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Oberlin Community Remembers a Beloved Retired Professor
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A member of Oberlin faculty for 13 years, Peggy Bennett was known by students and the Oberlin community for creating and leading MusicPlay, a preschool classroom and learning lab run as part of the
Eric Rooks Named Director of Campus Safety at Oberlin
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Longtime public servant emphasizes collaborative partnerships and kindness.
New School Year Brings New Locations for Campus Offices, Departments
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Renovations to historic buildings and arrival of brand-new spaces energize campus heading into fall.
Wilder Hall Enters Second Phase of Renovation
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Construction focuses on upgrades to the third floor; expected completion in summer 2026.
Oberlin Community Remembers a Dedicated Professor of Voice
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A member of the Oberlin faculty for 40 years, Marlene Rosen was known by her students and colleagues as a kind and supportive teacher who valued her connections with students and remained influential
Oberlin Community Mourns the Loss of Retired Professor Daune Mahy
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A beloved professor of voice for 39 years, Mahy is remembered as an exceptional teacher and dedicated mentor.
Robert W. Fuller ’56, 10th President of Oberlin College, Dies at 88
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Robert “Bob” Works Fuller ’56, the 10th president of Oberlin College, died July 15, 2025, in Berkeley, California.
Larry Shinn, Former Danforth Professor of Religion, Dies at 83
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Popular faculty member taught at Oberlin from 1970 to 1984.
Heidi Scott ’23, Talented Scientist, Athlete, and Musician, Dies at 27
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Biology alum was pursuing graduate studies in virology at Queen’s University.
Longman Professor Emeritus of English and Creative Writing David Young Dies at 88
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Longman Professor Emeritus of English and Creative Writing David Young died on Saturday, May 3. He was 88.
An esteemed poet, translator, editor, and scholar, Young taught at Oberlin between 1961
