Katherine Jolly Leads Conversation on the Spiritual as an American Genre
In a discussion produced by SongFest, four internationally renowned opera singers shared their thoughts on the spiritual as an American genre in the classical vocal world.
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Bench Partners
Two side-by-side wooden benches along Finney Chapel offer a place to chill pre-concert or a space for quiet reflection. Photo by Tanya Rosen-Jones ’97
Experience Oberlin
While some visit options have been suspended due to COVID-19, we have begun offering guided campus tours on a limited basis. Registration is required. We also offer a variety of dynamic virtual sessions for prospective students.
Recent News
Oberlin Holds Teach-in on the George Floyd Uprising
The panel session served as a space for faculty to share their perspectives and insights about the recent events.
A Jazz Legend Returns to the Road
Oberlin exhibition honoring bassist Milt Hinton visits historically black institutions across the U.S.
Writing to Be Read
An Oberlin collaboration with a Cleveland nonprofit helps students explore long-form writing—and expand their audience.
Awards and Honors
Oberlin faculty, students, and alumni compete for awards, scholarships, and fellowships that reward high achievement in disciplines across the board. From STEM fields to musical performance to art and more, Obies see their hard work recognized and supported by the most prestigious organizations in higher education.
How Organs Become Vital
International travel—and Oberlin opportunities—proved pivotal for Fulbright Finalist Celina Kobetitsch ’18.
From the Blogs
Oberlin students are innovators that not only adapt to situations but also change them for the better.
This year Oberlin couldn’t host All Roads. Instead, the college did something really clever, if I do say so myself.
While learning from home these past few months has been challenging, the invitation my teachers provided to think about the pandemic through so many different lenses has truly helped me make sense of what is going on in my own life and also the world.
Communication from President Ambar
President Carmen Twillie Ambar pens a letter to the Oberlin community offering hope and a path forward with a new initiative.
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“The liberal arts framework of Oberlin gives you the space to listen, and most importantly, to learn.”
Jules Greene ’19
