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The Oberlin Review

Established 1874.

The Oberlin Review

Established 1874.

The Oberlin Review

McMullin Represents Inclusive Brand of Conservatism

Jack Derwin, Contributing Writer September 30, 2016

In a field of divisive candidates, Independent Evan McMullin hopes to represent a trustworthy alternative to the major parties’ presidential nominees, and his common-sense approach to policy and governing...

Oberlin ACF Actions Polarize Campus

Josh Koller, Contributing Writer September 30, 2016

This is the first installment in the Review’s new Student Senate column. In an effort to increase communication and transparency, Student Senators will provide personal perspectives on recent events...

Stein Touts Pseudoscience for Votes

Rowan Bassman, Contributing Writer September 30, 2016

Green Party presidential nominee Jill Stein represents a much-needed voice on progressive issues. As 2016’s most nuanced and righteously dissident candidate on issues from race to renewable energy,...

The Yeowomen kneel during the national anthem before facing off against NCAC foe Denison University last Thursday.

Field Hockey Joins Anthem Protest

Marissa Maxfield September 30, 2016

National anthem protests in athletics draw a range of reactions from scorn to admiration. That national debate came to Knowlton Athletics Complex when the field hockey team kneeled during the Star Spangled...

Clinton Brings Lifetime of Service to Presidency

Amber Scherer, Contributing Writer September 30, 2016

One of my first conversations while phone banking for the Clinton campaign was also one of my most memorable. An elderly man picked up. I gave him my pitch, then paused for his response. He was polite...

Domesticated Animals Deserve Compassion

William Cramer, Contributing Writer September 30, 2016

Editor’s note: This op-ed contains description of animal torture and slaughter. Bon Appétit, the company in charge of Oberlin’s Campus Dining Services, ceased buying pork raised in gestation crates...

Sully, directed by Clint Eastwood, dramatizes the 2009 “miracle on the Hudson,” where Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger
successfully performed a water landing of a commercial airliner without a single casualty.

Eastwood’s Sully Sheds New Light on Historic Event

Christian Bolles, Editor-in-Chief September 30, 2016

There are few industry veterans more seasoned than Clint Eastwood. The legendary actor and director has delivered many winning examples of both trades, taking part in over 50 films since his career took...

Symposium Features Constructive Dialogue

Melissa Landa, President, Oberlin Alums for Campus Fairness September 30, 2016

To the Editors: On behalf of the Oberlin Chapter of Alums for Campus Fairness, I want to thank all who attended our symposium, “Building a Hate-Free Campus Through Civil Discourse.” More than 60...

One of the Oberlin school district's four schools, Langston Middle School, sits on North Pleasant Street. The district is considering a variety of plans to consolidate space, as the current facilities are far larger than the district requires.

City’s School Board to Consider Consolidation

Jack Brewster September 30, 2016

The City’s public schools are all over 50-years old and in substantial need of repair, forcing the Oberlin Public School board to consider a multitude of plans to revamp the run-down buildings,...

The community of Lorain gathered for the FireFish festival Saturday, a day-long celebration meant to expand the
city’s art scene and jumpstart the local economy. The main event involved marching a giant papier-mâché fish to
the river and setting it ablaze.

Lorain’s FireFish Spectacle Signals Restoration

Julia Peterson, Arts & Culture Editor September 23, 2016

A giant fish paraded through the center of town, floated down the river and set on fire barely scratches the surface of the display at the second annual FireFish festival, which took place last Saturday....

College junior Matthew Kornberg raises their hand at last night's Oberlin ACF anti-Semitism symposium at The Hotel at Oberlin. Student Senate released a letter condemning the group earlier in the week.

Student Senate Letter Admonishes ACF

Louis Krauss, News Editor September 23, 2016

Igniting conflict with Oberlin Alums for Campus Fairness, which has repeatedly denounced Professor of Rhetoric and Composition Joy Karega for what it considers to be anti-Semitic Facebook posts, Student...

Construction continues on the “Oberlin Center for Convergence.” The administration plans to host a new form of multi-disciplinary
courses in the building next fall.

Course Clusters Program to Begin Next Fall

Melissa Harris, Editor-in-Chief September 23, 2016

The College plans to incorporate a new concept of course clusters next fall that will allow students to register for a new kind of multidisciplinary courseload. The extension of the Peter B. Lewis Gateway...

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