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The Future of the Arts

Marvin Krislov

Nationally recognized arts experts Aaron Dworkin, Jenny Gersten ’91, and Michael Kaiser Tuesday night in Kulas Recital Hall discussed “The Future of the Arts,” as part of the Oberlin Strategic Planning Speaker Series. They praised Oberlin for playing a significant and leading role in arts education and encouraged students to “follow your passion, follow your dreams, and create works that fulfill your vision.”

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What a Wonderful Week!

Marvin Krislov

This week marks Weill Week on campus, a series of events honoring the late Kurt Weill, including Oberlin Opera Theater’s presentation of Weill’s “Street Scene.” I have a special interest in this production. My wife and I have very brief cameos near the end of the show. I also want to welcome everyone who be joining us November 7 to 9 for Parents and Family Weekend. This year’s schedule of activities features an amazing range of attractions.

President Marvin Krislov

Friday Night Organ Pump - Halloween Edition

Office of Communications

Finney Chapel was stirring with all sorts of creatures and characters during Oberlin's Friday Night Organ Pump—Halloween edition on October 31. A sinister doctor, an all-too-real portrait, and a host

Opportunities Ahead

Marvin Krislov

As the temperatures cool and the trees explode with magnificent colors, we are reminded that it is time to start thinking about winter term, summer internships, and Election Day. New funding for quality, unpaid internships is available through the Career Center, which has declared 2014/2015 the “Year of the Internship.” Also, be sure to make your voice heard by going to the polls on Tuesday, November 4.

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Board of Trustees Update

Clyde S. McGregor

At the Board of Trustees' first meeting of the academic year on October 9 and 10, the board welcomed four new trustees and attended a presentation on diversity in higher education. It was also announced by the development staff that the Oberlin Illuminate Campaign has a current total of $236.5 million, which is in excess of 90 percent of the campaign’s $250 million goal.

Midterms are Just Around the Corner

Marvin Krislov

The collective anxiety level on campus is rising as students work on papers and projects, and prepare for exams. So be sure to take care of your mental and physical health. There are a variety of resources available through your class deans and the Dean of Student’s Office. And remember to take breaks, even if they’re brief.

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2014 Benefits Open Enrollment

Department of Human Resources

Benefits changes for 2015 include key administrative changes for flexible spending accounts, an opportunity to enroll for life insurance for you and your family without evidence of insurability, and for the first time, an opportunity to win a prize for enrolling for your benefits and/or giving online! Open enrollment for 2015 ends Friday, October 31, 2014.

New Chair in Politics and Law Honors Erwin Griswold

Marvin Krislov

Creating the new Erwin N. Griswold ’25 Chair in Politics and Law, and selecting Professor Ronald Kahn as its inaugural occupant, honors Oberlin’s traditions of great undergraduate teaching, outstanding scholarship by our faculty, and the dedication to public service and towering professional achievements of a great alum. I cannot think of a better inaugural professor than Ron Kahn, who has received a distinguished teaching award from Oberlin College, and from the Law and Courts Division of the American Political Science Association.