News
Independent Scientific Research Opportunities Abound During Winter Term
Hillary Hempstead
In Professor William Parsons’ Chemical Biology and Organic Chemistry Research Winter Term project, students delve deep into independent scientific research.
Rachel J. Peters’ “Wild Beast” Premieres at Oberlin Jan. 29-Feb. 2
Erich Burnett
Darkly witty opera is the first created through the Oberlin Opera Commissioning Program.
Phlox Ensembles Give Underrepresented Groups a Voice
Hannah Schoepe ’20
Ensembles promote women and trans individuals in classical music, and celebrates repertoire by composers of these identities.
Podcasting Oberlin News Develops Students’ Audio Storytelling Skills
Hillary Hempstead
Podcasting project immerses students in podcasting as a medium; fosters storytelling, interviewing, audio recording, and editing skills.
Dmitry Kouzov Appointed to Oberlin Conservatory Cello Faculty
Erich Burnett
Standout performer returns to campus 12 years after beginning his U.S. teaching career here.
History Design Lab Institute Advises How to Launch an Oral History Project
Hillary Hempstead
The History Design Lab Institute offers an intensive look at how to launch a collaborative oral history project, along with methods of project design and presentation.
This Week in Photos: January 16
Yvonne Gay
Winter term is the centerpiece of this photo series. During the month of January students are encouraged to discover the value of self-directed education in consultation with faculty and staff. During winter term, students may choose to pursue projects that are directly linked to their field of study or explore other interests.
Francesca dePasquale Appointed to Oberlin Conservatory Violin Faculty
Erich Burnett
Heralded soloist and chamber musician to begin in fall 2020.
No Time Like Ngo Time
Charlotte Maskelony ’21
In four short years at Oberlin College, Alex Ngo set his course for a life in music.
Oberlin Music Releases Kendra Colton’s "Late Air," Featuring Music of John Harbison
Erich Burnett
Recording showcases the longtime Oberlin faculty soprano, spans three decades of the composer’s work.