Oberlin Blogs

The Interfaith Day of Service is this Friday, 3:30 - 5:30. "Interfaith," in this case, means both among people of different religions and between people who are religious and those who aren't--an important factor to consider when dealing with Oberlin students.

I think I was happier this time than when Obama won in 2008; this year, I was more involved, I knew more, I canvassed, I voted --I was able to be a part of it. This win was my win, in a tiny, tiny way, and I had seen more of the other people whose win it was too.

Why this term is not as easy as I meant for it to be, featuring: a llama in a party hat, yours truly on a metaphorical balcony, and a quick historical linguistics lesson (among other things).

What do you do in the last week before the midterm break, when everyone is tired, sick, and overwhelmed? Bring in Lego®, of course.

Why is Dascomb the best freshman dorm on campus?

A question I ask of all my students.

What happens on election day in a small college town in Ohio?

Becca and I are obsessed with eating children's vitamins, listening to good folk music like The Civil Wars, and being the best of friends. Read on to learn about my experience living at Oberlin and living with another.

Leal, this one goes out to you.

Or, what #SoMeXco is all about and how our project is going to legit rock the world this weekend.

A virtual tour of my favorite places in Oberlin.

Let's be real-- classes aren't all that college is about.