Pitzer College Campus Resources

The following offices and resources can be of assistance regarding academic and/or personal concerns including help with scheduling, study skills, time management techniques, tutoring, writing assistance, and personal counseling.

Your academic adviser can locate resources and help you develop strategies and options regarding academic problems. Make an appointment or stop by during scheduled office hours.

The John R. Rodman Arboretum

Under the Arboretum Manager’s direction, the Rodman Arboretum extends across the Pitzer campus. Of special note are the gardens which contain many species of plants native to the region.

Art Galleries/Exhibitions

909-607-8797 | Nichols Gallery, Broad Center and Lenzner Family Gallery, Atherton Hall
www.pitzer.edu/galleries

The Pitzer College Art Galleries’ mandate is Education and Advocacy through the Pitzer College core values-social responsibility, intercultural understanding, interdisciplinary learning, student engagement, and environmental sustainability. By following these precepts, Pitzer College Art Galleries engage and interrogate contemporary and historical issues of importance to expand our audiences’ understanding and contribution to our artistic, intellectual, and social culture. Through curatorial creativity and innovative programming, the Galleries seek to provide context, support, and a critical framework for artists and curators working today and, by doing so, inspire meaningful dialogue that fascinates, excites, and invigorates.

Athletics, Intercollegiate

Rains Center, Pomona College | 909-621-8420
http://sagehens.com/

The Pomona-Pitzer “Sagehens” field men’s and women’s teams in the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC) in NCAA Division III. The women’s teams include basketball, cross country, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, volleyball, and water polo. Men’s teams include baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, and water polo.

Athletics, Club Sports, Intramural & Recreational Sports

Rains Center, Pomona College | 909-621-8420
http://sagehens.com/

The Claremont Colleges have two Directors of Intramural, Club and Recreational Sports to assist club sports teams in scheduling fields and facilities for practice and competition. Club sports are those with organized intercollegiate competition but are not NCAA III sports in the SCIAC conference. To be eligible to use a Claremont College field or facility or to receive funding assistance from the associated student governments, all club sports must register with the Director of Intramural, Club and Recreational Sports. Contact the Pitzer-Pomona Director of Intramural, Club and Recreational Sports, Brandon Johnson, 909-621-8420 for more information.

ATM Machines

There is one ATM machine located on The Claremont Colleges at the Smith Campus Center, Pomona College. This machine is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Another ATM is located at the south entrance to the Honnold Cafe inside the Honnold Library.

Audio Visual Office - A/V

McConnell Hall (basement) | 909-607-2638 |
www.pitzer.edu/information-technology/services/av/

The Audio Visual Office provides technical in-class support to the Pitzer academic community. The office also houses a collection of DVDs, videos and other visual and audio resources. Titles in the collection can be viewed in the A/V office during open hours. The Audio Visual office is open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Please note the A/V office is not open on weekends.

Bloom (David) Memorial Garden

Dedicated April of 2003, Pitzer College created a place of natural beauty where family and friends may memorialize alumni, students, faculty, staff and special friends. The momentum to create such a space arose from the loss of a member of the Class of ‘85, David Bloom, who died while on assignment for NBC News covering the war in Iraq. The Garden serves as a wonderful spot to reflect and meditate amongst Pitzer’s natural surroundings. The David Bloom Memorial Garden is located on the northwest corner of campus adjacent to Broad Center.

Calendar of Events

To view the most up-to-date calendar of events, please visit www.pitzer.edu/events

Career Services

Scott Hall 126 | 909-621-8519 
www.pitzer.edu/career-services

Mission: Pitzer Career Services empowers and equips students and alumni to define and achieve post-graduate success as engaged, socially responsible citizens of the world. Career Services offers a comprehensive array of services, resources, and programs addressing career-related issues. Students should visit Career Services to work progressively and thoughtfully on mapping out a career plan (job, graduate school, fellowship, gap-year, travel, etc.) that will lead to a rewarding start to post-graduate life.

Services:

The Office of Career Services engages with students as they explore the types of careers that fit their interests, talents, and abilities, and as they equip themselves for professional life. The former includes one-on-one career advising, online resources, and opportunities for small and large group discussion and interaction. The latter includes assistance with targeting industries and companies/organizations, resumé and cover letters, practice interviews, graduate school applications, employer research, networking connections, internships and offer negotiations. To make the most of their experience, students should take full advantage of the resources and opportunities offered through Career Services early in their time at Pitzer.

