News
Rumi Shammin Researching Rohingya Refugee Crisis in Bangladesh
June 28, 2019
Erin Ulrich ’18
Associate Professor of Environmental Studies Rumi Shammin is researching the environmental and social aspects of the Rohingya refugee crisis in Bangladesh.
![Rumi Shammin (second from left) at the Kutupalong-Balukhali expansion site in Bangladesh Rumi Shammin stands with three people in front of sign that reads "Beat Plastic Pollution." Photo.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/refugees_and_resilience_header_photo.jpg?itok=RhWKciqs)
“From the Classroom to the Boardroom”
June 27, 2019
Communications Staff
This episode of An Oberlin Minute features students in the Ashby Business Scholars Program during their on-campus intensive on business professionalism and networking.
![Business tools (briefcase, laptop, etc.) Illustration.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/business_scholars_illustration.png?itok=Vw-eaiPO)
Postgrad Research at the FDA: Gabby Walsh ’18
June 26, 2019
Erin Ulrich ’18
Biology and biochemistry graduate Gabby Walsh ’18 is working as a postbaccalaureate fellow at the Food and Drug Administration.
![Gabby Walsh ’18 Gabby Walsh in the lab. Photo.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/gabby_walsh_headshot.jpeg?itok=aCXJ3J7j)
History to Consulting: Samir Husain ’18
June 24, 2019
Erin Ulrich ’18
History graduate Samir Husain ’18 is working as an associate consultant at Maryville Consulting Group.
![Samir Husain ’18 Samir smiling outdoors. Photo.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/samir_husain_headshot.jpg?itok=EKPeWWRH)
Oberlin Students Engage in Experiential Learning at Sea
June 24, 2019
Erin Ulrich ’18
Through Sea Education Association (SEA) programs, Oberlin students learn in a new classroom: the ocean.
![Gail Johnson ’20 (far right) with SEA Semester students Three people leaning against each other, smiling on a boat. Photo.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/sea_semester_photo_header.jpg?itok=bMl44qwL)
TIMARA Retreat for Girls Fosters Creativity through STEAM
June 24, 2019
Conservatory Communications Staff
"GEAR" introduces young learners to a world of often-overlooked opportunities.
![young girls playing with electrical projects](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/gear_pic_2019.png?itok=8j9lYpaD)
‘‘Diving into the Art World’’
June 20, 2019
Communications Staff
This episode of An Oberlin Minute spotlights the Practicum in Museum Education winter term, which explores the Allen Memorial Art Museum and familiarizes students with museum education and gallery teaching.
![Museum gallery. Illustration.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/amam_illustration.png?itok=BnnBwmH5)
A Conversation with Rachel Eveleth, Assistant Professor of Geology
June 19, 2019
Communications Staff
With a background in oceanography, Eveleth brings a broad earth system perspective to the geology department.
![Rachel Eveleth portrait woman in light blue sweater and while top seated for photo.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/racheleveleth_portrait-tanya.jpg?itok=AH1g5gMc)
Running the Marathon of Campaign Work: León Pescador ’18
June 10, 2019
Jane Hobson ’22
León Pescador ’18 is working as the finance director on Democratic nominee Dan Helmer’s campaign for the Virginia House of Delegates in the 40th District.
![León Pescador ’18 A smiling León Pescador wearing darak t-shirt.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/leon_p_header_photo.jpg?itok=pnnccceS)
Cooper International Competition Celebrates 10 Years in July
June 7, 2019
Erich Burnett
Two dozen violinists vie for share of $40K in cash prizes.
![violinist Johan Dalene performs at the 2017 Cooper Competition. violinist Johan Dalene performs at the 2017 Cooper Competition.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/rs82619_obl072117_976.jpg?itok=TGHitLY2)