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)....

ASOC 2013 Presidential Election: statements from the candidates

Author:  The Occidental Weekly asked each ASOC Presidential candidate the same question: "Why are you running for ASOC President?" Each candidate - junior John O'Neill...

Occidental settles with complainants

Author: Chloe Woodruff Occidental College's administration has arrived at a monetary settlement ensuring the public silence of 10 or more complainants involved in the sexual assault...

Faculty discuss tribute honoring Dennis Johnson

Author: Charlotte Flight Following the passing of Dennis Johnson, the faculty agreed to recognize the former trade book buyer for the Occidental bookstore of 35 years....

Housing Open Forum raises questions

Author: Lucy Feickert Residential Education and Housing Services (ResEd) officials answered questions from about 20 students at the Senate’s first Open Forum on Tuesday, Oct. 29....

Up ’til Dawn raises funds for childhood cancer

Author: Lucy Feickert The annual Up ’til Dawn event held Friday night raised awareness and nearly $4,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. St. Jude is...

L.A.P.D. works with Campus Safety to address complaints

Author: Noel Hemphill A recent change in campus policy means that off-campus residents could be receiving more visits from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), as...

CDC renovation in planning, fundraising phase

Author: Clark Scally The Career Development Center (CDC) plans to expand its space to accommodate the growing student demand for employment assistance. The renovation will include...

REHS creates room draw for triples

Author: Noel Hemphill A new triples-only room draw intended to help streamline the yearly allocation of housing will be available ahead of regular room draw this...