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Back on the Stage

By Kaitlyn Chornoby March 30, 2011

While many comedians have shown off their talents on Comedy Central, few have been as influential and loved as John Oliver.Oliver, senior British correspondent on "The Daily Show" and co-host of the weekly...

Secrets revealed on communal wall

By John Doe March 29, 2011

Would you ever consider telling people the name of your vibrator?  What about coming out of the closet in a very public way?  How about telling the Oakland University community that your parents were...

Wireless show previews new and upcoming gadgets

By Kaitlyn Chornoby March 29, 2011

With the world going wireless, companies are competing to stay on top of the game and offer the best to their customers.The International CTIA Wireless Show, held this year in Orlando rather than the usual...

Glover hosts award show, increases successes

By Kaitlyn Chornoby March 22, 2011

Donald Glover has a name well-known in the worlds of stand-up comedy, acting and even the music industry. Thanks to hosting the mtvU Woodie Awards, which aired on March 16, Glover can write a new addition...

Lupe Fiasco defines his hip-hop niche

By Ryan Hegedus March 22, 2011

Wasalu Muhammad Jaco. The name doesn't sound familiar, does it?Combine the name of a childhood friend and The Firm's song "The Firm Fiasco," however, and you have Lupe Fiasco, one of hip-hop's biggest...

Music from around the world

By Annie Stodola March 22, 2011

On Friday, music from Africa and the Caribbean will fill Varner Hall.The Oakland University World Music Concert is at 8 p.m. on March 25. The concert features music from Ghana, Zimbabwe, Trinidad and the...

Professor Profile: Keith Dye

By John Doe March 22, 2011

Keith Dye, lecturer in the Department of history, believes education is a priority.Dye was first influenced by historians at a young age, sparking his interest in the field."I've always wanted to teach,...

OUTV challenges knowledge of tech-savvy students

By Kaitlyn Chornoby March 22, 2011

Calling all gadget hounds, gamers and self-professed tech geeks: Student Video Productions has a technology-aimed show worth checking out.Cohosted by junior Clayton Cortez and senior Kristina Karamo, "Best...

New leaders instill spirit

By Ali Armstrong March 22, 2011

If you've ever been to a new student orientation or taken a walk around campus in the summer, chances are you've probably seen them sporadically walking backwards around campus, directing students through...

Almost famous: Students share names with celebrities

By Nichole Seguin March 22, 2011

Move over, Kelly Clarkson. There's a new girl in town.Her name is also Kelly Clarkson, and she doesn't like the attention you've given her.Although the junior majoring in communications also shares an...

Jazz band to perform with trumpeter Marvin Stamm

By Megan Semeraz March 16, 2011

Jazz and studio trumpeter Marvin Stamm will be performing at Varner Recital Hall on Thursday with the Oakland Jazz Band.Stamm, established himself as a musician in the mid-1960s while living in New York...

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