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Math Celebration at Caltech Builds Community
07/05/2024

Math Celebration at Caltech Builds Community

Ann Motrunich
A public math fair in celebration of the 30th birthday of the American Institute of Mathematics drew hundreds of families to Caltech's campus.
A crowd of families stands under trees and shade umbrellas on campus
Caltech Float Brings "Space for Everyone" to LA Pride Parade
06/27/2024

Caltech Float Brings "Space for Everyone" to LA Pride Parade

Julia Ehlert
Caltech community members embodied queer joy and a passion for STEM with Caltech’s first-ever float in the LA Pride Parade.
Sofia Fatigoni and Riccardo Caniato on the Caltech float
Jonathan Lunine Appointed Chief Scientist of NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory
06/06/2024

Jonathan Lunine Appointed Chief Scientist of NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory

In his new role, Lunine’s leadership will be critical in fostering an environment of scientific innovation and excellence, ensuring that JPL remains at the forefront of discovery.
A person with a tie smiles for a photo
Subra Suresh Joins Caltech's Board of Trustees
06/04/2024

Subra Suresh Joins Caltech's Board of Trustees

Davin Malasarn
Subra Suresh, the Vannevar Bush Professor of Engineering Emeritus at MIT and president of the Global Learning Council, an education-focused innovation platform, begins his service as a Caltech trustee this month.
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Caltech Students Honored with Community Education Award
05/14/2024

Caltech Students Honored with Community Education Award

Ann Motrunich
For three years, Caltech students have tutored participants in the Young Legends program created by the San Gabriel Valley Section of the National Council of Negro Women. To honor this service, the organization conferred its Community Education Award on ASCIT, the Associated Students of Caltech.
Caltech student tutors (left to right) Tisya Rawat, Miina Anvelt, and Gabi Twombly join SGV-NCNW President Marie Thermidor (right), surrounded by a purple and gold balloon arrangement
Caltech Restores Standardized Test Requirement for Undergraduate Admission
04/11/2024

Caltech Restores Standardized Test Requirement for Undergraduate Admission

All first-year undergraduate applicants, beginning in fall 2024, must submit SAT or ACT scores as part of their application.
standardized test form and pencil
Caltech Congratulates 315 Admitted Students
03/28/2024

Caltech Congratulates 315 Admitted Students

Julia Ehlert
On Saturday, March 9, Caltech released its final round of undergraduate admissions letters.
Caltech sign
Brinson Exploration Hub Launches New Frontier for Science and Engineering
03/21/2024

Brinson Exploration Hub Launches New Frontier for Science and Engineering

Seeded with a $100 million gift, the Brinson Hub will test new ways to do research in fields ranging from earth and planetary science to astrophysics to engineering
Brinson Hub ceremony
NVIDIA Founder and CEO Jensen Huang to Give Caltech's 130th Commencement Address
02/27/2024

NVIDIA Founder and CEO Jensen Huang to Give Caltech's 130th Commencement Address

Jensen (Jen-Hsun) Huang, Founder and CEO of technology company NVIDIA will deliver the keynote address at Caltech’s 130th Annual Commencement Ceremony on June 14, 2024.
Jensen Huang
Learners Connect Across Pasadena
02/12/2024

Learners Connect Across Pasadena

Ann Motrunich
Caltech students share math and science skills in Rise tutoring program
A person leans over a smiling child seated at a table