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Jason

Journalism at Oberlin

Jason Hewitt
April 28, 2019
Journalism isn’t offered as a major at Oberlin, but there are definitely opportunities for aspiring journalists here.
Elise outdoors on a summer day

My Long Road to Oberlin

Elise Steenburgh
April 22, 2019
I chose Oberlin when I was 10 years old, but I didn't commit until after I applied a second time while living abroad on my gap year. All Roads Lead to Oberlin, but my road was extra long.
Ruth Bieber-Stanley in the sun

Baby's First Conference!

Ruth Bieber-Stanley
April 16, 2019
One of Oberlin’s (many) strengths I considered as a prospective student was its small size and access to professors and undergraduate research opportunities.

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