The Oberlin blogs are produced by a team of current students, faculty, and staff who offer a variety of unfiltered perspectives about the Oberlin experience. We encourage you to interact with us as we explore Oberlin and document our adventures.
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October 31, 2020
Summer feels like a long time ago but was only a few months back.

February 11, 2020
A few things that are super important to learn before you arrive in the United States.

November 8, 2019
The admissions staff are all really friendly and were more than willing to let me tag along to show you guys how an Oberlin tour works.

October 28, 2019
I am very far from home.

October 18, 2019
I’ve only been here a month, and I already know it’s the best decision I’ve ever made.
November 17, 2016
My shifting thoughts over the last two weeks, with an eye to the coming admissions cycle.
May 27, 2016
The universe has funny ways of inviting us to reconnect with ourselves, especially when we're far from home.
September 16, 2015
So if studying in the US is just one of many options for international students, and the liberal arts is a subset of those options, and Oberlin is an even smaller choice within those already narrow decision frameworks... Well, why do I do what I do?

December 14, 2014
So instead of me studying, why don't I analyse these essays for your entertainment?
November 13, 2014
In the lead-up to our Early Decision deadline, I wanted to address some of the frequently asked questions we get from international students.
September 24, 2014
This fall, we're hosting four separate virtual panels on the Oberlin student experience so you learn directly from current students what it means to be an Obie!
November 15, 2010
Everyone has an Oberlin story, and I think the variety between them really gives you a sense of the kind of student body we represent here at Oberlin. So here's mine.