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The New South
Aimee Levitt
In 1669, the colonial government of Carolina, which encompassed most of what is now Georgia and North and South Carolina, adopted the Fundamental Constitutions of Carolina. This document specifically promised religious freedom for Jews, heathens, and other dissenters from the Anglican church. At a time when much of Europe was still embroiled in religious wars, this was historic and even radical.
Happy Return
Communications Staff
Oberlin was Samia Mansour’s top college choice. Now years removed from her graduation, she chose it all over again.
Shari Rabin Awarded Research Fellowship from National Endowment for the Humanities
Amanda Nagy
Rabin is conducting research that will lead to a book on the history of Jews in the U.S. South.
Welcome to the New Home for Chabad at Oberlin
Yvonne Gay
Members of the Oberlin community gathered in early September for the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the new home for Chabad at Oberlin.
Hayley Segall ’20 Awarded Jacobs Prize for the Study of Religion
Hillary Hempstead
The prize recognizes one graduating religion major with a $25,000 award.
Sophia Brewer Thompson ’20 Awarded Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship in Bulgaria
Hillary Hempstead
While abroad, she hopes to learn about Bulgarian language, culture, and landscapes, along with developing her teaching skills.
Visionary Academic Leader Named Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences
Communications Staff
An award-winning teacher and accomplished scholar, David Kamitsuka chaired the steering committee that produced the landmark One Oberlin report.
Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts Presents Cantonese Opera Scenes Nov. 14
Erich Burnett
A cultural exchange highlighted by midday discussion on Chinese operatic music followed by an evening performance.
A Conversation with Mohammad Jafar Mahallati
Communications Staff
Presidential Scholar in Islamic Studies Mohammad Jafar Mahallati founded the Oberlin Friendship Festival.
Oberlin Writing Partnership Brings New Collaboration to High School
Hillary Hempstead
New program founded by Liam McMillin ’17 places Oberlin College students as tutors in Oberlin High School.