Oberlin Blogs

I looked back at my parents, checking in that it was ok to talk to strangers. They conceded with their eyes that as long as I was in Ohio it was also fine to get into windowless vans and take candy from old women in tall pointed hats.

Keeping up with the Plauts, or how I talked to my family when I was in college.

Why college? Is it the only option? When you get here, what will you find here? College is a beautiful fancy world but from time to time we must all ask ourselves... what do I do it for?

Thoughts on last-minute costumes, fall break, and candy.

Guest Blogger Kris Surovjak details how she reduced her environmental impact during this fall's travel season by renting a bike and biking across the Pacific Northwest.

In which I regale you with the legend of my wait for the elusive Amtrak train at Elyria's train station, and discuss Fall Break and midterms briefly.

Meet Israel Gutierrez, fourth-year bass trombonist here at Oberlin Conservatory.

I return home and feel all the feelings.

Besides, how much could happen in five days? A lot, Molly. A lot can happen in five days.

Getting back to the grind on campus entails a lot. Let's have a conversation about mental health and wellness, specifically for returning folks.

Posts about classes are always the best posts.

or How I Get to Oberlin or The Perks of Life in the Rust Belt