Learn Our History

Join Claremont McKenna College as we celebrate, reflect on our vibrant 75-year history, and look toward the future. The CMC Archives Digital Repository comprises a wide array of images, documents, and audiovisual files, spanning eight topical areas such as Campus and Student Life, People, Events, and Documents, to name a few.

In addition to the special collections, the Archives houses online exhibits on topics including The Founding of a Men’s College, Transition to Coeducation, Architecture and Public Art, and Presidents of CMC.

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Thanks to the 12,269 donors of the record-breaking Campaign for CMC: Responsible Leadership and guided by an unwavering commitment to our founding mission, CMC's evolution, growth, and success will endure for future generations of responsible leaders in business, government, and the professions.

We seek to build upon our incredible foundation and further elevate the CMC experience, expand opportunities, and impact the lives of our students. Your continued support is incredibly powerful—and there is still so much to be done for our community.

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