Handshake and the Pitzer Professional Directory:

Handshake is the online Career Services Management platform that is shared by The Claremont Colleges. It lists hundreds of active jobs and internships, upcoming employer events and career workshops around the seven campuses. By uploading a resumé, Pitzer students can participate in On-Campus Recruiting (OCR) during the academic year to directly apply and interview for jobs at organizations focused on hiring students from The Claremont Colleges. For networking and informational interviewing, Pitzer students also have access to an online database of more than 5,000 Pitzer alumni and current Pitzer parents through the Pitzer Professional Directory. All students should make extensive use of these resources.

Internships and Pitzer Internship Fund

Internships during the academic year and summer are incredibly important experiential learning opportunities that can have a substantial impact on a student’s ability to achieve their post-graduation goals. Students should strive to have at least one and preferably two or more substantive internships during their time at Pitzer. Students search for internships through Handshake and numerous other tools and resources made available through Career Services. In addition to these sources, Career Services is always building relationships with Pitzer alumni, parents, and friends who specifically are looking to hire Pitzer students. Due to the generosity of many alumni and parent donors, Career Services also awards a limited number of stipends to Pitzer students each year through the Pitzer Internship Fund to support substantive summer internships that would otherwise be unpaid.

Office Hours and Appointments

The Career Services office is open Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the academic year and until 4:30 p.m. during the summer months. One-on-one appointments may be scheduled with a career adviser through Handshake, and daily walk-in hours are available for brief meetings to address quick career-related questions.

Catering Services

Catering is available from Dining Services, 909-607-9309, or the Grove House Food Services Manager and the kitchen staff, 909-607-3654.

Center for Asian Pacific American Students (CAPAS)

Mead Hall 123 | 909-607-9816
www.pitzer.edu/capas

CAPAS seeks to enrich and develop social, intellectual and personal growth in our students by providing Asian American resources as well as a welcoming, supportive environment. The Center aims to promote awareness about issues facing the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. The Center serves as an advocate for the AAPI community and promotes an educational dialogue that embraces the unique experiences of ethnic communities, part of the cultural fabric of our institution.

CAPAS provides a variety of resources to promote and enhance academic, cultural, social and political experiences for students. The center offers the following services: Asian American Resource Library, Bike Share Program, Community Engagement opportunities, Computer Stations, Programming (academic, cultural, political and social), Scholarships, Internships and Job Opportunities. In addition, we provide limited one-on-one support and use of the TV/DVD, study lounge, full bathroom, kitchen and outdoor patio. CAPAS is dedicated to diversity by involving all members of the community in its programs and activities.

Community Engagement Center (CEC)

Scott Hall | 909-607-8183  
www.pitzer.edu/cec/

CEC supports research and education that contributes to the understanding of critical community issues and enhances the resources of community organizations. We oversee community- based research projects and encourage experiential pedagogy through partnership with sites focused on issues such as immigration, homelessness, juvenile detention and literacy. We offer student summer internships, senior-year awards and post- graduate fellowships to assist student and faculty engagement in community.

Dean of Faculty Office

Scott Hall 115 and 108 | 909-621-8217
www.pitzer.edu/dean-of-faculty/

The Office of the Dean of Faculty oversees all matters related to the curriculum and instruction. Students are expected to discuss problems or concerns related to a course or a grade with the faculty member teaching the course. If the problem persists, the Dean of Faculty can assist in discussing and mediating a resolution.

Dining Services

McConnell Center | 909-607-2788
https://pitzer.cafebonappetit.com/

The dining program at Pitzer College provides excellent food service and flexible options. The food service staff at the McConnell Dining Hall is dedicated to making each student’s college dining experience convenient, economical and above all else, delicious! Refer to Dining Policies and Procedures.

Duplicating Services

Bernard 111 | 909-621-8461 | fax: 909-621-8839 
www.pitzer.edu/duplicating

Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. unless posted otherwise on the door. Duplicating provides a variety of services for faculty, staff and students. WE DO NOT PROVIDE BOOK OR NOTEBOOK COPY SERVICES. This can be done at the Lucian Marquis Library (coin operated). Purchase change in Duplicating Services.

