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… They hadn't seen each other since 1981, when Obama was preparing to transfer to Columbia University, and had … were just thrilled to be able to see the president. And me, too." According to Boesche, Obama greeted him by saying, … see you after all these years," and gave his old teacher a warm smile and firm handshake. "The last time I saw you I …
… in a concert-style reading of 20 mini-scripts, Laural Meade offered inspiration along with the invitation. … says Meade, who contributed a piece of her own. “This was the first time the event has functioned as a reunion for … New Play Festival “was a starting point for me as a writer” nearly two decades ago. He wrote two plays as a student, and …
… here within such a dynamic place as Los Angeles, has always attracted me. I’m also particularly impressed with the students and … under really difficult circumstances. What do you look forward to most about returning to campus? Getting the chance … courses in German language, literature and culture, always with an eye toward their mutual interaction and …
… This article was written for and originally published in The Occidental , … . By Abigail Montopoli Grant opened the record-breaking men’s 800 freestyle relay Feb. 19 with a new record for his … [as part of a relay team], it can be special in different ways,” Grant said. “Obviously, you feel very proud of the …
… Dear Campus Community, During my time at Oxy, I have witnessed firsthand how our students, … than ever. Longer answer: I write this having recently left Washington, D.C. where I met with members of the California … during a week of higher education advocacy. My message was clear: higher education plays a vital role in advancing …
… saw the culmination of their efforts during the day-long Summer Research Conference, when 96 of the 123 student … I’m good at – reading, conducting research, and writing. It was also a really good opportunity for me to learn something … by the Ford Foundation Research Fellows Program, the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, the National Institutes of …
… Facebook page in February, we issued a call for alumni memories of classic campus pranks. Bill Cohen '89 promptly … California—for the details. There used to be an area to wash our cars between Newcomb Hall and the entrance to the College. After washing my '68 Mustang one day during the fall quarter, I …
… The first time Esperanza Spalding performed at the White House, it was February 2009, and she performed “Overjoyed” on the … too,” Spalding assured her. Getting feedback from Spalding “was surreal,” says Selna, who began singing when she was 10. … Four-time Grammy winner Esperanza Spalding sparkled in the …
… China. Given that they didn’t speak any English, Kevin was immersed in Mandarin early on. He arrived Oxy with a lingering … interest in both Chinese language and history, and was particularly inspired by Professor Alexander Day ’s …
… I hadn’t put too much thought into it at the time because of the admissions priorities, but I was nervous about it because of my brother’s not-so-great … at another college. I had some knowledge of the process; it was similar to a dating profile or questionnaire: it would …