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Student wins American Society of Safety Engineers national student paper competition for environmental research

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Danielle Kaminski, a senior majoring in occupational safety and health at Oakland University, recently won the American Society of Safety Engineers National Student Paper Competition, taking a $500 cash prize and a $700 stipend.

‘Miracle Shannon’ moves forward

By NICHOLE SEGUIN and MEGAN SEMERAZ

Nearly six months ago, Oakland University students Jenna Balabuch, Rachel Ring and Shannon Waite were traveling to Detroit on southbound Interstate 75 when a driver rear-ended their stopped vehicle at 70 mph.

GALLERY: A pop of color

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One of this season’s biggest trends is colored denim. Racks are stocked with pants in every hue — from peach to mint green, bright reds, to yellows. With the color blocking trend, this versatile style works well when combined with many other colored tops.

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.

Gym Class Heroes drummer talks about formation of band, what it’s like to be famous

By MISHA MAYHAND and DYLAN DULBERG

Before the Gym Class Heroes took the stage last night at the Student Program Board's Grizzlypalooza Pt. 2, The Oakland Post had a chance to sit down with drummer Matt McGinley to the band's future and past experiences.

Chalking up nostalgia

By JORDAN GONZALEZ and MADELINE LOSHAW

Students rushing all over campus — from class, to the library, to the dorms — are all accustomed to the sidewalk drawings that promote campus events and student organizations. But something new in the world of chalk has been spotted on the sidewalks here at Oakland University — Pokémon. The colorful characters have sparked joy and nostalgia throughout the university.

Vision Restored

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Meadow Brook Theatre pairs up with New Jersey-based charity to distribute necessities to the needy

Stamps leaves his mark

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One student describes him as having a fantastic mind of information. Another describes his lectures as always engaging. He’s an international scholar with enough books in his office to cover any subject. He’s Richard Stamps, the soon-to-retire associate professor of anthropology and archaeology.

What it takes to be the Grizz

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Auditions to determinie who would become the next Grizz were held on Monday, April 2. The official mascot of OU not only has an impact on campus, but in various communities as well. The OU Athletics website describes the role of Grizz as an important one that should not be taken lightly.

Skateboarding club recognized as club sport

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Homework, class, work — college students live busy lives, but every other Wednesday at City Grind Skate Park, students take a break from the everyday stress to board. Skateboarding recently became an Olympic sport, increasing its popularity, along with new trends like long boarding. Oakland University followed suit with the creation of the skateboard club at OU last October.

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