Find a chronological listing of the community messages that were sent to Oxy students, faculty and staff during Summer and Fall 2020. Key messages include Spanish translations.

Additional COVID cases on campus

Announcing two new positive COVID-19 cases among our staff members and two among our off campus student workers so far this week. Review our testing data

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Return to campus instructions for the spring semester

As students who have been specially approved to live on campus prepare to return in the spring, there are a number of things we are asking them to do in advance of their arrival. The College also wants to make them aware of the expectations for being on campus this spring.

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New COVID cases on campus

Announcing three new positive COVID-19 cases among our staff members this week. Review our testing data

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International Students: Spring Semester 2021 Instruction

In a follow up to President Elam’s November 30 spring update, international students requiring a hybrid option can be accommodated on a case-by-case basis.

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Spring Semester Tuition Credit

Consistent with the approach adopted this fall, all Occidental students who enroll full time in the Spring 2021 semester will receive a one-time $1,500 tuition credit for that semester.

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New COVID Cases on Campus & an Important Message

Following Thanksgiving break, our testing identified three positive cases of COVID-19. This represents a significant and detrimental increase in our positivity rates that calls for a recommitment of our community to keep each other safe. Review our testing data

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Spring Semester - Implications for Staff

In January, the spring semester will begin remotely. Learn more about what this means from a staffing perspective—both for employees who have been on furlough for extended periods this semester and those that have not. Leer en español

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Updated Plans for Spring 2021

President Elam updates the Oxy community on the College’s plans for the Spring 2021 semester and the continuation of remote instruction. Leer en español

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Housing Petition Information for Spring 2021

Some important decisions regarding spring housing have been made as the campus awaits a comprehensive spring update from President Elam in early December.

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New COVID-19 case on campus

In keeping with our protocols, we are sharing the news that one of our staff members recently tested positive for COVID-19. 

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