Occidental College, Private liberal arts college in Eagle Rock, Los Angeles, United States
Occidental College is a private liberal arts institution in Eagle Rock, northeast Los Angeles, California. The campus covers roughly 120 acres (49 hectares) on a hilltop and includes classroom buildings, dormitories, research centers, and athletic facilities.
Presbyterian ministers founded the institution in 1887 during the early growth of Los Angeles. It became independent of religious affiliation in 1910 and grew into a recognized educational center in California.
Theater performances, music concerts, and guest lectures bring students into contact with professionals from different industries throughout the academic year. Visitors can explore an art gallery on campus that hosts rotating exhibitions by contemporary and regional artists.
A shuttle service operated by the institution connects the campus regularly with different parts of Los Angeles, including museums, entertainment districts, and public transit stations. Visitors should note that the grounds are situated on a hill and may include steep paths in some areas.
Barack Obama studied here from 1979 to 1981 and delivered his first political speech on the campus steps. Several films and television series have been shot at this location, including scenes from well known American productions.
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