Here you will find a repository of important communications from President Elam to the Occidental community during his tenure as 16th president.

Optimism in Challenging Times

A message of optimism from President Elam as we look toward the Spring 2021 semester.

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Campus Safety officer’s unauthorized face mask

President Elam responds to a serious issue on campus regarding unathorized attire.

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Election Day 2020

A message of support from President Elam pertaining to the upcoming election day.

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Discontinuation of Oxy Football

President Elam, Dean Flot and Director of Athletics Shanda Ness share the news about the program’s discontinuation and the rationale for this difficult decision.

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Fall Semester Update for Parents

Three weeks into the Fall 2020 semester, President Elam offers an update on the status of the College.

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Fall Semester Update for Alumni

Three weeks into the Fall 2020 semester, President Elam offers an update on the status of the College.

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Greetings from President Harry J. Elam, Jr.

Dear Occidental Community:

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George Floyd and Anti-Blackness

A message on behalf of the College’s leadership in response to the killing of George Floyd, a Black man who died in police custody on May 26.

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