Oakland University Libraries adds local news archive to online collections
Oakland University Libraries has digitized a portion of its Pontiac Press newspaper archive, which is now freely available online. Spanning August 17, 1953 to December 31, 1969, the digitized issues capture a transformative period in local history, covering Oakland County's rapid suburban growth and demographic shifts, as well as chronicling important developments in Oakland University’s history. In addition to offering a unique window into the social, economic, and political landscape of Oakland
Meadow Brook Theater Guild - Luncheon on the Aisle!
Please join the Meadowbrook Theater Guild for our 2025 fundraiser Luncheon on the Aisle! Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025 Time: 10:30 a.m. Place: Meadow Brook Theater on the campus of Oakland University Tickets: Meadow Brook Theater Box Office - 248.377.3300. Individual ticket: $50. Groups of 8 or more: $45 per person. This FUNdraiser includes a boxed lunch, raffles, and highlighted performances of The Rat Pack Lounge at Meadowbrook Theater. Sway to the music of Dean Martin, Sammy Davis
Deloitte’s Judy Hegelund to kick off OU SBA Dean’s Executive Speaker series Feb. 12
Oakland University’s School of Business Administration (SBA) will welcome Judy Hegelund, U.S. policy strategy and compliance leader and managing director at Deloitte, for an engaging talk on “Business Chemistry,” spotlighting how individual differences can drive – or derail – team success. The event will take place from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 12, in Elliott Hall’s Janke Auditorium on OU’s campus. It’s the first in the newly launched OU School of Business Administration Dean's
Oakland University Art Gallery to present ‘Nightshade’ exhibition Jan. 16-March 30
Beginning January 16, the Oakland University Art Gallery will present “Nightshade: The World in the Evening,” an exhibition that invites viewers to contemplate the feelings of mystery, awe and fear that emerge when daylight fades. Curated by OU Art Gallery Director Dick Goody, the exhibition features 18 international contemporary artists who encompass a range of philosophical ideologies in their exploration of themes in the transition from day to night. “Many works engage with personal narratives,
Oakland University Athletic Department to Host Annual Hollie L. Lepley Hall of Honor Ceremony
Oakland University will host their annual Hollie L. Lepley Hall of Honor ceremony on Saturday, February 8th, 2025. Beginning at 6:30pm., the event will be held in the second level ballrooms of the Oakland Center and is open to the public. Tickets may be purchased online here. Since 1979, the Hollie L. Lepley Hall of Honor has been a prestigious tradition for recognizing and celebrating former Oakland Athletics individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, achievement, and have made significant
Rochester Area Prayer Breakfast to feature Supersonic Survivor – Captain Brian Udell
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rochester Area Prayer Breakfast to feature Supersonic Survivor – Captain Brian Udell Rochester, MI (12/10/2024) – The Rochester Area Prayer Breakfast Committee announced today that Captain Brian Udell will keynote the 44th annual event on Thursday, April 24, 2025 from 7:00 – 9:00 a.m. at Oakland University Athletics Center O'Rena. Udell is one of the only pilots in history to survive after ejecting from an F-15E fighter aircraft at supersonic speed. He will share his incredible story
