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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Names 2025-26 Science Scholars
Three Occidental students studying chemistry and biochemistry are being honored as part of this year’s cohort of Science Scholars, which offers research grants funded by the...

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Students combat the spread of COVID-19 as contact tracers
A new public health practicum lets students address a pressing need by interning with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
New First-Gen Coalition offers support to first-generation students at Oxy
Recognizing the unique needs of this cohort, particularly during remote learning, the coalition of staff, students and faculty have planned targeted workshops, social mixers and...
Virtual Learning Heads to the Solar System for Physics Students
Students in Assistant Professor Sabrina Stierwalt’s Physics 162 class are headed out of this world by way of virtual reality headsets this fall.
New biology course explores the COVID-19 pandemic in real time
Co-taught by an Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµprofessor and an Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµalumna who is an infectious disease expert, the class features an impressive lineup of guest speakers including primatologist Jane Goodall...
Dean’s Award Winners 2020
Each year, the Dean of Students recognizes seniors who, through their involvement on- and off-campus, embody Oxy’s four pillars of Equity, Excellence, Community and Service.
New Scholarship Program Aimed at Middle-Income California Students Launched
A new $3.2 million challenge fund will kickstart a drive to create the Edgerton-Occidental Merit Scholarship Program, a $9.6 million endowed fund that will make it possible for...
New Program Anchors First-Years with Personal Relationships
Drawing from staff volunteers across the College, the Wayfinders Program provides incoming students with support and individual attention as they navigate the transition to college...
2020 Student Leadership Awards Honor Exemplary Undergraduates
Despite the social distancing guidelines that prevented the annual in-person celebration, students, staff and faculty marked the occasion of the Student Leadership Awards on April...
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