Oberlin Alumni Magazine

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

For Menna Demessie ’02, meaningful change is more than an aspiration—it’s a profession.

Third-generation dairy farmer Sarah Lyons Chase ’10 is milking to the beat of a different drummer—and thriving in the process.