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Students react to Sabrina Carpenter announcing deluxe edition of ‘Short n’ Sweet’

Daniela Cesario, Features Reporter February 12, 2025

Sabrina Carpenter has thrilled fans with the announcement of a deluxe edition of her album "Short n’ Sweet," set to release on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14. This is very on theme for Carpenter's aesthetic,...

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The African Student Union showcases African culture at Oakland

Sophia Curran, Political Editor February 12, 2025

The African Student Union creates a community for international African students at Oakland University, allowing them to form bonds with students by encouraging them to show others themselves and their...

Dear Mallory: Dealing with burnout

Dear Mallory: Dealing with burnout

Mallory Waligora, Content Editor February 12, 2025

“I’m so incredibly burnt out this semester. What do I do?” This week is when the mid-semester slump officially begins. The excitement of new classes, new friends and new professors has worn off....

Honors College awards students and teaching assistants with Spirit of Discovery Award

Honors College awards students and teaching assistants with Spirit of Discovery Award

Daniela Cesario, Features Reporter February 12, 2025

Oakland University’s Credit Union (OUCU) is recognizing the dedication and excellence of both students and Honors College teaching assistants through the Spirit of Discovery Award, a scholarship designed...

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2025 Keeper of the Dream Award recipient: Mackenzie Smith

Noah Francis, Features Editor February 5, 2025

The Keeper of the Dream Scholarship Award recognizes outstanding students who have helped foster interracial understanding and goodwill. Inspired and trained by several past recipients, Mackenzie Smith,...

Ceiling Connoisseurs dressing down: Club under hiatus

Ceiling Connoisseurs dressing down: Club under hiatus

Noah Francis, Features Editor February 5, 2025

In the fall semester of 2023, three students, Robert Quigley, Aaron Brian and Deven Malamo came up with one of the silliest clubs on campus, Ceiling Connoisseurs – a club dedicated to discussing and...

How addiction recovery support is transforming at Oakland University

How addiction recovery support is transforming at Oakland University

Alina Zetouna, Contributor February 5, 2025

At Oakland University, Grizz Recovery (GR) is creating a safe space for students to confront addiction, embrace sobriety and build a supportive community — all without the pressure to conform to college...

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Pollinator Conservation Organization: Ensuring the natural life of OU thrives

Sophia Curran, Political Editor February 5, 2025

Oakland University’s Pollinator Conservation Organization works to help save and spread awareness for bees and other pollinating insects — creating a habitat and educating students about protecting...

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Students react to The Weeknd’s new album drop and tour announcement

Daniela Cesario, Features Reporter February 5, 2025

The Weeknd, one of the most influential artists of the 21st century, recently released his highly anticipated new album, "Hurry Up Tomorrow," marking a fresh direction in his music career. Fans have been...

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The renaissance of 2000s trends

Daniela Cesario, Features Reporter January 29, 2025

The early 2000s are making a dramatic comeback, with trends from the era dominating fashion, music and pop culture. From low-rise jeans to frosted lip gloss, the aesthetic of the millennium has captured...

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Garry Gilbert’s life of storytelling and an inspiration filled library

Alina Zetouna, Contributor January 29, 2025

Garry Gilbert's library collection reflects a life steeped in journalism, history and a passion for curiosity about the human experience. Each title tells a story, not just of the past, but of the passions...

Cold closures met with warm welcomes on OU's campus

Cold closures met with warm welcomes on OU’s campus

Sophia Curran, Political Editor January 29, 2025

As students entered their third week of the winter semester, a temperature drop to near negatives resulted in a halt of activities on campus.  Students across Oakland University received a day off...

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