Emergency Preparedness
www.pitzer.edu/emergency

Pitzer College, along with The Claremont Colleges, has in place an extensive emergency preparedness plan that includes emergency response, search and rescue, building inspections, etc. For further information on the plan, please contact the Dean of Students Office 909-621-8241 and/or the Director of Campus Facilities at 909-607-2226.

English Language Programs/ International Programs

West Hall | 909-621-8308

Established in 1977, Pitzer’s English Language Programs provide international students and professionals with training at the advanced levels of English proficiency. Programs include the Bridge Program for incoming international Pitzer students, and “Here, There and Back Again,” a global-local studies themed program in cooperation with Kobe Women’s University in Japan, the Claremont Study Abroad Program (CSA) for students interested in undertaking college-level work, the International Fellows Program (IF) in cooperation with the Peter F. Drucker/Masatoshi Ito Graduate School of Management. Staff provide a wide range of support services including a comprehensive orientation program, assistance with travel, visas, banking, etc., informal discussion groups, and assistance with campus life. The International Programs Office also houses the International Student Adviser (ISA). The ISA assists Pitzer students with questions or concerns about federal regulations regarding immigration and visa issues.

Financial Aid Office

McConnell 320 | 909-621-8208
www.pitzer.edu/financial-aid

If you have any questions about your financial aid, your eligibility for financial aid, or financing your education at Pitzer, the Financial Aid Office can answer them. The Financial Aid Office administers grants, loans and college work-study jobs and can help you interpret your bill, decode a letter from your loan service or provide a fee waiver for graduate school applications. Emergency loans for up to $100 are available on a short-term basis. The application form can be obtained and approved in the Financial Aid Office. Individual financial aid counseling is available by appointment. Please feel free to call or come by any time you have a question or problem with financing or financial aid.

Funding

For detailed specifics on event funding and possible funding sources, please refer to the section of the Student Handbook under Event Resources.

The Peter and Gloria Gold Student Health & Wellness Center (GSC)

909-607-7492
www.pitzer.edu/student-life/gold-student-center

The GSC aims to aid in the holistic development of students through Involvement in campus life. It not only houses the College’s gym, it features yoga and Pilates studios, a pool, the Shakedown Café, and is the main meeting space for several of the college’s clubs and student organizations including the Student Activities office and the Dolores Huerta Room, Latinx Student Union’s student space. With multi-purpose programing space, both indoors and out, the center is a hub of activity during the entire year.

Green Bike Program (GBP)

Pitzer Road

Founded by students in 2001, the GBP provides Pitzer students with free loaner bikes, encouraging eco-friendly transportation around the Claremont Colleges. The GBP began as an attempt to counter Los Angeles’ renowned car culture by encouraging people to use bikes, and by facilitating their accessibility for Pitzer students and their maintenance for the whole of The Claremont Colleges.

Grove House

This Craftsman-style house is located just north of Mead Hall and features the Grove House kitchen, the Women’s Center, the Hinshaw Art Gallery, the Bert Meyer Poetry Room, Eco Center, and several rooms suitable for meeting or just hanging out, as well as a beautiful garden adjacent to the house. The house is open every day and most evenings. Events such as open-mics, poetry and fiction readings, art openings, etc. are organized and scheduled by the Grove House Committee. Delicious original lunch entrees are prepared fresh each weekday and refreshments and vegetarian/vegan items are always available, including Grove House cookies.

