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… my interest in social and political causes, and filled me with the idea that my voice could make a difference,” … by Oxy’s most famous alumnus. Each Obama Scholar will be awarded a four-year scholarship, providing loan-free funding … in business, medicine, or journalism, whatever avenue they want to pursue—we want to make sure that they’re equipped to …
… exploited with dismaying regularity. My height served me better on the basketball court in high school, but I … male to win a gold medal. More than 50 years later, it was the same standard of excellence that propelled Jonathan and Robert Dohring '08 toward their one-two finishes in the one- and three-meter …
… job at Oxy, veteran politics professor Larry Caldwell told me, "No matter what we do, we seem to raise the same $12 … fiscal year. I will be the first to admit that there is always an element of the unpredictable in fundraising. No one … while the model we use to assess financial need is broken. Nearly three-quarters of our students receive some form of …
… The life of Eugene Lang, who died April 8 at the age of 98, was a classic rags-to-riches story. Born in New York City, the child of immigrants, he grew up in a tenement apartment. He was working in a Manhattan restaurant when a chance … Friend, Mentor, and Model Philanthropist …
… editor of this magazine, I listened when Carolyn brought me a story idea. She encouraged us to profile Tetsuo Otsuki, … Harton Orr Professor of Chemistry—her good friend Dr. O—who was battling cancer with the support of his former student, … focus, and concern, and a rapid effectiveness that was nearly unparalleled. In an age when the non-response …
… Manhattan and take academic classes while interning full-time at a United Nations-related agency. Thanks to a … cultural offerings in New York; supports student travel to Washington, D.C.; and makes it possible to bring U.N. … or are based in Geneva or the Hague.) "The program was my first foray into the world of world of diplomacy and …
… March 30th, through Friday, April 10th Students must meet with their assigned faculty adviser during the Advising … you a note indicating you have had an advising session. Forward that note to the Advising Center in order to retrieve … (GAR) This application is found in myOxy under the “My Gateway” link. Review your progress toward completing your Core …
… reduction is a set of practical strategies and ideas aimed at reducing negative consequences associated with drug … you’re throwing a party or attending, there are many ways to ensure you’re keeping yourself, your friends, and … our Wellness Carts, located in the JSC, Library, and Emmons waiting room. Mixing Substances Can Be Dangerous Knowing how …
… has grappled with significant challenges stemming from the war in Gaza. These events have deeply impacted many members of our community. In response to the need for … and Dialogue (PAGCD) to chart a constructive path forward. After convening throughout the fall semester, the …
… to all incoming Oxy first-years* Course Description In summer 2024, the Humanities for Just Communities summer virtual course will introduce students to the range of ways Humanities disciplines—including Art History, Black … students will complete some asynchronous work: they will watch a recorded lecture, complete an assigned reading, and …