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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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Supporting the next generation of Eagle Rock’s artists
Eagle Rock High School (ERHS) seniors Kestrel Valdez, Johanna Pearson and Denise Meier did not shy away from confronting their audience with visually stimulating...
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The finesse kid grows up
I was scheduled to attend Florida rapper Kodak Black’s performance Feb. 8, 2018, at The Observatory in Santa Ana. After reviewing many contemporary talents, he...
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Open Mic showcases women of color during International Women’s Day
Student Leadership, Involvement and Community Engagement (SLICE) partnered with the International Programs Organization (IPO) and Latinx Student Union (LSU) to celebrate women of color...
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New Wanlass Artist in Residence Shizu Saldamando discusses work, previews upcoming course at Occidental
During a public lecture in the Morrison Lounge, the 2019–2020 Oxy Arts Wanlass Artist in Residence, Shizu Saldamando, discussed her work and upcoming Fall 2019 course at Occidental College March...
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Study soundtrack: a compilation of student’s picks on a Friday afternoon
It's a Friday afternoon, and as much as you want the week of work to be over, it seems there is always one more...
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SJP hosts a Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) workshop for the Occidental community
Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) hosted a Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) workshop in Fowler Hall March 7. Two members of SJP's executive...
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Codex Latinx explores indigenous resistance through art and poetry
Professor Lisa Sousa from the Latino/a and Latin American Studies Department hosted artist Sandy Rodriguez and poet Adolfo Guzman-Lopez for "Codex Latinx," an art display inspired by Aztec culture....
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Making sense of Solange
The opening shot of "When I Get Home," Solange Knowles’ new 33-minute-long music video, shows her reveling in an ecstasy that is never truly...
