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We’re all a little mad

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“You can walk home with me,” he said, with his 6-foot-seven-inch shadow casting along the warm Los Angeles sidewalk as he made his way home. Phone in hand, he made wide strides with his genuine and quirky smile on his face.

Last Lecture Researcher and professor Barry Winkler looks back on his achievements

By CLARE LATORRE and BRIAN FIGURSKI

Working at the Eye Research Institute, researcher and science professor Barry Winkler has been working at Oakland University for over 40 years.

Pianist, professor joins Varner stage with violinist to play Mozart sonatas

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Assistant professor of music Yin Zheng continues to show students the attainability, attraction and beauty of classical music. In the upcoming event, “A Journey with Mozart,” the professor and keyboard program coordinator invites students from all fields of study to join violinist Bin Huang and herself in their love for Mozart, free of charge.

Twin filmmakers: ‘Skyrim 2012’

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The latest explosion in the gaming world is undoubtedly the RPG Skyrim, and if you’re a fan, chances are you’ve seen the “Skyrim 2012” videos circling the Internet. Would you believe that those satirical short films started right here at Oakland University?

Much Ado About Shakespeare

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After eight long years, the antics of Shakespeare have returned to Oakland University. Starting Feb. 2, the department of music, theatre and dance will present nine performances of their rendition of the playwright’s classic “Much Ado About Nothing.”

Photo gallery: NYC inspiration in Detroit

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Abstract imagination playfully dances across the crisp white walls of the gallery. Deer and owls become mythical creatures while color and texture become whole new platforms with which to display the mind’s eye. The pieces openly welcome their viewers into their realm of childlike brevity, courage and curiosity.

Student volunteers cross borders

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Oakland University’s first international community service student organization, Medical Brigades, recently spent time in Honduras, providing their knowledge and help to those in need. While there, 34 students and members of MB provided free medical and dental care to the rural community of Hoya Grande, including a local orphanage.

Follow the music

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Sophomore journalism and music performance major Stephanie Sokol uses her talent as a photographer to showcase the benefits and challenges of being a music student at OU.