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)....

Eagle Rock Brewery readies for fourth public hearing in five years

Author: Malcolm MacLeod Employees of the Eagle Rock Brewery are preparing themselves for their fourth conditional use permit (CUP) hearing in five years, set for Nov....

New student wellness director plans upgrades for Emmons

Author: Margaret Su New Director of Student Wellness Services Sara Semal has only been at Occidental for three months, but she already has big plans for...

College acquires ‘Ocxy Store’ building for $1.59 million, plans York retail expansion

Author: Jane Drinkard Occidental recently purchased the building that houses Ocxy Store, a liquor store frequented by students, on the corner of York Boulevard and Armadale...

Telefund starts calling underclassmen

Author: Sarah Safuto Telefund student callers began to phone first-years, sophomores and juniors Monday asking for gifts to the Annual Fund. This marks a change from...

World News – Week of April 2

Author: Ximena Santiago Indonesia. After confiscating over 1,000 pounds of marijuana Friday, police in Jakarta burned the drug and inadvertently caused an entire neighborhood to be...

World News – Week of April 22

Author: Ximena Santiago Belgium. Three zebras escaped a local ranch in Brussels Friday. The zebras on the loose roamed the streets of the capital, followed by...

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....