2012-2013 Major Events Schedule
Oakland University's major events are annual, and get bigger and better every year. Below are the dates for the 2012-2013 academic year and a brief description of what it's all about. Make it a point to attend each and every event!
Welcome Week @ Oakland University - Fall Semester 2012
Tuesday, September 4-Friday, September 14, 2012
Welcome Week is always during the first week of classes of the winter semester and full of annual events like the Sigma Pi Fraternity Pig Roast and SPB Carnival. You can't go far during Welcome Week without stumbling upon a student org event.
New Student Convocation & Involvement Fair
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
For the very first time, all incoming first-year students attended the New Student Convocation, a ceremony marking the beginning of one's college career and an official welcome to OU. Watch the video of spring 2012 graduates giving this year's incoming class some advice on how to reach the finish line. Convocation is always followed by the Involvement Fair, where student org members greet incoming students and introduce them to student involvement.
Week of Champions @ Oakland University - WOCOU 2012
Monday-Friday, October 8-12, 2012
WOCOU is an event-filled countdown to The Madnezz. See full schedule.
The Madnezz
Friday, October 12, 2012
9-10 p.m.
O'rena
The Madnezz is a celebration of the official start of the NCAA basketball season. Grizzlies get to meet the men's and women's basketball players at this late night event.
Make a Difference Day
Saturday, October 27, 2012
8am-3pm
Make a Difference Day is the nation's largest day of service. To register please
click here.
Welcome Week @ Oakland University - Winter Semester 2013Thursday-Saturday, January 3-5, 2013
Welcome Week is always during the first week of classes of the winter semester. Check back for a full schedule of events.
Keeper of the Dream Scholarship Awards Celebration & Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Monday, January 21, 2013
The Keeper of the Dream Award recognizes Oakland University students who have contributed to interracial understanding and good will. Last year's keynote speaker was rapper Common. Learn more at oakland.edu/KOD.
OU Homecoming
Friday-Saturday, January 25-26, 2013
Homecoming is a relatively new tradition at Oakland, but one that is growing every year with a pre-game tailgate (don't miss out on the chili cook off) and receptions for alumni. Check back for a full schedule events on oakland.edu/comehome.
Meadow Brook Ball
Saturday, February 2, 2013
The Meadow Brook Ball is a ticketed, formal event at Meadow Brook Hall. Check back for when tickets will become available and be sure to mark that date on your calendar. This event always sells out fast!
International Night
Friday, March 15, 2013
International Night features food, music, entertainment, fashions, and multicultural displays from around the world. Each year there is a theme, in 2012 it was "Around the World in Three Hours."