Information Technology at Pitzer College

Help Desk: 909-607-3075 or email help@pitzer.edu
www.pitzer.edu/information-technology

All of the academic buildings on campus are interconnected via a fiber-optic based gigabyte speed network. The Pitzer network is also connected to The Claremont Colleges’ Inter Campus Network (ICN) providing access to systems located at the other Claremont Colleges, the Honnold/Mudd Library’s electronic services and a high-speed connection to the Internet. Students have access to the My Pitzer Web Portal at mycampus.pitzer.edu which features access to course schedules, grade information including unofficial transcripts and GPA projection, adviser and peer communication, room draw information and community features. Access to technology resource usage on campus (including access to the Internet) is available without charge to Pitzer students. Wireless network access is available at many locations on campus, using the 802.11b/g standard wireless cards. Please refer to the section entitled “Computer Use/Agreement” for all the rules and regulations of computer and network use at Pitzer, as well as “The Claremont Colleges General Guidelines for Appropriate Use of Information Technology and Network Resources.” Computer Center (Bernard Hall 103, 909-607-4998): The Bernard Hall computer is an open-use laboratory with Macintosh OSX and Dell Windows XP computers, laser printers, scanners and CD/DVD burners. These facilities are primarily intended for class papers/projects, electronic communications, instruction and research. The Macs are equipped with media production software. All computers are directly attached to the Pitzer College network. Each student is provided a modest allocation of free B/W or color laser printing. Additional printing is available for a nominal fee. The Bernard computer facility is accessible 24/7 via student ID card reader during the Fall/Spring semesters and is staffed by student consultants much of the time. Please refer to www.pitzer.edu/compfacilities for the current lab schedule of consultants on duty.

Computer Classroom (Broad Hall 213): The Kenneth and Jean Pitzer Computer Classroom has computers and an overhead projection system connected to the instructor’s station for demonstration purposes. The Social Sciences Statistics Laboratory in Broad Hall houses computers for use by Social Science faculty and students in statistical research and instruction. All of Pitzer’s classrooms are multi- media or “Technology Enabled” for faculty and students to use in classroom instruction and presentations. The Audio Visual office provides equipment for other on-campus events. A/V Requests can be made via email at avhelp@pitzer.edu

Fletcher Jones Language and Cultural Laboratory (Broad Hall 209, 909-607-4001): This laboratory offers Mac computers with software for learning languages and digital photography. Other media for learning languages is also available.

Residence halls are wired with access to the Pitzer network and the Internet. Information Technology staff provides network support for PC and Mac platforms for students living in the residence halls. Assistance is also available for students with various computer issues including: network connections, software installations, wireless registration and access, virus scanning, and basic hardware trouble-shooting. Each student is responsible for and required to protect their own computer from viruses and other malware. Pitzer provides virus protection software to students for free if needed. Further details about technology in the residence halls including Student User Agreement documentation and other regulations is available at: www.pitzer.edu/information-technology or by sending an email to help@pitzer.edu or calling 909-607-3065.

Lost and Found

Lost items may be claimed in the following locations: Facilities/McConnell Center Basement and the Office of Student Affairs. Items not claimed within thirty days may be disposed of.

Lucian Marquis Library and Reading Room

Mead Hall | 909-607-4311

For the convenience of students who wish to use a quiet, on-campus study room with basic reference materials, a browsing library and study room have been established in Mead Hall near the main entry. Reserve materials also are available.

Mail Center

Atherton Hall | 909-607-3827
www.pitzer.edu/mail-center

Each Pitzer student is assigned a mailbox.  Your box number will remain the same unless you take a leave or go abroad, in which case you will be assigned a new mailbox upon your return. The Mail Center has pick-ups for USPS, FedEx and UPS. An air bill can be paid and printed online. Once your packages are ready for shipment, bring them to the mail center and staff will arrange for a pick up. The Mail Center also receives packages from all delivery services and will sign for the package needing special handling. Campus and Inter-campus mail can be routed for no charge. A current student ID is required for mail and parcel pick up. Students are not permitted to pick up other student’s mail. The Mail Center is open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is closed on holidays.

New Resources Lounge

Mead Hall

The New Resources lounge provides a place for New Resource Students to study and relax. The lounge is equipped with a campus-networked computer, printer, small refrigerator, lockers and comfortable furniture.

