Experience Commencement
Oberlin College invites graduating seniors to participate in an in-person celebration shared virtually with their parents, family members, alumni, and friends in a uniquely Oberlin way. More details will be shared shortly!
Senior Week & Commencement Celebrations
Academic departments and offices will offer students opportunities to celebrate and attend virtual events in the days leading up to May 14, 2021. Activities range from academic open houses to readings, and virtual games to recognition programs. A full schedule will be posted online with more information soon!
Check out what we did last year
Senior Class Gift
The class of 2021 is raising money to help make Oberlin more financially accessible for all students. Join us by making a gift to student scholarships, or any other fund, department, or organization on campus today!
Seniors who donate a total of $20 before the end of the academic year—or make a recurring gift for $5 quarterly—will receive a Philanthropy Cord!
Make a gift
Class of 2021 Parent and Family Tributes
Oberlin College is delighted to recognize the parents and family members of the Class of 2021 who have made special gifts to celebrate their students’ achievement and support the college for the benefit of all.
Please view our honor roll for an alphabetical listing of parent and family donors. We will continue to display and periodically update this list through June 30, 2021. To make a gift, visit go.oberlin.edu/parents. Please indicate the name of your student in the “Comments” box.
Please view the congratulatory remarks from the parents of the Class of 2021. If you are the parent or family member of a 2021 Obie, you're welcome to create your own congratulatory message.
Congratulatory Yard Signs for Your Grad
Congratulate your Obie with a yard sign! Take this 18" x 24" design to a local or online print shop (Office Depot, Staples, etc.) and make a sign for your yard. Don’t have a yard? You can also use this file to make a poster or sign for your window or door, or to share on social media or as a Zoom backdrop. Enjoy!
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