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College senior Zachery Crowell (center) and student senators discuss the tuition freeze. Senators passed a resolution supporting the protests but have disagreed about the most effective way to support financial accessibility.

Senate Endorses Financial Accessibility

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
May 8, 2015
A group of students in favor of divesting the College from fossil fuels march in the Big Parade on Saturday, May 2. Students have submitted a divestment proposal to the Board of Trustees.

[Photo] Students Lobby Trustees for Fossil Fuel Divestment

Melissa Harris, Editor-in-Chief
May 8, 2015
Gabe Schivone, who is the co-coordinator of UNIDOS ethnic studies youth group and volunteer at No Más Muertes/No More Deaths

Off the Cuff: Gabe Schivone, co-coordinator of UNIDOS youth group and volunteer at No Más Muertes/No More Deaths

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
May 1, 2015

Students to Give Feedback on Blackboard, Other Technologies

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
May 1, 2015
College junior Dyaami D’Orazio discusses her thoughts on the allocation of the new Student Support Initiative Fund. The fund has over $700,000 for students of color and disabled, low-income or at-risk students.

Senate Forum Focuses on New Student Support Fund

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
May 1, 2015

Michelle Obama to Speak at Commencement

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
April 24, 2015

MRC Searches for New LGBTQ Coordinator

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
April 17, 2015
Panelists discuss contempory issues of national security, during Navigating National Security: Intelligence Gathering in the Digital Age, at the Apollo Theatre on Thursday.

Off the Cuff: Navigating National Security: Intelligence Gathering in the Information Age panelists

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
April 17, 2015
Amanda Matos, reproductive justice advocate and founder of the WomanHOOD Project

Off the Cuff: Amanda Matos, founder of the WomanHOOD Project

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
April 10, 2015
Members of the Oberlin College Democrats, College junior Nora Brickner, College first-year Eli Hovland and College sophomore Jack Benson work on a resolution opposing a provision in an Ohio bill over spring break during a J Street U conference in Washington, D.C. The provision, which opponents claimed would make it more difficult for out-of-state students to vote, was line-item vetoed by Governor John Kasich on Wednesday.

Governor Vetoes Out-of-State Student Voting Provision

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
April 3, 2015
Feature Photo: Murphy Retires

Feature Photo: Murphy Retires

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
April 3, 2015
Feature Photo: SFP Protests Lina Khattabs Conviction

Feature Photo: SFP Protests Lina Khattab’s Conviction

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
March 13, 2015

OPD Offers Class to Educate Residents on Police Tactics

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
March 13, 2015

Students File Complaint After Conductor Uses Racial Epithet

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
March 6, 2015
College junior Maya Wergeles holds office hours in the Sexual Information Center. The SIC plans to host a week of events which take a broad, intersectional view of sex and sexuality.

Sexual Information Center Renames, Refocuses Safer Sex Week

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
March 6, 2015
Student Senators, College first-year Anjali Kolachalam (left), College junior Rachel Weinstein and College sopho- more Cory Ventresca watch as double-degree sophomore Jeremy Poe (center) presents the Student Health Work- ing Group’s plans for this semester at the Senate plenary last Sunday. The group is working on several initiatives to improve mental health services on campus.

Working Group Prioritizes Mental Health

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
February 27, 2015

Off the Cuff: Fred Kuwornu, filmmaker and activist

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
February 27, 2015

Off the Cuff: Scott O. Lilienfeld, Samuel Candler Dobbs professor of psychology at Emory University and psychopathology expert

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
February 20, 2015
The group stands in the Plaza de la Revolución in Havana, Cuba. Over the course of two weeks, the students traveled to several different parts of Cuba and chatted with residents.

Students Challenge American Perceptions of Cuba

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
February 20, 2015
Facilitator Sy Murray writes Oberlin City Council goals and concerns on a notepad during a midterm City Council retreat last Saturday morning. Interested community members looked on as the seven City Council members discussed team-building and communication within the Council.

Retreat Provides Venue for Council Members to Air Concerns

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
February 13, 2015
Rick McDaniel, an Oberlin resident and former head of Safety and Security, complains about the lack of transparency regarding the City Council’s request for the city manager’s resignation. Eric Norenberg, the city manager, has refused to resign.

Council Clashes over City Manager

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
February 6, 2015
Jesse Rowsell, an assistant professor of Chemistry, passed away on Jan. 30.

Chemistry Professor Jesse Rowsell Remembered

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
February 6, 2015

Ohio Senate Delays Decision on Fracking, Agriculture Bill

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
December 12, 2014
Renee Romano, professor of History, Africana Studies and Comparative American Stud- ies and affiliate of the Gender, Sexuality and Feminist Studies Institute, who discussed the Eric Garner and Mike Brown cases on the NPR program “The Takeaway” last week

Off the Cuff: Renee Romano, professor of History, Africana Studies, and Comparative American Studies

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
December 12, 2014
Eric Stover, who spoke about human rights issues on Thursday

Off the Cuff: Eric Stover, law professor and faculty director of the Berkeley Human Rights Center

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
November 14, 2014
Feature Photo: SFP Speaks Out

Feature Photo: SFP Speaks Out

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
November 14, 2014

Off the Cuff: Dr. Joy Karega-Mason, assistant professor of Rhetoric and Composition

Elizabeth Dobbins
November 7, 2014
College junior Maya Zeemont rehearses alongside fellow OSteel members. OSteel is currently part of the College’s new crowdfunding project, which offers student and faculty groups a way to fund their projects.

