Oberlin, Ohio – The Oberlin College athletics department will hold a dedication ceremony on Friday, April 24 at 5 p.m. to officially honor 1955 graduate Bob Kahn and the track and field complex that bears his name. The ceremony will be held in front of the entrance to the track, across from the concession stand.

Kahn, who earned a bachelor of arts in music education, enjoyed success with several athletics teams while at Oberlin, earning varsity letters in both tennis and cross country. As a senior he led the men's tennis team as their captain. He also ran track and wrestled.

Upon graduation from Oberlin as a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Kahn continued his studies at Queens College in New York. He graduated in 1957 with a master of science, specializing in music education.

After completion of his time at Queens College, Kahn began to realize his ambitions as a businessman. He began his professional career in finance as an investment analyst with Value Line Investment Survey in New York City.

In 1975, he joined in founding the research department at W. P. Stewart & Company. Today, Kahn resides in New York City, where he serves as an analyst and portfolio manager for W. P. Stewart & Company and is a member of the U.S. equity research and portfolio management team.

On Friday evening, Oberlin will welcome teams across the state to compete in the Bob Kahn Invitational. The track will also be in full use on Saturday and Sunday as Oberlin plays host to the NCAC Multi-Event Championships.

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