The Hive

Game/Trivia Night
2024-09-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Join us for the Hive’s Game/Trivia Night! Test your knowledge on a variety of topics, from pop culture to Hive lore, in a fun, collaborative environment. Or, relax with friends over cards or Catan! Enjoy friendly competition, snacks, beverages, and prizes. It’ll be a blast – we hope to see you there!
RSVP Recommended – Click here to Register!

Design Thinking Crash Course
2024-09-19 16:30 - 18:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Design thinking is a way to uncover unmet human needs by rapidly generating many potential solutions, creating prototypes, and testing your designs. This fast-paced, hands-on experience gives you a memorable exploration into designing something amazing. A great introduction to the highly-sought-after full course, Human-Centered Design, this course gives students a little taste of what we offer at the Hive!
RSVP Required — Click here to register!

Maker Market + Tiny Patio Concert
2024-09-27 15:00 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Two beloved Hive series in one day?!? You betcha: Tiny Patio + Maker Markets!!!
Students connect, sharing and selling their art of all kinds. Jam out to fresh new music made by your peers, discover unique arts and crafts, and support Claremont’s creative community.
RSVP Recommended — Click here to register!

Startup Salon
2024-09-30 19:00 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Curious about startups? Interested in how founders channel their creativity, talents, and grit to tackle problems that matter? Join us for an evening of candid conversation with successful venture capital investor Miles Bird and venture-backed CEO Sunil Rajaraman! Hear their stories, ask your questions, and connect with inspiring change-makers from the the Claremont Colleges!

Miles Bird — Claremont McKenna College ’13

Miles Bird CMC’13 is the Founder and Managing Partner of StoryHouse Ventures, a VC that backs the brightest entrepreneurs from the Claremont Colleges ecosystem tackling big problems with revolutionary solutions. Before StoryHouse, Miles spent a decade as an investor at Silicon Valley venture capital firms and was the first hire at startup accelerator K50. He led early investments in companies like fintech unicorn Alloy, HR automation leader CodeSignal, and Gabi (acquired by Experian). Miles’ entrepreneurial journey started as a student at the Claremont Colleges. He took a leave between his sophomore and junior years to found Khan Investment Management, an investment and advisory group focused on Mongolia-related equities. Upon returning, he founded the Randall Lewis Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Claremont McKenna College.
Sunil Rajaraman —

Sunil Rajaraman is the Founder of Hamlet, a company that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to make public information easier to understand. Hamlet’s starting point is extracting key data from City Council and Planning Commission meetings to make it easier to understand how cities make decisions on real estate development. Prior to Hamlet, Sunil co-founded Scripted.com, a marketplace for businesses to hire freelance writers. Scripted was acquired in 2017, and raised $20M from Crosslink Capital, Redpoint Ventures and others. Sunil was on the Founding Team of Radiance Labs, which sold to Bloomreach in 2023 – Radiance Labs was backed by NEA and Foundation Capital. Sunil owned and operated The Bold Italic, a local San Francisco publication, which he sold to Medium in 2019. He has held executive roles, including CMO of Metromile, and VP of Marketing at GoodRx. Sunil’s writing has appeared in Forbes, Fortune, The Information Techcrunch and others. He once ran one of the top 200 podcasts in the US. Sunil resides in Orinda, CA where he serves on a public commission.
RSVP Required – Click here to register!

Leatherworking
2024-10-01 17:30 - 19:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
This comprehensive workshop introduces basic leatherworking techniques for all skill levels. Guided by Danny Becker, a local craftsman, you’ll learn cutting, stitching, embossing, burning, and finishing. Create unique leather items and develop skills to continue your leatherworking passion!
RSVP Required — Click here to register!

Resume + Portfolio Workshop
2024-10-08 16:30 - 18:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Calling all future Creatives, Artists, Designers, Writers, and Freelancers! Whether you’re dreading the task of building your resume and portfolio, or already well on your way, this session is for you. With the guidance of Rebecca Ustrell, the founder of Curious Publishing, get inspiration, advice and share feedback with peers as you build your resume and portfolio.
Rebecca Ustrell is an artist, educator, writer, and documentarian in the Inland Empire of Southern California. In 2018 after a long period of creative burn-out, she leaned into her lifelong passion for printed ephemera and founded Curious Publishing, a non-profit artbook publishing company which focuses on archiving stories and creating wealth by supporting queer, BIPOC, and femme creatives through small-run artbooks, zines, and print collections. She was the 2023-24 Activist Artist in Residence for the Community Engagement Center at Pitzer College, and is currently Event Coordinator for Museum Arts & Culture at the City of Ontario.

RSVP Require — Click here to register!

