A small group, including a mom and daughter, talk and hold plates of food near a column of balloons. The mom is wearing a button that says 'Proud Oberlin Parent'.
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Parents and Families

We welcome you to the Oberlin community. Use this site as a quick reference for key campus offices, announcements, and campus happenings.

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The Forever Impact of Zach Smith ’26

October 4, 2024

Zach Smith ’26 is a chemistry major with a business concentration. This summer, he interned at CoreWater Technologies, an Oberlin-based company whose mission is to eliminate chemicals forever from our drinking water. Here, he discusses what he did, how he got there, and his hopes for the future.

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Campus Resources

These are a few of the administrative offices that provide a range of student services—from health and safety and counseling, to student activities and academic support.

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These resources that may be beneficial to parents and family members of Oberlin College students.