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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...
Culture
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...
Culture
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...
Culture
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...
Community News
Creators of Serial spill the beans on popular podcast
“This is a Global Tell Link prepaid call from Adnan Syed, an inmate at Maryland correctional facility … ” These words spoken by a man...
Community News
‘Mattress Girl’ explores fame and persona
On a side street in Chinatown reserved for pedestrians, nestled between a few unassuming galleries and a parking lot, stand two identical purple-pigtailed figures,...
Culture
Hopsin hits a homerun with 'Ill Mind 8'
The last few weeks have been pretty darn good for hip-hop fans: Kendrick Lamar finally put out those “Untitled” songs I’ve been waiting ages...
Community News
Love for Golden State inspires Wonderland of art
Near the intersection of Eagle Rock and Colorado Boulevard lies Leanna Lin’s Wonderland: a craft store, gift boutique and art gallery all in one....
Culture
DJ DESOUZA finds connection through music
Surrounded by partying Occidental students, Anoop D'Souza (first year) — aka DJ DESOUZA — worked his turntable from an elevated platform in the backyard...
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Independent music scene thrives at 'Pehr'
Nights at Occidental make it seem like all of Los Angeles is either sleeping, disappointed at a party or cramming in the library. Though...
Culture
Attack of the red and black onesies
I’m not sure why it is, but people sure love their goofy ultra-violent psychopaths in red and black onesies. Ok, this statement needs a...
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Alumnus documents LA’s hidden gems
Tom Carroll '08 sees beauty in unusual places. Take his favorite memory of Occidental, for example: When he was a first year, a massive rain...
