Overview
The Office of the Dean of Students has as its mission to lead and inspire the Division of Student Life to foster a sense of community in this residential college in which students build lasting relationships based on: the principles of ethical conduct; an understanding of diversity in all of its complexity; respect for self and others; the lived values of social justice and equity; and a commitment to promoting positive change in the world.
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A Handbook for New Oberlin Students and Parents
The Handbook for New Oberlin Students and Parents is designed to be a quick reference tool and directs you to detailed information about Oberlin. We have included topics we have found to be of interest to parents and families of new Oberlin students and contact information for an abbreviated list of campus contacts in the Campus Contact Information section of this handbook.
Information for New Students and Parents
The start of the academic year and Orientation week for new students will take place at the end of August. Browse the website to find the required forms to submit during the summer, the preliminary Fall Orientation 2012 schedule, information about registering for classes, information about placement tests and auditions, useful tips on what to bring to campus, and more.