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Thursday, June 06, 2013


Penprase has been lauded for passionate and supportive instruction using innovative teaching strategies, as well as for bringing a wealth of clinical expertise to the classroom setting.


Friday, May 31, 2013


Specializing in the design integration and implementation of vision guided robotic solutions, Advenovation is expanding to a 5,000-square-foot facility located in Rochester Hills.


Thursday, May 30, 2013


Robin Luce Hermann will argue that for all businesses, simply having employees means that social media is something to be aware of and address in company policies.


Thursday, May 23, 2013


Running in two-week sessions from mid-June to early August, the camps will promote a variety of life skills, including practical living, interpersonal and personal management skills.


Wednesday, May 22, 2013


A renowned golf instructor, Smith designed the R&S Sharf Golf Course and is excited to return to the facility with a world-class, signature golf academy offering.


Monday, May 20, 2013


Rachael Williams spearheaded an effort to secure a $65,175 grant to support a program that provides library patrons with access to effective and unbiased financial education resources.


Wednesday, May 15, 2013


Mike Taubitz and Larry Osentosk will focus on critical thinking developed to help engineers and others to identify and reduce or eliminate seven forms of operational waste.


Tuesday, May 14, 2013


Scientel Information Technology, Inc., and cureLaucher, LLC were recognized for enhancing their enterprises through innovation, research, applied science and digital technology.


Tuesday, May 14, 2013


The senior vice president for academic affairs and provost is the university's chief academic officer, with responsibilities for academic programs, personnel and resources.


Friday, May 10, 2013


business leaders are invited to learn leading financial management concepts from an expert who has adopted calculated risk and risk management as a way of life.


Thursday, May 09, 2013


A spider that has become an iconic character of West African folklore is the inspiration for an upcoming children's theatre production at Oakland University.


Tuesday, May 07, 2013


In keeping with growth and enhancement plans outlined in Oakland's strategic vision for 2020, the move will apply to all of the university's athletic teams beginning July 1, 2013.


Tuesday, May 07, 2013


Gustafson has completed an overview of the tasks and responsibilities of managing business incubators, which accelerate the success of start-up and emerging companies.


Thursday, May 02, 2013


As senior director of development, Birmingham resident Richard Kelley will be responsible for planning and overseeing all fundraising activities for the School of Medicine.


Wednesday, May 01, 2013


The Department of Psychology has twice demonstrated how its students – and scholars from across academic disciplines and the globe – are diving into a truly unique experience.


Wednesday, May 01, 2013


This grant will help OmnicO AGV meet investor requirements for continued growth, as well as develop an unique IP and functionality of its four-corner transceiver technology.


Tuesday, April 30, 2013


Three international graduate students in OU's Reading and Language Arts program – all experienced teachers who are fluent in English – will teach this six-week series of lessons.


Tuesday, April 30, 2013


Bill Eshelman, partner with Butzel Long, will discuss commercial and federal acquisitions, federal contracting, common areas of confusion, and a few best practices.


Monday, April 29, 2013


Jim Rosenfeld of Butzel Long, will address misconceptions about the law and compliance, which often result in perennial problems and repetition of legal missteps for employers.


Friday, April 26, 2013


"The Physician's Practice: Emerging Issues for Healthcare Providers" will bring practitioners and researchers together to discuss patient needs, practice management and more.


Thursday, April 25, 2013


Approximately 1,900 students will participate in Oakland University's spring 2013 commencement exercises, scheduled for Friday, April 26, and Saturday, April 27.


Thursday, April 25, 2013


OUCARES will host its 5th Annual Quality of Life Autism Symposium, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., May 20-21, at the Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac at Centerpoint hotel.


Wednesday, April 24, 2013


Middle school students in seventh- through ninth-grade seeking a behind-the-curtain look at the nursing profession will find it at Camp RN@OU, hosted by OU's School of Nursing


Friday, April 19, 2013


Generously donated by university benefactors Hugh and Nancy Elliott, the tower site will be embellished with a water fountain, garden and landscaping.


