ImpactCMC

ImpactCMC

Friday, September 26 - Saturday, September 27

Last updated: August 8, 2025

Friday, September 26

Time	Event
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.	Mgrublian Center for Human Rights Board Meeting RDSC, Peterson Classroom (#130) By invitation only.
10:00 to 11:30 a.m.	Randall Lewis Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Board Meeting RDSC, Classroom TBD By invitation only.
11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.	ImpactCMC Pass and Check-In RDSC, Neff Family 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 RDSC, Neff Family 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 Sciences Center will open at 1:00 p.m.
11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.	CMC Supply Shop RDSC, Neff Family Plaza 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 RDSC Atrium, Floor 2 Our celebration begins as we unveil The Magnetic Field, a stunning new addition to the Walker Collection. Suspended 30 feet above the atrium, this sculpture features stainless steel, a polished sphere, and nearly 1,500 colorful glass orbs.
1:40 to 2:20 p.m.	Community Opportunities RDSC (Various Locations) Faculty-Led Building Tours and Open Houses Location TBD Discover how the new Science Center is designed for innovation and collaboration during this faculty-led tour. Learn how its modern labs, flexible classrooms, and shared research spaces support hands-on learning, interdisciplinary projects, and student-faculty discovery. Tours will include an inside look at the exciting experiments and innovations happening in our science community. CMsci: Students Pushing Vital Research Forward Flatley Classroom (#133) Get an insider's 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. Self-Guided Audio Tours Various Locations Wander at your own pace and learn about the building’s design, features, and highlights.
2:30 to 3:20 p.m.	Community Sessions RDSC (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 McElwee Forum, Lower Level How is artificial intelligence reshaping the classroom and the way we think? Join faculty as they discuss how AI is transforming classrooms, learning, and engagement across disciplines. Science and Society Duckworth Classroom (#127) How does science shape society…and how does society shape science? Explore with our faculty how scientific discovery and human values shape one another in today’s world. Self-Guided Audio Tour Wander at your own pace and learn about the building’s design, features, and highlights.
3:30 to 4:20 p.m.	Community Spotlights RDSC (Various Locations) Choose a session and discover how bold ideas are becoming reality at CMC. Codes of Life: Student Panel Flatley Classroom (#133) Come learn about Codes of Life, CMC’s new introductory science course required for all students. This course engages students with science as a way of knowing – an extraordinarily powerful framework for objectively evaluating the strength of claims about the natural world. Framed around a contemporary topic related to global human health, the course provides authentic research experiences, and importantly, requires every student to write their own software and implement their own AI system. Building BIG at CMC: The RDSC Unveiled Barker Classroom (#134) Meet the architects behind the Robert Day Sciences Center and learn how this landmark project came to life. Faculty-Led Building Tours and Open Houses Location TBD Discover how the new Science Center is designed for innovation and collaboration during this faculty-led tour. Learn how its modern labs, flexible classrooms, and shared research spaces support hands-on learning, interdisciplinary projects, and student-faculty discovery. Tours will include an inside look at the exciting experiments and innovations happening in our science community. Self-Guided Audio Tour Wander at your own pace and learn about the building’s design, features, and highlights.
4:00 to 5:00 p.m.	Neff Plaza Social Hour RDSC Atrium Lobby and Neff Family Plaza Join us for a relaxed social and enjoy iced coffee, boba tea, and conversation with our community.
5:00 to 5:45 p.m.	Dedication and Ribbon Cutting RDSC, Social Stairs A moment to remember! Celebrate the official dedication of the Robert Day Sciences Center with our community, campus leaders, architects, and friends of CMC.
5:45 to 7:15 p.m.	Reception and Open House RDSC (Various Locations) Enjoy food, drinks, music, and special moments of appreciation for our community of supporters who championed this important project. Explore the building and share in the celebration. Self-Guided Audio Tour Wander at your own pace and learn about the building’s design, features, and highlights. Scavenger Hunt Seek out some hidden gems in the Robert Day Sciences Center!
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.	Special Gathering: ImpactCMC Guests & the Class of ’26 RDSC, DayBreak Cafe Lobby 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 RDSC, Neff Family 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 RDSC, Peterson Classroom (#130) 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 to 10:50 a.m.	Claremont McKenna College Alumni Association Board Meeting and Breakfast RDSC, Barker Classroom (#134) By invitation only.
10:00 to 10:50 a.m.	ImpactCMC Workshops I RDSC (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 Flatley Classroom (#133) 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 with Erica Perkins Jasper, William B. Arce Director of Athletics Classroom TBD 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.
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 RDSC, Fletcher Jones Classroom (#131) By invitation only.
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.	Berger Institute for Individual and Social Development Board Meeting RDSC, Peterson Classroom (#130) By invitation only.
12:15 to 1:45 p.m.	Robert Day Scholars Program Board Meeting RDSC, Classroom #107 By invitation only.
12:30 to 1:30 p.m.	Insider’s Lunch Buffet RDSC, East Courtyard Take a midday lunch break and enjoy a buffet of fresh, flavorful dishes to keep you energized for the rest of the day’s activities. Additional registration required.
1:45 to 3:15 p.m.	Parent Network Board Meeting RDSC, Barker Classroom (#134) By invitation only.
1:45 to 2:45 p.m.	ImpactCMC Workshops II RDSC (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 Flatley Classroom (#133) 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 with Erica Perkins Jasper, William B. Arce Director of Athletics Classroom TBD 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 Duckworth Classroom (#127) 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.
2:00 to 4:30 p.m.	Kravis Leadership Institute Board Meeting RDSC, Peterson Classroom (#130) By invitation only.
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. Shuttles will take guests from the main entrance of the RDSC to the President’s House starting at 2:45 p.m. 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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