportunities Robert Day Sciences Center (Various Locations) Faculty-Led Building Tours Location TBD The Robert Day Sciences Center is designed for innovation and collaboration. Join a faculty-led tour and learn how its modern labs, flexible classrooms, and shared research spaces support hands-on learning, interdisciplinary projects, and student-faculty discovery. Robert Day Sciences Center Open Houses Various Locations Explore our state-of-the-art labs, meet faculty and student researchers, and get an inside look at the exciting experiments and innovations happening in our science community. Self-Guided Building Tours Various Locations Explore the building at your own pace with our self-guided tour, highlighting key spaces, architectural features, and points of interest throughout the facility.
2:30 to 3:20 p.m.	Community Sessions Robert Day Sciences Center (Various locations) Join the community for lively, interdisciplinary discussions that explore some of the most pressing challenges (and opportunities) of our time. These opportunities offers a chance to reflect, question, and imagine what comes next. Teaching and Learning in the Age of AI Classroom TBD How is artificial intelligence reshaping the classroom and the way we think? Join Professors Zeynep Enkavi, Ellen Ketels, Dustin Locke, and Shibu Yooseph for a cross-disciplinary conversation on the challenges and possibilities of AI in higher education. From data science to philosophy and literature, explore how CMC faculty are adapting their teaching and engaging students in this rapidly evolving landscape. Science and Society Classroom TBD How does science shape society…and how does society shape science? Join professors Shaun Lee, Albert Park, and Branwen Williams as they explore the dynamic intersection of scientific discovery, historical context, and societal impact. Join this thought-provoking discussion on how research, innovation, and human values influence one another in today’s complex world.
3:30 to 4:20 p.m.	Community Spotlights Robert Day Sciences Center (Various Locations) Choose a session and discover how bold ideas are becoming reality at CMC. CMsci in Action: Advancing Undergraduate Research at CMC Classroom TBD Get an insider look at how students in CMsci, the student-led Integrated Sciences research organization, are advancing undergraduate research at CMC. In this session, the Neuro team will share insights from their Alzheimer’s research conducted in collaboration with Professor Zeynep Enkavi, while the Environmental team will showcase their work designing and testing sustainable water filtration systems with Professor Jason Keller and lab manager Risa Takenaka. Learn how CMsci empowers students through hands-on, interdisciplinary collaboration—and how they're shaping the future of science at CMC. Building BIG at CMC: The RDSC Unveiled Classroom TBD Join the architects behind the Roberts Day Sciences Center for a dynamic conversation about the opening of this landmark building. Learn how the project came to life, from vision to design to reality, and how the RDSC will shape student experiences and opportunities for years to come.
4:00 to 5:00 p.m.	Neff Plaza Social Hour Robert Day Sciences Center, Neff Plaza Join us for a relaxed social featuring iced coffee and sweet treats for all attendees.
5:00 to 5:45 p.m.	Ribbon Cutting Robert Day Sciences Center, Neff Plaza Be a part of this historic moment as we officially open the Robert Day Sciences Center. Hear from College leadership and the visionary team from Bjarke Ingels Group and join us for commemorative photos.
5:45 to 7:15 p.m.	Community Reception Robert Day Sciences Center (Various Locations) Join us for a special reception with the entire community to celebrate our stunning new space.
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.	Special Gathering: ImpactCMC Guests & the Class of ’26 Robert Day Sciences Center, Location TBD Raise a glass to this transformative day and meet the Class of ’26 as they prepare to embark on their own journeys post CMC. Hosted by the CMCAA and the Office of Alumni and Parent Engagement. Advanced registration is appreciated.

