A republic dominates the world, is ruled by institutions that often falter, has a culture spread wherever its influence extends and has constant political conflict. Two nations fit this description: the...
As a self-proclaimed history nerd, I am continually fascinated by the past and how it has impacted our futures. When pondering the idea of a special edition of The Oakland Post, I thought of no greater...
Since its establishment in 1959, The Oakland Post has served as Oakland University’s primary source of student news. The Post has gone through many iterations but has always stayed consistent in its...
Thanksgiving is here! Yes, I know. Already! Besides eating pumpkin pie, you might want to use the next few days to learn more about this important national holiday.
According to History.com, Thanksgiving...
Rachel Yim, Science & Technology Reporter
• June 15, 2022
From science courses to art and global perspective courses, the Honors College provides its students with a variety of classes to choose from. This fall, the Honors College will present a course named...
Teaching primarily in the historical fields of environment and development, economic history, conflict studies and African history, Getnet Bekele, Ph.D. — associate professor of history at Oakland University...
As reported by the Daily Wire, on Sept. 8 the Virginian government removed the largest Confederate statue in the United States (U.S.) in Richmond. This removal was facilitated by the end of a yearlong...
It is Feb. 3, 1962 in Rochester, Michigan. United States (U.S.) president John F. Kennedy has issued an executive order announcing a trade embargo on Cuba — a result of deteriorating relations stemming...
Many departments at Oakland University have honor societies geared toward students to help them connect with others and host different events to connect with other colleges and universities. Phi Alpha...
