Collage showing students throughout the years.

Leading, Together

Claremont McKenna College’s celebration of 50 Years of Co-Education is a special opportunity to recognize the outstanding achievements, leadership development, and cultural contributions of female students, faculty, staff, and CMC alumnae.

The official anniversary in 2026-27 will feature a dynamic series of events, stories, and initiatives that capture the power of our CMC community.

Celebrating History: A Look Back

With pride and a spirit of celebration, we commemorate this milestone, reflect on the progress made over the past five decades, and look ahead to the future—together.

View the 50 Years of Co-education timeline

Aluma seated on Jeppe Hein's Social Benches.

Inspiring Alumnae

Who made a difference during your time at CMC? Who is making a mark on campus and in the world today? Let us know who defines the spirit of our responsible leadership mission and Co-Education Anniversary.

Share Your Story

Female students speaking with an alumni during ImpactCMC.

50 Years of Co-education Leadership Fund

The 50 Years of Co-Education Leadership Fund will serve as a powerful and lasting testament to the transformative impact of co-education at CMC, while also supporting programming costs for the upcoming celebration year.

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The 50 Years of Co-education scarf print.

Show Your Pride

Coming soon ! Explore our unique selection of 50th Anniversary merchandise.

Digital Archives

Not For Men Only: CMC Becomes Coeducational

During our recent 75th Anniversary, CMC commemorated several milestones that helped shape the College. View historical documents and learn more about the early Pioneers during the transition to co-education.

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Claremont McKenna College's first womens graduates.