In response to COVID-19, Oberlin faculty have gone beyond moving classes online. They’ve changed the curriculum.
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Experience Oberlin, Virtually
We have suspended all admission-related campus visits and admitted student events until May 1 due to COVID-19 and the emphasis on the safety of our community. While we are unable to welcome you to campus, we hope that you will engage with us through our virtual information sessions, virtual tour, and more.
Recent News
Oberlin Faculty Respond to Unprecedented Challenges of COVID-19
April 6, 2020
From chemistry to politics, exploring the ramifications of COVID-19 across disciplines.
Allen Memorial Art Museum Shares its Collections in New Ways
April 3, 2020
During the temporary closure of the museum, staff have embraced the challenge of moving education online. In the process, they are finding silver linings, including a broader audience for their programming and fewer constraints on how to present artwork.
Where There’s a Will, There’s a Steinway
April 1, 2020
For conservatory students still living at Oberlin, a week without a piano was a week too long.
Students Stay Connected to Community Organizations Remotely
March 30, 2020
With many students taking classes remotely due to the COVID-19 global health crisis, some are also finding ways to maintain the connections they have formed in Oberlin.
LaunchU News
Oberlin’s annual LaunchU competition is open to aspiring student entrepreneurs. It is the culmination of a venture incubator and intensive boot camp for students held primarily over winter term. Winners receive startup funding to support and market their fledgling business.
Psychology Students Develop Technology to Help Adolescents Manage Chronic Pain
March 13, 2019
Professor and Chair of Psychology Nancy Darling’s students are working with the Cleveland Clinic to develop a research-based app that helps young people with chronic pain manage their symptoms.
From the Blogs
Hopefully you can implement some of these practices into your socially distanced life.
Adjustment is a part of life.
Things I Miss About Oberlin
March 23, 2020
I found myself as a person at Oberlin, and I am so grateful for the friends that I have made along the way.
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“Oberlin kinda lets you naturally find your passion. Once you figure it out, there are tons of resources. When I was looking for industry positions, I reached out to six or seven alums, and they all got back to me and gave me referrals to the companies they worked for. Oberlin’s alumni network is really great. Everyone wants you to succeed.”
Matt Banda ’19
