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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.
The Power of Thinking Local
With Beak Restaurant, Renee Jakaitis Trafton ’07 is transforming the dining scene in Sitka, Alaska.
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Milena Williamson ’17 Takes Ownership of the Word ‘Poet’
July 12, 2018
A double major in creative writing and English, Williamson was selected for this spring’s Poetry Ireland Introductions Series and received an award for emerging poets in Ireland.
Bringing Science to Life Through Journalism
June 19, 2018
A love of the sciences, paired with a stint at the Oberlin College Library, led Dyani Sabin to a career in science journalism.
Opera Singer Kathryn Leemhuis ’05 Reflects on Her Oberlin Advantage
June 4, 2018
Accomplished mezzo-soprano serves as guest faculty at Summer Vocal Academy, performs June 15.
Homegrown Scientist
March 26, 2018
Being in the presence of a Nobel laureate, a baby alligator, and like-minded researchers helped solidify Naviya Schuster-Little’s decision to apply to graduate school over medical school.
From Public Service to Public Radio
March 19, 2018
A dedicated Bonner Scholar, Anthony Moaton ’17 finds an unexpected calling as a journalism fellow for an NPR affiliate in New Haven, Connecticut.
Researching Treatments for Adolescent Eating Disorders
February 28, 2018
A strong relationship with her mentor and field experience in college helped Alexa L’Insalata ’17 land her ideal first job as a clinical research coordinator for Stanford University’s Eating Disorders Research Program.
Returning to Campus with New Perspective
December 11, 2017
Fulbright winner Taiyo Scanlon-Kimura ’15 traveled to Japan for 10 months to study sustainability and local food systems as drivers of rural economies and communities.
Sparking Interest in Sexual Health Education
November 29, 2017
Just a few months after graduating, Tory Sparks ’17 has landed her dream job as a community outreach educator with Planned Parenthood. She’s stationed in the organization’s Washtenaw County location in Michigan, where she works with high schoolers.
Turning a Passion Into a Career
October 23, 2017
Nolan Boomer ’16 cultivated a passion for book arts, curatorial practices, and architectural history, giving him the tools to pursue a self-curated career in the arts.
Traveling with Teresa Tippens '15
September 19, 2017
Teresa Tippens ’15 recently returned from a two-year Oberlin Shansi fellowship teaching English in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
Kate Frost ’15 Tackles Medical Goals
July 17, 2017
Kate Frost ’15 majored in biology and neuroscience and minored in chemistry. The Oberlin alum knew early on that she was on a science track. Today she’s completing her first year of medical school at Vanderbilt University.
From Chemistry to Circus
May 10, 2017
Hayley Larson '14 teaches at Aloft Circus Arts and Aerial Dane Chicago and performs as Duo Filamental.
