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The Oakland Post

A Trusted Source of Independent Student Journalism since 1987.

The Oakland Post

A Trusted Source of Independent Student Journalism since 1987.

The Oakland Post

There is truly nothing better than salt on the ground during winter.

I love salt

Dean Vaglia, Staff Reporter November 20, 2019

Winter is wonderful and I wish it was always here forever and ever. Spring’s showers and blooms may make for a beautiful summer and autumn’s red hues may warm my heart, but nothing extracts more passion...

Time with family during Thanksgiving can be the worst.

Surviving Thanksgiving

Ashley Averill November 16, 2019

Since “Game of Thrones” ended, no one told us that “winter is coming.” Instead of the crisp autumn air and sound of leaf blowers we normally hear this time of year, there’s a foot of snow...

FAZE Jarvis has been accused of cheating in Fortnite and banned by Epic Games.

#JusticeforJarvis, my Fortnite King

Michael Pearce, Editor-In-Chief November 11, 2019

It’s a sad day in the world when a legend is persecuted against. My man, Jarvis Kaye, better known for his sick 360 no scope ladder YY shots on Fortnite, is being unfairly hated on. My man, FAZE Jarvis,...

Why can't the whole world just agree to be on the same time.

Time isn’t real

Bridget Janis, Managing Editor November 11, 2019

It’s that time of year where the sun sets at 5 p.m. and we spend half of our day in darkness. Daylight saving time has happened once again, and we have gained one hour of sleep just for that night. What...

POV: You’re listening to Kids Bop while your mom cusses out some teens

November 11, 2019

When you loaded up into Mommy's mini van for the day, you were expecting the usual -- tantrum in Meijer at 11,

The life and times of the bus that drove itself into a car

The life and times of the bus that drove itself into a car

Dean Vaglia, Staff Reporter November 7, 2019

The Oakland University autonomous bus is dead. Its life was short and bright right until the violent end. Let us celebrate its memory. The EasyMile EZ10 autonomous shuttle — affectionately called...

Roommates who get too personal are the actual worst.

How to tell if your roommate needs to go

Michael Pearce, Editor-In-Chief November 7, 2019

Sometimes, the random roommate pairing just doesn't work. Trust me, I know. The other morning, I woke up, walked to the bathroom and saw what I hoped was beard hair shaved onto the entire sink. I don't...

While Vine rests in peace, TikTok is here and better than ever—not missing any vine energy.

Steel metal cage match: TikTok vs. Vine

Lauren Karmo, Managing Editor November 7, 2019

Readers, hold onto your panties, because I’m about to settle the greatest debate of this generation. It has to be said: TikTok is the superior comedy platform. Vine, you had your time to shine baby,...

Volleyball breaks losing streak in 3-0 victory

Lauren Karmo, Managing Editor November 7, 2019

After three straight losses, the Oakland University volleyball team rebounded, defeating Youngstown State in Horizon League play with a 3-0 win in the O’rena on Sunday, Nov. 3. Jaime Walling led the...

Sometimes you can't unsee college costumes.

The costumes you meet at a Halloween party

Ashley Averill October 30, 2019

Halloween is a time for carving pumpkins, going to cider mills, eating candy and watching “Hocus Pocus” or a horror movie. If you're a college student, Halloween is an excuse to get dressed up,...

The Golden Grizzlies win 61-59 in their first exhibition game against Rochester University in the O’rena on Thursday, Oct. 24.

Oakland beats Rochester University in final moments

October 26, 2019

The O’rena crowd sat quiet, stunned that Rochester University had kept the game close, as Tray Maddox took the ball up the floor with the game on the line. Rochester had just tied up the exhibition game...

Parking at OU will be one of the key elements in my inevitable demise.

Airing my grievances

Ashley Averill October 23, 2019

Ah, Oakland University — home to the Golden Grizzlies, where students come to learn, socialize and partake in the many clubs, organizations and sporting events available on campus, then graduate and...

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