Scott Cieslak
Thursday, March 20, 2025


Scott CieslakOakland University’s next installment of the School of Business Administration Dean’s Executive Speaker Series features a seasoned business leader who will discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) drives growth in the manufacturing industry. 


National Association of Teachers of Singing Michigan Chapter Student Auditions
Thursday, March 20, 2025


Fifteen Oakland University vocalists were recognized on Nov. 2, 2024 at the National Associationof Teachers of Singing Michigan Chapter Student Auditions. The students, who excelled in the Classical Voice, Musical Theatre, and Contemporary Music categories, included: Aidan Laidlaw, Sarah Lawlis, Carys Rees-Baker, David Glazkov, Philip Lupas, Maximillian Ulrich, Mila Pitman, Andrea Valenzuela-Lazcano, Kaelyn Parker, Cayla Stus, Yeshua Hardy, Trinity Green-Conner, Ava Ward, Austin Klotz, and Markwon Blocker.


Family Fun Day
Wednesday, March 19, 2025


To offer an inclusive day of fun for families impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorder and related challenges, the Joanne and Ted Lindsay Foundation Autism Outreach Services (OUCARES) is hosting its annual Family Fun Day from noon-3 p.m. on Saturday, April 5, at the Oakland University Recreation Center. 


David Stone
Tuesday, March 18, 2025


Oakland University, one of over 160 members of the Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) consortium, was recently honored by ORAU’s Research and University Partnerships Office with three awards at the 2025 Annual Council Meeting of ORAU member universities. 



Monday, March 17, 2025


SBA Associate Professor Seong Yeon Cho, Ph.D., is also sharing his accounting and technology experience and expertise with his community church.


Student at laptop
Friday, March 14, 2025


Registration by class standing for the Summer 2025, Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 semesters will open on Monday, March 17. Full-year registration allows students to register for an entire year’s worth of classes. 


Beta Gamma Sigma Inductees
Wednesday, March 12, 2025


The Oakland University School of Business Administration inducted 24 undergraduate business students into Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) on March 4. Students are invited to join the honor society by majoring in a business field, holding a GPA of 3.5+, and being within the top 10% of undergrads and top 20% of graduate students. 


Dr. Jennifer Wenson with Wesley King and Anthony Celini
Tuesday, March 11, 2025


What began as simple inquiry in 2019, has developed into a full-blown partnership between Oakland University’s Pawley Lean Institute and the Jabil Corporation.


Student Panel
Monday, March 10, 2025


The Oakland University Student Congress (OUSC) and Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) will co-host a student panel event on facilitating challenging, yet essential classroom conversations between students and faculty. 


Marion Hayden
Monday, March 10, 2025


Award-winning jazz bassist and Oakland University faculty member Marion Hayden has been named as the 2025 Kresge Eminent Artist. This prestigious honor includes a $100,000 prize and is presented annually to artists in recognition of a lifetime of dedication to their field and the community.


Five female dancers
Friday, March 07, 2025


The Oakland University Repertory Dance Company will present Bailamos on Friday, March 21 in the atrium of the Engineering Center on the campus of Oakland University.


Pride Flag
Friday, March 07, 2025


Oakland University celebrates annual Pride Month, March 10 - April 10. Educational events and informational meetings are open to all students, and support students in OU’s campus community. 



Thursday, March 06, 2025


In 2024, a shared vision between Oakland University’s Professional and Continuing Education (OU PACE) division and Jewish Senior Life of Metropolitan Detroit (JSL) was realized.


Professor Aldona Pobutsky
Wednesday, March 05, 2025


Oakland University Professor Aldona Pobutsky will be appearing on the March 10 and May 5 episodes of History’s Greatest Mysteries, a popular documentary series hosted by Laurence Fishburne that airs on The History Channel and examines the top theories surrounding the world’s most enigmatic unsolved mysteries.


Oakland campus
Monday, March 03, 2025


As the political and social climate continues to shift, the needs of trans and gender expansive individuals are evolving, requiring more thoughtful and informed support from counselors and mental health professionals.


Oakland campus
Monday, March 03, 2025


During times of political turmoil, many individuals experience heightened feelings of insecurity and a weakened sense of personal identity. This emotional distress can be particularly pronounced during the holiday season when family gatherings, often intended as joyful reunions, can quickly escalate into tense discussions. Political differences have long been a source of friction, but in today’s climate, debates can become especially heated, leaving some individuals feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or even alienated.


White Rabbit, Red Rabbit promotional poster
Monday, March 03, 2025


The Renaissance City Repertory Theatre, founded by Oakland University Associate Professor of Theatre David Gram and his wife Kristina in 2020, will present the Southeast Michigan premiere of White Rabbit, Red Rabbit – a play by Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour – at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 8 in the Varner Lab Theatre on the campus of Oakland University.


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