The Office of Student Affairs (OSA)

Scott Hall 120 | 909-621-8241
www.pitzer.edu/student-life/student-affairs/ 

The Office of Student Affairs is the key source for information, advice, active support and programs for students. OSA helps students achieve their personal and collective goals in this residential community. The array of activities available is extensive enough to exhaust even the most energetic. OSA strives to make opportunities available for all students. OSA recognizes at times individuals may diverge from the standards of behavior that make living possible-even enjoyable. At such times, it is the task of OSA to address the individual and the behavior and to pursue such responses as are appropriate for the community. OSA provides much of the content and the context of the new students’ introduction to Pitzer, both during New Student Orientation and in on-going programs throughout the year. OSA offers assistance and referral for students’ problems as they arise. Through OSA’s role in the Academic Standards Committee, OSA tracks low grades and seeks to offer assistance and counsel if patterns of poor performance emerge. In the event of illness or personal crisis, at a student’s request, the associate dean of students may alert relevant faculty that classes and/or assignments may be missed or affected.

Pitzer Academic Support Services (PASS)

Scott Hall 120 | 909-607-0213
www.pitzer.edu/student-life/academic-support-services/

The primary mission of Pitzer College’s Academic Support Services (PASS) is to assist students in achieving academic success. PASS is committed to collaborating with Pitzer’s diverse community to ensure that all aspects of campus life - learning, working, and living -are accessible to all students. PASS provides resources, training, programming, collaboration and direct services to facilitate academic success, create inclusive environments and achieve access and equity.

PASS will seek:

• To provide appropriate accommodations and support services to ensure access, inclusive environments and academic success.
• To be an advocate for the needs of all students and embrace access as a matter of social justice.
• To serve as a resource for students who need information, additional assistance and referrals during their time at Pitzer.
• To assist the institution in interpreting federal and state legislation mandating appropriate accommodations for students with disabilities.

PASS provides a comprehensive amount of support services including academic coaching, tutoring, academic and housing accommodations, psychological assessments, crisis intervention, and academic resources to ensure that all students have full access to institutional life and are provided with resources to succeed academically.

Student Success and Wellness Plan

At Pitzer, we care about the well-being and success of students in and out of the classroom. During times that a student may be struggling with their wellness, the Pitzer Case Management Team may provide a student with a Student Success and Wellness Plan (SSWP) outlining a particular course of action in collaboration with the student.

A SSWP plan may include mandates and/or recommendations. The SSWP is an individualized and unique plan, based on demonstrated behavior of a student and never assigned based on actual or perceived disability. Students are encouraged to work in partnership on the contents of a SSWP and collaborate on the expectations before it is finalized.

Some examples of components of a SSWP include, but are not limited to:

• Regular meetings with a case manager, Assistant Dean of Students & Case Manager
• Participation in a specific treatment program for mental health or substance abuse recovery
• Refraining from alcohol and/or drug use
• Developing and following a care plan with a community provider or Monsour Counseling and Psychological Services (MCAPS)
• Reduction of the conduct at issue so that the student may safely participate in the campus community
• Ability to be an engaged and active member of the residential and academic community (demonstrating class attendance and participation)
• Specific expectations for reporting any needs or problems that the student is likely to encounter
• Referral to empowering student academic based resources (i.e. writing center, academic coach)

Depending on the student’s individualized needs and situation, some students may require more intensive options such as short-term care (wellness checks and temporary hospitalization) or long-term care (leave of absence or withdrawal from the College). In most cases, the Pitzer care team will work with a student and/or the student’s family to arrange a collaborative plan for short-term and long-term care. In certain limited cases based upon an individualized assessment, a student may be withdrawn from the College involuntarily under the authority of the dean.

Recreation Facilities and Fields

The Rains Center at Pomona College is a state- of-the-art recreation complex.  The Liliore Green Rains Center facilities are available for use by Pitzer students by presenting their Pitzer ID card at the door. There is no charge for Pitzer students. In addition, the Haldeman and Pendleton pools are available for use by Pitzer students at no charge with their ID card. Ducey Gymnasium at Claremont McKenna College requires a membership for which there is a charge, 909-607-2904. Various swimming pools are at the Colleges and are at Pomona, Scripps and Claremont McKenna Colleges. Each pool has its own schedule for open and lap swimming. Call 909-607-2905 for more information. Running tracks and fields at Pomona College and Claremont McKenna College can be used by students. The tennis courts at Pomona College and Claremont McKenna College, some with lighting for night play, are open for Pitzer student use. Other opportunities for recreation and exercise are offered within classes at Pomona College and at Claremont McKenna College in a number of areas, although academic credit is not available for Pitzer students. Some of the offerings include martial arts/self-defense, tennis, golf, swimming, aerobics and racquetball. Please check the course catalog for current offerings.

