Special Events

Oberlin hosts a range of special events organized and cosponsored by academic departments and offices across campus. Many of these events explore themes and subjects that address key issues of the day and encourage dialogue and problem-solving. Others are more social in nature that celebrate the extensive Oberlin community.


Homecoming Weekend

September 27 to September 29, 2024

Celebrating Juneteenth

June, 2024

Oberlin College Commencement

May 27, 2024

OCLIPSE: The 2024 Solar Eclipse at Oberlin

April 8, 2024

In Celebration of Toni Morrison: A Gesture of Love and Reflection

February 18, 2020

Presidential Inauguration: Carmen Twillie Ambar

October 4-6, 2018