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Feeling successful on paper but unfulfilled in your career? Join us on Tuesday, June 9 at 12 p.m. for an insightful (fre...
06/08/2026

Feeling successful on paper but unfulfilled in your career? Join us on Tuesday, June 9 at 12 p.m. for an insightful (free!) webinar with Renessa Boley Layne, founder of Creating Your Perfect Work and author of Fast Lane, Wrong Direction.

A Stanford University graduate whose work has been featured in Forbes, The Washington Post, and CNN, Renessa will share practical strategies to help you gain clarity on your ideal career path, make a seamless transition without sacrificing financial stability, overcome the "success trap," and align your work with greater purpose and opportunity.

⭐Register for free today and take the next step toward creating your perfect work
🔗https://bit.ly/4ouclMZ

✨ Feature Friday ✨Join us in congratulating Dr. Michael Jacobs, SBA ’24, recipient of the 2026 Odyssey Award!A distingui...
06/05/2026

✨ Feature Friday ✨

Join us in congratulating Dr. Michael Jacobs, SBA ’24, recipient of the 2026 Odyssey Award!

A distinguished surgeon, innovator and Oakland University alumnus, Dr. Jacobs has spent more than 30 years advancing patient care, surgical research and medical innovation. A board-certified general surgeon and surgical oncologist, he has performed more than 25,000 operations and is recognized as a pioneer in laparoscopic liver and pancreatic surgery.

As chair of surgery and director of the hepatopancreatobiliary surgery fellowship at Henry Ford Providence Southfield and Novi, Dr. Jacobs continues to shape the future of health care. He is also director of product development at JET Surgical, where he developed the JET Safety Holster, a device designed to improve operating room safety and reduce injuries associated with electrosurgical tools.

In addition to his clinical accomplishments, Dr. Jacobs has authored more than 50 scientific publications, lectured around the world on advanced surgical techniques, and recently earned his MBA from Oakland University.

His remarkable career exemplifies innovation, leadership and a commitment to improving outcomes for both patients and medical professionals.

Learn more about Dr. Jacobs and this year’s outstanding honorees at the 2026 Alumni Night of Excellence on June 6. Visit the event website to meet all of this year’s awardees and discover their inspiring stories. 💛🖤

🔗https://www.oakland.edu/alumni/awards/alumni-night-of-excellence/

Oakland University School of Business
Oakland University Graduate School

06/04/2026

This Pride Month, we proudly celebrate our LGBTQ+ students and community! Since 2005, the OU Gender and Sexuality Center has provided resources, support, and opportunities for connection through educational programs, advocacy initiatives, support groups, and campus events.

Interested in experiencing the OU community for yourself? Schedule a campus visit today at oakland.edu/visit.

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Discover breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and unforgettable adventures on the Scottish Isles & Norwegian Fjords jo...
06/04/2026

Discover breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and unforgettable adventures on the Scottish Isles & Norwegian Fjords journey in 2027!

Travel alongside fellow OU community members as you explore Scotland’s legendary isles, Viking heritage sites, ancient abbeys, and Norway’s spectacular fjords aboard an intimate small ship. Highlights include the Isle of Iona, the Orkney and Shetland Islands, Bergen, and a scenic journey through Norway’s longest and deepest fjord, Sognefjord — often called "King of the Fjords."

Learn more and start planning your 2027 adventure: 🔗https://oakland.gohagantravel.com/

🎶 We have another CONTEST ALERT! 🎶We're excited to help spread the word about An Evening with Wilco at Meadow Brook Amph...
06/03/2026

🎶 We have another CONTEST ALERT! 🎶

We're excited to help spread the word about An Evening with Wilco at Meadow Brook Amphitheatre on Saturday, June 13 at 8 p.m.! The acclaimed alternative rock and Americana band will bring songs from across their extensive catalog to Rochester Hills for a special evening of live music.

🎟️ Want to win TWO tickets?

To enter:
✅ Comment below and tell us: What song instantly takes you back to your college days and why?

We'll randomly select one winner to receive two tickets to the show! The winner will be contacted via direct message on or before Monday, June 8.

