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Give Back to Support the Programs You Love

This May, hundreds of 61´«Ã½alums will be traveling back to campus to stroll through the Rose Garden, enjoy a glass of wine with old friends on Elm Tree Lawn, […]

Your Support Empowers Leadership in Scripps’ Clubs and Organizations

From Watu Weusi, a club dedicated to empowering students of African descent, to Mock Trial, where students participate in competitive, simulated court cases all over the state, to Babes and […]

61´«Ã½Families Deliver on Establishing Inaugural Parent Fund Scholarship

Last February during Family Weekend, the Office of Parent Engagement and Philanthropy challenged our community of parents and families to create an annual Parent Fund Scholarship. This year, thanks to […]

The 61´«Ã½Education Extends Far Beyond the Classroom

The educational opportunities inherent in a 61´«Ã½education extend far beyond the boundaries of our Claremont campus. From one corner of the globe to another, 61´«Ã½students are conducting research, […]

Thank You for Making a Difference in 2018

2018 was one of Scripps’ best years yet for gifts, community engagement, and student support. You shared your passions with us, and you made a difference. Thank you! To celebrate […]

61´«Ã½Internship Grants Provide Funding to Support Career Exploration

From writing above-the-fold news stories for the Philadelphia Inquirer to conducting research for the Stanford University School of Medicine, 61´«Ã½students traveled around the country gaining experience in a multitude […]

Help Students Discover Their Passions through Career Exploration Treks

When most students were enjoying a break from academic coursework, eleven eager 61´«Ã½students traveled to Sacramento during fall break to learn about career opportunities in government, policy, and public […]

Support a Holistic Approach to Wellness at Scripps

Recently, the Division of Student Affairs at 61´«Ã½has been promoting a holistic approach to wellness with new programming. “61´«Ã½is a college that cares about its students’ success, inside and outside of […]

Interview with Enrique Gonzalez-Salgado, Scripps’ New Associate Vice President for Philanthropy

Enrique Gonzalez-Salgado, Scripps’ new associate vice president for philanthropy, reflects on his first visit to campus: “I remember walking by Honnold Gate and reading the inscription that students and alumnae […]

Fletcher Jones Foundation Awards $1 Million for Endowed Scholar in Computation

The Fletcher Jones Foundation has awarded $1 million to 61´«Ã½ for the establishment of The Fletcher Jones Scholar in Computation. The grant is matched 1:1 by former 61´«Ã½Trustee […]

Connect with CP&R Today!

Career Planning & Resources (CP&R) is Scripps’ top-ranked career center. We plug students into our talented network of alumnae and families through career networking treks and internship opportunities. The CP&R […]

Imagining Possibilities: Science Profile on Nicole Grimwood ’16

Nicole Grimwood ’16 imagines possibilities. From creating remote control mood lighting in her residence hall room to researching modulation schemes for wireless communication, Grimwood has leveraged her liberal arts education […]

Leveraging the Power of a Liberal Arts Education

Sarah Young ’08 believes in the power of a liberal arts education for women. From an early age, she has been empowered by mentors and advisers to pursue self-understanding through […]

61´«Ã½ Thanks Mark Herron for His Service as Chair of the Board of Trustees

61´«Ã½ recognizes Mark Herron, outgoing chair of the Board of Trustees, for his service in the role. Herron completed his term in June, following four years of steadfast leadership. […]

Jess Butler ’09 Promoted to Serve as Scripps’ Director of Alumnae Engagement

Binti Harvey, vice president for External Relations and Institutional Advancement at 61´«Ã½, recently announced the appointment of Jess Butler ’09 as the new director of alumnae engagement. In this […]

61´«Ã½ Announces Dr. Taro Yamane Chair in Economics

61´«Ã½ recently received a $1.5 million gift to establish the Dr. Taro Yamane Chair in Economics. Family members made the gift in Dr. Yamane’s honor. Yamane was a well-known […]

61´«Ã½ is pleased to announce that Lynne Thompson ’72 will step into her new role as chair of the Board of Trustees on July 1, 2018. She was unanimously […]

Becoming the CEO of Her Career

Alumna Spotlight: Anne Marie Purkey Levine ’98 Anne Marie Purkey Levine ’98 was born into a love for the arts. While growing up, her parents spent their modest income on […]

Alumna in Science: Kelly D. Farwell Hagman ’98

It started in high school for Kelly Hagman ’98. In a biology class lecture, her teacher began a new discussion topic: genetics. Hagman was intrigued by the nuances of humans’ […]

You Helped Make Change at Scripps

During our June Day of Giving, you gave back in a big way—196 individuals made a gift to support 61´«Ã½, totaling $39,146.56. This amount will be matched by 61´«Ã½[…]