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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

OU’s first recycling program: 1989 residence halls council environmental committee

OU’s first recycling program: 1989 residence halls council environmental committee

Payton Bucki, Content Editor November 15, 2023

Campus sustainability has been a hot-button issue in the minds of Oakland University community members, especially in recent times. This year, activists have made many gains in preserving campus sustainability....

What it takes to be an RA: A leadership opportunity for OU Housing students

What it takes to be an RA: A leadership opportunity for OU Housing students

Noah Francis, Features Editor September 27, 2023

Students at Oakland University have several opportunities for leadership positions around OU’s campus. From being part of an e-board for a club or even Student Congress, OU offers many ways to get involved...

OU Housing in the heat: Investigating air conditioning disparities

OU Housing in the heat: Investigating air conditioning disparities

Noah Francis, Features Editor September 20, 2023

After a hot day on Oakland University’s campus, some OU Housing residents return home to a cool and refreshing room where they can rest comfortably out of the heat. For other campus residential communities,...

How to design your dream dorm: Tips for decorating your residential space

How to design your dream dorm: Tips for decorating your residential space

Noah Francis, Features Editor September 13, 2023

As everyone settles into their dorms, students may start to feel their rooms feel bland. Clear walls, uninviting lighting and an empty common area can make living quarters mentally draining --- but there...

Soon-to-be-retired University Housing Director Jim Zentmeyer.

University Housing Director Jim Zentmeyer retiring April 1

Jeff Thomas, Editor-in-Chief March 17, 2022

Longtime Director of University Housing Jim Zentmeyer is set to retire on April 1, ending his 36-year career in higher education.  Per OU Director of Media Relations Brian Bierley, Zentmeyer says he’s...

Housing responds to students’ spring break return

Housing responds to students’ spring break return

Emily Morris, Managing Editor March 3, 2021

University Housing skips testing and quarantine period after spring break, after campus COVID-19 cases lower.  Housing Director Jim Zentmeyer accredited lessening campus COVID-19 cases to university...

Changes coming to Chartwells

Cheyanne Kramer January 10, 2016

Earlier in the year, Oakland residents were surprised with an increase in their transfer meals which allow them to use dining plans to eat around campus. The fall 2015 semester allowed students an unprecedented...

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