Have you ever watched a magical movie or read a fantasy book and wished that you could have the power to wield a magic wand? The idea of being able to cast spells, create illusions, and make things appear or disappear with just a flick of your wrist is truly captivating. The concept of the magic wand has been around for centuries, but its popularity has not faded. In fact, it has become one of the most iconic symbols of magic and sorcery. From fairy tales to Harry Potter, the magic wand has played a central role in countless stories and has captured the imagination of people of all ages. The power of a magic wand lies in its ability to channel and manipulate magical energy. It is believed that every object, living or non-living, has its own unique energy or aura.

Athletics and Recreation at Scripps

The Claremont Colleges approach their athletics programs in a unique way: by splitting them into two, thus forming the “Sixth Street Rivalry” after the narrow road that divides CMS (Claremont-Mudd-Scripps) and Pomona College (Pitzer shares their athletics with Pomona to form Pomona-Pitzer, but happens to be on the same side as CMS). CMS Athletics is one of the most dominant Division III programs on the West Coast, having most recently defended their national women’s tennis title whilst ranking highly weekly for nearly every sport out of the 21 offered. The men’s teams play under the Stags mascot, while the women’s teams are known as the Athenas.

The Athenas and Stags train primarily at Claremont McKenna’s campus, where facilities like Roberts Pavilion, Axelrod Pool, Pritzlaff Field, etc. act as the “home” location for competitive matches. Non-varsity athletes also have access to these spaces, as Roberts Pavilion serves as a gym and recreational space for all CMS students, hosting group fitness classes, intramurals, and club sports. CMS Recreation offers a variety of intramurals every semester, from inner tube water polo to dodgeball to cornhole; they also have trivia every Thursday (which I co-host with another Scripps junior)! Opened in 2016, Roberts boasts 144,000 square footage across three levels, with large exercise rooms on the first floor along with a two-story fitness studio that boasts a view of the San Gabriel mountains.

The Tiernan Field House is the Scripps gym and proudly demonstrates a commitment to emphasizing emotional wellness in addition to physical fitness. Tiernan hosts weekly events- Mindfulness Mondays, Destress Tuesdays/Thursdays, SRH (Sexual/Reproductive Health) Wednesdays, and Feel Good Fridays- in order to prioritize the mental well-being of students, as well as provide an educational, safe space for the community to come together. The Field House also oversees the Scripps Green Bike Program, which “collects and repairs unwanted bikes and rents them to Scripps students, faculty, and staff”, according to the Field House bike policy. Tiernan is also home to the Scripps pool, a resort-like oasis that serves as a retreat on sunny days.

The Ronald and Maxine Linde Activities Center (LAC) is the wellness and physical hub at Harvey Mudd’s campus. The LAC is outfitted with a gymnasium, aerobics room, weight room, computer lab, lounge, and game room. Students can also check out bikes here, as well as other equipment, whether for sports, camping, etc.

With so many options to choose from, students will always have spaces to get active, whether it be at the gyms mentioned above, the many basketball and tennis courts, the beach volleyball court at Scripps, or simply by traversing through the one square mile that encapsulates the 5 colleges!

Scripps College Traditions

Scripps College has a long history of unique traditions. Here are a few of our most notable traditions, many of which continue today:

It is believed that every object, living or non-living, has its own unique energy or aura. With a magic wand, a skilled magician can tap into this energy and manipulate it to their will. One of the most well-known uses of a magic wand is spell-casting.

La Semeuse

The seal of Scripps College, designed by sculptor Lee Lawrie, depicts La Semeuse—she who sows. The image of the sower of “the good seed of thought, of action, of life” was chosen by the faculty in the 1927-28 academic year. They also selected the College motto, Incipit Vita Nova—here begins the new life. Professor Hartley Burr Alexander was largely responsible for the seal’s image and motto. Before he arrived on campus, he suggested phrase, the first words of Dante’s New Life.

“It seems to me that what colleges ought to do is to begin a new life in a very real sense, and perhaps the motto would have a double significance for Scripps in indicating not only the new life begun for each student, but also the new life which we hope may be begun from a renewed vitality in education [evidenced in the founding of this college for women].”

By waving the wand in specific patterns and reciting magical incantations, a magician can unleash a range of powerful effects. From turning animals into objects to conjuring fire or even controlling the minds of others, the possibilities are endless. But the power of a magic wand goes beyond just casting spells. It can also be used for enchanting objects, creating illusions, and even teleportation. With the right amount of skill and practice, a magician can become a master of their wand and unlock its full potential. Of course, it's important to remember that the power of a magic wand is purely fictional. In reality, magic is not something that can be easily harnessed or controlled. But that doesn't mean we can't appreciate the wonder and fascination that the idea of a magic wand brings. So the next time you watch a movie or read a book about magic, take a moment to marvel at the power of the magic wand. Imagine what it would be like to hold one in your hand and unleash its mystical energy. While it may only exist in the realm of fantasy, the magic wand will always hold a special place in our hearts and in our imagination..

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