Oberlin Alumni Magazine

Sixty years have passed since the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke in Tappan Square at Oberlin’s commencement. Today, members of the Class of 1965 continue to reflect on their memories of that day—and the imprint that King’s remarks made on their lives.

Peter Miller ’84’s documentary on Italian cooking legend Marcella Hazan stirs up positive acclaim.

Under Finney’s vaulted ceilings, the orchestra, several star vocal soloists, and the conservatory’s vocal ensembles—including the Oberlin College Choir, Oberlin Gospel Choir, and Oberlin Musical Union

A peek into the expansive world of Tony-winning costume designer Montana Levi Blanco '07.

Author Dominic Lim ’96 educates readers through romance with the novel Karaoke Queen.

An award-winning Allen Memorial Art Museum exhibition challenges the prevailing narrative of the 1980s HIV/AIDS epidemic. 

Daniel Wassé ’87’s vegan Ethiopian food stand Korarima is the real deal.

Once WOBC station manager, Ben Calhoun '01 now helps create great stories as executive editor of the New York Times' popular podcast The Daily.

Linda Holmes '93, co-creator of NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour, sets her latest delightful novel in the world of podcasting.

Katie Thornton '15's award-winning podcasts and magazine features reflect her love for radio, history, and archival research.