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,...

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...

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...

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...

Sometimes, you just need a hero

Last spring semester I received a D on an economics exam. My grades were hurting overall and I was having a tough time with...

'Two Weird Plays' call for one huge laugh at Keck

The Occidental Theater department produces two one–act plays during two day showcase

On–campus dinner gets fancy for a good cause

Donating to charity has never been easier or more fun. An alternative to a normal Saturday night dinner, Date Night Done Well, an on-campus...

Holi dinner delights with spicy flavors, colorful setting

The sole palm tree and smog-fueled Los Angeles sunset glowing over Thorne patio were at odds with the scent of unfamiliar spices, brightly-colored saris...

A new look at a classic hero

Very minor spoilers ahead; that said, everybody should see this movie. "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" is the next installment in Marvel Studio's "Avengers"...

SpringFest 2014 promises quality, variety

Additional pre-show events will allow fun to begin earlier

Second 'Groove' promotes shift in social landscape

The event itself is hard to characterize. It is not quite a concert and certainly not a party. With its decentralized landscape, multiple activities...

Cafecito Organico provides hot roasts but cold climate

Cafecito Organico joins Eagle Rock's multitude of coffee shops as the new, socially conscious and cultured kid on the block. But like any new...