Fundraiser collects over $2K

Oakland University recently hosted several fundraising events in memory of Corey Jackson. The activities resulted in a collection of $2,052.59. A check was sent to the Harold W. Vick funeral home, which handled Jackson’s burial arrangements and will benefit the family.

MBH hosts breakfast with Santa

Meadow Brook Hall will be hosting a Breakfast with Santa on Sunday, Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. to noon. Participants are advised to bring an appetite, a Christmas wish list and a holiday spirit.

Reservations are required; tickets are $25 for children and $30 for adults.

Tour tickets may be purchased at a discounted rate of $12 per person.

Opera workshop open for students

The Opera Workshop will be presented in Varner Recital Hall on Thursday, Dec. 2 from 8-9 p.m. Voice students will be showcasing their annual workshop performance, featuring classical selections. Admission to the performance is free.

OUSC approves winter budget, Redbox plans fall

At OUSC’s meeting on Monday, Nov. 29, the budget for the winter semester was approved.

Student activities funding board bylaws were updated regarding the date and time in which student organizations must turn in paperwork, and Student Body President Brandon Gustafson said discussions with Redbox about adding a movie rental program were not progressing and that he would begin looking at other possibilities.

Board of Trustees Student Liaisons Marta Bauer and Emily Tissot spoke with OUSC about expanding the partnership between the two groups and Ashley Marthen was named as Legislator of the Month for November. OUSC’s next meeting will be at the start of next semester.

Party to encompass many cultures

The Multicultural Holiday party will be held on Friday, Dec. 3 from 4-7 p.m. in Banquet Room A of the Oakland Center. The all-campus gathering will feature holiday performances by OU students, traditional and international holiday food and desserts as well as crafts and games.