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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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KOXY’s MP patio shows: ‘You’ll already be there’
Occidental College’s student-run radio station KOXY began hosting student artists/singer-songwriters on Tuesday nights at the Branca Patio by the Marketplace, Feb. 10. These "MP Patio Shows"...
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Critical Making Studio provides free access to art space and equipment
The bottom floor of the Academic Commons contains the Critical Making Studio (CMS), a makerspace open to all Occidental students, faculty and staff. According...
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Students’ craft teaching fosters creative expression in ARTS 100
Art Education Practicum, cross-listed as ARTS 100 and EDU 143, is a class where students work in pairs to create an art project and...
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Dance Pro steps towards annual showcase
The 2026 Dance Pro showcase will features 15 dance performances in hip-hop, heels, tap, Tahitian and other styles. According to club co-president and choreographer Charlotte...
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Apollo Night: A celebration of Black culture, talent and joy
Apollo Night, the yearly talent show hosted in celebration of Black History Month, took place Feb. 27 at Thorne Hall. Organized by the Black...
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New Works Festival spotlights ‘the originating artist’
For 26 years, the Occidental New Works Festival has paired student playwrights with LA performers, student actors and professional guest directors. Performed at Keck Theater Feb....
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Dexter Story encourages students to open themselves to music
Dexter Story, ethnomusicologist, composer and producer, gave a guest lecture in Choi Auditorium to Assistant Professor Ramona Gonzalez’s class MUSC105: Topics in American Music Feb. 26. Gonzalez said while...
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Slamdance Festival provides hands-on industry experience for students and alumni
The annual Slamdance Film Festival concluded its 31st year Feb. 25, with past and present Occidental students helping to manage production needs for the...
