Campus News
Statement Regarding Coronavirus
January 27, 2020
Office of Communications
The college is closely monitoring developments in the outbreak of a new strain of coronavirus, known as 2019-nCoV.
Q&A with Heather Shadle
January 26, 2020
Communications Staff
Meet Area Coordinator for Theme and Identity-Based Communities Heather Shadle and find out about the last book she read, her favorite class in school, and which board game she enjoys most for its ability to inspire spirited debates.
Q&A with Hannah Wirta Kinney
January 14, 2020
Communications Staff
The assistant curator of academic programs at the Allen Memorial Art Museum works to find new ways to support the intellectual, professional, and personal development of students and faculty.
Former Staff Member Midge Brittingham ’60 Dies
January 10, 2020
Communications Staff
The former executive director of the Oberlin College Alumni Association died on December 31, 2019. She was 81 years old.
Arriving in Fall 2020: New Tool to Enhance Students’ Academic Journey
December 11, 2019
Engage Communications
In fall 2020, the college will launch new software that will be used to communicate and manage connectivity with students. The software platform, Engage, is a communication and relationship management tool that will improve the student experience with academic advising, support student academic success, and make communications between students and the college more efficient and effective.
Q&A with Walker Shadle ’19
December 2, 2019
Communications Staff
Meet Walker Shadle, curatorial assistant for the Allen Memorial Art Museum. Find out about a secret campus nap spot from his undergraduate days, his favorite item of clothing, and the one event in history he wishes he could have witnessed.
Q&A with Alexandra Letvin
November 27, 2019
Communications Staff
Learn about Letvin's favorite spot on campus, along with how her childhood career aspirations relate to her current role at Allen Memorial Art Museum.
Oberlin College Appoints Michael Grzesiak Vice President for Advancement
November 15, 2019
Communications Staff
Grzesiak brings to Oberlin extensive advancement experience in higher education. He will begin his appointment January 1.
Q&A with Michele Kosboth
November 14, 2019
Communications Staff
Find out about the director of financial aid’s favorite place on earth (hint: it’s in Maine) and what she wore to her first formal dance in high school.
Thomas Schiltz Appointed Director of Compensation and Benefits
November 11, 2019
Communications Staff
Schiltz brings more than 30 years of retirement and benefits experience to Oberlin College.
