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The Hectic and Gratifying Life of a CNN Producer
March 17, 2021
Yvonne Gay
Matthew Kendrick’s passion for shooting and editing video led to a position as an associate producer with CNN political commentator Fareed Zakaria. Today, he reflects on his experiences and offers advice to students who have hopes of working in the broadcast journalism industry.
Tamika Nunley Explores History of African American Women in Early 19th-Century Washington, D.C.
March 12, 2021
Amanda Nagy
Nunley is among a small group of scholars researching the African American experience in the early days of the nation's capital.
The Perfect Career Sweet Spot
November 20, 2020
Yvonne Gay
When she was a student at Oberlin, Rosemary Boeglin ’14 thought a career in journalism was in her future. Today, instead of writing the news Boeglin helps to create it in her role as a rapid response spokesperson for President-elect Joe Biden.
Oberlin Faculty Contribute to Local Latino Oral History Project
October 9, 2020
Amanda Nagy
A toolkit for Lorain County educators celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month.
Oberlin Holds Teach-in on the George Floyd Uprising
June 16, 2020
Communications Staff
The panel session served as a space for faculty to share their perspectives and insights about the recent events.
Milena Kagel ’20 Receives USTA in Austria
June 11, 2020
Hillary Hempstead
The history and German studies double major will spend nine months working as an English teaching assistant at two secondary schools in Völkermarkt, Austria.
Janine Chouinard ’20 Awarded Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship in Colombia
May 24, 2020
Hillary Hempstead
The Hispanic studies and history double major will use the opportunity to continue developing her abilities as an English teacher and Spanish language learner.
Former U.S. Ambassador Provides Students Tools to Build a Career in International Relations
February 4, 2020
Hillary Hempstead
Co-instructed by diplomat in residence and former U.S. Ambassador Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley, the course features lectures from practitioners in a range of roles on the international stage.
Master a Beast in 4 Short Weeks
January 31, 2020
Charlotte Maskelony '21
Students devote winter term to mounting an opera premiere.
History at the Museum Examines How Institutions Educate the Public
January 27, 2020
Hillary Hempstead
Winter Term project explores how various museums choose to construct narratives.