The Giggle Gala
2024-10-10 19:00 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Ready for a comedy show with pro comics? Want to try your hand at comedy or just enjoy an evening of hilarious entertainment? Come out for an incredible lineup of professional comics and talented 7C comedians, including Prof. J Finley! Lottery spots for 2-minute sets open at 6:30 pm.

Mateen Stewart is a Los Angeles-based stand-up comedian, actor, and writer. Originally from Detroit, Michigan. Mateen has performed stand-up comedy at numerous clubs and colleges. He’s a regular at The World Famous Laugh Factory and The Hollywood Improv where he hosts his weekly show “Late for Work”. He has also appeared on television shows such as Coming to the Stage, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and HBO’s Funny or Die Presents. Mateen is known for his energetic and engaging performances, as well as his ability to connect with audiences through his personal stories and unique perspective. He has been praised for his sharp writing and delivery, as well as his ability to tackle difficult topics with humor and sensitivity. He’s co-host and executive producer of Voyage Media’s podcast “Scumbags of History” and he tours the country with his show “Comical Race Theory.”
RSVP Recommended — Click here to register!

Startup Studio
2024-10-17 19:00 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Try your hand at tackling a real-world problem with a real-world startup! Space is extremely limited for this intimate view into how a startup team works through ambiguous challenges. With the mentorship of an experienced entrepreneur, Jane Liu, you’ll get the opportunity to learn how they think and work, and maybe even develop a solution that will change the world!

Jane Liu — CEO & co-founder, tenured professor of Chemistry
Jane Liu is CEO & co-founder of BRT Biotechnologies, Inc., (BRT) and a tenured professor of chemistry at Pomona College. Jane has worked as a biochemist for 20+ years, with 20 publications and multiple awards for her leadership, teaching and research. As the CEO of BRT, she has organized a complementary team of scientists, consultants, and advisors, filed a PCT application for the company’s platform technology, BRiTeCycle, and raised over $350,000 in capital (including an institutional investor). At Pomona, her research program on microbial gene regulation has received grants from the NIH, the NSF, and the Dreyfus Foundation. Jane holds a BA from Swarthmore College and a PhD from Harvard University.
RSVP Required — Click here to register!

Creative Policy Design for Social Change
2024-10-22 18:00 - 19:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Students are introduced to innovative approaches to policy design aimed at addressing social justice issues through a human-centered approach with Ph.D. Student, Tiffany Shao. Participants engage in group activities, discussions, and brief lectures to develop policies that are responsive to community needs, culturally sensitive, and grounded in evidence.

Tiffany Shao is a Ph.D. student in the Psychology program at Claremont Graduate University. Her research primarily focuses on topics at the intersection of law and psychology, specifically how racial attitudes, stereotypes, and prejudice influence decisions made in the criminal legal system. She is committed to exploring innovative approaches for crafting evidence-based policies that are responsive to community needs
RSVP Required — Click here to register!

Halloween Costumes + Candy
2024-10-24 09:00 - 2024-10-31 19:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Trick or treat! Need a last-minute Halloween costume? Come to our making spaces to get inspiration, explore materials, and create your costume!
RSVP Recommended — Click here to register!

Designing for a Regenerative Civilization
2024-10-25 16:30 - 18:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
As part of the 7C Resolana Series, this session shares an overview of Cultural Creativity and explores the question “What does building a regenerative ecological society look like?” Through making, team collaboration, learning prompts, and employing different tools at the Hive, we’ll explore how a movement of makers can contribute toward a socially just, wise, and regenerative world. Topics are facilitated through a transdisciplinary and community-based learning approach. The 7C Resolana Series, sponsored by the Chicano Latino Student Affairs (CLSA) and the Hive, explores ecological thought, design, and practice.
Joe Garcia (he, him) is an Adjunct Professor of Community Based Learning at the University of New Mexico, and is the Coordinator of the NSF STEM Scholars program at its School of Engineering. After living in California and receiving his MA in Culture, Ecology and Sustainable Communities at the New College of California, Joe moved to New Mexico to connect with the land of his ancestors, and to learn from plants and the Earth how to be human on the Earth. A self-identified Chicano, he most cherishes the ancestral knowledge, wisdom, and lived experience that have allowed him to learn, know, and do. He is currently pursuing an MA in Transdisciplinary Analysis at CGU and leads the Resolana Series, a learn-by-doing community space that brings together Ecological Thought, Design and Practice.
RSVP Required — Click here to register!

UX Career Panel
2024-10-29 16:30 - 18:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
User Experience is a growing field, rapidly changing with the development of new technology. In this panel discussion, you’ll hear from Claremont alumna Peri Cuppens, Leona Das, and Jordan Hunt, who have built their careers in the UX field. Learn about what they love, what they fear, and their advice for current students interested in UX careers.

