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A Trusted Source of Independent Student Journalism since 1987.

The Oakland Post

Love and Unity: Oakland University students champion DEI

Love and Unity: Oakland University students champion DEI

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor April 9, 2025

With crayons on the floor, paint on signs and student voices on the speaker, Oakland University community members championed love and unity under Elliott Tower at noon on April 3. “[At] Oakland University...

Photo courtesy of the Johnson-Matthews slate

Johnson-Matthews slate comes out victorious: OUSC election

Sophia Curran, Political Editor April 9, 2025

Oakland University Student Congress (OUSC), announced the election results for the upcoming year. The Smith-Drzewiecki, Smith-Cattanach and Johnson-Matthews slates all worked hard for the presidential...

OU’s Out of the Darkness Walk unites community

OU’s Out of the Darkness Walk unites community

Reagan Reetz, Marketing Director April 9, 2025

On April 6, Oakland University hosted an Out of the Darkness Walk in partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). The walk is a student and community fundraiser designed to raise...

Celebrating Queer Youth at Pride Prom

Celebrating Queer Youth at Pride Prom

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor April 9, 2025

The under-the-sea splendor of the 20th Annual Drag Show did not leave the Banquet Rooms — it was revamped at SAGE’s Pride Prom on April 3.  “So many of us never got a special night to be fully...

58 years on-air: WXOU Birthday Bash

58 years on-air: WXOU Birthday Bash

Matilde Rabajoli, Political Reporter April 9, 2025

Radio Station 88.3 FM, WXOU, held its 58th Birthday Bash at Oakland University. The middle-aged station invited artists of all kinds to perform, local vendors and students to participate in a night of...

Sparkling Diamonds: Meadow Brook Ball 2025

Sparkling Diamonds: Meadow Brook Ball 2025

Reagan Reetz, Marketing Director April 2, 2025

Last Friday, the Meadow Brook Ball Committee hosted its annual Meadow Brook Ball with the theme “Sparkling Diamonds.” Inspired by James Bond, attendees could participate in a secret mission set around...

Under-the-sea splendor: 20th Annual Drag Show

Under-the-sea splendor: 20th Annual Drag Show

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor April 2, 2025

With the help of Sabin, a Drag Queen host at Oakland University for 13 years, the Oakland Center submerged itself in the 20th edition of the Annual Drag Show. With an under-the-sea theme, SAGE welcomed...

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Meet Ethan McMurray: OU student composer’s viral mushroom reel lands international spotlight

Maria Magnoli, Arts Reporter April 2, 2025

Social media platforms provide opportunities for individuals to share their voices, and within hours, someone’s life can change entirely. This is what happened a few weeks ago to Oakland University sophomore...

From Eastern Europe to South America: 'Democracy’s Resilience to Populism's Threat'

From Eastern Europe to South America: ‘Democracy’s Resilience to Populism’s Threat’

Matilde Rabajoli, Political Reporter April 2, 2025

On Mar. 26, Oakland’s Meadow Brook Hall hosted a presentation by Dr. Kurt Weyland regarding his 2024 book of “Democracy’s Resilience to Populism’s Threat.” An early dinner was held for invited...

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Student Activities Funding Board proposes bill to separate from Student Congress

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor April 2, 2025

During the March Oakland University Student Congress (OUSC) meetings, the Student Activities Funding Board (SAFB) proposed a bill to separate from OUSC, aimed at increasing their efficiency and autonomy. “The...

In January, Michigan governor Gretchen Whitmer visited Home Bakery and was photographed with the famous cake. Photo courtesy of Home Bakery.

Baker and business owner behind Detroit Lions cake shares her story with OU students

Ava Webb, Photographer April 2, 2025

Local baker and small business owner Heather Tocco visited Oakland University to share her story with students. Heather Tocco, who owns Home Bakery in Downtown Rochester, started decorating cakes as...

Photo courtesy of OUSC

OUSC hosts vice presidential debate

Sophia Curran, Political Editor April 2, 2025

On March 27, Oakland University Student Congress (OUSC) hosted a debate for the upcoming election. There are three presidential slates, each of which has a vice-presidential candidate. Nia Matthews...

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