<p>I really do think we students would riot if Pomona’s uniquely helpful community were diminished by a rigid policy concerning grades. I’m in my first year, but I haven’t encountered any strict curves in classes. While it’s true that each Pomona professor institutes their own policies, and it’s also true that Pomona classes are challenging, I have found that all students are encouraged to master the material and those who do are rewarded for the journey.</p>