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2025 Keeper of the Dream Award Recipient: Nia Matthews

Reagan Reetz, Marketing Director March 19, 2025

The Keeper of the Dream Scholarship is awarded to students who positively contribute to breaking down racial and cultural stereotypes as leaders on campus. Student Nia Matthews embodies this mission and...

Grassroots anti-fascist demonstration in downtown Oxford

Grassroots anti-fascist demonstration in downtown Oxford

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor March 19, 2025

On March 14, the pedestrian bridge that intersects with downtown Oxford’s main street, usually adorned with Oxford Chamber of Commerce announcements was redecorated with pride flags and anti-fascist...

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2025 Keeper of the Dream Award Recipient: Aliyah Spears

Sophia Curran, Political Editor March 19, 2025

The Keeper of the Dream Award recognizes outstanding students who have helped foster interracial understanding and goodwill. As an award that honors the work of Martin Luther King Jr., recipients chosen...

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Student perspectives on new Ruby Franke documentary

Daniela Cesario, Features Reporter March 12, 2025

The release of the new documentary on Hulu, "Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke," has stirred strong reactions across all of social media. The documentary delves into Franke's rise to fame...

Back from Spring Break: Student opinions on returning to classes

Back from Spring Break: Student opinions on returning to classes

Daniela Cesario, Features Reporter March 12, 2025

Students are back from spring break, and the campus at Oakland University is buzzing with renewed energy. With only about two months left in the semester, the final stretch is in sight. As the days grow...

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Public Relations and Its Expanding Opportunities: A Look Inside PRSSA

Daniela Cesario, Features Reporter March 12, 2025

The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) at Oakland University has become an integral part of many students' college experiences, offering opportunities for networking and career exploration....

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2025 Keeper of the Dream Award Recipient: Fatoumata Samb

Sophia Curran, Political Editor March 12, 2025

The Keeper of the Dream Award recognizes outstanding students who have helped foster interracial understanding and goodwill. A recipient goes above and beyond to advocate for a multicultural connection...

Dear Mallory: Making friends at OU as a commuter

Dear Mallory: Making friends at OU as a commuter

Mallory Waligora, Content Editor March 5, 2025

I find it so hard to make friends on campus at OU, especially as a commuter. What should I do? OU is a commuter school. In 2023, 84% of students lived off campus. There’s no doubt that OU has a weaker...

Dear Mallory: Flirting with your campus crush

Dear Mallory: Flirting with your campus crush

Mallory Waligora, Content Editor February 26, 2025

What’s the least awkward way to introduce myself to the cute guy in my lecture? First off, a campus crush is insanely fun. The thrill of running into them on your walk to class, seeing them in your...

Fourth snow day of the semester sparks mixed reactions among students

Fourth snow day of the semester sparks mixed reactions among students

Daniela Cesario, Features Reporter February 19, 2025

For the fourth time this semester, students at Oakland University woke up to an unexpected snow day, as another winter storm forced campus-wide closures. With another round of heavy snowfall hitting this...

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Students react to Role Model releasing deluxe edition of ‘Kansas Anymore’

Daniela Cesario, Features Reporter February 19, 2025

Role Model, the indie pop artist known for his introspective lyrics and folk-tinged sound, released the deluxe edition of his critically acclaimed album "Kansas Anymore" on Feb. 14. Originally released...

The Oakland Chorale prepares for their European Tour

The Oakland Chorale prepares for their European Tour

Sophia Curran, Political Editor February 19, 2025

The Oakland Chorale, Oakland University’s most prestigious chorus ensemble, held one of many fundraisers this past week in the Oakland Center to raise money for their tour across Europe this upcoming...

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