Clubs and Organizations
Art at the Claremont Colleges
Hiya everyone, I’m Alyssa, a double Art and Politics major here to talk about art-focused classes, clubs, and more across the colleges. I’ll leave some tips and a few of my own experiences down below!! Classes So, maybe this is your first semester at Scripps and you’re interested in the arts. However, the catalog […]
Read MoreStudent Government at Scripps
I never expected to join student government when I came to Scripps, but I am now approaching my final college semester and serving as the student body president of Scripps Associated Students (SAS). I began my journey in the spring of 2023 when I was appointed to the role of Vice President of Student Activities […]
Read MoreStudent Publications You Can Write for As a Scripps Student!
Hi! My name is Abigail, and I am a sophomore here at Scripps. As a Writing and Rhetoric major, and just someone who loves to write and takes tons of creative writing classes, I thought I would let you know about some of the opportunities you have to be involved in student publications! I am […]
Read MorePre-Professional Clubs On Campus
Have you ever contemplated the balance between theory and practice? At the Claremont Colleges, we offer a diverse range of pre-professional clubs designed to help you translate textbook knowledge into real-world applications while exploring life beyond college alongside motivated peers. These vibrant clubs foster a collaborative environment where students from across the colleges can support […]
Read MoreWhy YOU Should Join Your College Radio Station!
Hello everyone! I’m Louise, a senior here at Scripps, and today I want to tell you all about why I so passionately believe that you – yes, YOU – should join your college radio station. Since sophomore year, I have been a DJ on KSPC 88.7FM, the Claremont Colleges radio station. Through radio, I have […]
Read MoreChronicles of college Model UN
As a Scripps student I have had the opportunity to dabble in various 5C/4C clubs, however, one that has stayed a consistent part of my college experience is Model United Nations. I joined the Pomona Model UN team (4C only because CMC has their own) during the fall semester of my freshman year. As someone […]
Read MoreCome on a Walking Adventure With me Around the 5Cs!
I am a big fan of walking around. It’s just the perfect way to socialize and get my body moving. Naturally, one of the first things I did when I got to campus was walk around to find cool things! Over the course of my time here, I believe that I have truly honed in […]
Read MoreCafé con Leche at Scripps
Scripps’ Latinx affinity group, Café con Leche (CCL), helps provide a forum for discussion on economic, cultural, political and social issues in the Latinx community within and beyond Scripps College. The group continually work to be an intersectional community, where Latinx folks of all backgrounds and walks of life are welcomed and embraced. The story […]
Read MoreMy Favorite Clubs at the Claremont Colleges!
One of the questions I receive most as an admissions ambassador is “what clubs are you involved in on campus”? I’ve been lucky to be involved in many organizations at the Claremont Colleges since my freshman year of all different types, so I thought I’d take some time to list some of them out here! […]
Read MoreBalancing Academics and Sports
Hi! I’m Scarlette, a junior and student-athlete here at Scripps. I long and triple jump on the Claremont-Mudd-Scripps (CMS) track and field team. Being an athlete was a big part of my high school life and something I wanted to continue to be a part of in college.A few are a few things that make […]
Read MoreA Student’s Perspective on the Motley Coffeehouse
Hello all! My name is Rashmi and I’m a sophomore studying economics and politics! As a dual major at Scripps, I am always searching for a delicious, caffeinated beverage to sip on as I ponder about perfectly competitive markets or the GDP. Fortunately for me, Scripps has an amazing coffeehouse on campus that has a […]
Read MoreWhat is SCORE?
Scripps College’s SCORE (Scripps Communities of Resources and Empowerment), helps unite students from different backgrounds and identities through clubs and organizations. This creates an inclusive community in Scripps College that continues to thrive through the spaces provided to support underrepresented and historically marginalized students. I am proud to be part of Scripps’ Café con Leche, […]
Read MoreFostering Communication, Trust, and Community Care Through Leadership Opportunities
I have always been drawn to leadership opportunities that focus on fostering communication, trust, and community care. Being a first-generation, low-income Mexican-American raised in the city of Pomona, I am conscious of the impact communal care has and the ways it nurtures my constant growth and potential. This innate drive to create community has inspired […]
Read MoreCafé con Leche at Scripps!
Scripps College’s SCORE (Scripps Communities of Resources and Empowerment), helps unite students from different backgrounds and identities through clubs and organizations. This creates an inclusive community in Scripps College that continues to thrive through the spaces provided to support underrepresented and historically marginalized students. I am proud to be part of Scripps’ Café con Leche, […]
Read MoreThe In’s and Out’s of Intramural Sports at Scripps College
Hey Everyone! A new activity I have started this spring semester is my roommate and I joined a trivia team through CMS (Claremont, Mudd, Scripps) recreation, which means it qualifies as an intramural sport! I was really intrigued by the intramural sports that CMS has and decided to ask around and find out more. At […]
Read MoreCMS and the College Athlete Life
When I started my college search process, I knew I needed to find a team with the perfect balance of academics and athletics. Water polo was very important to me, and I did not want to sacrifice my sport, but neither was I willing to sacrifice rigorous academics or the ability to put my academics […]
Read MoreTurf Dinner: 5C Club & Org Extravaganza
Hi everybody! When I was a prospective student, I remember being really antsy to join a bunch of clubs and organizations in college. Even though I was excited, I was also really nervous about not being able to find or join clubs for my specific interests. By using Turf Dinner, I was able to easily […]
Read MoreExam Season and Resources
Exam season has been upon us, and it can become more overwhelming with finals being just around the corner. While stress is a natural part of the college experience, it is important to manage stress and maintain your well-being. Too much stress can impact sleep patterns, academic performance, mental health, and immune functions. Reaching out […]
Read MoreBeing an international student at Scripps and the 5C’s
Hello everyone! I hope that this blog finds you all well. I wanted to share with you all what it has been like in my experience to be an international student at Scripps and the Claremont Colleges. Although I was born and raised in Ecuador, my mother is American, so I always understood American culture […]
Read MoreHaving a Sense of Belonging: SCORE and Turf Dinner
Scripps College’s SCORE (Scripps Communities of Resources and Empowerment), helps unite students from different backgrounds and identities through clubs and organizations. This creates an inclusive community in Scripps College that continues to thrive through the spaces provided to support underrepresented and historically marginalized students. I am proud to be part of Scripps’ Café con Leche, […]
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