Campus News
Longman Professor Emeritus of English and Creative Writing David Young Dies at 88
Office of Communications
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

Oberlin to Launch Online Bookstore, Reenvisioned Campus Shop
Office of Communications
Modernized approach offers simplified ordering of course materials and emphasizes high-quality Oberlin merchandise—in a welcoming space at the heart of campus.

Oberlin Conservatory Community Mourns the Loss of Retired Professor Randolph Coleman
Conservatory Communications Staff
Coleman left a lasting legacy in the Conservatory, having created the two-year module program in composition that shaped how students learned for 20 years. He served as chair of the Composition

Tina Zwegat Receives 2025 YB Staff Award for Extraordinary Service
Office of Communications
A devoted employee since 1987, Tina Zwegat was honored with the YB Staff Award for Extraordinary Service at the annual spring appreciation celebration for faculty and staff, held April 29 at the

Oberlin Conservatory Community Mourns the Loss of Retired Professor Monique Duphil
Conservatory Communications Staff
Monique Duphil, who spent more than 30 years as a member of Oberlin Conservatory’s piano faculty, has passed away. Duphil is remembered by colleagues for her contributions to the piano program and by

Nominate Candidates for 2025 Distinguished Service Award
Communications Staff
All nominations must be submitted by November 18.

Shirley Sikora, Night Manager of the ’Sco, Dies at 65
Communications Staff
Longtime employee was beloved by student workers and all who frequented the Wilder Hall club.

Alison Ricker, Former Science Librarian, Dies at 70
Communications Staff
Forty-year employee led key library transitions, was active in numerous campus organizations.

Chet Arcaba Earns 2024 YB Award for Extraordinary Service
Communications Staff
Now 45 years into his Oberlin career, director of facilities stewardship garners widespread praise for his tireless dedication to the campus and community.

Marcia Colish, Frederick B. Artz Emerita Professor of History, Dies at 86
Communications Staff
Renowned scholar and teacher also made lasting contributions to campus culture over a career spanning 38 years.
