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In The Gold Seat With Brian Peterson-Roest

Local educator and alum shares about his time on campus

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Robert Hall

We sat down with two-time alumnus, Brian Peterson-Roest, to talk about his favorite OU moments.

MAJOR: Master of Arts in Teaching in Elementary Education, 2004; Educational Specialist Degree, 2009

CURRENT OCCUPATION: Elementary School Teacher in Rochester Community Schools; Adjunct Professor at Oakland University; Host of Read, Write, Roar for PBS Detroit; CEO/President of Bees in the D

FAVORITE STUDY SPOT: Usually at home but did utilize the library a few times.

GO-TO PARKING LOT: Pawley Hall

FAVORITE PLACE TO EAT ON CAMPUS: Usually brought my own food but loved snagging a quick snack at the store in Pawley Hall

BEST BUILDING TO HAVE CLASSES IN: Pawley Hall

FAVORITE CAMPUS EVENT: The Brooksie Way Half Marathon

FAVORITE MOMENT ON CAMPUS: Meeting Boy George at Meadowbrook Theatre

FAVORITE PROFESSOR: Dr. Dyanne Tracy

BEST CLASS: Beekeeping Across the Curriculum

SOMETHING UNIQUE ABOUT YOURSELF: Had the honor of meeting President Obama at the White House

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