Culture
Culture
Falling ‘Head Over Heels’ in love with the spring musical
Occidental College’s theater department is bringing to the stage “Head Over Heels,” a musical comedy consisting of songs by the 1980s female rock band,...
Culture
Occidental’s student diversity shines during graduation celebrations
The week prior to Commencement, graduates have the opportunity to take part in cultural graduation ceremonies, according to the 2026 Celebration Schedule on the Intercultural Community...
Culture
A spotlight for storytellers: Occidental Children’s Theater takes center stage
The Occidental Children’s Theater is a theater troupe in its 31st year of performing fairytale-inspired shows and hosting camps for local kids. The cast is made...
Culture
Joey Valence & Brae and student openers bring high-energy to SpringFest
Occidental’s annual SpringFest concert featured headliner Joey Valence & Brae, with student openers Aitan Milman (sophomore) and Hannah Fortvne (senior), April 4 at Remsen Bird Hillside Theater. The event...
2014
Minimal money, maximum fun for a night out in Los Angeles
Author: Leah Nomkin Task: Explore the neighborhoods surrounding Occidental to see what local restaurants and events Los Angeles has to offer for one night under $15....
2014
Life-size art goes political, symbolic
Author: Stephen Nemeth The Occidental community is no stranger to large-scale political statements and interactive art projects, and the life-size replica of a Predator MQ-1B drone...
2014
Spicy or smelly, Sriracha rules Irwindale
Author: Malcolm MacLeod As the group approached Irwindale, we rolled down our windows, inhaling deeply. The air smelled sour, with a hint of spiciness. We thought...
Arts & Entertainment
CDC offers wider range of art internships
Author: Demi Duenes Nestled comfortably in Los Angeles, Occidental students have virtually unlimited access to museums, stage theaters and concert halls. Additionally, the convenient location creates...
2014
Students flock to historic neighborhood bar
Author: Hannah Teskey Many Occidental students who frequented The Hermosillo or The York last year can now be found packing into the small, dimly-lit space at...
2014
Student artist unveils installation in local gastropub
Author: Nina Greenebaum The exposed brick walls and naked light bulbs hanging from high ceilings of The York give the Highland Park bar a modern, minimalist...
Arts & Entertainment
The social nature of gaming
Author: Will Westwater This winter break, video games allowed me to spend time with friends from all over the world. Gaming is inherently social; through multi-player...
2015
co-LAb gallery showcases emerging local artists
Author: Taylor Majewski Along York Boulevard's bustling stretch of assorted storefronts and twinkle-lit eateries, there are two doors, freshly painted in vibrant pink and blue. The...
