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Student Activities Funding Board proposes bill to separate from Student Congress

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor April 2, 2025

During the March Oakland University Student Congress (OUSC) meetings, the Student Activities Funding Board (SAFB) proposed a bill to separate from OUSC, aimed at increasing their efficiency and autonomy. “The...

In January, Michigan governor Gretchen Whitmer visited Home Bakery and was photographed with the famous cake. Photo courtesy of Home Bakery.

Baker and business owner behind Detroit Lions cake shares her story with OU students

Ava Webb, Photographer April 2, 2025

Local baker and small business owner Heather Tocco visited Oakland University to share her story with students. Heather Tocco, who owns Home Bakery in Downtown Rochester, started decorating cakes as...

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OUSC hosts vice presidential debate

Sophia Curran, Political Editor April 2, 2025

On March 27, Oakland University Student Congress (OUSC) hosted a debate for the upcoming election. There are three presidential slates, each of which has a vice-presidential candidate. Nia Matthews...

Alex Konieczny at Troy Historic Village teaching butter churning. Photo courtesy of Alex Konieczny

OU alumni share career opportunities in anthropology

Matilde Rabajoli and Adrian Jimenez Morales March 26, 2025

Employment for Anthropology majors is projected to grow 8% by 2033, a faster-than-average rate for most careers. Thus, Oakland University alumni shared their insights and tips for exploring diverse career...

Hardcore dancing and punk influences at 2025’s Battle of the Bands

Hardcore dancing and punk influences at 2025’s Battle of the Bands

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor March 26, 2025

Punk, hardcore and metal took over The Habitat during the 2025 edition of SPB’s Battle of the Bands. The high-energy indie bands had the audience hardcore dancing and praising guitar solos on the night...

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OUSC Elections: Meet the legislative tickets

Mallory Waligora, Content Editor March 26, 2025

In addition to the presidential elections for the Oakland University Student Congress (OUSC), students can also run for the position of legislator.  The Oakland Post reached out to the candidates for...

Quackathon: GrizzHacks celebrates its seventh edition

Quackathon: GrizzHacks celebrates its seventh edition

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor March 26, 2025

After 24 hours of programming, a Wayne State University team claimed first place at the seventh edition of GrizzHacks, excelling above dozens of engineering teams ready to experiment with the latest technology.  The...

Detransitioner Chloe Cole addresses student concerns at Turning Point USA event

Detransitioner Chloe Cole addresses student concerns at Turning Point USA event

Chelsea Bossert, Editor-in-Chief March 26, 2025

On March 18, 2025, Turning Point USA at Oakland — an OU-based student-run chapter of the conservative activist group Turning Point USA — brought detransaitioner guest speaker, Chloe Cole, to the Oakland...

Queer is an act of resistance: Trans rights protest at OU

Queer is an act of resistance: Trans rights protest at OU

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor March 26, 2025

Some could hear it all the way from Varner Hall, others from South Foundation Hall; around 50 students, faculty and alumni rallied at the foot of Elliott Tower in support of trans rights, and against hate...

OU Student Congress passes bill to almost double Club Sports’ funding

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor March 19, 2025

After three years of discussions, Oakland University’s Student Congress (OUSC) passed a bill that will increase Club Sports’ funding from the current annual average of $50,000 to a projected $98,000....

Coffee Hour with the Office of Global Engagement

Matilde Rabajoli, Political Reporter March 19, 2025

The Office of Global Engagement hosted a Coffee Hour for students to enjoy a casual atmosphere to learn about study abroad opportunities on Friday, March 14, under Oakland University’s Elliott Tower. The...

Oakland University prepares for the seventh edition of GrizzHacks

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor March 19, 2025

The Engineering Center is preparing for one of the biggest STEM events of the semester; GrizzHacks. The hackathon is a 24-hour engineering marathon to craft a STEM project with friends. Starting on...

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