Leo Hidy OC ‘23

J.F. Oberlin University, Japan (2023-25)

Leo Hidy (he/him) '23 majored in American Studies and minored in Economics with a concentration in Sustainable Business. While at Oberlin, Leo was privileged to work alongside a diverse array of Oberlin students in various cross-functional roles. His work as a Student Finance Co-Chair, Preventing and Responding to Sexual Misconduct (PRSM) trainer, Resident Assistant in Asia House, and Barefoot Dialogue Facilitator motivated his interest in peer education and community development. Outside of the classroom, Leo is an avid cook and enjoys learning about community-oriented foodways. While in Machida, Leo is excited to learn about international cuisines, Japanese food philosophies, and urban space-making. Leo is incredibly grateful for the opportunity to further his teaching pedagogies through the Shansi Fellowship.