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Rock on
Oberlin has a tradition that is not daring but endearing. It's probably not among the oldest but it is recurring. And I had a chance to experience this innocuous tradition first hand.
A Very Steampunk Thanksgiving!
At Oberlin, my friends are my family. They're all different: what they look like, what they care about, where they're from. But they're my people.
Open Access!
Much of the cutting-edge knowledge about the world is out of reach for most of the people who inhabit that world. But access to knowledge is a good in and of itself.
Trees
I spent last Saturday afternoon planting trees. 'Planting trees' sounds like a euphemism for something dirty. But it's not. I actually spent the afternoon planting trees.Thai Me A River
In this post: 90s pop, teamwork, and things that make your stomach rumble.Application time!
"You haven't written your application essays yet? Well get crackin'!" --A Pamphlet on applying to (not too many!) Colleges; Plus, a few modest Examples are included for the perusal of the curious Reader.Silkscreening is cool.
A weekend of mixing inks, emulsing screens, printing posters, and a well-deserved burrito.
Recommendation Letters!
Some answers about who should write yours, what forms to use, and all that fun stuff.Choosing Colleges vs. Choosing Fishmongers
There are a few differences between the liberal arts colleges and fish markets, though. Liberal arts colleges generally smell better, for instance.
Oberlin Bloggers
Learn about the Oberlin experience from a group of students, faculty, and staff who have a variety of perspectives about what it's like to be a part of the Oberlin community.
