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Francisco Garcia ’22 on Internships and Immigration Policy
Kyra McConnell ’22
Working in immigration policy takes hard work and dedication, but Francisco Garcia ’22 already has a seat at the table. A politics and Hispanic studies double major, Garcia’s interests and studies at Oberlin as a Posse Scholar landed him an internship in the office of Congressman Jesús G. “Chuy” García in Washington, D.C.
Basses Loaded
Erich Burnett
Conservatory athlete Ian Ashby ’22 divides his days between music and the mound.
Oberlin College Opens Certified Kosher Kitchen
Scott Wargo
Oberlin College will broaden its commitment to Jewish life and scholarship this May when it becomes one of only a handful of liberal arts colleges throughout the country to offer students a certified kosher kitchen experience.
Ambitious geothermal project to make Oberlin a national leader in clean energy
Office of Communications
Oberlin College & Conservatory will take an important step toward carbon neutrality this summer as it launches a multi-year, campus-wide conversion to geothermal energy, positioning the institution as a national leader in clean energy.
Oberlin Conservatory Launches Virtual Classes for a Worldwide Audience
Conservatory Communications Staff
Oberlin Conservatory Global welcomes music students, educators, and lifelong learners; first courses begin in summer 2021.
Jasmine Mitchell ’21 Awarded Oberlin Shansi Fellowship and Critical Language Scholarship
Yvonne Gay
An appreciation of Japanese history, culture, and language makes being awarded an Oberlin Shansi Fellowship and Critical Language Scholarship a dream come true for Jasmine Mitchell ’21.
Henry O’Connor ’24 Awarded Critical Language Scholarship
Yvonne Gay
“In learning a language, you open your eyes and mind to a whole new world of opportunities and people,” says Henry O’Connor ’24. As a Critical Language Scholarship recipient, he will spend the summer immersed in Mandarin.
Debra Herzog Makes Film Debut in ‘The Enormity of Life’
Amanda Nagy
Most on campus know Debra Herzog as executive assistant to the dean of students and Yeofit instructor. Now, get to know her as a leading actor in an independent film released on April 6.
What Works When You’re Looking for Work
Oli Bentley ’21
A pandemic job hunter shares what she’s learned about securing internships and more.
Oberlin Music Release Showcases Faculty Composers and Contemporary Music Ensemble
Erich Burnett
For generations, Oberlin Conservatory has earned its reputation as a hub for the creation and performance of new music. A pivotal source of this innovative spark is the conservatory’s own composition