Opinion

Merit or Virtue Signaling? When Music Criticism Goes Too Far

Words by Oliver Schoening PZ ’27 The Grammy Awards, the biggest night of the year for fans and artists alike, are equally anticipated and subject to controversy. In fact, you may even have your own list of questionable wins and shocking snubs over the years. Off the top of my head, I can think of a few important snubs – Michael Jackson and Prince’s respective … Continue reading Merit or Virtue Signaling? When Music Criticism Goes Too Far

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Opinion

My Favorite Rom-Coms You Might Not Have Seen

Words and Graphic by Nozomi Shima PZ ’25 You’ve probably seen the classics: “When Harry Met Sally,” “My Big Fat Greek Wedding,” “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days,” “10 Things I Hate About You,” and all mainstream films of the like. Boy meets girl; they fall in love; miscommunications and adventures ensue before they ultimately find their way back to each other. The … Continue reading My Favorite Rom-Coms You Might Not Have Seen

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Opinion

In times like these, what do we owe each other?

By Sophie Myers PZ ‘27 Generally speaking, things are bad.  I believe most Pitzer students, and indeed most Americans who would label themselves “liberal” or “progressive,” are in at least vague agreement with me on this point, as they register our current political climate. Trump’s targeting of immigrants (including targeting of asylum seekers and refugees, and attempts to roll back birthright citizenship), his war on … Continue reading In times like these, what do we owe each other?

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Opinion

Love in the Time of Trump

Words by Maya Olson PZ ’25 and Spencer Wu-Chin PZ ’28 Graphic by Thea Riley PZ ’28, Ash Dirks SC ’28, Ginny O’Marah PZ ’28, Willa Umansky PZ ’27 As Valentine’s Day approaches, we thought about methods of resistance, and how to both build support and find joy in such times — the answer we kept coming to, in Guevarian fashion: love.   So, we asked … Continue reading Love in the Time of Trump

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News

Pitzer students banned from Pomona enter final Pitzer hearings

Words by Ben Lauren PZ ’25 After nearly four months, Pitzer College has begun the final stages of its judicial process for students banned from Pomona College campus for their alleged participation in the Oct. 7, 2024 takeover of Carnegie Hall. Over the past two weeks, the banned students completed their individual exploratory hearings where they met with Pitzer Assistant Dean of Residential Engagement and … Continue reading Pitzer students banned from Pomona enter final Pitzer hearings

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Creative, Essays

Chick flicks and politics: Dad, I love you.

Words by Madeleine Farr PZ’27 Graphic by Sonia Sidhu PZ ’28 One thing about my dad is that he loves “Fantastic Mr. Fox.”  He quotes it all the time (incorrectly) and sports pairs of socks with foxes on them. It’s sweet and makes sense for a guy like him. He appreciates the quick one-liners peppered throughout the movie, respects the animation’s artistry, and even dresses … Continue reading Chick flicks and politics: Dad, I love you.

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Culture

A Farewell to the Pitzer Pines: Pitzer community honors their legacy

Words By Iza Harris PZ ’26 and Outback Staff Graphic By Evie Burrows-White PZ ’26 On a cloudy Thursday, music echoed through the central Pitzer locale, the mounds, and resonated through the heart of Pitzer’s campus. The event was a celebration of the natural cycle of life and death. Students gathered to recognize these campus icons one last time — and what better way to … Continue reading A Farewell to the Pitzer Pines: Pitzer community honors their legacy

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Opinion

2025 Is the Year of the Crying-Laughing Emoji

By Oscar Ponteri CM ’27 Graphic by Ginny O’Marah SC ’28 I remember it vaguely. At first, it was just one isolated TikTok slandering skinny jeans, but soon, more and more started popping up, taking aim at side parts, boomerangs, and then, the crying-laughing emoji. A young woman—maybe a few years older than me—nodded her head along to some viral sound, pointing to a caption … Continue reading 2025 Is the Year of the Crying-Laughing Emoji

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News

With a New Campaign for Divestment, SJP is ‘back in full force’

By Ben Lauren PZ ’25 As Pitzer College’s Board of Trustees arrived for their first meeting of the semester on Feb. 7, they were confronted by dozens of letters addressed to Pitzer President Strom Thacker and the members of the Board awaiting them at their seats. The letters, handwritten and signed anonymously by members of Claremont Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP), are part of … Continue reading With a New Campaign for Divestment, SJP is ‘back in full force’

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