Oberlin Blogs

December 18th being the day I came home. My feelings on winter term, David Bowie, and turning 20.

Winter Term is what you make it! For me, it's all about going out into the world and taking risks - and I love it.

I've only attempted this daring stunt once before, and that quickly faded into obscurity. Before I started working on this story, the longest piece I had ever written for the screen was a teleplay of 40 pages or so. In comparison, feature-lengths are at least 90 pages, give or take, so I knew this project would keep me busy during my birthday month.

When it comes to being a college student and experiencing exhaustion, there is a lot of similarity across experience but general silence around what to (proactively) do about it. So let's talk!

What did I do during the 42 days I was away from Oberlin? Find out here!

The first part of my productivity reflection for Winter Term, a part of the year that feels ... well, different!

A few words for prospective conservatory students on how to succeed at your Oberlin audition.

Time marches on, circumstances change, and suddenly home isn't home anymore...

This winter break, I had the wonderful opportunity of being able to host my fellow Oberlin friend, Jenny, from China.

Oberlin has been in the news a lot recently. Oberlin students have been portrayed as "oversensitive." But are they?

Adventure and food poisoning!

After a very busy semester, I learn that maybe I can't do it all.