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After Oberlin
What lies ahead for Oberlin graduates? They’ve risen to the challenge of rigorous academics, they’ve pursued their passions and taken advantage of real-world experience, and now they’re ready to forge their own paths.
Follow recent grads as they land in highly coveted positions and career-making internships and graduate programs.
Oberlin Provides Foundation for Future Education
Sherry Miao ’23, who majored in economics, is currently pursuing her master’s in public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School (of Harvard University).
Knocking It Out Of The Park
April 28, 2025
From studying economics to MLB coaching, Max Anastasio is paving his way with perseverance.
Five Oberlin Alumni Earn 2025 Guggenheim Fellowships
April 25, 2025
Five Oberlin alumni have been awarded prestigious Guggenheim Fellowships.
Voices Carry
March 13, 2025
Grammy-certified vocalist and viola da gamba player Ari Mason ’14 finds her niche in video games, films, and a vocal library.
London Calling
March 13, 2025
For Tracy Chevalier ’84, the Oberlin-In-London program was a magical, intense period of cultural and intellectual stimulation. As the beloved study-away experience celebrates 50 years, the New York Times best-selling author looks back on the semester she spent studying and living in London.
Oberlin Named Top Producer of Fulbright Students for 2024-25
February 25, 2025
Nineteen Oberlin College and Conservatory students and alumni were awarded Fulbright grants for the 2024-25 academic year, making the college the No. 1 producer of honorees among U.S. undergraduate-only institutions.
Added Value
January 30, 2025
How alums connect with current Obies (and provide mentorship and career experience) via the Internship+ program.
Good For the Soul
January 28, 2025
The Boston kosher restaurant Lehrhaus offers award-winning food amid a brain-nourishing atmosphere.
Beyond the Writing Center: Abbie Patchen ’24
November 7, 2024
Abbie Patchen ’24 is a JD candidate at the UNC School of Law. At Oberlin Abbie minored in Writing & Communication. Here, she reflects on how her Oberlin courses and professors shaped her approach to learning and writing.
From Oberlin College to Goldman Sachs, financial economics major supports communities across the world
October 8, 2024
"Watching my dad help small businesses by issuing loans that fueled their growth was inspiring. It showed me firsthand how financial resources could uplift communities," Mayanka recalls...
Accelerating beyond Oberlin College into a finance career
October 3, 2024
Samantha Gilfond ’25, a double major in math and economics, is excited about her next steps in the finance field as a private equity analyst at Riverside Acceleration Capital in New York City.
Oberlin College financial economics major finds leadership and empowerment in finance
October 1, 2024
Initially unsure of his path, Cole found clarity as he engaged deeply with the interdisciplinary curriculum and the supportive community at Oberlin. "My interest in economics really took off...
Sound and Vision, Summer 2024
August 13, 2024
Book, album and podcast reviews published in the summer 2024 Oberlin Alumni Magazine, including new works from Emily Nussbaum ’88, Sarah Lariviere ’97, and Milena Williamson ’17.
