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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

Rachel Yim

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter

Rachel is a rising junior majoring in biomedical sciences. She joined the Oakland Post as a reporter in her freshman year, fall 2019. At OU, she’s a member of the Honors College, Aspiring Surgeons and treasurer for the Health Disparities Awareness club. She aspires to become a physician one day and contribute as much help as she could provide in the field of medicine. After getting her bachelor’s degree at OU, she plans on attending medical school to further her education and knowledge in the field.

Outside of academics, Rachel loves playing tennis, baking and traveling. While she pursues a career in medicine, she also loves the field of journalism. From interviewing people from diverse fields to writing based on the stories each individual provides, this field has shown Rachel a variety of interesting features.

All content by Rachel Yim
What to expect of the weather this winter

What to expect of the weather this winter

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
December 7, 2022
Where Whitmer and Dixon stand on climate change

Where Whitmer and Dixon stand on climate change

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
October 26, 2022
NFL and NFLPA agree to update concussion protocols

NFL and NFLPA agree to update concussion protocols

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
October 12, 2022
Course Highlight: BIO 3350 — Animal Behavior

Course Highlight: BIO 3350 — Animal Behavior

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
October 5, 2022
As part of a recent social media video challenge, people were encouraged to cook chicken with NyQuil, an over the counter (OTC) drug that cures the nighttime symptoms of the common cold and flu. This is in response to a viral TikTok video of a man frying two chicken breasts in the cold and flu medication.

FDA warns of viral ‘NyQuil Chicken Challenge’ on TikTok

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
September 28, 2022
Graham Health Center will be distributing flu vaccines.

COVID-19, monkey pox, flu protocols for the new semester

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
September 21, 2022
Top, from left, Sheala Jafry, M.D., Lori Mausi, M.D., and Deidre Hurse, Ph.D. Bottom, from left, Rena Seltzer, Lori LaCivita, Ph.D., and Deirdre Pitts, Ph.D.

OUWB celebrates Women in Medicine Month through virtual events

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
September 14, 2022
Biomechanics, Ergonomics and Abilities are all associated with human movement. The Biomechanics Ergonomics and Abilities Research (BEAR) laboratory at Oakland University focuses on whole health, taking into account these three factors when evaluating what it means to succeed in movement.

BEAR lab focuses on Self + Environment + Goals = Behavior

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
July 20, 2022
International students at Auburn Hills Christian Center participating in Easter festivities.

OU CAIR program hosted its annual Easter event

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
April 13, 2022
Battle of the Bands is returning to The Habitat on March 10 after a two year hiatus.

Battle of the Bands is returning after two years

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
March 9, 2022
15-year-old Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva was at the center of a doping scandal.

The highs and lows of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
February 23, 2022
Point guard Brianna Breedy is a senior this year, with hopes to become a physical therapist.

Brianna Breedy: Shooting for her dream

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
February 16, 2022
Judith Venuti, Ph.D, worked ten years with OUWB.

Retired OUWB professor named first professor emeritus

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
February 9, 2022
Oak View Hall is home to OU's Honors College.

Honors College offers its students Study Abroad Scholarships

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
February 2, 2022
Dr. Anthony Fauci at a Dec. 1 press conference at the White House discussing the omicron variant.

Omicron emerges as potential new public health threat

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
December 6, 2021
Dean of OU SEHS, Jon Margerum-Leys.

SEHS receives accreditation for continuous improvement

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
November 10, 2021
HALO commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month

HALO commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
October 27, 2021
Members of Crafts with a Purpose (CWAP) spent time making and decorating cards that will be handed out to janitorial staff at OU who have worked tirelessly to keep our school clean and safe.

Crafts with a Purpose makes a positive impact in OU community

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
October 13, 2021
Student Program Board (SPB) hosting "Movie Night on the Lawn" featuring "Monster's University."

SPB hosts movie night to relieve student stress

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
October 6, 2021
The scholarship recognizes OU students who have contributed to interracial understanding and goodwill.

Keeper of the Dream Award to receive applications for 30th year

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
September 29, 2021
Jordan Nash (left) – Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine (OUWB)’s new development associate.

OUWB welcomes new development associate

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
September 29, 2021
Students at OU's annual student involvement fair, Grizz Festival.

Grizz Festival welcomes new students to OU

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
September 15, 2021

End of COVID-19? Still seems like a far-fetched dream

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
September 8, 2021

Annual SPB drive-in kicks off Friday, April 9

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
April 7, 2021

The stock market is fine, what about the economy?

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
March 17, 2021
The mandatory sexual violence training home screen.

University institutes mandatory sexual violence training

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
March 10, 2021
This is the Oakland University on-campus police station. OU was ranked as the third safest college in the nation.

OU ranked third safest college in nation

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
March 3, 2021
New professor of journalism-advertising Guolan Yang.

Advertising analyst joins the journalism department

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
February 17, 2021
OUSC VP Annabella Jankowski and President Ethan Bradley posing for a photo during their candidacy in 2020.

Elections kick off for OUSC executive board

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
February 3, 2021

Virtual day of service continues, celebrates Dr. King

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
January 20, 2021

Perfect score for the School of Education and Human Services

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
January 13, 2021
The Meadow Brook Mansion has a tradition of celebrating the holiday season with decorations. The outdoor lights will be a new addition though.

New winter light show at Meadow Brook Mansion

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
December 2, 2020

GrizzHunt tradition turns virtual

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
December 2, 2020
Veterans’ Support Services celebrates Veterans’ Day

Veterans’ Support Services celebrates Veterans’ Day

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
November 11, 2020

Student Congress encourages young voters

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
November 4, 2020
Donald Trump's problem with women

Donald Trump’s problem with women

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
November 4, 2020

Honors society wins seventh consecutive award

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
October 28, 2020

Alumni association hosts virtual events for homecoming

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
October 28, 2020

Oakland Outlaws raise money for breast cancer research

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
October 21, 2020

‘Not MI Campus’ petition circulates online

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
October 14, 2020
Ben Fuhrman specializes in electroacoustic music.

SMTD hosts virtual New Music Night

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
October 7, 2020

Grizzly Health Squad fights against COVID-19

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
October 7, 2020

Flu vaccines available on campus

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
September 30, 2020
Steven Houser and Cassidy Isaacson from the Grand Rapids Ballet in Funeral March,
Choreography by George Balanchine © The George Balanchine Trust.

Professor publishes book about lost ballet

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
September 23, 2020
Goodbye to Chick-fil-A in the Oakland Center

Goodbye to Chick-fil-A in the Oakland Center

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
September 16, 2020

Virtually welcoming international students

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
September 16, 2020

OU professors publish book focused on women-centered hip hop

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
September 9, 2020
GrizzHacks will celebrate five years of Hackathons this school year.

GrizzHacks celebrates five years of hackathons

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
August 31, 2020

Labs have adapted to remote learning

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
April 8, 2020
Quickly Boba in Auburn Hills is the second to open in Michigan.

Second Quickly Boba Cafe opens in Auburn Hills

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
March 11, 2020
Jason Wasserman, associate professor of Foundational Medical Studies and Pediatrics, published an article on unprofessionalism in medical trainees.

OUWB professor takes on medical trainee unprofessionalism

Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
March 11, 2020
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