Oberlin Blogs

I have met some amazing folks.

I still think it’s remarkable that it's possible to take a leaf that I held in my hand, and get to a point where I can know the exact genetic sequence that lies deep in the nucleus of the plant cells.

A small part of me was pretty nervous for when I would encounter what I didn’t know.

The atmosphere of a school is more than just academics—it is made up of those tiny, everyday interactions and observations that define one’s relation to a place.

There were many things I didn’t expect about Oberlin.

I did not necessarily choose Oberlin, but rather Oberlin chose me.

I am very far from home.

I have always been a writer.

Very recently, I have been taking strides to make more friends, not acquaintances.

Fall break came around at the perfect time.

I happen to have a doppelgänger. Her name is Rosa, she is 17, and we share 50 percent of our DNA. Last weekend, she came to Oberlin. That’s right, my (taller) younger sister visited me to see my big girl college life.

I’ve only been here a month, and I already know it’s the best decision I’ve ever made.