Thursday, April 18, 2013


A group of remarkable scholars have long represented the strongest impetus for the university's programmatic, student enrollment and reputational growth.


Wednesday, April 17, 2013


The $5,000 grant will support general operations and expansion efforts, including the purchase of a hoop house enabling year-round growing activities.


Tuesday, April 16, 2013


The facility comes in response to enrollment growth over the last 15 years running – growth that has fueled a 37 percent increase in rental agreements over the last four years alone.


Monday, April 15, 2013


Oakland University researchers will host four Avondale High School students chosen to participate in a National Science Foundation funded grant titled Project SMaRT.


Friday, April 12, 2013


Munetrix, LLC recently occupied a vacant 2,400-square-foot facility in Auburn Hills, expanded to three full-time employees and engages several contractors and interns.


Thursday, April 11, 2013


Lear will discuss psychoanalysis and insight it provides into the human condition, arguing that it is not simply a a cure for mental illness, but a manifestation of human flourishing.


Tuesday, April 09, 2013


The Macomb-OU INCubator will host the next event in its Lunch & Launch series on Thursday, April 18.


Wednesday, April 03, 2013


Graduate study and engagement in the program will focus on exemplary instruction, relevant and meaningful research, and community-based, participatory public health service.


Tuesday, April 02, 2013


At 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10, the Oakland Symphony Orchestra (OSO) will join with the Oakland University Symphony Chorus to perform its final concert of the year at Orchestra Hall.


Friday, March 29, 2013


Tamara Jhashi, Ph.D., has been chosen to participate in one of the most prestigious fellowships in American higher education leadership.


Thursday, March 28, 2013


Beginning on Monday, May 27, "A Lifestyle Change to Improve Health: The Vegan Diet" will focus on the health benefits of a vegan diet and provide a variety of tasty vegan recipes.


Thursday, March 28, 2013


The program will help small businesses assess their eligibility for the government's Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs.


Wednesday, March 27, 2013


Members of the Oakland University community, including friends from the broader community, will be offered a free lunch in exchange for their First Amendment rights.


Wednesday, March 27, 2013


On Monday, April 15, OU will celebrate the achievements of students, alumni and community members who support arts programs with an awards ceremony at the Royal Park Hotel.


Tuesday, March 26, 2013


Swimming, arts and crafts, a moonwalk and caricatures are all part of the Oakland University Center for Autism Research, Education and Support annual Family Fun Day.


Tuesday, March 26, 2013


OU will host "Citizenship in the Age of the Internet," a forum on Friday, April 5, designed to offer participants new insight on how the Internet fosters greater global awareness.


Friday, March 22, 2013


Susmit Suvas hopes to eventually change the fact that herpes simplex keratitis is the leading cause of corneal blindness among the world's developed nations.


Thursday, March 21, 2013


On Wednesday, April 10, Ekaterina Mishina of the National Research University Higher School of Economics, Moscow, will share her analysis of why corruption continues to flourish in Russia.


Wednesday, March 20, 2013


In celebration of the new patent office location in Detroit, "Get Out of the Garage: Patent Your Idea!" will be presented on Tuesday, April 2, at the Velocity Center in Sterling Heights.


Monday, March 18, 2013


On Thursday, March 21, a pair of renowned scholars from the China Foreign Affairs University will offer a worldly perspective on change in the United States and East Asia.


Wednesday, March 13, 2013


Maxine and Stuart Frankel have been named to receive the National Art Education Association's (NAEA) 2013 Distinguished Service Outside the Profession Award.


Tuesday, March 12, 2013


The Michigan Economic Development Corporation has awarded a $500,000 grant to the Macomb-Oakland University INCubator for a second year in a row.


Monday, March 11, 2013


The Women and Gender Studies Program will screen the documentary film "Bully" during its 29th Annual Film Festival from noon to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 16.


Friday, March 08, 2013


OUCARES will present "An Evening with David Finch," author of "The Journal of Best Practices: A Memoir of Marriage, Asperger Syndrome, and One Man's Quest to Be a Better Husband."


