Campus News

President Carmen Twillie Ambar celebrates the work and service of faculty and staff and recognizes those who have served Oberlin College and Conservatory for the milestones of 40, 35, 30, 25, 20, 15, 10 and 5 years.

The College of Arts and Sciences is delighted to announce that Danielle Abdon has joined Oberlin College as the director of fellowships and awards. Prior to joining Oberlin, she led the fellowships office at Rollins College, where she increased the average number of Fulbright applicants by 70 percent, reaching a record number of semi-finalists in the 2022-23 application cycle.

Jiann Lin served as East Asian Librarian for 38 years at Oberlin College, overseeing a collection of 26,000 volumes until his retirement in 2007. He also enjoyed translating Chinese poetry and history, collaborating on several projects with Longman Emeritus Professor of English David Young, who shares a remembrance of his friend and colleague. A memorial celebration of Jiann Lin’s life will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 25 at First Church in Oberlin.

As the inaugural human resources director of diversity and inclusion, Kristen Surla will play a key role in promoting a culture of inclusive excellence and advancing our strategic diversity hiring initiatives.

Oberlin's former interim general counsel will give insights on how constitutional issues impact students.

The Office of the Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary invites the Class of 2023, Faculty, and Staff to nominate candidates for the 2023 commencement speaker and the annual presentation of honorary degrees and award for distinguished service to the community.

Becky Bode and her team are responsible for maintaining the college’s grounds and those amazing flower pots in front of campus buildings. Read more about Bode in this installment of Who Am I?

Anthony Traska has been selected to lead the office of campus safety, bringing with him more than 20 years of experience in higher education.

The campus was abuzz this past weekend as alumni, families, and students took part in the return of several Commencement/Reunion Weekend traditions that included a performance by OCircus!, senior conservatory students, and Illumination in Tappan Square.

Megan Mitchell, academic engagement & digital initiatives coordinator for the Libraries, has added the role of CODEX Project Director for the Ohio Five to her portfolio, succeeding Jacob Heil of the College of Wooster in this position.