Good luck, Golden Grizzlies! 🐻💛

⚾ Last chance to register!Don’t miss OU Night at United Wholesale Mortgage Field on June 19 featuring baseball, an all-A...
06/02/2026

⚾ Last chance to register!

Don’t miss OU Night at United Wholesale Mortgage Field on June 19 featuring baseball, an all-American BBQ buffet, fireworks, reserved seating, kids running the bases and more! 🎆🌭

⏰ Registration closes TOMORROW, June 3 - grab your tickets before it’s too late!

🌟 Tribute Tuesday 🙌After more than a decade of dedicated service to Oakland University, Rick Rachner, associate vice pre...
06/02/2026

🌟 Tribute Tuesday 🙌

After more than a decade of dedicated service to Oakland University, Rick Rachner, associate vice president of University Advancement, has helped shape the place our alumni call home in more ways than one.

Since joining OU in 2013, Rick’s thoughtful leadership, strong partnerships and unwavering commitment to Oakland University have helped guide alumni engagement and advancement efforts through moments of growth, periods of transition and unprecedented challenges. Most notably, Rick played a pivotal role in the unparalleled success of the university's Aspire. Advance. Achieve. fundraising campaign.

There are few areas across campus Rick hasn’t touched. Known for his collaborative spirit and ability to bring both purpose and humor to the work, Rick leaves a lasting impact on the many colleagues, donors and campus partners he has worked with throughout the years.

As Rick prepares to begin a new leadership role at Michigan State University, we thank him for his many contributions to OU and wish him continued success in this exciting next chapter.

Once a Golden Grizzly, always a Golden Grizzly. 💛🖤




Calling all Golden Grizzly entrepreneurs, creators and business owners! 🐻💛Join The Gold Pages - Oakland University’s alu...
06/01/2026

Calling all Golden Grizzly entrepreneurs, creators and business owners! 🐻💛

Join The Gold Pages - Oakland University’s alumni business directory - and put your business in front of fellow alumni, students, faculty and friends of OU. Participating businesses receive increased visibility, opportunities for social media spotlights, newsletter features and more!

Whether you own a storefront, run an online business, freelance or offer professional services, we want to celebrate your success and help connect the OU community with alumni-owned businesses. Plus, your business could be featured on our alumni social media channels for even more exposure!

🔗Learn more: https://www.oakland.edu/alumni/programs/gold-pages/

May is Mentorship and Teaching Excellence Month 🎓💛 As a first-generation student, Charon Morgan, SECS ’96, didn’t just l...
05/29/2026

May is Mentorship and Teaching Excellence Month 🎓💛

As a first-generation student, Charon Morgan, SECS ’96, didn’t just learn engineering, she learned how to navigate an entire industry. From Oakland University to a global career in vehicle dynamics and safety critical systems, her journey has been shaped by curiosity, resilience and a commitment to growth.

🛩Her work has taken her across the U.S. and abroad, including five years in China, while staying closely connected to OU through mentoring, advising and industry partnerships. Through organizations like Automotive Women's Alliance Foundation and Society of Women Engineers, she helps bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world experience, creating pathways for the next generation of engineers.

Today, she continues to give back as a mentor and educator, serving on the ME Advisory Board , SECS Advisory Board and Industry Mentor to the OU SWE Chapter where she supports students, especially women in engineering, with the guidance, networks and opportunities they need to succeed.

Oakland University School of Engineering and Computer Science

Set sail on the journey of a lifetime in 2027! 🌍🚢Join fellow alumni on the European Coastal Cruise from Lisbon to London...
05/28/2026

Set sail on the journey of a lifetime in 2027! 🌍🚢

Join fellow alumni on the European Coastal Cruise from Lisbon to London and experience the rich history, culture, and cuisine of Portugal, Spain, and France aboard a deluxe small ship. Highlights include UNESCO World Heritage sites, Mont-Saint-Michel, Santiago de Compostela, Bilbao, and Normandy’s historic D-Day beaches.

From unforgettable coastal scenery to meaningful connections with fellow travelers, this is more than a trip — it’s an experience you’ll never forget.

Learn more and start planning your 2027 adventure today: 🔗https://www.oakland.edu/alumni/programs/golden-grizzlies-getaways/

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