Student Voices is a blog where current students write about various experiences including academics, sports, student groups, study abroad, and other extracurricular activities. Hear what our students have to say!
Every professional production that films on campus is invited to include two Occidental students on set, giving them the chance to see firsthand how a film crew brings a story to life. Read about the latest student experiences and see how production crews offered students a glimpse into the fast-paced, collaborative environment of filmmaking.
A Philadelphia native, Yemale Febres ’27 took a bold step across the country before her first semester of college to join the MSI cohort.
Follow Clara, a biology major, as she balances undergraduate research, academic support, and community life at Occidental College.
Spend a week with Purdy, a sophomore international student, as he balances classes, campus life, and exploring Los Angeles.
Spend a week with M, an international student from Bulgaria, as she balances acting, film production, and creative collaboration at Occidental College.
Spend a day with Andrew, a first-year student exploring academics, community, and campus life at Occidental College.
Practicing Spanish and learning peace and pura vida in Costa Rica: Julián's journey through the country with no army.
Follow Dylan, a student-athlete and studio art major, as she balances creativity, campus involvement, and life in Los Angeles at Occidental College.
Through Occidental’s Justice Summer Internship program, Claire Wilson-Black ’26 is getting a front-row seat to how city policy, sustainability, and community planning come together in real life.
From Myanmar to Occidental: Aung talks about his first eight months of college in a new country.