Thursday, March 07, 2013


Back by popular demand, the Commercialization Breakfast Panel is returning to the Macomb-OU INCubator on Thursday, March 14


Wednesday, March 06, 2013


Karl Siegert of MVP Collaborative will present "Seven Cool Business Meeting Technologies: On the Cheap" to help attendees boost engagement and interaction in meetings.


Wednesday, March 06, 2013


Fresh on the heels of three consecutive, sold-out productions, the theatre program at Oakland University will present the dark-edged comedy "Dead Man's Cell Phone."




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Oakland University’s Political Science faculty provide insight and analysis on all things politics. Contact us directly or reach us through OU Media Relations.  


QUOTABLE QUOTES: 

"Oakland University's political pundits spent countless hours during the campaign season lending their expert analysis to the local and national discourse about the election. And, even though the election is behind us, they are still being called upon by the media for their analysis on emerging political issues. Professors Dulio, Klemanski and Towner are great examples of how Oakland University's world class faculty contribute to the community and help advance public discussion about important issues." — OU President Gary Russi 

MEET OU'S PUNDITS:


Dave Dulio, Professor and Political Science Chair
(248) 370-2523
ddulio@oakland.edu

  • American Politics
  • Strategy, Finance and Technology in Campaigns & Elections
  • Political Parties
  • Congress
Ph.D. and M.A. in Political Science, American University
B.A. in Political Science and Psychology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor



John Klemanski, Professor of Political Science
(248) 370-2355
klemansk@oakland.edu

  • Campaigns and elections
  • Expertise in state politics
  • Involved in a program evaluation business for public school districts, nonprofit organizations, district and circuit courts, and local governments
  • Served as a board member for several nonprofit organizations
Ph.D. in Political Science, Wayne State University
Master's in Public Administration, Wayne State University
Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, University of Michigan




Terri Towner, Assistant Professor of Political Science
248-370-2351
towner@oakland.edu
  • American Politics
  • Public Opinion
  • Political Behavior
  • Use of Technology in Campaigns
Ph.D. in Political Science, Purdue University
M.A. in Political Science, Purdue University
B.A. in Political Science, Purdue University 



IN THE NEWS:


November 14, 2012
(Detroit News)

November 1, 2012
(Detroit News)


October 30, 2012
Storm could affect election
(The Oakland Press)

October 23, 2012

October 16, 2012
(Detroit News) 
October 15, 2012

October 4, 2012
Michigan experts: Romney clear debate winner 
(Detroit News)

October 3, 2012

September 29, 2012
September 16, 2012
Oakland County presidential electors are part of the battle for the White House
(The Oakland Press)

September 10, 2012
"Better off" question carries risk for GOP 
(Detroit News) 
September 8, 2012
Michigan SOS keeping citizen check-off box
(Associated Press)

August 17, 2012
Professor Dulio is quoted in an op-ed
(The Oakland Press)

August 8, 2012
Interview about the 14th congressional district (WXYZ)

July 10, 2012

Feb. 15, 2012 
Michigan key in GOP primary
(Detroit News) 








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General Information:

Ted Montgomery
Director of Media Relations 
(248) 370-4346
tmontgom@oakland.edu 

David Groves
Assistant Director of Media Relations
(248) 370-2759
groves@oakland.edu 


Sports Information:

Scott MacDonald
Director of Athletics Media Relations
(248) 370-4008
macdona2@oakland.edu


Meadow Brook Hall:

Shannon O'Berski
Educational Services Coordinator 
Meadow Brook Hall
(248) 370-3140
stobersk@oakland.edu


Meadow Brook Theatre:

Cheryl Marshall
Acting Managing Director
(248) 370-3316
cmarshall@mbtheatre.com


Music, Theatre and Dance Department:

Carly Uhrig
Publicist
(248) 370-2032
uhrig@oakland.edu 


Oakland University Art Gallery:

Dick Goody
OUAG Director
(248) 370-3008
goody@oakland.edu



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