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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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“OURS” gallery opening celebrates Femme artists of color
Gallery-goers shook off umbrellas as they arrived for “OURS,” an art show highlighting women and femme artists of color. The exhibit features many Occidental students'...
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Oxy Arts series highlights Los Angeles through the eyes of artist Patrick Martinez
Patrick Martinez, the first speaker in the Oxy Arts speaker series, spoke to a crowd of around 40 students, professors and community members Feb. 7...
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A Cappella Underdogs — Accidentals place third in International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella
An all-female a cappella group travels to a national competition, ready to show the country their vocal chops. This is either the plot of...
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Art for all — Underground Museum offers an inclusive space to experience art
Tucked between a convenience store and a liquor shop, the Underground Museum is not where one would expect to find art. But the location of the museum...
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Acclaimed hip-hop theater fusion ensemble, “Universes,” takes the stage in Thorne
Just shy of 7:30 p.m.Friday, Feb. 3, four microphones stood against a fuchsia backdrop in Thorne Hall, patiently awaiting their respective storytellers to join...
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Low cost, convenient stick-and-pokes stick as new Occidental trend
Occidental student, Caroline Shehan's (sophomore) wrist is a small crescent moon, intended to symbolize femininity. It serves as a nod to her favorite poem, "Too...
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Making murder matter — Echo Park podcast talks murder, mental health and laughing to stay sane
Almost one year ago, Echo Park-based comedians and long-time friends Georgia Hardstark and Karen Kilgariff got together to talk about what any anxious young...
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Compose yourself, Student Composer Concert displays talents of Occidental music community
While many students spent the last full week of classes cramming for that last test or piling on sentences to reach that final essay's...
