News
Oberlin Opens Selch Center for the Study of American Culture
September 29, 2016
Erich Burnett
Oct. 5 inauguration fulfills mission of the conservatory’s Selch Collection of American Music History.
![Paul Robeson seated at a piano, sharing a laugh with someone. Black and white photo.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/v2paul_robeson2_0.jpg?itok=DXVUQWFg)
The Oberlin Archives Turns 50
September 27, 2016
Justine Goode
In celebration of its 50th anniversary, the Oberlin Archives looks back on its history.
Gilman Scholarship Makes Study Abroad Possible
September 27, 2016
Amanda Nagy
The award fulfills international ambitions for students who otherwise wouldn’t be able to participate.
![aerial view of the west cost of Senegal](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/senegal_coast_0.jpg?itok=Z-bgvTCZ)
From Pianist to Analyst
September 21, 2016
Justine Goode
Rachael Shapiro ’16 made the leap from piano performance to corporate America, working as a private equity research analyst for Third Bridge, a Manhattan firm.
![Grand pianos in Warner Concert Hall](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/rs12659_p5250148r_0.jpg?itok=zKeWHeLx)
Zukerman Trio, Led by Violinist Pinchas Zukerman, Performs Sep. 30
September 20, 2016
Erich Burnett
Part of the Artist Recital Series, program will feature trios by Schubert and Shostakovich, plus selections from Glière.
![The Zukerman Trio](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/ars-zukerman-trio-photo-2_copy_0.jpg?itok=3ohyupuI)
Contemplating 'Time'
September 19, 2016
Justine Goode
As its centennial approaches, the Allen Memorial Art Museum reflects on how different artists and cultures have sought to capture the passage of time
![Students walk around the Ripin Gallery in the Allen Memorial Art Museum](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/rs62941_ober_art_rent_16_26_of_60_0a.jpg?itok=hnlYvQqS)
TIMARA's Peter Swendsen Discusses Premiere with Jennifer Torrence '09
September 18, 2016
Julie Gulenko '15
Inspired by Shakespeare's Tempest, What Noises Remain emphasizes percussion and field recordings from around the world.
![Peter Swendsen.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/swendsenheadshot.jpg?itok=QeJ4w6ht)
The Visionary Behind Art Rental
September 16, 2016
Amanda Nagy
In 1940, Ellen Johnson had a simple, brilliant idea: let students live with art for a semester.
![Two students walk away from the museum, each carrying a framed artwork.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/art_rental_leaving_0.jpg?itok=9x0Y_iIg)
Oberlin Jazz Finds Its Voice - and Its First Voice Teacher
September 14, 2016
Erich Burnett
Growing demand and collaborative opportunities lead to appointment of versatile singer La Tanya Hall.
![Professor Hall coaches a student singer](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/hall-studio-1-edit_3.jpg?itok=hUMkvq_l)
Safari Doctors Founder Umra Omar '06 Featured as CNN Hero
September 14, 2016
Communications Staff
Umra Omar ’06 provides free medical care to remote, insecure areas on the eastern coast of Kenya with her group Safari Doctors.
![Umra Omar ’06](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/umra_omar_cnn_hero_0.jpg?itok=VEbY9Kye)