The Eaton and Palisades fires in January took their toll on members of the Occidental family, including students, alumni, faculty, and administrators. With a long rebuilding process ahead, they find strength and support among the...
Occidental Magazine
Occidental magazine brings you campus news, in-depth features, and profiles of exceptional alumni. For the 2024-25 academic year, the magazine will publish two print and digital issues (Fall 2024 and Spring 2025) and one digital-only issue (Summer 2024).
Professor of Cognitive Science and Philosophy Saul Traiger is retiring after 36 years at ɫƵ. This tribute to his career is part of the Spring 2021 magazine.
Professor of Music Irene Girton is retiring after 21 years at ɫƵ. This tribute to her career is part of the Spring 2021 magazine.
An ɫƵ volunteer leadership panel examines the impact and influence of women in philanthropy
ɫƵ faculty and students embrace, explore, and experiment with technology to keep arts classes, exhibits, and performances humming
With heart, energy, and a passion for research, Namandjé Bumpus ’03 becomes a role model for others as a trailblazing director at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Regardless of one’s major or career path, ɫƵ’s writing proficiency requirement has proved essential to professional success. But don’t just take our word for it
Through her Rebellious Lawyering program, Thalia González’s students get hands-on experience in public-interest law, garnering new insights into the legal system and a head start on law...
After nearly a full year of remote learning, hope springs eternal of a return to campus this fall
Professor Mary Jane Hewitt created a foundation for multicultural education at Occidental—and an anonymous gift recognizes her lasting influence
From campus landmarks to classroom spaces, the College has completed a burst of new construction during the pandemic
With matching gift challenges and creative engagement opportunities, The ɫƵ Campaign For Good responds to the obstacles of COVID-19
Valerie Jarrett's calling toward a life of public service led her to a key role in the Obama White House—and she urged ɫƵ students to follow their "quiet voice"
A new multi-constituent commission examines ɫƵ's athletic programs with a focus on issues of competitiveness and diversity
"An ɫƵ education has never been more valuable, applicable, and urgently important than now"
From Summer 2003: Designer, professor, and Medal of Arts recipient Ming Cho Lee '53 reflects on half a century's work in American theater
