Campus News
A message from President Krislov
January 29, 2017
Marvin Krislov
Like so many of you, I am deeply concerned by the President’s executive order banning or freezing immigration from seven predominantly Muslim nations. Oberlin has a long and proud history of embracing diversity, inclusion, freedom of religion, and internationalism. In response to the ban, we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all members of our community regardless of immigration status or national origin.
Icicle bicycle
January 24, 2017
Communications Staff
It’s simple to navigate Oberlin’s 440-acre campus, and many students, faculty, and staff choose to do so via bicycle. With bike racks in front of most buildings, it can be easy to...
Chess club brings home fourth trophy
January 18, 2017
Hillary Hempstead
On December 30, 2016, the Oberlin College Chess Club competed in the Pan-American Intercollegiate Chess Championship in New Orleans, where they won the best small college division for the fourth consecutive year.
Warner Center Winter
January 18, 2017
Communications Staff
Oberlin in January means a mix of winter weather conditions, from powdery snow to freezing rain that coats tree branches and sidewalks. Constructed of Ashlar sandstone and originally built as a...
Share Your Winter Term Photos for a Chance to Win an Oberlin College Swag Bag
January 11, 2017
Office of Communications
The Office of Communications is offering current Oberlin College and Conservatory students who are completing winter-term projects this January the opportunity to win one of three Oberlin College swag bags by participating in its 2017 Instagram (@oberlincollege) winter term photo contest.
Graduates Awarded Fellowships in Asia
January 11, 2017
Hillary Hempstead
Beginning this summer, eight graduates will live and work in Asia to build language fluency, cross-cultural skills, and lasting relationships.
Friday Night Organ Pump
December 29, 2016
Communications Staff
President Marvin Krislov took part in the fun at December’s Organ Pump at midnight in Finney Chapel. Originally intended to present the organ as an instrument independent of religious...
Chamber Orchestra
December 26, 2016
Communications Staff
Conducted by Raphael Jiménez on December 6, 2016, this concert by the Oberlin Chamber Orchestra featured Professor of Violin Gregory Fulkerson in his performance of the Beethoven Violin Concerto...
Curricular Collaboration in Detroit
December 22, 2016
Communications Staff
A curricular collaboration took place when two classes visited Detroit to meet with community members who are leading the charge for sustainability and revitalization efforts in the city's predominantly African American neighborhoods.
Marimba Christmas
December 22, 2016
Communications Staff
Oberlin Conservatory’s percussionists perform holiday selections under the direction of Michael Rosen, director of the Division of Woodwinds, Brass, and Percussion and professor of...
