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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, Campus 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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OUSC Elections: Meet the presidential tickets

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor March 19, 2025

On March 12, the Oakland University Student Congress (OUSC) announced the candidates for the upcoming election. Presidential slates can include a presidential candidate, a vice-presidential candidate,...

Explore interdisciplinary career opportunities with an Archaeology minor

Matilde Rabajoli, Campus Reporter March 19, 2025

Although not many may be aware, Oakland University’s Golden Grizzlies are able to acquire a minor in Archeology thanks to Anthropology Professor Spencer-Wood. The department of Sociology, Anthropology...

Immigration in the Trump era: A fireside chat

Immigration in the Trump era: A fireside chat

Meghan Bareis, Political Reporter March 12, 2025

On the evening of Mar. 7, Oakland clubs and organizations hosted a panel discussion on immigration in the Trump era. This group of organizations included Creating American & International Relationships...

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Veterans Service Officers: Helping students get the most benefits

Matilde Rabajoli, Campus Reporter March 12, 2025

Oakland University hosts monthly visits from a Veteran Service Officer (VSO) that is responsible for helping Golden Grizzlies get the most out of their education.  Veterans Support Services (VSS) helps...

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Golden Key: Creating fun and welcoming spaces at OU

Matilde Rabajoli, Campus Reporter March 12, 2025

Oakland University’s Golden Key International Honour Society is a student-run organization that, on Mar. 7, held a “My Self Care” event for relaxing and taking time out of students’ busy schedules...

Oakland University welcomes Ramadan with Saudi Feast

Oakland University welcomes Ramadan with Saudi Feast

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor March 12, 2025

Ramadan 2025 began on Feb. 28, based on the Islamic lunar cycle, and the Saudi Students Association (SSA) hosted a celebration to welcome the holy month of fasting. On Mar. 7, the Oakland Center Banquet...

Live owls visit the Golden Grizzlies

Live owls visit the Golden Grizzlies

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor March 12, 2025

A packed ballroom at the Oakland Center awaited the visit of two owls in silence. Students and staff lined the tables and walls of the room to meet Rito and Sam, the nocturnal educational ambassadors. After...

How is OU responding to anti-DEI executive orders?

How is OU responding to anti-DEI executive orders?

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor February 26, 2025

During his first month in office, President Donald Trump signed over 70 executive orders — some of them notably ending Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) practices within the federal government. Universities...

Global awareness and community building at Chinese Corner

Global awareness and community building at Chinese Corner

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor February 19, 2025

On Fridays at noon, a little conference room on the third floor of O’Dowd Hall  becomes the Chinese Corner at Oakland University.  With an increase in cultural events and higher attendance at China...

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