Issue Contents

Commencement/Reunion 2004
A slideshow of photos from this year's commencement/reunion weekend.

From College Street to Wall Street
The development of Oberlin’s new Business Scholars Program highlights an often-unrecognized reality at liberal arts colleges: students do have an interest in business. Oberlin has no shortage of alumni mentors willing to guide the way.
by Kris Ohlson

Wordly Possessions
Book collector Ben Lindfors ’59 returns the world’s largest collection of African literature to its rightful place.
by Anne C. Paine


Oberlin’s Conventional Wisdom
In their heyday, Oberlin’s election-year mock conventions were recognized as national events, often drawing major media attention and renowned speakers. Relive the highlights and see how students resurrected the tradition this spring.
by Doug McInnis ’70