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The $1 million donation from the OU Credit Union will go towards sustainability initiatives on campus.
OU Credit Union donates $1 million toward campus sustainability efforts
Payton Bucki, Features Editor • June 8, 2023

When Oakland University announced the suspension of its considerations for an East Campus development (ECD) project, environmental activists...

Governor Gretchen Whitmer speaks at OU commencement
Governor Gretchen Whitmer speaks at OU commencement
Payton Bucki, Features Editor • May 7, 2023

Governor Gretchen Whitmer served as the keynote speaker at the commencement ceremony for Oakland University graduates of the College of Arts...

April BOT meeting: New master's program, student awards, advancement update
Joe Zerilli, Campus Editor • April 27, 2023

The April 20 Board of Trustees (BOT) meeting recognized four student award recipients, introduced a new master’s degree in finance and featured...

Arianna Heyman is the new editor-in-chief of The Oakland Post. She is a senior pursuing a double major in journalism and communication.
Introducing Arianna Heyman, The Oakland Post's new editor-in-chief
Autumn Okuszka, Content Editor • May 17, 2023

With a deep admiration for the Oakland University community and a commitment to continuing a legacy of excellence, Arianna Heyman is next to...

Detroit-based social media startup recreating human experience online
Detroit-based social media startup 'recreating human experience' online
Tori Coker, Content Editor • April 29, 2023

Detroit-based, husband and wife entrepreneurs Ziarekenya and Kathryn Smith are looking to infuse some transparency into the world of social media...

People of OU: Freddy Krueger actor Robert Englund reflects on time at OU
People of OU: Freddy Krueger actor Robert Englund reflects on time at OU
Joe Zerilli, Campus Editor • April 27, 2023

Freddy Kreuger is a household name, whether it be from the original “A Nightmare on Elm Street” or the later “Freddy vs. Jason.” With...

The Oakland University swimming and diving team won their ninth consecutive Horizon League title last weekend.
Swimming and Diving teammates Christian Bart, Susan LaGrand named to U.S. roster for World University Games
Brock Heilig, Sports Editor • May 25, 2023

Legendary Swimming and Diving head coach Pete Hovland’s 44-year career has now officially come to an end, and his successor, Mitch Alters,...

Coach Peter Hovland was inducted into Michigan’s sports hall of fame in 2016.
Pete Hovland: A career to remember
Brock Heilig, Sports Editor • April 5, 2023

A typical career lasts about 40 years. Oakland University Swimming and Diving Head Coach Pete Hovland’s career lasted just about that long...

The Detroit Pistons won the NBA Draft Lottery, giving them the rights to the first overall pick for the first time since 1970.
Jaden Ivey, Jalen Duren big keys for Pistons' future
Summer Weathers, Sports Reporter • April 5, 2023

The newest assets to the Detroit Pistons are a lethal duo that has what it takes for an exciting next season.  This year, Jaden Ivey has...

My anticipated summer reads
My anticipated summer reads
D’Juanna Lester, Arts Reporter • April 5, 2023

It’s that time of the year again to build my TBR (to be read) list for the summer. From fantasy to rom-coms, I’m really excited for what’s...

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Reflecting on ‘This Is Us:’ How TV shows help us grieve
Autumn Okuszka, Content Editor • April 5, 2023

It’s been one year since NBC’s hit show “This Is Us” last graced our television screens. It’s also been one year since my grandmother...

‘Shadow and Bone’ season two: A chaotic rollercoaster
‘Shadow and Bone’ season two: A chaotic rollercoaster
D’Juanna Lester, Arts Reporter • April 5, 2023

Calling all Grishers! The second season of Netflix’s hit Fantasy show “Shadow and Bone” is finally out after almost a year of anticipation. Where...

OPINION: Graduation, a lesson in patience
OPINION: Graduation, a lesson in patience
Leticia Cezário Santos, Marketing Director • April 5, 2023

We’re here. Our last issue of the semester. Our last issue of this volume. But for many of us, myself included, the last issue of our time...

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Reflecting on ‘This Is Us:’ How TV shows help us grieve
Autumn Okuszka, Content Editor • April 5, 2023

It’s been one year since NBC’s hit show “This Is Us” last graced our television screens. It’s also been one year since my grandmother...

The Detroit Pistons won the NBA Draft Lottery, giving them the rights to the first overall pick for the first time since 1970.
Jaden Ivey, Jalen Duren big keys for Pistons' future
Summer Weathers, Sports Reporter • April 5, 2023

The newest assets to the Detroit Pistons are a lethal duo that has what it takes for an exciting next season.  This year, Jaden Ivey has...

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