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Clear filtersA Brief Introduction to Old B
Thoughts on being part of the smallest of Oberlin's housing co-ops; written and illustrated by Nora, a veteran Old B member.Cardboard Box Season
I've been thinking a lot about seasons lately. My own year is really just beginning, as my time in Connecticut draws to a close and I prepare to move back to Ohio. It begins with a twice-annual ritual: packing cardboard boxes.
On Being OSCAn
It is not easy. But also: "It is rare to be a part of something big that is so tied to human nature and so hinges on humans communicating with humans." - Ma'ayan PlautThe Mechanics of OSCA
If you're wondering how co-ops run and what you will need to do once you are in them, this post is for you.
In My Room: The Positives and Negatives of My First-Year Experience
Spoiler alert: I started out without friends, ended up having a cool room, eventually made awesome friends, and witnessed some sustainability fails.
Chinwe's Adventures in Eco-land
Not quite down the rabbit hole, just over on East Lorain Street.
The Battle of South Campus
If it comes to pass that neither of these plans is favorable, it shall be known that Sci-Fi Hall and Classics Hall are officially "in a fight." Terms of war will be drafted, and we will meet you on the battlefield.
A Few Thoughts on Safe Spaces
What's a safe space, you ask? Good question. I'm not sure either.
A Room With a View
How Sarah and I acquired and are now curating the best double on campus: Tank 303.
Stacks on stacks on stacks, of stuff.
Hi, my name's Chinwe. I've got too much stuff and I'm terrible at packing.