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2012 Development, Alumni and Community Engagement Archived News

  08/15/2012 -OU alumnus works to enact social change, empower students
OU alumnus Relando Thompkins is a self-described servant leader, teacher, learner, social change agent, writer and aspiring humanitarian.
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08/08/2012 -
SON and SHS plan for move to new Human Health Building
OU’s SON and SHS will be relocated to the new Human Health Building on Aug. 10, which will result in a temporary reduction of services.
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08/02/2012 -
OU named finalist in 2012 Governor's Service Awards
Oakland University was recently selected as a finalist for the 2012 Governor’s Service Awards by the Michigan Community Service Commission.
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08/01/2012 -
Corporate and Foundation Relations launches new website
OU’s Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) department launched a new website this July, allowing the department to connect potential partners with deans, faculty and staff.
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07/26/2012 -
Free training program to prepare runners for Brooksie Way
OU employees interested in participating in the popular Brooksie Way Half Marathon and 5K are eligible for a free training program to help get in shape.
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07/24/2012 -
Golf outing to support research, service to individuals with autism
The Rochester Rotary Charity Golf Outing to support OUCARES is set for Monday, Aug. 13, at the R & S Sharf Golf Course on the campus of Oakland University.
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07/16/2012 -
New Huntington Ford scholarship targets Rochester area students
Huntington Ford of Rochester Hills has partnered with OU to establish a scholarship for an incoming freshman from one of four Rochester area high schools.
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07/13/2012 - Brunch and Learn seminar focuses on how to settle an estate

The Office of Planned Giving is set to host an informational morning seminar for faculty, staff, alumni and friends of the university, focusing on achieving peace and harmony when settling an estate.
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07/13/2012 - Significant Brooksie Way discounts available for OU community

There is still plenty of time for OU employees, students and alumni to sign up for the Brooksie Way Half Marathon and 5K, set for Sunday, Sept. 30.
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07/11/2012 - OU alumna Angela Venditti to reign as Miss Michigan 2012

Since being crowned Miss Michigan this summer, OU alumna Angela Venditti’s life has been a whirlwind of smiles, promotional engagements and profound change.
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07/09/2012 - "Hug the Hall" event to celebrate MBH's national landmark designation

This summer, Meadow Brook Hall will open its grounds to celebrate its recent National Historic Landmark designation with a festive event, “Hug the Hall.”
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06/12/2012 - Two SON alumni achieve success at Beaumont Hospital in Troy

Two distinguished alumni from OU’s School of Nursing are enjoying great success in new positions at Beaumont Hospital in Troy.
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06/11/2012 - Scholarships help OU students make big impact abroad

A number of Oakland University students are poised to make a big impact abroad, thanks to the support of generous scholarships from across the university and nation.
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06/08/2012 - Steadfast donors receive membership in Black and Gold Loyalty Society

A number of Oakland University students are poised to make a big impact abroad, thanks to the support of generous scholarships from across the university and nation.
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06/08/2012 - New OUAA campaign asks to pledge a penny, support a scholarship

The innovative OU Alumni Scholarship Penny Pledge campaign seeks to enlist the aid of a wide base of alumni and friends. Make a pledge by June 29.
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06/07/2012 - Alumni to return for golf challenge and OU Night at Comerica Park

The Oakland University Alumni Association (OUAA) plans to gather its alumni for two events this summer: the OUAA Golf Challenge and OU Night at Comerica Park.
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05/30/2012 - OU community offered incentives to participate in Brooksie Way

OU employees, students and alumni interested in the Brooksie Way Half Marathon and 5K this September are eligible for a number of incentives to get involved.
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05/17/2012 - Communication scholarships honor student achievement

The OU Communication and Journalism Department is proud to present department scholarships to nine outstanding Oakland communications majors.
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05/04/2012 - Interim senior vice president and provost named

Senior Associate Provost Dr. Susan Awbrey has been named to the position and her tenure is effective immediately.
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04/30/2012 - OU's provost named president of Lawrence Technological University

Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost Virinder K. Moudgil will be leaving OU to serve as president of Lawrence Technological University.
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02/29/2012 - Local attorney and OU alumnus to receive social justice award

Birmingham attorney and OU alumnus Martin Reisig will receive this year’s Wade H. McCree Jr. Award for the Advancement of Social Justice, a recognition of his work.
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02/24/2012 - Golden Grizzlies connect, learn at OU Winter College in Florida

Several Golden Grizzlies spent a warm, fun-filled weekend at the OU Winter College in Florida to learn and connect with their alma mater.
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01/31/2012 - President's update on recent OU gift

Long-time benefactor and friend of OU, Stephan Sharf, has given the largest combination cash and planned gift from an individual in the university’s history.
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01/31/2012 - OU community raises largest AUFD gift total in university history

The OU community contributed $654,420 this holiday season, representing the largest AUFD gift total in university history and is more than double the previous year’s mark.
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01/16/2012 - Annual Keeper of the Dream event celebrates leadership, diversity

Oakland’s KOD Awards celebration honors the legacy of the late civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The celebration honors students who exemplify Dr. King’s vision, and rewards their efforts on campus and in the community.
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01/11/2011 - For alumnus, medical school at OU is the next big challenge

OU alumnus David McNaughton is working through his first year as a member of the Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine’s charter class.
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01/06/2012 - Year in Review showcases Oakland's many achievements in 2011

2011 was a significant year for Oakland University. It oversaw a great deal of change, growth and recognition for the campus community in a variety of areas.
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