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As campus looks ahead to Homecoming, President Stritikus reflects on the conversations, commitments, and people that demonstrate the enduring value of an SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ education.

Occidental is launching a multi-year partnership with the Institute for Citizens & Scholars to strengthen the free exchange of ideas and support thoughtful engagement across differences throughout the SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ community.

President Tom Stritikus shares an update on proposed federal regulations that could affect SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ and reaffirms the College’s commitment to its values, legal obligations, and mission.

As a new academic year begins, President Tom Stritikus reflects on the energy returning to campus and the many ways SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ continues to bring its values to life through learning, discovery, advocacy, and engagement.

SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ has submitted comments opposing proposed changes to federal grant regulations that could undermine independent peer review and increase political control over federal research funding.

The Board-approved budget supports compensation increases, strategic investments, and responsible stewardship to strengthen Occidental’s future.

President Stritikus reflects on a transformative year at Occidental, celebrating the community’s accomplishments, new student opportunities and campus investments, and the inspiring leadership and values that will guide SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½â€™s future.

Following the dismantling of the encampment, the College is addressing policy violations while advancing a community-informed review of the divestment proposal.

A group has set up an encampment in the quad that raises policy considerations and affects campus operations, and staff are engaging with those present while monitoring the situation.

Following a national search, Angie Bos, dean and professor in the School of Public Service at Boise State University, has been named SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½â€™s new vice president for academic affairs and dean of the College.