CMC Press Release Archive

Claremont McKenna College raises nearly $1.1 billion, shattering fund-raising record for liberal arts colleges
Claremont McKenna College (CMC) announced today that it raised nearly $1.1 billion in its Campaign for CMC: Responsible Leadership, breaking a fund-raising record among all liberal arts colleges and far exceeding its goal of $800 million. The most successful fundraising endeavor in its 75-year-plus…
Claremont McKenna College dedicates extraordinary glass sculpture by celebrated artist Pae White as latest installment in its Public Art Program

A 250-foot-long glass sculpture known as Qwalala and created by American artist Pae White, will be unveiled on Claremont McKenna College’s campus on Sept. 20th as the latest installment in the campus’ public art program.

Claremont McKenna College Celebrates More Than 75 Years of its Mission to Prepare Students for Responsible Leadership by Ringing NYSE Closing Bell
Claremont McKenna College rang the New York Stock Exchange closing bell on August 17, 2023 in celebration of more than 75 years of preparing students for thoughtful and productive lives and responsible leadership in business, government, and the professions.
CMC’s Rose Institute Study on California City Managers Released
California City Management Foundation (CCMF), in partnership with the Rose Institute of State and Local Government at Claremont McKenna College, developed the “2023 California City Manager Survey: A Profile of the Profession” which provides a comprehensive overview of city managers in California.
Claremont McKenna College Student Named Truman Scholar

Claremont McKenna College junior Pieter van Wingerden has been awarded a Truman Scholarship, the nation’s most prestigious and competitive scholarship for aspiring public service leaders.

Joyce Kim ’24 named Barry Goldwater Scholar

Joyce Kim ’24, a Claremont McKenna College biochemistry major, has been awarded the prestigious Barry Goldwater Scholarship, the highest governmental honor for undergraduate STEM researchers.

Leading humanist and renowned political scientist, Robert Putnam, selected as Claremont McKenna College’s 2023 Commencement speaker

Claremont McKenna College (CMC) will celebrate its 75th Commencement ceremony and the Class of 2023 on May 13, with leading humanist and renowned political scientist, Robert Putnam, offering the keynote address.

Five Truman Scholar finalists selected from Claremont McKenna College

A College-record of five Claremont McKenna College juniors have been named finalists for the Truman Scholarship, the nation’s most prestigious and competitive scholarship for aspiring public service leaders. Claremont McKenna College is one of only two institutions with an unprecedented five…

New Survey Finds Doing Business in Southern California Remains Costly

Most businesses leaving California are headed for lower-cost western states, according to a survey by Claremont McKenna College’s Rose Institute and Kosmont Companies

Claremont McKenna College Selected to Enter Float in 2023 Rose Parade®

Claremont, Ca.- Claremont McKenna College (CMC) has been selected to participate in the 2023 Rose Parade® presented by Honda, celebrating the College’s recent diamond anniversary with a 55-foot-long float highlighting CMC’s stories and traditions.