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Communications Staff
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Theory of Mind and the Liberal Arts
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
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
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
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?
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.
Coming Home to Oberlin
Communications Staff
Indie-folk singer/songwriter Lucy Wainwright Roche ’03 played the second date of her 2013 fall tour at the Cat in the Cream on Thursday, September 26. Afterward, she posted on her Facebook page,

Enjoy Oberlin’s Village Green
Marvin Krislov
Some of Oberlin’s most memorable moments occur in the lovely, 13-acre park we call Tappan Square. Thanks to Charles Martin Hall, whose vision and legacy made it a green space open to all.

Scammers Target Oberlin Classifieds Sellers
Communications Staff
Scammers have recently targeted individuals selling items on Oberlin Classifieds. Please follow these e-commerce safety guidelines when using Oberlin Classifieds or any online marketplace.
Up-to-Date Directory Information Available Online
Communications Staff
Did you know that the People Search module in Blackboard retrieves directory information that is updated twice a day, every day? Also available on Blackboard are several 2013-14 directory documents that you can download as pdfs.