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Veteran Support Veteran Support – Oakland University

Navy Veteran and OU Student, Andrew Sadan, found community and support at Oakland University’s Veterans Support Services (VSS) while transitioning to civilian life and starting his college degree.

Transcript

Before I joined the military, I was just this young kid who was trying to go through life. I graduated high school. I went to college. I did all the normal stuff, but there was always something missing. I grew up in Southern California, in San Diego, and I joined the Navy to see the world and to give back to a country that's been so good to me. I served in the Navy for eight years, and the most amazing thing that happened to me was just getting to see so many countries that people don't normally talk about, normally travel to. I made lifelong friends that were in my wedding. It taught me determination. Everything that somebody who is 18- years-old, getting out of high school needs in order to be the best that they can be. When I first got out of the Navy, it was a very scary and a very challenging thing for me. After you sign the paperwork, after everything's done, it can really feel like you're going to lose touch with everybody, and you're going to be alone but that's not true. Before I even came to Oakland University, VSS reached out to me and gave me all the knowledge that I needed to come into Oakland University feeling confident and comfortable as a student. The veterans office here was amazing. Gave me every opportunity that I needed to fill out the paperwork, to get the veterans funding, to pay for my school, to make my student experience and my transition just so seamless. One of the things I appreciate most about the VSS office is the community that I've been able to gather since leaving the military. It feels like I'm getting to meet people, and it really brings that community feeling back to me. They also offer career building and resume help, and they helped me land my internship at Forvia. My message to veterans that are getting out would be that no matter what is going on in your life, no matter what place you’re at in your life, you can always make the decision to change it. It might be scary, it might be hard, but once you get into it, once you meet all these amazing people that are here to support you, it’s going to be a lot easier over time and you're going to get through it.

Be Golden Be Golden – Oakland University

Being golden is about putting in the hard work. It’s a rallying cry to believe in yourself.

Transcript

0:11 Gold.

0:15 It’s first place.

0:19 A beautiful sunrise.

0:26 Prestige and admiration.

0:30 A standing ovation.

0:34 You think that’s all being golden is about?

0:38 Take what you know, flip it. Think again.

0:44 Being golden is about putting in the hard work.

0:50 It’s a rallying cry to believe in yourself.

0:58 It’s searching for answers where others aren't looking.

1:02 Rising before the sun, and staying up long after it sets.

1:09 Launching technology and stepping into a new world.

1:17 It's about balance, and making time to experience life.

1:25 It’s defying expectations

1:27 and making people look twice.

1:33 At Oakland University, our students power Michigan.

1:39 They get internships and jobs locally

1:42 and give back to their community.

1:50 Our nurses care for you when you’re sick.

1:55 Our engineers drive the motor city into the future.

1:58 Our business leaders propel the economy.

2:03 Our educators teach your children,

2:06 and inspire the next generation.

2:11 We’re moving forward, but remembering where we came from.

2:15 We’re proud to be Golden Grizzlies.

2:21 So never settle for less.

2:23 Be the spark that ignites change.

2:27 Be golden.

President's Perspective

Oakland University is a place where inspiration thrives, where groundbreaking research is nurtured, and where a diverse community of thinkers, dreamers, and doers come together to shape a brighter future. Here, we share a commitment to fostering an environment of intellectual curiosity and societal impact. Thank you for joining us on this journey of education, discovery, and transformation.

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Vision Statement

Oakland University will unlock the potential of individuals and leave a lasting impact on the world through the transformative power of education and research.

Mission Statement

Oakland University cultivates the full potential of a diverse and inclusive community. As a public doctoral institution, we impact Michigan and the world through education, research, scholarship and creative activity.

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