Oberlin College Launches Crowdfunding Website

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
October 10, 2014
Members of the Oberlin Community Benefits Coalition meet in the Oberlin Public Library to discuss the next steps for their organization. OCBC hopes to create more jobs and further community interests by forming Community Benefit Agreements with new development projects in town.

Community Coalition Aims to Work with Developers

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
October 3, 2014
Cleveland resident Don Bryant speaks against Israeli occupation at a demonstration on Wednesday. SFP planted black flags in Wilder Bowl to call attention to the lives lost in Operation Protective Edge.

SFP Plants Flags in ‘Call to Action’

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
September 26, 2014
Oberlin Visiting Assistant Professor, Gilda Rodríguez, participated in Wednesday’s Keyword: Citizenship panel discussion.

Off the Cuff: Gilda Rodríguez, visiting assistant professor of Comparative American Studies and recent keynote speaker

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
September 26, 2014

Off the Cuff: Frank A. Farris, professor of mathematics and computer science at Santa Clara University

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
September 19, 2014
Students convene at the 2014 Multicultural Resource Center New and Returning Student Open House. The event was held in the newly renovated MRC.

After Years of Growth, MRC Revamps Office Space

Elizabeth Dobbins, News Editor
September 12, 2014
Voters converge outside of Philips gym to campaign for Janet Garret, a write-in candidate from Oberlin who ran for U.S. Congress in the Ohio primary election on Tuesday. Some other ballot features included Issue 22, Issue 11 and the Democratic and Republican primaries.

Primary Voters Approve Tax Hike

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
May 9, 2014
College senior Emma Fox and community member Curtis McCartney collaborate on a Magic School Bus float for this weekend’s Big Parade. The Parade, which was established in 2002, is scheduled for tomorrow.

Town, Gown Gear Up for Tomorrow’s Big Parade

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
May 2, 2014
American trans* rights activist, author and former staff editor of People magazine’s website visited Oberlin on Tuesday as a part of her “Redefining Realness” book tour. During her talk, Mock discussed her experience as a trans woman of color and a best-selling author.

Mock Headlines Queerfest Programming

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
April 25, 2014
City Manager Eric Norenberg addresses employees regarding Issue 22, the income tax levy. Issue 22 is one of City Council’s many prescribed improvements for the future of Oberlin.

Local Leaders Deliver “State of the City” Address

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
April 13, 2014
The Oberlin Underground Railroad Center may be on the docket to receive funding from the state of Ohio.

Lorain Awaits $5.5M Economic Stimulus

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writers
April 6, 2014
Joel Steiker, OC ’78, speaks at the Responsible Investment Organization’s symposium about respon- sible investment techniques. Steiker is a fund manager at Murex Investments.

RIO Investment Symposium Assesses Community Standards

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
March 14, 2014

‘Mediocre’ Outlook for Local Schools

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
February 8, 2014

Off The Cuff with Paul Thomson, Ph.D. Candidate

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
December 6, 2013

Students, Grafton Inmates Bridge Divides with Shakespeare

Elizabeth Dobbins
November 22, 2013
Construction on East College has been causing disruptions to local businesses for the past few weeks. According to business owners, the machinery, construction tape and uneven pavement have been deterring costumers from their respective stores.

Revenue Lost as Parents Weekend Nears

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
November 8, 2013

In Collaboration with NASA, Camera on Mudd Roof Gathers Astological Information, Triangulates Meteor Paths

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
October 4, 2013

Off the Cuff with Richard R. Love, Scientific Director of the International Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
September 27, 2013

Community Culture Fest Celebrates Diversity

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
September 27, 2013

Off the Cuff: Rebecca Whelan, Associate Professor of Chemistry

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
September 20, 2013

Fate of Johnson House Barn Remains Unclear

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
September 13, 2013

Ace Hardware Opens at 297 South Main Street

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
September 6, 2013

Potential Renovation of Johnson House Carriage Barn Surfaces

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
May 10, 2013

Murray Ridge Calls for Tax Levy to Continue Services

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
May 3, 2013

Off the Cuff with Amy Parish, Darwinian Feminist

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
April 26, 2013

SFP Calls for College Divestment in Israel

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
April 19, 2013

College to Institute New Health Services Fee

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
April 5, 2013

OTC with Jim Margolis, OC ’78, and Senior Advisor to President Obama

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
February 15, 2013

College Wins Multiple Environmental Accolades

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
February 8, 2013
The Solidarity, Peace and Progress mural in Third World House depicts figures and activists from around the world. Third World House hosted a 30th-anniversary celebration of the mural, which was painted by Maria del Pilar OCadiz, OC 86, with her father, on Friday.

Third World House Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Mural

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
November 9, 2012

Student Groups Work to Fix Public Transit

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
November 2, 2012

Oberlin Project Plans Green Downtown

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
September 28, 2012

The Oberlin Project: How sustainability education might transform a community

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
September 21, 2012

Panel Discusses Free Speech, Dissent in Oberlin’s Political Climate

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
April 27, 2012

Coya White Hat-Artichoker to Give Lecture, Lead Workshop

Elizabeth Dobbins, Staff Writer
April 20, 2012

Heritage Center Celebrates Women’s History

Elizabeth Dobbins
March 16, 2012

Essence Dances to Music of John and Alice Coltrane

Elizabeth Dobbins
March 9, 2012

Symposium Honors Kornblith, Showcases Obie Historians

Elizabeth Dobbins
February 24, 2012

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