Campus News
The Key to Professional Success
October 16, 2013
Marvin Krislov
Two recent articles say that studying music and treating failure as an opportunity for growth are practices that lead to success in professional and life endeavors.
Seniors Link In
October 13, 2013
Communications Staff
The Senior-to-Senior Networking event, held Thursday, October 10, allowed members of the graduating class to get advice from their peers on the routes they are taking or are planning to take after graduation.
Conservatory Launches New Master's Degree Program
October 11, 2013
Cathy Strauss
The Oberlin Conservatory is accepting applications for its new Master of Contemporary Chamber Music (MCCM) program. The MCCM is designed for preexisting chamber ensembles that already perform...
Changes to Health Care Plans for 2014
October 9, 2013
Cynthia Nickoloff
There are several changes to the college health care plans for 2014. Please read this overview of changes before deciding on coverage for 2014. Open enrollment for 2014 coverage ends October 31, 2013.
Everything Oberlin
October 9, 2013
Communications Staff
A new mobile app delivers everything Oberlin to the palm of your hand.
Theory of Mind and the Liberal Arts
October 9, 2013
Marvin Krislov
A recent study shows that reading literary fiction cultivates in readers the ability to imagine the interior lives of complex people. It also underscores the importance of the humanities in general in cultivating understanding of others and empathy.
eighth blackbird's Mini Residency
October 8, 2013
Erich Burnett
On Friday, October 4, eighth blackbird, the three-time Grammy winning contemporary chamber music ensemble founded by conservatory alumni, joined the Contemporary Music Ensemble in a performance featuring original works by Oberlin faculty members Tom Lopez and Peter Swendsen, as well as composer-in-residence Benjamin Broening.
Welcome Home
October 2, 2013
Marvin Krislov
This weekend, we celebrate with our neighbor, Kendal at Oberlin, and with our athletes—past and present—and our friends.
The End of Coal
October 1, 2013
Cynthia Nickoloff
The days of coal on Oberlin’s campus are numbered. Conversion of the Central Heating Plant begins October 14.
How Would a Government Shutdown Affect Higher Education?
September 30, 2013
Communications Staff
If Congress fails to pass a stopgap-spending bill today and the government shuts down, the immediate effect on colleges and students will be minimal according to the Department of Education.
