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Letter to the editor: Civility and its Discontents

Letter to the editor: Civility and its Discontents

Robert Anderson, Contributor September 15, 2023

I add my voice to the chorus of those, like my colleagues Katie Hartsock, Alan Epstein, and members of CASE-OU, raising objections to the inclusion of former Governor Rick Snyder in the upcoming “Breaking...

The alleged suspects vehicle is a dark-colored SUV.

Indecent exposure incidents on campus: OUPD search for suspect

Autumn Okuszka, Editor-in-Chief September 14, 2023

The Oakland University Police Department (OUPD) is asking the campus community to be on the lookout for an individual driving a dark-colored SUV after three alleged indecent exposure incidents at the start...

Letter to the editor: Giving Civility a Bad Name

Letter to the editor: Giving Civility a Bad Name

Katie Hartsock, Contributor September 14, 2023

“The Importance of Civility and Improving Political Discourse” is a timely topic for the inaugural panel discussion of OU’s Center for Civic Engagement new Dennis Muchmore Public Policy Lecture Series....

Letter to the editor: Reflections on Civility and Justice

Letter to the editor: Reflections on Civility and Justice

Alan Epstein, Contributor September 14, 2023

The upcoming campus event scheduled for September 18, entitled: “Breaking the Barrier: The Importance of Civility and Improving Political Discourse,” has generated controversy over how “civility”...

‘GUTS:’ Picking up the pieces on Olivia Rodrigo’s new album

‘GUTS:’ Picking up the pieces on Olivia Rodrigo’s new album

Chelsea Bossert, Arts Reporter September 13, 2023

Teenage years are tumultuous. Early twenties are worse. College, friends splitting up and growing apart, first real jobs, finally discovering who you truly are — these years are bountiful if not stressful.  Born...

Everything you need to know about the potential UAW-Detroit automaker strike

Everything you need to know about the potential UAW-Detroit automaker strike

Noah Thomason, Political Reporter September 13, 2023

The United Autoworkers Union (UAW) has been preparing for the possibility of a strike happening with the deadline of their contracts with General Motors, Ford and Stellantis, commonly known as the “Big...

New students welcomed to campus with convocation

New students welcomed to campus with convocation

Chloe Kukuk, Campus Editor September 13, 2023

Oakland University’s 2023-2024 academic year was ushered in on Sept. 5 with the New Student Convocation, academic open houses and the launch of Welcome Week. The events started at 1 p.m. in the OU...

Letter from the Editor: It’s good to be back

Letter from the Editor: It’s good to be back

Arianna Heyman, Editor-in-Chief September 13, 2023

For me, nothing beats a Michigan autumn. Every other season just pales in comparison. What can beat crisp morning air, scenic colors on the trees, fall sports, Halloween, cider mills –– the answer...

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Hillcrest Dining Hall hours reduced

Evan Fisher, Campus Reporter September 13, 2023

During the week of Aug. 28 to Sept. 5, OU students were notified the operating hours of Hillcrest Dining Hall would be significantly reduced.  Hillcrest Dining Hall will be open from 11:30 a.m.-4:30...

Oakland Athletics: A week in review

Oakland Athletics: A week in review

Brock Heilig, Sports Editor September 13, 2023

Now that classes have started and students are back on campus, athletics are in full swing at Oakland University. Here’s a look at how the Golden Grizzlies fared in athletics competitions this week (Sept....

The Oakland Post Comment Policy

The Oakland Post Comment Policy

The Oakland Post September 11, 2023

Last year, The Oakland Post adopted a comment policy that was controversial. After much consideration, The Oakland Post has made the decision to adjust its comment policy. The Oakland Post is a publication...

Civility trumps accountability: when “public discourse” becomes a shill for actual democracy

Civility trumps accountability: when “public discourse” becomes a shill for actual democracy

James W. Perkinson, Contributor September 11, 2023

Oakland University’s recently announced Center for Civic Engagement panel discussion, set for September 18 at the Oakland Center, advertises that it will focus on “civility.” Such a focus would be...

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