2024: The Year in Photos

The Communications Office

Look back on the past year through the lens of Occidental College photographer and videographer Marc Campos, as well as freelance photographers John Valenzuela and Sam Leigh.

Ranging from moments of triumph to casual moments of connection, we narrowed down an eventful year's worth of photography to our twelve favorites. As we approach the end of 2024, take a moment to look back and enjoy these vibrant snapshots of the Occidental experience.

An Occidental College student sings into a mic on Apollo night, wearing a hot pink dress
R’Anna Donastorg ’27 (who won first prize) performs during Apollo Night, one of Oxy's biggest talent showcases, on Feb. 23 in Thorne Hall. The event is sponsored by ASOC and hosted by the Black Student Alliance (BSA) as part of Black History Month. Photo by Marc Campos.

 

A line of Occidental College students on a shadowy stage during a Dance Pro dress rehearsal
Occidental College students at a dress rehearsal for Dance Production, one of Oxy's longstanding traditions, in Thorne Hall on March 21. Photo by John Valenzuela.

 

The Occidental College men's soccer team having a pizza party with President Elam and his wife Michele
Former Occidental College President Harry Elam and his wife Michele Elam host the men's soccer team for a pizza party at the Annenberg President's House on March 27. The event was held to celebrate the team’s championship season. Photo by Marc Campos.

 

An Occidental College lacrosse player jumps into the air triumphantly, smiling.
Dylan Herbert ’25 jumps into the air joyfully as the Occidental College lacrosse team plays against Willamette University on March 27 on Patterson Field. Photo by Sam Leigh.

 

a young woman wearing solar eclipse glasses holds her hands to her mouth in surprise as she looks up at the eclipse in the sky
The Occidental College Department of Physics hosts a viewing of the North American solar eclipse on Monday, April 8 in front of the Hameetman Science Center. Students, staff, and faculty participated. Photo by Marc Campos.

 

Occidental College students performing the play “Legally Blonde” during a dress rehearsal in Keck Theater on April 18. The play was directed by Wanlass Visiting Artist Dawn Monique Williams. Photo by Marc Campos.
Occidental College students performing the play “Legally Blonde” during a dress rehearsal in Keck Theater on April 18. The play was directed by Wanlass Visiting Artist Dawn Monique Williams. Photo by Marc Campos.

 

Occidental College students wading in Gilman Fountain on campus after Commencement
The Occidental College community celebrated the Class of 2024 during Oxy’s 142nd Commencement ceremony on May 19 in the Remsen Bird Hillside Theater. These students are taking a traditional dip in Gilman Fountain on campus. Photo by Marc Campos.

 

A black dog lays flat on the ground while looking up at a group of people standing around him
Assistant Professor of Psychology Zachary Silver, his students, and his dog Maritza in the Canine Intelligence Lab in Swan Hall, June 25. Photo by Marc Campos.

 

Occidental College President Tom Stritikus stands at a podium in front of a large crowd of people in Remsen Bird Hillside Theater on campus
Occidental College President Tom Stritikus welcomes incoming first-years from the Class of 2028 and their families at the Welcome to Oxy! A Community Celebration event during Orientation week in Remsen Bird Hillside Theater, Aug. 19. Photo by Marc Campos.

 

A group of Occidental College students crowd around Jane Fonda, on campus for a speaking event.
Occidental College welcomed Academy Award-winning actor and activist Jane Fonda to campus on Oct. 1, when she spoke with Greg Dalton ’86 about her decades-long commitment to sustainability, climate justice, and voting rights. Photo by Marc Campos.

 

Two Occidental College students walking through a neighborhood in Allentown, PA, canvassing as part of Campaign Semester
Sophomores Rachel Obbard, left, and Cady Carr canvass a neighborhood in Allentown, Pennsylvania, 25 days before Election Day. The two were in Pennsylvania working for Rep. Susan Wild and were among 23 Occidental students spread across 14 states participating in Campaign Semester this fall. Photo by Marc Campos.

 

Occidental College students from the Black Students Association playing around as part of a Pie Day fundraiser. President Tom Stritikus joins in.
Occidental College students having fun at the Pie an E-Board Member event, a Black Student Alliance (BSA) fundraiser in the Academic Quad on Nov. 14. Photo by Marc Campos.
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