Updates for Caltech neighbors
Here you can find announcements and news for neighbors, ways to learn more and connect, and links to construction information and events you are welcome to attend.
NOVEMBER 2025
As the new academic year progresses, it is a joy to see neighbors meeting on campus at Watson Lectures and Science Journeys events. If you would like to join one of these events, please note that even when registration is full, there is usually room for standby admission. Whatever events you choose to attend, and we hope it is many, we look forward to gathering with you to share in the awe-inspiring worlds of nature, science, and engineering.
A special thank you to neighbors who joined us back in August for a community meeting about the innovation center planned for 1364 E. Green Street and at subsequent meetings with immediate neighbors. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, concerns, questions, and viewpoints.
Coyote safety
If you see coyotes around campus, please be cautious. They may be defensive, especially if you have a dog with you. You can find more information on our wildlife page; in brief, these steps can help:
- Do not feed squirrels or turtles or leave food outside for pets or wildlife
- Never feed coyotes; it causes them to approach people and be reactive to dogs
- Keep garbage secure and pick up fallen fruit
- Discourage coyotes from getting any closer than four car-lengths away
- Keep dogs on a six-foot or shorter leash and within your control
- Leave cats and small dogs indoors when you aren't with them
- Report any concerning coyote interactions or close approaches to Caltech Security at this online form or by calling 626-395-5000; Ext. 5000. Prompt reporting helps Caltech effectively communicate coyote concerns to city authorities.
The Pasadena Public Health Department also encourages incident reports and asks area residents to watch an educational YouTube video about coyotes and review the City's urban wildlife management plan.
Caltech Facilities staff trim up shrubs, pick up fallen fruit, and remove trash promptly to minimize available habitat and food.
Featured events
Neighbors, you are welcome at Caltech public events, including talks on the latest science, varsity games, and musical performances and plays. The events below and on the events page for locals may especially interest you. Registration is recommended when possible.
Watson Lectures
Save the dates for the remaining Watson Lectures in 2026. In this popular, free, 103-year-old series, you will hear from Caltech scholars and scientists who are expanding knowledge, tackling society's most pressing challenges, and inventing the technologies of the future. Free activities and sales of food and beverages begin at 6 p.m. Talks begin at 7:30 p.m.
Science Journeys
Save the dates for these free events designed for middle and high school students and open to all. Caltech graduate students and postdoctoral scholars share their research, inspirations, journeys, and aspirations.
Stay in touch
Email [email protected]: ask a question, share a comment.
Sign up for the Caltech neighbor email list. You'll receive a few emails a year with invitations to public events, advance notice of construction or disturbances, and updates on campus life.
Subscribe to the Caltech Public Events monthly newsletter: find out about events on science, the humanities, arts, and culture.
Subscribe to The Caltech Weekly: learn about the latest research and happenings at Caltech.
Explore the This Is Caltech website for a glimpse of what happens at Caltech.
Get a coffee: The Red Door and Broad Café are popular with campus neighbors and visitors.