Fulbright Association Claremont Consortium: Connect, Learn, Engage

Mental Health Matters: A Collective Effort

The Speaker Forum on Mental Health Matters: A Collective Effort brought together parents, faculty, and students of the Claremont Colleges and Fulbright Alumni for a collaborative effort to highlight the discussion of mental health during World Mental Health Day! The speakers explored a broad range of topics from genetics for the betterment of mental health, crisis management, youth mental health, and the dynamics of the parent-student relationship. Dr. Lawrence Palinkas discussed youth mental health in our evolving world and how factors such as COVID, climate change, technology, school violence, social deprivation, and limited access to services have greatly affected mental health. Kurt Jose, Founder & CEO of IndiviDx, a biotech laboratory specializing in personalized medicine, discussed how mental health management can benefit from being personalized and precise. He believes mental health care should be guided by the individual’s data. William Johnson, a clinician from Kaiser Permanente, elaborated on how parents can properly prepare students for crises, disasters, and unknowns, as well as preparing them for the transition to adulthood. Christian Santana, a student case manager, highlighted the Strive2Thrive program at Pitzer College and its mental health services. Overall the event opened several new discussions and informed the families with the tools needed! 

 

Kenneth Butler (Treasurer), William Johnson, Dr. Lawrence Palinkas, Kurt Jose, Christian Santana, Dr. Edel Jose

Dr. Lawrence Palinkas, UCSD School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science

Kurt Jose, Founder & CEO of IndiviDx

 William Johnson, Kaiser Permanente

Christian Santana, Strive2Thrive, Pitzer College

Reimagining Incarceration: Forging Paths Forward

The Claremont Consortium Chapter held its inaugural speaker forum centered on justice reform on May 2, 2025 at Pitzer College. The event highlighted the Inside-Out BA Pathway program at the California Rehabilitation Center, which serves incarcerated individuals, as well as rehabilitation efforts in fire camps, executive clemency, and related policy analysis.

Fulbright Association Claremont Consortium Chapter President Dr. Edel Jose opened the forum and served as moderator. Several distinguished guests were in attendance including Claremont Mayor Corey Calaycay, Claremont Police Chief Mike Ciszek, and Pitzer College President and Fulbright alumnus Strom C. Thacker. Congresswoman Norma Torres and Congresswoman Judy Chu honored the speakers and the Fulbright Claremont Consortium Chapter with Congressional Certificates commending their work and dedication to Justice Reform.

The panel featured Professor Nigel Boyle, Professor of Political Studies at Pitzer College; Professor Charis Kubrin, Professor of Criminology, Law and Society from the University of California Irvine; Professor Daniel Pascoe from the School of Law City University of Hong Kong; and Lieutenant Anthony Banks, Camp Commander Malibu Conservation Camp #13.

The forum took place during Pitzer College’s Community Weekend 2025—a special event that unites alumni, families, students, faculty, and staff for a weekend of celebration. It also marked the retirement of Professor Nigel Boyle, honored at The Parting Glass event, which celebrated his 33-year legacy at Pitzer. For 20 of those years, he served as the Fulbright advisor, helping Pitzer become one of the nation’s top-producing institutions for Fulbright scholars for 16 consecutive years.

Chapter President Dr. Edel Jose opening remarks

Treasurer Kenneth Butler discussing the Inside-Out-Pathways to BA Program at Pitzer College

Professor Daniel Pascoe from the School of Law City University of Hong Kong

 

President Dr. Edel Jose, Fulbright Director Prof. Nigel Boyle, Treasurer Kenneth Butler, Dr. Daniel Pascoe

Professor Nigel Boyle founder of the Inside-Out-Pathways to BA Program at Pitzer College

Professor Charis Kubrin Professor of Criminology, Law and Society from the University of California Irvine

Lieutenant Anthony Banks, Camp Commander Malibu Conservation Camp #13

Prof. Kubrin, Dr. Charis Kubrin, Dr. Edel Jose, Kurt Jose, Mayor Corey Calaycay, Dr. Daniel Pascoe 

President Dr. Edel Jose, Fulbright Director Prof. Nigel Boyle, Treasurer Kenneth Butler, Dr. Daniel Pascoe

Fulbright Association Claremont Consortium: Connect, Learn, Engage

The Fulbright Association Claremont Consortium Chapter provides a diverse opportunity for networking, professional development, and cultural enrichment. Fulbrights, visiting scholars, and Friends of Fulbright become part of a supportive and collaborative community fostering an exchange of knowledge. We have a wide range of events from speaker forms, networking events, consular corp collaborations, and our annual Winter Gala! Join us for upcoming events, meet the board members, become active in the chapter, and meet the Fulbright community! 

Membership is open to all Fulbright alumni, current and past participants, as well as friends and supporters of Fulbright. We welcome anyone interested in promoting international education, advocacy, and service. By selecting the Claremont Consortium Chapter and joining the Fulbright Association, members directly impact the chapter and its resources. You will have access to chapter events, opportunities, and news, as well as all the numerous benefits available through the association. Welcome to the Fulbright Association Claremont Consortium Chapter! 

Top Producing Fulbright Institution

Pitzer College Continues Streak as Top Fulbright Producer for 2024-25

Pitzer College again places high this year among top producers of Fulbright students, according to the U.S. Fulbright Program announcement. This marks the 16th consecutive year that Pitzer College has been recognized with this achievement.

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