Campus News

Professors interpret, students react to midterm results

Voters across the country filled in ballots for the 2026 midterm elections Nov. 3, determining the American political landscape for the next two years....

Electric vehicle charging policy sparks student concern

Occidental's campus features multiple charging stations for residents who drive electric vehicles (EVs). A new policy was put in place July 1 outlining the...

In first Occidental talk, Dean Bos discusses children’s perception of politics

Dean of Faculty Angie Bos, who was appointed March 2, 2026, gave her first talk as a Dean of Occidental, called "U.S. Politics...

Alex Murillo and Robert De La Barcena pave the way for non-traditional students

In the 2026—2027 academic year, Occidental has welcomed a number of non-traditional students, according to Vanessa Gonzalez-Wright, director of the Intercultural Community Center (ICC)....

Occidental Sinfonia and consulting club offer new opportunities for students interested in music, local community engagement

Author: Margaret Su Through the concerted efforts of both students and faculty, multiple new clubs and student groups are starting their operations with the beginning of...

Rozita Afar leaving college after 16 years in president’s office

Author: Margaret Su Deputy for Board Affairs Rozita Afar is finally opting to leave behind the institution that she loves, departing in pursuit of new challenges....

Empowerment Week focuses on healing through movement

Author: Sydney Bowman Project S.A.F.E. hosted its annual Empowerment Week, in conjunction with Domestic Violence Awareness Month, last week. Coordinators this year emphasized healing from trauma...

Active Minds wins award

Author: Charlotte Umanoff Representatives from Active Minds at Oxy received the Uniting Voices Award from the national Active Minds organization at the Active Minds National Mental...

World News 1

Author: Ximena Santiago Iran. Despite the disapproval of theologian leaders, affluent Iranian families are starting to welcome cats and dogs into their homes. The significant increase...

Panel dissects, analyzes eating disorder components

Author: Stephen Nemeth Speakers Ellen McCormack, the program director and primary therapist at residential treatment provider Center for Discovery, psychology Professor Dr. Nancy Dess and transformational...

REHS reveals housing changes

Author: Margaret Su Residential Education and Housing Services (REHS) is instituting major changes in on-campus housing policies that will take effect this fall. According to REHS...

Trump support chalking removed

Author: Gabriel Dunatov Chalk messages promoting Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump appeared outside residence halls and on sidewalks throughout campus April 3. Although a majority of...