Once upon a time, in the diverse city of Pomona, two college students named Iris and Marc found themselves enrolled and living on campus at the innovative Cal Poly Pomona in 2005.

Iris was a vibrant, artistic soul with a passion for photography, while Marc was a reserved, easygoing guy with a love for soccer.

One fateful evening, during their sophomore year, a group of students organized a game of midnight soccer on the campus field. Intrigued by the idea of playing soccer under the stars, Iris and Marc decided to join in. While Iris and Marc found themselves on opposite teams, they bonded over their shared passion for the game and disdain for cold weather.

As months passed, Iris and Marc's friendship grew stronger, realizing that they had much in common beyond just soccer. They spent countless hours together hanging out with friends, playing Guitar Hero, watching movies and attending many of Marc's soccer games. Their bond was unbreakable, and they soon became inseparable.

Iris and Marc graduated from college, both pursuing successful careers in their respective fields. Despite the demands of their jobs and their increasingly long distance relationship, they always made time for each other, their friendship blossoming into a deep and meaningful love.

Several years after that fateful game of midnight soccer, Marc decided it was time to take their relationship to the next level. On a beautiful February morning, under the majestic dome of the Palace of Fine Arts, Marc got down on one knee and asked Iris to marry him.

Overwhelmed with joy, Iris said yes, and the couple embraced, knowing that their love had been years in the making. As they began planning their future together, they couldn't help but reflect on that magical night when a simple game of soccer had brought them together, setting the stage for a lifetime of love and happiness.

Things to Do

The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens