Reconnect With The Whittier Community On The 2025 Poet4life Tour

May 1, 2025

Poet4Life Tour 2024 in ColoradoPoet4Life is hitting the road again this summer, bringing alumni together in cities across the country for casual yet meaningful gatherings.

Alumni of all ages are invited to reconnect with classmates and forge new connections with fellow Poets. Whether in private homes, coffee shops, or local restaurants, these events are more than just a reunion — they’re designed to strengthen the bonds that unite the Poet family.

“There’s something powerful about bringing Poets together in familiar and unexpected places,” said Director of Alumni Relations Ana Gutierrez ’96. “It’s not just about nostalgia — it’s about community, connection, and celebrating the lifelong impact of a Whittier education. We’re creating space for the stories, friendships, and energy that define the Poet4Life alumni experience.”

Mark your calendar, bring a friend, and attend an event near you. If you go, be sure to tag #Poet4Life!

POET4LIFE 2025 TOUR SCHEDULE & HOSTS

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June 12 – Downtown Los Angeles, CA
Hosted by Mike Swords ’92 and Joe McCarthy ’97
Venue: Arts District Brewing, 828 Traction Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90013

June 21 – Greater Seattle, WA
Hosted by Cindy Greenbaum ’80
Venue: At Cindy’s home in Kirkland, WA

June 22 – Pasadena, CA
Hosted by Kathleen Kane ’71
Venue: Valley Hunt Club, 520 S. Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105

June 28 – Orange County, CA 
Hosted by Jessica Robledo ’05
Venue: At Jessica's home in Yorba Linda, CA

July 12 – San Diego, CA
Hosted by Bill ’65 and Chris Pate
Venue: At their home in Coronado, CA

July 12 – Colorado Springs, CO
Hosted by the Colorado Regional Committee
Venue: JAKs Taproom, 7715 Dublin Blvd #160, Colorado Springs, CO 80923

July 26 – D.C. Metro Area, VA 
Hosted by Carol Simmons ’68
Venue: At Carol’s home in Alexandria, VA

August 2 – Inland Empire, CA 
Hosted by Hale ’93 and Cindy (Salac) ’92 LaBore
Venue: Mission Inn Hotel & Spa – California Lounge, 3649 Mission Inn Ave, Riverside, CA 92501

August 10 – Honolulu, HI
Hosted by Hawaii Regional Committee
Venue details coming soon

To learn more about how to get involved with alumni events, visit the alumni relations page, email alumni@whittier.edu or call 562.907.4222.

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