Occidental College
OxyEngage
FAQ
You've got questions, we've got answers!
Common Pre-Registration Questions
When can I register for OxyEngage?
Do I need a password or ID number to register?
Can athletes participate in OxyEngage?
What are the OxyEngage time requirements?
Common Post-Registration Questions
I have my completed forms, how do I submit them?
How do I get to campus from the airport?
Can I ship my belongings ahead of time?
My family is going to stay in town during OxyEngage, when will I have time to see them?
What will my family do while I am on OxyEngage?
What is the OxyEngage Cancellation Policy?
Common Pre-Registration Questions
When can I register for OxyEngage?
Registration began June 3, 2013 at 9:00 AM PST. Spaces are limited. Students will be placed in their preferred trip option according to the order required registration and forms are received by the Office of Student Life.
Do I need a password or ID number to register?
Nope! All you need is your mailing address, phone number, trip preferences and some other information to register.
Can athletes participate in OxyEngage?
You'll have to check with your coach. Some of our athletes arrive back to campus early for try-outs and practices, making participation in OxyEngage difficult.
What are the OxyEngage time requirements?
If you register for OxyEngage it is understood that you will participate in all activities. Scheduled activities begin with dinner on August 20th at approximately 6PM and conclude with the closing banquet on August 23rd at approximately 8:30 PM. Do not make any plans during this time!
Common Post-Registration Questions
I've registered, what now?
You'll be receiving a confirmation email to let you know that we've received your registration. In addition we'll also send a long a few trip specific forms that you'll need to complete prior to attending OxyEngage.
I have my completed forms, how do I submit them?
You can mail, fax, or email your completed forms back to us. Email oxyengage@oxy.edu, fax to 323-341-4950 or mail to OxyEngage M#39, 1600 Campus Road, Los Angeles CA 90041.
How do I get to campus from the airport?
We will provide complimentary shuttles from Burbank Airport to Occidental. Unfortunately we are not able to provide transportation from LAX. Shuttles will be available from Burbank on Tuesday August 20th every hour on the hour starting at 10:00 AM and ending at 3:00 PM. We'll post shuttle registration information closer to the start of the program.
When can we move in?
Those registered for OxyEngage wiill have the opportunity to move in to your residence hall room between 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m on Tuesday August 20, 2012. When arriving on campus, you will be given time to settle into your residence hall room (this will be the room you will stay in for the academic year). You will stay in your campus room that first night and leave on your trip the following morning.
Can I ship my belongings ahead of time?
If you ship any of your belongings ahead of your travel they will be available to pick up after you've settled in.The mail room and stock room are both open until 4 PM on weekdays, so make sure you get to campus with enough time. Sometimes shipments may take an extra day or two to be delivered to campus, so make sure you ship everything with enough lead time!
Are you going to feed me?
Meals will be provided for all trips starting with dinner for all participants on August 20. For all OxyEncounters trips, breakfast will be available in the marketplace. In addition, all participants will return for a closing dinner on the night before Orientation begins.
My family is going to stay in town during OxyEngage, when will I have time to see them?
We have activities planned starting Tuesday before dinner until Friday after dinner. If you are a LA based trip you may have some free time in the evening to hang out in the residence halls, and explore Eagle Rock. Plan on touching base with your family Friday August 23, after our closing dinner.
What will my family do while I am on OxyEngage?
They can attend the OxyEngage Parent Reception! Join other families for a casual reception Tuesday evening. Students will have their own evening activities, so plan to come mingle with other new families, meet members of the Oxy community, and receive parent informational materials. More details will be available soon!
What is the OxyEngage Cancellation Policy?
Participants who cancel their trip by July 1 will have the charge removed from their student account. After July 1, student account charges will be removed only if vacated spots are filled by those on a waiting list. No account charges will be removed after August 1. If, in the event that the Office of Student Life staff needs to move participants from their preferred trip to another offering and they are not interested, we will provide an opportunity for them to cancel such trip and remove the charge from their student account.
- Phone: (323) 207-6776
- Email: oxyengage@oxy.edu