Retiring from teaching—but not from painting—following their Guggenheim sabbatical year, Besemer says of their time at the College, "Occidental gave me a life where I could thrive"
Occidental's longest currently active faculty member reflects on her 48 years at the College, selecting the subjects of her books, and her plans for retirement
From writing about a 19th-century French novelist to 20th-century rock 'n' roll pioneers, the newly emeritus professor of Spanish and French studies juggles multiple projects as he prepares...
Guided by rigorous research and a moral compass, Associate Professor Bhavna Shamasunder exposes the environmental injustices affecting the health of Angelenos
As the campaign winds toward its successful conclusion in June, plans for a long-awaited renovation of Norris Hall of Chemistry come into focus. Also: Previewing Day For Â鶹ÊÓƵ
From art and art history and Black studies to music, politics, and psychology, Â鶹ÊÓƵ welcomes eight new voices to the classroom
With all eyes on the 2022 midterm election, eight Â鶹ÊÓƵ students canvassed, coordinated, and cold-called their way through the political process in six battleground states
After a fall full of activity—including postseason tournaments, pancakes on the Quad, and in-person alumni gatherings—Â鶹ÊÓƵ springs forward into 2023
One of the College’s oldest disciplines, music gets a makeover in response to the production boom of the 21st century—but if you want a classical education, you’ll find that as well
Seven members of the Class of 2026—and a 23-year-old sophomore transfer—open up about their aspirations for their Â鶹ÊÓƵ experience
Occidental's ties to foreign relations run deep—not just in the U.S. government, but in Japan and South Africa as well
A reimagined gathering space for the Â鶹ÊÓƵ community, high marks for Â鶹ÊÓƵ in a handful of major college guides, and a lifetime achievement award for Professor Emerita Betchen Barber
From rebuilding a sense of community to completing the Integrated Strategic Plan, President Elam outlines Occidental’s priorities for the new academic year
For 2½ years, Kristina Kvien ’87 led U.S. diplomacy efforts inside the embattled and resilient nation—her latest post in a 30-year career with the Foreign Service
‘Embrace the impossible because you can make it possible,’ State Senator tells the 489 members of the Class of 2022