Peri Cuppens — Pitzer College ’19

After graduating from Pitzer College in 2019 with a degree in Organizational Studies and 4-years of Pomona-Pitzer soccer under her belt, Peri Cuppens’ journey with Human-Centered Design at the Hive began! While working with the amazing people at the Hive as a Post-Baccalaureate Associate, Peri supported building out “Designing Your Team”, a collaborative team-building program created with design thinking principles. After Peri’s amazing ~1 year with the Hive, she travelled to Edinburgh, Scotland to complete a master’s degree in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. While at the University of Edinburgh Business School, Peri was able to take part in a Human-Centered Design course and do an internship with a 3D imaging medical product design company. These experiences made clear to Peri that innovation, design, and healthcare were major areas of interest for a career trajectory. With this in mind, once Peri returned to the US after graduating with her master’s, she moved to San Francisco to begin working for Kaiser Permanente (Northern California Region), first in the Regional Portfolio Management Office and most recently as an Experience Designer for NCAL Consumer Experience. Peri uses HCD in her day to day work as her projects range from designing and implementing solutions for vaccination access, holding focus groups and interviews to better understand the needs of our members and patients, and testing the use of predictive Machine Learning algorithms to drive action and improve member and patient experience.

Leona Das — Scripps College ’23

Leona is a recent graduate of Scripps College, where she majored in Environmental Analysis with a minor in Human-Centered Design. During her time at the 5Cs, she worked at the Hive, helping to consolidate and publish the Hive’s curricular offerings. Leona began her design journey during a gap year, serving as the sole designer for a small web consulting startup. Now, as a product designer on the Growth team at Slack, she focuses on crafting data-driven user experiences that enhance engagement and drive adoption.

Jordan Hunt — Pomona College ’22

Hi there, I’m Jordan (PO ‘22)! While at Pomona, I studied Sociology and Africana Studies with an emphasis on research. Alongside my coursework, I was also a Mellon Mays Research Fellow which was pivotal in discovering my love for research and serving diverse communities. I’m currently working at Hungryroot as their UX Researcher but previously interned as a researcher Affirm as well. Excited to chat about my experience in the industry so far!

RSVP Required — Click here to register!

Pumpkin Decorating Party
2024-10-30 18:30 - 20:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Pumpkin decorating is a fun way to add a festive look to your space for Halloween. FALL in love with decorating your very own pumpkin and listening to spooky tunes alongside friends.
RSVP Recommended — Click here to register!

Sparkathon
2024-11-09 09:00 - 19:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Join one of the most anticipated and largest student design-thinking case competitions in southern California! Bring a group of friends to solve societal challenges and win cash awards in a fun, immersive, one-day event.
RSVP Required — Click here to Register!

Stuffed Animal Making
2024-11-12 18:30 - 20:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Whether for yourself or a friend, come make stuffed animals with us in the Sewing Shed! In this beginner-friendly sewing experience, participants will gain basic hand-sewing knowledge and techniques, and take home a furry felted friend!
RSVP Recommended — Click here to register!

Maker Market + Tiny Patio Concert
2024-11-15 15:00 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Two beloved Hive series in one day?!? You betcha: Tiny Patio + Maker Markets!!!
Students connect, sharing and selling their art of all kinds. Jam out to fresh new music made by your peers, discover unique arts and crafts, and support Claremont’s creative community.
RSVP Recommended — Click here to register!
Vendor sign up here

Mini Terrariums
2024-11-19 18:30 - 20:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Feel the growth in this hands-on experience! Learn plant selection, soil and substrate types, arrangement, and care. Discover how to maintain a mini ecosystem over time. Under terrarium artisan Joel Rendon’s guidance, create a self-sustaining garden in glass and gain skills to continue your terrarium-making journey.
RSVP Required — Click here to register!

Cookie + Card Decorating
2024-12-04 18:30 - 20:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Kick off the holiday season by making something special for those you like, love, and care about. Join us for some fun holiday cookie and cardmaking. We’ll have a jolly good time!
RSVP Recommended — Click here to register!

Qigong: The Nine Phases of Qi Cultivation
2024-12-05 17:30 - 19:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Qigong encompasses numerous ancient Chinese energy healing practices. Translated as “Life Force Cultivation,” it involves gentle, meditative movement and breathwork for overall wellness, improved immune functioning, and a sense of well-being and wholeness. Let’s move and meditate together!

