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
Tuesday, March 04, 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. 


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.


Maya Kirksey and Logan Pizzurro in WXOU studio
Friday, February 28, 2025


WXOU (88.3 FM), Oakland University’s campus radio station, provides an important voice for students and the surrounding community while offering a unique opportunity to learn about college radio, become involved in the operation of a student station, and make a distinctive contribution to what is done “behind the scenes” and “on-the air.”


A group photo of professionals honored at Universal Academy at Thanksgiving
Tuesday, February 25, 2025


On December 6th, Universal Academy held its annual ‘Thanksgiving Celebration Luncheon’. It was a wonderful celebration by administrators and Principal Uzma Anjum, honoring the impact and importance of staff and members of the community.


Judy Hegelund
Tuesday, February 25, 2025


Oakland University’s School of Business Administration (SBA) will welcome Judy Hegelund, U.S. policy strategy and compliance leader and managing director at Deloitte, for an engaging talk on “Business Chemistry,” spotlighting how individual differences can drive – or derail – team success. 


Colin Wu, Mohamed Al-Shabrawey, and Ngong Kodiah Beyeh
Thursday, February 20, 2025


Mohamed Al-ShabraweyTreatment for eye damage caused by diabetes could improve for millions through a $375,000 National Institutes of Health grant received by researchers at Oakland University and OUWB. 


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.


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Brian Bierley
Director of Media Relations
(248) 370-4346
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Eric Reikowski
Public Information Specialist
(248) 370-4348
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Sean Delaney
Public Information Specialist
(248) 370-3139
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David Groves
Director of Campus Communications
(248) 370-2759
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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