Registrar’s Office

Fletcher 102 | 909-607-2650
www.pitzer.edu/registrar

The Office of the Registrar is responsible for maintaining and updating all academic records. The office serves you in many ways.

• Academic adviser change
• Academic policy inquiries
• Address changes
• Course changes
• Course schedule information
• Degree requirements and graduation procedures
• Enrollment verification requests
• Leave of absence requirements and policy
• Registration of courses
• Transcript requests both official and unofficial
• The Registrar’s Office maintains most of the forms necessary to complete relevant academic matters.

Residence Life

East Sanborn Hall, C300 | 909-607-3132 
www.pitzer.edu/student-life/residence-life/

Residence Life, a part of the Office of Student Affairs, cultivates a safe and inclusive environment where students, staff and faculty continue to learn and interact through a variety of innovative programs, practices and services. Residence Life employs a variety of student staff members including Resident Assistants and Service Desk Workers. Residence Life also has a team of professional staff members who live in the residence halls, serve on-call, supervise the student staff members and administer housing and on-campus dining. Your RA and RD are great resources for questions about on-campus life, any issues in the residence halls and how the housing process works.

Contact us at:

• Associate Dean of Students and Director of Residence Life and Conference Services, Kirsten Carrier: 909.607.3896
• Assistant Director of Residence Life and Summer Programs, Josh Scacco: 909.607.4119
• Assistant Director of Residence Life and Housing, Valerie Schiro: 909.607.3132
• Residence Director of Pitzer, Atherton, and Sanborn Halls: Desireé Ross, 909.607.4118
• Residence Director of Mead Hall: Nick Flores, 909.607.4110
• Residence Director of West and East Halls: Priscilla Cobain-Perez, 909.607.9971

Room Reservations

www.pitzer.edu/facilities

See the Facilities and Campus Services web page for details. Requests should be made at least one week in advance.

Student Accounts Office

McConnell Center 320 | 909-621-8191 |
www.pitzer.edu/student-accounts

Student Accounts, which reports to the Office of the Treasurer, is responsible for the billing and collection of tuition, fees and incidental charges. Student Accounts processes payments, credits, refunds and charges; generates monthly statements; and assists students and their families in understanding basic aspects of their student account. Incidental charges and credits originate from departments across the College and The Claremont Colleges, such as parking citations, library fines, student health services charges and student housing fines.

Pitzer College offers payment options to assist students and families. Currently, we offer a Full Payment Plan and a Monthly Payment Plan. Students are required to complete the Pitzer College Payment Agreement form annually (due date subject to change).

Full Payment Plan - Payment for all regular charges (tuition, room, board and fees) is due prior to the beginning of each semester. First semester charges, less financial aid credits, if any, are due no later than August 20th. Second semester charges, less financial aid credits, if any, are due no later than January 20th. Payments received after the due date are subject to late payment fees ($50 per month).

Monthly Payment Plan - Annual charges may be paid in eight monthly installments, four each semester. For the fall semester, monthly installments are due August through November. There is a $50 payment plan fee per semester. For the spring semester, installments are due January through April. Monthly payments are due no later than the 20th of each month. Payments received after the due date are subject to late payment fees ($50 per month).

Please be aware that outstanding balances must be paid in full before you can return for the next semester. No student whose account is not current will be permitted to enroll or receive transcripts. More detailed information regarding tuition and fees may be found in the college catalog or Student Accounts website.

Student Clubs and Organizations at Pitzer

Student clubs and organizations are chartered by Student Senate and are open to all Pitzer students. For the most current information about student clubs and organizations, including contact information, please see www.pitzer.edu/student-senate/

5C Student Organizations

Many student organizations are organized across The Claremont Colleges and welcome the participation of Pitzer students. The most current list of organizations and information about who to contact is available at the ASPC Office at Pomona College’s Smith Campus Center or at www.pomona.edu/life-at-pomona/clubs

