<p>Hi OP,</p>
<p>I am a sophomore in the college. I am very Christian; it delineates my entire identity. I am also not American. That probably makes a difference. Do I “fit in”? It’s hard to say. For the most part, my friends run in well-defined circles: the Asian conservatory students, the science majors, the Christians. But I have ever had deep conversations about controversial issues with random people, and I have found that people are generally willing and open to talk if you don’t come from a place of presumption. People are also usually quite respectful of your life choices; I went to a party once when I was still on the Ultimate team, and they gave me a glass of water so I could participate in their drinking games. I really don’t know anything about the football team though. </p>
<p>The Christians on campus have a very wide range of political views, and I the clueless international student look on bemusedly. But we all worship the same God, and unanimously unite to help out at special-needs schools in Cleveland or soup kitchens at 7am Saturday morning. It’s beautiful. </p>
<p>In short, you should come to Oberlin. I have learnt so much about understanding and loving people just by being here.</p>
<p>If you want to talk more, feel free to PM me!</p>