05/17/13 - Math professor to present work at conference in China Dr. Libin Rong will share his research at a conference focusing on computational and mathematical population dynamics in Taiyuan, China. Read More  |
05/16/13 - OU, partners to host Summit on Accelerating Innovation OU will unite automakers, suppliers, academics and investment leaders to explore new methods to boost advanced manufacturing processes. Read More  |
05/15/13 - Cinema Studies professor to attend Cannes Film Festival As a faculty volunteer, Dr. Courtney Brannon Donoghue will enjoy a behind the scenes experience at the legendary Cannes International Film Festival. Read More  |
05/15/13 - Upcoming reception to honor Peggy Cooke, AP of the Year The OU community will celebrate Outstanding AP of the Year Peggy Cooke with a reception from 3-5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 22. Read More  |
05/14/13 - OU to co-host STEM camp for area high school students OU's SECS and OU INC Clean Energy Research Center will co-host a STEM career summer camp program for area high school students. Read More  |
05/14/13 - James Lentini named OU senior vice president and provost James P. Lentini has been named OU's new senior vice president for academic affairs and provost. His tenure will begin on Monday, July 8. Read More  |
05/13/13 - West African folklore inspires OU children's theatre show Anansi, an iconic character of West African folklore is the inspiration for an upcoming children's theatre production at Oakland University. Read More  |
05/10/13 - SBA helps alumna launch investment analyst career SBA alumna and presidential scholar Elena Popova used her OU experiences to find success as an investment analyst for the Kresge Foundation. Read More  |
05/09/13 - OU to host prestigious political science journal This fall, OU's political science honor society students will write, edit, and produce the Pi Sigma Alpha Undergraduate Journal of Politics. Read More  |
05/08/13 - Retired alumna takes on new adventure with Peace Corps Bonnie Lawrence, 1979 OU alumna, taught for 35 years, raised two children, and recently took flight to Lesotho, Africa with the Peace Corps.
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05/07/13 - Oakland University to join the Horizon League in July Oakland University will join the Horizon League beginning with the 2013-2014 season, President Gary D. Russi announced Tuesday. Read More  |
05/07/13 - MPA student earns grant to benefit Troy Public Library The competitive grant will bring practical, innovative financial education to high school students, parents and community members in the city of Troy. Read More  |
05/06/13 - New global health course takes students across Europe This summer, students will leave the classroom behind to explore global health systems and issues in Paris, Geneva, and Amsterdam. Read More  |
05/06/13 - Political science students wow at numerous conferences Over the past few months, a number of Oakland's political science students have been busy presenting their work at state and national conferences. Read More  |
05/03/13 - Workshop instills Chinese culture in students, travelers Three international graduate students who are native Chinese speakers will teach a six-week series of lessons about Chinese language and culture. Read More  |
05/02/13 - Poker Walk encourages OU employees to get and stay fit Participants can win prizes by collecting poker chips along a mile route and exchanging chips for playing cards. The Poker Walk is free and set for May 15. Read More  |
05/01/13 - Two artists from OUAG exhibit up for prestigious Turner Prize Renowned artists David Shrigley and Lynette Yiadom-Boakye both showed work at a recent OUAG exhibition and are now up for the Turner Prize. Read More  |
04/30/13 - Professor dishes dirt on celebrity blogs in new book Dr. Erin Meyers' new book “Dishing Dirt in the Digital Age: Celebrity Gossip Blogs and Participatory Media Culture,” hit bookshelves nationwide today. Read More  |
04/30/13 - OUCARES symposium to explore medical issues in autism OUCARES will host its 5th Annual Quality of Life Autism Symposium May 20-21, at the Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac at Centerpoint hotel. Read More  |
04/29/13 - Dr. Mary Beth Snyder announces retirement After nearly 20 years of dedication and service, Dr. Snyder, vice president for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, will retire. Read More  |
04/29/13 - Two OU staffers recognized with Wilhelm Excellence Award For their dedication and service, Kimberly McWain and David Ollie Ray have been named recipients of the 2013 Sharon L. Wilhelm Excellence Award. Read More  |
04/26/13 - OU conference to examine health care industry "The Physician's Practice: Emerging Issues for Healthcare Providers" will discuss the future of patient needs, practice management and more. Read More  |
04/25/13 - OU student Alexandra Zetye juggles four majors Alexandra Zetye thrives in the major academic programs of piano performance, engineering biology, math and French language. Read More  |
04/25/13 - Camp RN@OU gives students a look at the nursing field Middle school students can get a behind-the-scenes look at the nursing profession at Camp RN@OU, hosted by OU's School of Nursing. Read More  |
04/24/13 - Students sail the Atlantic world with pirate course HST 390: Piracy in the Atlantic World examines popular images of pirates while exploring historic, social, political, religious and economic motivations. Read More  |
04/23/13 - Register for OU's emergency text message system OU community members should register for emergency text messages to stay informed about safety during a crisis situation. Read More  |
04/19/13 - PHOTOS: OU breaks ground on Elliott Carillon Tower Located north of Kresge Library, the construction of the 151-foot tower was made possible by a generous gift from Oakland supporters, Hugh and Nancy Elliott. Read More  |
04/18/13 - Alumnus brings passion for cinema and art to the web Tobi Ogunyemi's website unites his passion for cinema, art, video and writing. It also spotlights work by OU’s Cinema Studies students and alumni. Read More  |
04/15/13 - OU explores past, celebrates future with Founder's Day OU will celebrate Founder's Day with several events this week, including the groundbreaking for the student housing complex and Elliott Carillon Tower. Read More  |