Oberlin Blogs

What exactly should every Oberlin graduate know and be able to do by the time they walk up to the commencement stage? How do we know that she knows? And how do we make sure that her coursework allows her to actually learn it?

In which I attempt to share my glorious friends with the world.

The idea is simple. I have to make one thing every day - anything from a wolf hat with headphones sewn into the brim to the slightly ambiguous "important arrangements."

A series of vignettes about my musical experiences at Oberlin.

Since it's Winter Term right now, I've slacked off a little bit on my mail checking routine because the inflow of mail is even less than normal.

In which I embrace my future as a possible spoon player in a bluegrass band (though it's still more likely that I will be a teacher).

Winter Term co-ops and cinnamon rolls! Includes lots and lots of process pictures, a la Ma'ayan.

When I first came to Oberlin in the fall of 2007 - yes, I am old - I knew basic library skills, but never really had to use a library for an extensive research project. Thank you, California public education.

I always enjoy hearing Oberlin mentioned in the news, even the fake news, but I was particularly pleased with this Daily Show moment.

As is the case in many liberal circles, Christianity tends to conjure up images of repression, Jesus camp, and conservatives.

A series of vignettes on my Oberlin birthdays.

On existing outside of Oberlin, Oberlin affecting my thinking, thinking about food, and food for thought.