Saturday, September 27

Time	Event
8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.	Registration and Check-In Robert Day Sciences Center, Neff Plaza If you weren't able to join us on Friday, start here to pick up your weekend credentials, schedule, and swag to show off your CMC pride.
8:30 to 10:15 a.m.	Institute Directors and Chairs Meeting Roberts Pavilion, Horvitz Conference Room By invitation only.
9:00 to 9:45 a.m.	Community Breakfast Collins Dining Hall Start the day off with a delicious breakfast and great conversation in Collins Dining Hall. Advanced registration is appreciated.
9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.	CMC Supply Shop Robert Day Sciences Center, Location TBD Come stock up on CMC swag at the Supply Shop pop-up – we have items for all ages and styles! No cash accepted, credit card or Apple Pay only.
9:00 to 10:50 a.m.	Claremont McKenna College Alumni Association Board Meeting and Breakfast Robert Day Sciences Center, Barker Classroom By invitation only.
10:00 to 10:50 a.m.	ImpactCMC Workshops I Robert Day Sciences Center, Various Locations Engage with students and our community, hear their perspectives, and discover how you can make an impact! These interactive sessions provide a platform for meaningful dialogue, allowing you to share your experiences and insights while gaining a deeper understanding of CMC’s ongoing and future initiatives and goals. All community leaders are invited to choose one of the following: Test Optional or Test Required? Navigating the Future of College Admissions with Jennifer Sandoval-Dancs, Associate Vice President for Admission and Financial Aid Classroom TBD Join Jennifer Sandoval-Dancs for an inside look at the evolving landscape of standardized testing in college admissions. Explore the data, trends, and values shaping test-optional policies, and what they mean for students, institutions, and the future of higher education. Building Champions on and off the Field: How CMS Athletics is Evolving for the Future, Featuring a Virtual Reality Tour of the Roberts Campus Sports Bowl with Erica Perkins Jasper, William B. Arce Director of Athletics Robert Day Sciences Center, Valach Terrace Join Erica Perkins Jasper as she elaborates on the vision behind the new Roberts Campus Sports Bowl and how athletics fosters leadership, resilience, and school pride. Why Codes of Life? Why Now? Classroom TBD Join this panel of faculty and students to explore Codes of Life, CMC’s newest general education requirement focused on integrating biology, data science, and computer science to explore scientific concepts, experimental methods, and data analysis. Hear from faculty involved in shaping the curriculum and students experiencing it firsthand, and learn how this interdisciplinary requirement prepares graduates to apply learned principles to real-world issues.
11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.	Town Hall with President Hiram E. Chodosh Bauer Center South, Pickford Auditorium Join President Hiram E. Chodosh for a special Town Hall in his final year at CMC. This gathering offers an opportunity to reflect on the past, consider what's ahead, and connect as a community during a milestone moment for the College. All members of the community are warmly invited to attend.
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.	Gould Center for Humanistic Studies Board Meeting Robert Day Sciences Center, Location TBD By invitation only.
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.	Berger Institute for Individual and Social Development Board Meeting Robert Day Sciences Center, Location TBD By invitation only.
12:15 to 1:45 p.m.	Robert Day Scholars Program Board Meeting Robert Day Sciences Center, Location TBD By invitation only.
1:45 to 3:15 p.m.	Parent Network Board Meeting Robert Day Sciences Center, Barker Classroom By invitation only.
1:45 to 2:45 p.m.	ImpactCMC Workshops II Robert Day Sciences Center, Various Locations Engage with students and our community, hear their perspectives, and discover how you can make an impact! These interactive sessions provide a platform for meaningful dialogue, allowing you to share your experiences and insights while gaining a deeper understanding of CMC’s ongoing and future initiatives and goals. All community leaders are invited to choose one of the following: Cheers to the Years: Reunion Committee Insights, Ideas, and Inspiration Classroom TBD Get ready to jump into reunion planning with confidence and creativity! This interactive session will provide an overview of key milestones, tools, and strategies for a successful year of volunteer leadership. Hear directly from alumni who helped make last year’s reunions (like the 5th and 50th) a meaningful experience for their classmates. We'll top off the gathering with a toast to the official countdown to Alumni Weekend 2026! Building Champions on and off the Field: How CMS Athletics is Evolving for the Future, Featuring a Virtual Reality Tour of the Roberts Campus Sports Bowl with Erica Perkins Jasper, William B. Arce Director of Athletics Robert Day Sciences Center, Valach Terrace Join Erica Perkins Jasper as she elaborates on the vision behind the new Roberts Campus Sports Bowl and how athletics fosters leadership, resilience, and school pride. Adapting to a Changing Career Landscape with Ursula Diamond and Eric Butler-Roberts Classroom TBD How can today’s college students prepare for a future where adaptability, critical thinking, and human-centered skills are more important than ever? This session explores the tools, mindsets, and experiences students need to stay competitive and thrive in a dynamic job market.
3:00 to 4:15 p.m.	Closing Reception with the Class of ’29 The President's House Remember the first time you set foot on a college campus? The first year at college can be daunting! Join us at the President's House for this opportunity to reminisce and share your valuable experiences with the Class of ’29. Let’s celebrate this new chapter together. All community members are welcome. Advanced registration is appreciated.
4:00 to 6:30 p.m.	Sixth Street Rivalry Tailgate Zinda Field, CMC Campus Join us for good food with good friends at Zinda Field and get ready for a great football game. Your name tag is your ticket to the festivities so please be sure to bring it! Advanced registration appreciated.
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.	Robert Day Scholars Reception and Recognition Dinner Marian Miner Cook Athenaeum Join us for this annual event at which we celebrate our students and alumni and honor the legacy of Robert Day ’65 P ’12. This will also be a great opportunity to meet our new Director of Robert Day Scholars – Prag Shah. We are excited to see you on campus for ImpactCMC! Dinner begins at 7:00 p.m. By invitation only.
7:00 to 9:30 p.m.	CMS vs. Pomona-Pitzer Football Game Pomona College, Merritt Field Come support the Stags as they secure the Sixth Street Trophy! Prior to the game, join the community for a festive tailgate. Make a note: loud cheering is required!

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