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Gideon Ampofo ’23 knew he wanted to balance the world of business with the world of social change—and Oberlin helped him achieve both of these goals.

Attending Oberlin allowed Daniela Mortazavi ’22 to pursue piano and economics—and make a difference in the college’s business major.

Oberlin inspired Eva Sturm-Gross ’22 to create art that combines her love for nature with solving theological problems.

 Through painting and sculpture, Isabel Yellin ’11 explores the complexities of the human experience.

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.

The young alum, from George Town, Grand Cayman, will serve as a teaching assistant in university-level English classes.

For Brycen Lesikar ’25, Oberlin’s liberal arts education led to research, intellectual inquiry and medical school to become a surgeon.

Thanks to Oberlin research opportunities and mentorship, Sam Fechner ’25 launches a career in economics.

The Shansi Fellow and creative writing major will be teaching English.

Judge William Vodrey ’87 and his summer intern, Matthew Grogan ’27, find common ground in justice, integrity and the power of the law.