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Oberlin’s new business major blends liberal arts values with the practical skills students need to launch a successful career on their own terms.

This December, Oberlin will present a concert version of Rhiannon Giddens’ award-winning opera, both at Finney Chapel in Oberlin and the Maltz Performing Arts Center in Cleveland. Surrounding it are all kinds of cross-disciplinary events for campus and community.

Specialist in early American slavery has earned acclaim for extensive research and writing on the subject.

Book, album and podcast reviews published in the summer 2024 Oberlin Alumni Magazine, including new works from Emily Nussbaum ’88, Sarah Lariviere ’97, and Milena Williamson ’17.

With Beak Restaurant, Renee Jakaitis Trafton ’07 is transforming the dining scene in Sitka, Alaska.

With a hit Netflix adaptation and a new book looming, Rumaan Alam ’99 isn’t leaving the world—or Oberlin—behind.

Edan Lepucki ’02 embraces the power of storytelling—with a little time travel on the side.

Third-generation dairy farmer Sarah Lyons Chase ’10 is milking to the beat of a different drummer—and thriving in the process.

Once OSCA’s membership secretary, Maggie Bayless ’77 now helps food entrepreneurs hone their businesses.

Grammy-winning musician and Oberlin alum will receive an honorary doctorate.