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Morrissey and Sherman discuss the ‘value of art’ at book launch
A book launch event was held at Oxy Arts Oct. 6 to celebrate the publication of “Why the Arts Matter,” written by Clair Morrissey, professor...
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Umi Hsu curates history of ‘struggle and joy’ at Oxy Arts
Curator and Former Occidental professor Umi Hsu gave a tour of the "Hold Each Other’s Hands: Trans Mutual Aid, 1966-1996" exhibition at Oxy Arts...
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Power’s revival of ‘Damn Yankees’ slated for Broadway
“Damn Yankees,” a musical slated for a Broadway revival Spring 2027, was co-written by playwright Doug Wright and Will Power, chair and professor of theater & performance...
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HERS ‘Ensemble in Cabaret’ celebrates female composers
Friday, Oct. 9, the faculty recital "A Cabaret by HERS: Music Ensemble" showcased female vocalists, composers, and instrumentalists with close ties to Los Angeles at...
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Student-run production of “A Midsummer’s Night Dream” is a love letter to outdoor theater
For one night only, a student-run production of Shakespeare's “A Midsummer's Night Dream” graced the stage of the Remsen Bird Hillside Theater Oct. 5. Theater...
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2 Paws Up: An inside look at Occidental’s only sketch comedy team
Run by co-presidents Sammy Levy (senior) and Skye Borch (sophomore), 2 Paws Up is Occidental's sketch comedy team. Sketch comedy is defined as short comedic scenes...
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Artist of the Week: Sophie Weil brings musicians to life in her concert photos
Sophie Weil (senior) is using her passions in photography to build connections and make a name for herself. A Media Arts and Culture (MAC)...
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From Chappell Roan to Blink-182, music motivates students in the gym
If there is one thing to notice when walking into a gym, aside from the sea of equipment and the crowds of sweaty athletes,...
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Mahjong Club provides students an opportunity to immerse themselves in Chinese culture
Mahjong, the Chinese tile game from the 19th century, has made its way to campus. Kelly Shen (sophomore) and Alison Wong (senior) said they decided to...
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Feast Garden focuses on sustainability and community at Occidental
Tucked away on Occidental’s campus is an organic garden, a brood of chickens and a dedication to community and sustainability. This green space is...
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Artist of the Week: DJ Lexos shares their love for music
Alexis Chang (senior), widely known by students as “DJ Lexos,” was first introduced to the world of DJing during the 2020 global pandemic. A...
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Culture Column: Green Day nation has the smartest leaders
The parking lots of SoFi stadium were packed with cars Sept. 14 as nearly 70,000 people filed into the venue. Animated conversation hung in...