Lee Conger — Certified Teacher of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi
Lee has been leading sessions since 2011 in Los Angeles at Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center (where he worked as a psychotherapist, 1998-2020); the Ortiz Taylor House (Historic-Cultural Monument #1144); Metabolic Studio’s Anabolic Monument and Under Spring; Micheltorena Community Garden (via the Silver Lake Time Bank); and a secret, secluded hillside in Silver Lake (Shhh!). He moved to Claremont in October 2023 and is now teaching weekly at the Pomona College Organic Farm and Bethel UCC in Ontario.
Lee’s teachers have included Roger Jahnke, OMD (founder of the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi), Margaret Flynn, Susan Quon, Marvin Smalheiser (founder in 1977 of Tai Chi Magazine), and his own students.
RSVP Recommended — Click here to register!

Intro to Block Printing
2025-01-23 18:00 - 19:30 | CA
Discover the art of block printing in this hands-on making experience! You’ll learn how to design, carve, and print your own unique patterns on paper. We’ll provide all the tools and materials you need, including blocks, inks, and printing surfaces. You can also bring your own fabric or paper if you’d like. Open to all skill levels—no prior experience needed.
RSVP Required — Click to Register!

Lunar New Year Lantern Making
2025-01-30 17:30 - 19:00 | CA
Join us in making paper lanterns to celebrate Lunar New Year: the Year of the Snake! These lanterns symbolize happiness and hope for a bright future and make a charming addition to your décor for this holiday. Snacks and drinks will be provided!
RSVP Recommended — Click to Register!

Mindfulness for Changemakers
2025-02-03 17:30 - 18:30 | CA
You’re trying to make a positive impact in the world, but goodness! Are you supposed to feel this depleted? Scattered? Dejected? Come practice mindful breathing, walking, eating, and listening in community. We’ll get grounded, reconnect with ourselves, and nourish our spirits to keep us going for the long run. No experience needed; please arrive on time 🙂
RSVP Required — Click to Register!

Print Lab Skill Share
2025-02-11 18:30 - 20:30 | CA
RSVP Required — Click to Register!

Toolbox Skill Share
2025-02-12 18:30 - 20:00 | CA

StoryHouse Ventures Startup Salon
2025-02-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Commons — The Hive, 130 E 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Curious about startups? Interested in how founders channel their creativity, talents, and grit to tackle problems that matter? Join us for an evening of candid conversation with StoryHouse Ventures’ Josh Tatum, and venture-backed CEO Mike Gose! Hear their stories, ask your questions, and connect with inspiring change-makers from the Claremont Colleges!
RSVP Required — Click to Register!
Mike Gose is the founder of Trusyft. Trusyft is an AI-enabled platform that allows tax professionals to instantly visualize complex structures at the click of a button. Prior to launching Trusyft, Mike spent about a decade as a CPA serving family offices on their tax and estate planning needs at firms such as EY and Andersen. He graduated from CMC in 2015.

Josh Tatum is a proud CMC alumnus with a degree in Economics and Data Science. He is the Co-Founder and Principal of StoryHouse Ventures, an early-stage venture firm investing in and propelling the Claremont entrepreneurial ecosystem. Prior to helping launch StoryHouse, Josh worked in corporate finance for Apple, as well as in data science and business operations roles for the LA Dodgers and parking app startup SpotHero.

Cupid's Tiny Patio Concert
2025-02-14 18:30 - 20:30 | CA
Inspired by the beloved NPR series but with a Hive-y twist, Tiny Patio is a bite-sized outdoor concert showcasing Claremont student musicians. Join us to jam out to some live tunes and support our local music community!
RSVP Recommended — Click to Register!

Sewing Shed Skill Share
2025-02-16 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-24 18:30 - 20:30 | CA

Creative Nonfiction Workshop
2025-02-20 18:30 - 20:00 | CA
Find us where the plain truth meets the literary device spice! We’ll explore and practice how creativity can turn a list of facts into a vibrant, memorable story. Whether you’ve been carrying a story you need to tell or you’re seeking the core of your next personal statement, we can help. Come try it out 🙂
RSVP Required — Click to Register!

DIY Crash Course!
2025-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
Let artist and DIY enthusiast Kid Garcia (@kidpomona) show you some DIY art basics and learn about its punk roots at the same time! Delve into zine making, printing, and using free online/local resources to allow your creativity to keep flowing while still being budget friendly. The best age to start creating art is LITERALLY right now!
RSVP Recommended — Click to Register!

Kid (@kidpomona) is a lifelong Pomona resident, veteran punk, seasoned graphic designer, and as of today, excited workshop facilitator! They have done everything from designing flyers for Goldenvoice , booking punk gigs, helping found a music festival (Viva! Pomona), and being a small business owner (3-bit Games). He hopes to inspire new artists and uncover the confidence inside each of them to create!
