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After Oberlin

What lies ahead for Oberlin graduates? They’ve risen to the challenge of rigorous academics, they’ve pursued their passions and taken advantage of real-world experience, and now they’re ready to forge their own paths.

Follow recent grads as they land in highly coveted positions and career-making internships and graduate programs.

Voices Carry

Grammy-certified vocalist and viola da gamba player Ari Mason ’14 finds her niche in video games, films, and a vocal library.

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London Calling

March 13, 2025

For Tracy Chevalier ’84, the Oberlin-In-London program was a magical, intense period of cultural and intellectual stimulation. As the beloved study-away experience celebrates 50 years, the New York Times best-selling author looks back on the semester she spent studying and living in London.

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Added Value

January 30, 2025

How alums connect with current Obies (and provide mentorship and career experience) via the Internship+ program.

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Good For the Soul

January 28, 2025

The Boston kosher restaurant Lehrhaus offers award-winning food amid a brain-nourishing atmosphere.

Charlie Schwartz in the restaurant.

Beyond the Writing Center: Abbie Patchen ’24

November 7, 2024

Abbie Patchen ’24 is a JD candidate at the UNC School of Law. At Oberlin Abbie minored in Writing & Communication. Here, she reflects on how her Oberlin courses and professors shaped her approach to learning and writing.

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The Power of Thinking Local

August 13, 2024

With Beak Restaurant, Renee Jakaitis Trafton ’07 is transforming the dining scene in Sitka, Alaska.

Renee Jakaitis Trafton in her restaurant's kitchen

Writing The Future

August 13, 2024

With a hit Netflix adaptation and a new book looming, Rumaan Alam ’99 isn’t leaving the world—or Oberlin—behind.

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Sound and Vision, Summer 2024

August 13, 2024

Book, album and podcast reviews published in the summer 2024 Oberlin Alumni Magazine, including new works from Emily Nussbaum ’88, Sarah Lariviere ’97, and Milena Williamson ’17.

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Time of the Season

July 29, 2024

Edan Lepucki ’02 embraces the power of storytelling—with a little time travel on the side.

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