Engaged Liberal Arts in Action

The Bonner scholar and artist-in-residence uses experiential learning to shape creative practice and global engagement.

A CELA-supported internship in Singapore reveals how analytical science drives medical breakthroughs.

CELA aids Luke De Carlo-McCann ’26 in integrating research, communication, and fieldwork toward a career in natural resource management.

The Center for Engaged Liberal Arts (CELA) helps Ariana Ofori ’26 connect psychology, education, and hands-on experience working with special-needs communities.

CELA supports Henry Feller ’26 as he integrates research across the college and conservatory, clinical experience, and global study toward a career in pediatrics and public health.

Chemistry major Alex Xie ’26 utilizes CELA’s research fellowships and scholarship advising to transition from campus labs to a future in pharmaceutical research.

Through CELA, Aina Tasso ’27 integrates Bonner service, Congressional internships, and Mellon Mays research to build a future in scholarship and public service.

Oberlin student Tanisha Shende ’26, a Goldwater Scholar and STRONG program participant, bridges the gap between generative AI innovation, disability accessibility, and international tech policy.

Math major Erica Vu ’26 leverages the Bonner Scholars Program and CELA resources to bridge the gap between academic research and impactful community service.

Isabel Handa ’26 shares how Oberlin’s Mellon Mays fellowship and CELA resources helped her bridge Hawaiian identity with global diasporic advocacy and research.

Julia Ludwig ’27 highlights how Oberlin’s CELA and CLEAR programs provided the research foundation and leadership skills needed for a future in neuroscience.

Sociology major Katelyn Liu ’26 explores Asian and Asian American identity through Oberlin’s Mellon Mays Fellowship and the Center for Engaged Liberal Arts.