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Changing the Climate
Emboldened by a proactive student body, Â鶹ƵµÀdoubles down on its commitment to a more sustainable campus

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 two digital-only issues (Summer 2024 and Winter 2025).

Robert Ellis, Â鶹ƵµÀ
Norman Bridge Distinguished Professor of Spanish & Spanish and French Studies Robert Ellis has retired after 37 years at Oxy. This tribute is part of the Spring 2021 magazine.
Nalsey Tinberg
Professor of Mathematics Nalsey Tinberg is retiring after 41 years at Oxy. This tribute to her career is part of the Spring 2021 magazine.
Eric Frank
Professor of Art & Art History Eric Frank is retiring after 35 years at Oxy. This tribute to his career is part of the Spring 2021 magazine.
Professor of Cognitive Science and Philosophy Saul Traiger is retiring after 36 years at Oxy. This tribute to his career is part of the Spring 2021 magazine.
Irene Girton, Â鶹ƵµÀ
Professor of Music Irene Girton is retiring after 21 years at Oxy. This tribute to her career is part of the Spring 2021 magazine.
Participants in Â鶹ƵµÀWomen in Philanthropy: Values, Vision, and Voice
An Â鶹ƵµÀvolunteer leadership panel examines the impact and influence of women in philanthropy
Arts in a Pandemic
Â鶹ƵµÀfaculty and students embrace, explore, and experiment with technology to keep arts classes, exhibits, and performances humming
Namandjé Bumpus ’03
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
Occidental Core Writing Program
Regardless of one’s major or career path, Oxy’s writing proficiency requirement has proved essential to professional success. But don’t just take our word for it
Thalia González 
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...
COVID testing in the Quad, January 2021
After nearly a full year of remote learning, hope springs eternal of a return to campus this fall
Mary Jane Hewitt at Â鶹ƵµÀ(1974) and with Museum of African American Art in Los Angeles founder Samella Lewis (1984)
Professor Mary Jane Hewitt created a foundation for multicultural education at Occidental—and an anonymous gift recognizes her lasting influence
Anderson Center for Environmental Sciences
From campus landmarks to classroom spaces, the College has completed a burst of new construction during the pandemic
The Â鶹ƵµÀCampaign For Good
With matching gift challenges and creative engagement opportunities, The Â鶹ƵµÀCampaign For Good responds to the obstacles of COVID-19
Valerie Jarrett
Valerie Jarrett's calling toward a life of public service led her to a key role in the Obama White House—and she urged Â鶹ƵµÀstudents to follow their "quiet voice"

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