Study abroad gives Oakland University students global perspective on public health issues
Students observed medical services at Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Hospital in Sunyani, Ghana during a three-week study abroad this summer. A group of Oakland University students studied abroad in West Africa this summer, exploring how cultural values, economic systems and personal fears shape health care outcomes of vulnerable populations in the developing world. Led by associate professor Kwame Sakyi and lecturer Heather Davies, from OU’s School of Health Sciences, the Public Health in Ghana
OU to welcome bestselling author, National Book Award finalist Jess Walter Sept. 29
New York Times bestselling author and National Book Award finalist Jess Walter will visit Oakland University to share his work at 5 p.m. on Monday, September 29, in the Oakland Center Founders Ballroom A. Renowned for his narrative versatility, seamlessly transitioning between genres and tones, Walter will read from his work, discuss the art of storytelling and answer audience questions. “We’re genuinely thrilled to have Jess Walter coming to Oakland this fall,” said Jeff Chapman, associate professor
OU’s History Comes Alive lecture series kicks off Sept. 16
Now in its 22nd year, History Comes Alive welcomes students, faculty, staff and the surrounding community to take part in any of this year’s free lectures, which take place from September 16, 2025 - March 11, 2026 at Oakland University. Spanning a range of topics, talks will be given by OU history professors Todd Estes, George Milne and James Naus, along with scholars Erin Brightwell (University of Michigan), Thomas Madden (St. Louis University) and Alex Noonan (SNA International). "I am very excited
OU faculty member, alumna named ‘Health Care Hero’ by Crain’s Detroit Business
Christina Boyland, MSN, RN, SANE-A, SANE-P, an alumna and lecturer in Oakland University’s School of Nursing, has been named a 2025 Health Care Hero by Crain’s Detroit Business. Crain’s Health Care Heroes recognizes “leaders who exemplify innovation, exceptional leadership, compassion and dedication” in five Hero categories: Corporate Achievement, Administrator, Physician, Allied Health and Advancements in Care. Boyland is being recognized in the category of Allied Health Hero. Boyland is a faculty
