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Reducing the stigma of sobriety with a Color Walk

Reducing the stigma of sobriety with a Color Walk

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor October 15, 2025

Grizz Recovery’s team made a rainbow out of the Oakland University’s campus and students for their first Color Walk event. The addiction and substance abuse recovery group took on the new initiative...

Goat Yoga brings relaxation and laughter to campus

Goat Yoga brings relaxation and laughter to campus

Addison Koch, Features Reporter October 15, 2025

Students, faculty and staff gathered on the lawn near Kresge Library and Elliott Tower on Monday, Oct. 6, for a one-of-a-kind experience: Goat Yoga. The event invited participants to relax, stretch and...

Photo courtesy of Crystal Orser, OU student.

Exploring the World with Oakland University

Ruby Hernandez, Campus Reporter October 15, 2025

For Oakland University students, studying abroad offers more than just a change of scenery — it’s a chance to expand their worldviews, gain cultural awareness and experience hands-on learning in new...

Banned book fair: a fight against censorship

Banned book fair: a fight against censorship

Maryam Somo, Campus Reporter October 15, 2025

Oct. 5 to Oct. 11 marked the annual Banned Book Week — an event put on by the American Library Association (ALA). Oakland University participated in highlighting and promoting the freedom to read with...

The inside scoop: WXOU Harvest Fest

Maria Magnoli, Arts Reporter October 15, 2025

On Friday, Oct. 9, Oakland University’s student-run radio station, WXOU, held its annual Harvest Fest at Elliott Tower. Thanks to the Student Activities Funding Board (SAFB), the Student Program Board...

Student body opposes a proposed 73% reduction in menstrual product dispensers

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor October 15, 2025

As Oakland University Student Congress (OUSC) begins talks of institutionalizing the menstrual product dispenser initiative, the university’s administration proposes taking over the entire costs and...

OU alum shares lessons on building a brand from the ground up

OU alum shares lessons on building a brand from the ground up

Addison Koch and Madison Short October 15, 2025

On Tuesday, Oct. 7, Oakland University students were invited to hear Michael Sana, an OU marketing alum, speak about his Detroit-based clothing brand, Sana. What began as a project born out of curiosity...

Photo courtesy of Oakland University

A step into the future: Opportunities at OU’s Engineering and IT Career Fair

Maryam Somo, Campus Reporter October 8, 2025

Life after college is a common concern for many students, but Oakland University’s Career and Life Design Center (CLDC) helps ease the transition from academics to the professional world through events...

Living In The Question: Jess Walter explores storytelling, creativity and AI in Oakland Center reading

Addison Koch, Features Reporter October 8, 2025

On Monday, Sept. 29, in the Oakland Center Founders Ballroom, bestselling author Jess Walter read from his work, discussed the art of storytelling and answered audience questions. He brought a sense of...

Photo courtesy of Oakland University Police Department

Sexual violence prevention on annual security and fire safety report

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor October 8, 2025

Stalking is reported as the offense with the highest incidence at Oakland University, according to the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, standing in contrast with a drop of liquor law violations...

Over 100 employers at 2025 Fall Career Fair

Ruby Hernandez, Campus Reporter October 8, 2025

Oakland University’s 2025 Fall Career Fair drew over 100 employers on Wednesday, Oct. 1, as students and alumni flocked to connect with industry professionals and explore career pathways.  This highly...

Photo courtesy of PRSSA OU chapter

A conversation with PRSSA alumni on agency life and experience

Maryam Somo, Campus Reporter October 8, 2025

Oakland University’s Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) chapter hosted a presentation and conversation with PRSSA alumni on Oct. 2. Members eagerly arrived early, filling the regular...

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