Oberlin in the Media
Kenyon College Picks Sean Decatur as its New President
March 18, 2013
Kenyon College, the liberal arts school in Gambier, Ohio, named Sean Decatur, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Oberlin College, as its next president, effective July 1. Decatur, who will be Kenyon’s first black president, has spent most of his career at liberal arts schools.
Learn MoreJad Abumrad: Accidental Scientist
March 15, 2013
Before the public radio show Radiolab became a cult hit, Jad Abumrad and his future co-host, NPR's Robert Krulwich, would meet up at a local diner and argue about scientific curiosities. Through a series of happy accidents, these debates became the basis for their hugely popular radio show. The son of a scientist and a doctor, Jad Abumrad studied creative writing and music composition at Oberlin College in Ohio.
Learn MoreOberlin 'Die Fledermaus' is a mischievous delight
March 14, 2013
It’s all in good, mischievous fun, thanks to stage director Jonathon Field, choreographer Carol Hageman and a cast of caffeinated Oberlin singers who play the game with giddy enthusiasm. The production takes the farcical elements at their word, emphasizing the inspired silliness and savoring the luscious delicacies in Strauss’ score.
Learn MoreOberlin College researcher helps fight corrosion in historic pipe organs
March 09, 2013
Oberlin College chemistry professor and avid organist Catherine Oertel is part of an international research effort to confront the corrosion threat. Using sophisticated diagnostic tools, including X-rays and ion beams that probe the atomic structure of the decay, the small band of scientists has fingered an unexpected culprit for the damage.
Learn MoreBook review: The Ragnarok Conspiracy is a powerful spy thriller
February 26, 2013
In his debut espionage thriller, Erec Stebbins takes his James Bond-style novel to a new level where the world is both “shaken and stirred.” Stebbins spins a taut tale of international intrigue with a unique twist when the Islamic world is confronted with global annihilation through terrorism. Stebbins earned a degree in physics from Oberlin College in 1992 and a PhD in biochemistry at Cornell in 1999.
Learn MoreOberlin developer trio aims to remake former Fairmont Creamery building in Cleveland's Tremont
February 02, 2013
Three young developers who won national attention for remaking a blighted block in Oberlin are ready to tackle their second project, a near-vacant former creamery building in Cleveland's Tremont neighborhood. Formed in 2002 by a trio of Oberlin College graduates, Sustainable Community Associates encountered a mix of skepticism and grass-roots support with its first project.
Learn MoreOberlin College Honored For Environmental Programs & Initiatives
February 02, 2013
Oberlin College has been honored by the U.S. Green Building Council for its array of environmental programs and initiatives. According to the council, Oberlin has the largest array of any four-year, liberal arts college in the United States and generates about 12 percent of the electricity used on campus by solar power.
Learn MoreThe Ed Koch Show
February 01, 2013
It was Tuesday night, and the documentary “Koch,” written and directed by Neil Barsky '81, was having its premiere at the Museum of Modern Art. When Barsky closed his hedge fund to become a filmmaker, Koch was an obvious subject.
Learn MoreCleveland Public Theatre, Oberlin College kick off 'Elements Cycle' with ambitious 'Water Ways'
January 25, 2013
In typical, daring fashion, Cleveland Public Theatre is thinking big these days with the "Elements Cycle," which will comprise five productions over two seasons. It has begun with "Water Ways," an ambitious collaboration with Oberlin College and Conservatory that is awash in ideas about our most cherished natural resource.
Learn MoreCenter for Green Schools at USGBC Announces Best of Green Schools 2012 List
January 16, 2013
The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council today announced its second annual "Best of Green Schools" list, which recognizes top educational institutions and individuals across the country for embracing environmental initiatives. Oberlin College won the 4-Year Higher Education Institution category. Oberlin College (Oberlin, Ohio): Through innovative curriculum, research and work opportunities, and educational events and programming, Oberlin College aims to engage all members of its community in sustainability issues.
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