When I think of what is needed to be in any political position, the first things that come to my mind are experience, integrity, and compassion. Farah Lillian Emeka, OC ’97, who has stepped up to run...
Farah Lillian Emeka, OC ’97, believes in justice that is accessible to all, a sentiment sadly lacking in today’s world. She is a seasoned attorney with over 20 years of legal experience in various...
It’s been over two months since the new administration took control of our government. How are you feeling about it? Have you seen the vast improvements to your everyday life that we were all promised...
To the Editors: My name is Derek Chaffins, and I am a registered nurse at Mercy Health - Allen Hospital in Oberlin. I am writing to you as one of three nurses on the negotiating committee for our union,...
At Oberlin College, there is a commitment to providing a space for students of all backgrounds, and many Black women experience this environment as one that values our presence and contributions. Oberlin’s...
Last Friday, on March 28th, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed Senate Bill 1, titled the “Advance Ohio Higher Education Act,” into law. Scheduled to go into effect 90 days after DeWine’s signature,...
Obies for Undocumented Inclusion demands Oberlin College: Revitalize and disseminate the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Procedure with Oberlin College students, staff, and faculty. Train all existing...
It is virtually impossible to spend any meaningful amount of time on social media and not be bombarded with “inspirational” capitalist content. Whether it’s clips of Mark Cuban bragging about his...
“Working hard or hardly working?” This phrase has shaped some of the most harmful mindsets in our society, particularly affecting older generations and continuing to influence younger ones. The belief...
Oberlin has a reputation for activism. The institution has historically pushed the boundaries, empowering and encouraging marginalized people to agitate for their rights and interests on this campus. Oberlin...
On Jan. 19, a ceasefire deal went into effect in Gaza, allegedly putting a stop to the horrific genocide and colonial violence being enacted by Israel against Palestinians. The ceasefire purportedly meant...
Global solidarity offers a difficult problem for progressive thinkers and activists: as we link together struggles among marginalized groups separated by geography, culture, and historical experience,...