Study Abroad Programs

West Hall Q101 | 909-621-8104
www.pitzer.edu/study-abroad

Study Abroad is an important component of a Pitzer education. Pitzer has designed its own programs that are particularly appropriate for fulfilling Pitzer’s unique graduation guidelines with semester options in Pitzer in South Africa, China, Costa Rica, Nepal and two summer programs in Costa Rica and Japan. International exchange opportunities are available in Argentina, Australia, Botswana, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Ecuador, England, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Latvia, Mexico, Morocco, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, and Turkey. A limited number of spaces are allotted for other program options. Domestic exchange opportunities also allow students to spend a semester on the campus of one of several selected colleges in the US. The Study Abroad staff advises students on the options available, assists students through the application and pre-departure process and acts as a liaison between Pitzer students and the institutions that sponsor programs.

Students typically study abroad in the junior year or first semester of the senior year, although second semester sophomores may participate if spaces are available. Study abroad in the final semester of senior year is not recommended but will be considered on a case-by-case basis. First-year students may also be eligible for study abroad programs in the academic year with the approval of their academic adviser. All students may apply for summer programs.

Theater, Music and Dance

Through the Joint Music Program (Pitzer College/Claremont McKenna College/Harvey Mudd College/Scripps College), Pitzer students can audition for the Concert Choir, Chamber Choir and Claremont Chamber Orchestra. Call 909-607-3266 for further information. At Pomona College, Pitzer students are welcome to audition for a variety of performing groups, including the Symphony Orchestra, College Choir, Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Gamelan Ensemble and Chamber Music. Call 909-621-8155 for more information on these groups. To find out about theater possibilities at Pomona College, call 909-621-8186. For dance opportunities at Pomona call 909-607-3629 and for dance at Scripps College, call 909-607-2934. You can also “make your own” music. Student musicians can play at a number of venues throughout the different colleges, or form groups to perform on campus.

Title IX Coordinator

Broad Center 212 | 909-607-2958
www.pitzer.edu/title-ix/

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) prohibits sex-based discrimination in educational programs and activities at institutions that receive federal financial funding. Pitzer College is committed to providing an educational environment free from all forms of discrimination, including sex-based discrimination. Sexual harassment, which can include sexual violence, is a form of sex/gender discrimination. Pitzer College provides support and resources to students, faculty, and staff to prevent, stop, and remedy sex-based discrimination in all of its forms.

Pitzer College has designated a Title IX Coordinator, Corinne Vorenkamp, to assist the community regarding all forms of sex-based discrimination. Some of the responsibilities of the Title IX Coordinator include:

• Tracking and monitoring incidents and reports of sex discrimination/misconduct;
• Providing information on options and resources for complainants and respondents;
• Ensuring prompt, impartial, and equitable investigation and resolution of complaints; and
• Coordinating training, education, and prevention efforts.

Pitzer College encourages all members of our community to report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual misconduct, to the Title IX Coordinator or Complaint Officers.

Transportation

909-607-4321
www.pitzer.edu/transportation/

Pitzer College has four mini-vans which seat seven people each, including the driver. The vans may be used in support of the College’s academic program, for administrative purposes and for approved student activities. Charges are incurred for use and per mile. Programs must provide/ arrange for their own driver(s). The vans may only be driven by persons approved by the Office of Risk Management to drive college vehicles. Persons who have not been approved may not drive the vans. For information about becoming an approved driver, or for a list of persons already approved, please contact the Office of Human Resources. Please submit requests at least 72 hours in advance for van reservations. You will be sent an email once the status of the reservation has been confirmed.

Writing Center

Mead Hall 131 | 909-607-4321
www.pitzer.edu/writing-center

The Writing Center is a free service provided to all Pitzer students. Writing Center Fellows are trained to work with student writers across the disciplines at any stage of the writing process, from brainstorming ideas to developing an effective revision strategy. Tutors include undergraduate students from a variety of academic disciplines. Our trained staff members are ready to help with any number of writing projects, including class papers, application essays, resumes, cover letters and personal writing projects such as poems and short stories. The primary goal of the Center is to help students become more skilled and confident writers. To achieve this goal, tutors strive to meet the individual needs of students by assisting with overall organization and idea development as well as basic grammar and mechanics. The Center also organizes afternoon workshops and master classes that provide advanced instruction in specific writing genres and address some of the most common writing challenges of college students.