Michael Spehn and Gina Kell Spehn
Wednesday, February 19, 2025


Celebrating inclusive and diverse support in all aspects of life, the eighth annual Healthology Symposium takes place on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 in the Oakland Center on the campus of Oakland University.


Students receiving gifts at Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences
Monday, February 17, 2025


The week leading up to holiday break was filled with festive celebrations at the Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences. On December 19, DAAS Pre-K students, staff and volunteers from a local church enjoyed a day of holiday themed activities, offering something special and memorable for every scholar. 


A teacher and students in a classroom at Caniff Liberty Academy
Monday, February 17, 2025


Caniff Liberty Academy has been recognized as one of the top elementary and middle schools in the United States by U.S. News and World Report, the leading publication in education rankings.


DeNetria Gibson-Phillips reads her poem at the Oakland University Board of Trustees meeting.
Monday, February 17, 2025


Oakland University student DeNetria Gibson-Phillips recently won the second annual OU Student Freedom of Speech Contest for a poem she submitted. 



Monday, February 17, 2025


Pulitzer Prize-nominated writer and news reporter Dan Egan will be the keynote speaker leading into the Clinton River Watershed Council’s annual meeting to be held at Oakland University this year. His presentation will on the past, present and future of our freshwater resources, including the Great Lakes.



Friday, February 14, 2025


The Community House (TCH) has announced that OU President Ora Hirch Pescovitz, M.D., will be recognized as the Grand Honoree at its Grand Gala to be held the evening of Friday, April 11, 2025.


campus photo
Friday, February 14, 2025


Oakland University has announced its partnership in the Detroit Regional Chamber’s Detroit Drives Degrees Data Collaborative, an initiative that will provide comprehensive insight into student progress and achievement in the Detroit Region.



Friday, February 14, 2025


The idea that ‘no one should die alone’ compels Abram Brummett, Ph.D., assistant professor in foundational medical studies at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, past his classroom philosophies.


Dr. Jeremy Bohonos
Friday, February 14, 2025


Oakland University’s 22nd annual Diverse Voices Conference will take place virtually via Zoom at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 8. The goal of the forum is to provide a supportive forum for Oakland University students, faculty, staff, and community members to learn about and speak out in support of valuing all aspects of human diversity, and voice support regarding the need for a socially just society.


Student in Lab
Wednesday, February 12, 2025


A new master's program is set to launch in fall 2025. The Master of Science in Bioengineering (MSBE) program is a forward-thinking initiative designed to meet the growing demands of industry and research in the evolving field of bioengineering. 


A group photo of Interim Provost Dr. Kevin Corcoran and School of Education and Human Services Dean Dr. Jon Margerum-Leys and others at Universal Academy
Tuesday, February 11, 2025


Oakland University Interim Provost Dr. Kevin Corcoran and School of Education and Human Services Dean Dr. Jon Margerum-Leys joined Dr. Latacha King and Sukie Gruesbeck from the OU Public School Academies Office on an insightful visit to Universal Academy on November 19th, 2024.


Red Douglas
Tuesday, February 11, 2025


The American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) has honored Red D. Douglas, a Ph.D. student in Educational Leadership at Oakland University, as one of the recipients of the 2025 K. Patricia Cross Future Leaders Award. This prestigious accolade celebrates graduate students who exhibit outstanding promise as future leaders in higher education while demonstrating a strong commitment to academic innovation, equity, community engagement, and excellence in teaching and learning.


Interprofessional Education Workshop
Monday, February 10, 2025


Oakland University’s ninth annual Interprofessional Education Workshop brought together students and faculty from the professions of nursing, medicine, physical therapy, public health and social work to learn how they can work together to support veterans’ health and well-being. 



Wednesday, February 05, 2025


The OU Pledge is the university's commitment to provide undergraduate students with opportunities for meaningful, hands-on learning.


Young Frankenstein graphic
Tuesday, February 04, 2025


Oakland University’s Department of Theatre in the School of Music, Theatre and Dance will present Young Frankenstein, a musical version of the comic horror masterpiece by Mel Brooks, from Feb. 12-16 and Feb. 18-20 in Varner Studio Theatre on the OU campus in Rochester, Mich.


Media Contacts

Brian Bierley
Director of Media Relations
(248) 370-4346
bierley@oakland.edu

Eric Reikowski
Public Information Specialist
(248) 370-4348
esreikow@oakland.edu

Sean Delaney
Public Information Specialist
(248) 370-3139
sdelaney@oakland.edu


David Groves
Director of Campus Communications
(248) 370-2759
groves@oakland.edu

Sports Information:
Maria Rivera
Assistant AD for Athletic Communications
(248) 370-3201
mariarivera@oakland.edu

Meadow Brook Hall:
Shannon O'Berski
Marketing and Communications Manager
Meadow Brook Hall
(248) 364-6263
stobersk@oakland.edu

Meadow Brook Theatre:
Cheryl Marshall
Acting Managing Director
(248) 370-3316
cmarshall@mbtheatre.com

Music, Theatre and Dance Department:

Dave Pemberton
Director of Communications and Marketing (Media inquiries)
College of Arts and Sciences
248-370-2428
dpemberton@oakland.edu

Caroline Sheridan
Box Office Manager
Assistant Facilities and Production Manager
School of Music, Theater, and Dance
248-370-3013
csheridan@oakland.edu

Oakland University Art Gallery:
Dick Goody
OUAG Director
(248) 370-3008
goody@oakland.edu