Get to know Oxy’s culture and campus-wide commitment to inclusive resources and spaces.
On-Campus Culture at Occidental
- Hear from current students about what the culture on campus is like at Occidental and what to look for in a college.
- Read about life as an international student.
- First in your family to attend college? Join the ranks of the First Gen Club.
- Learn more about Religious and Spiritual Groups on campus.
- Explore Oxy's many active student groups, including the Armenian Students Association, Occidental’s Latinx dance group ¡Azúcar! and the Chinese Culture Club.
- Meet some of the faculty and staff who are members of the LGBTQIA+ community and learn more about representation and visibility at the College.
Student Resources & Spaces on Campus
Learn about the many inclusive communities and spaces on campus and listen to current students speak about their favorite resources.
- Read more about Oxy's Intercultural Community Center.
- Check out Oxy's Themed Living Communities, giving every students on campus a comfortable space to call home.
- The Lavender Lounge opened in October 2019 as a space for LGBTQIA+ students. Read more about the resources available to support Oxy's LGBTQIA+ community in our Queer & Trans Guide.
- Hear from veterans at Occidental and learn more about student veteran housing.
- Learn about Disability Services and community building for students with disabilities.
- Come along with Oxy's mascot Oswald as he checks out the resources available at the Emmons Health & Wellness Center.