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South Foundation Hall: From the oldest to the newest building on campus
First built in 1959, South Foundation Hall has been one of Oakland University’s oldest buildings, standing alongside North Foundation Hall and the Oakland Center as the original three buildings Oakland University had to offer when they first opened their doors. Since February 2021, South Foundation Hall has been shut...
Law student aims for career as a prosecuting attorney
A Wayne State University grad, Sukayna Almusawi originally planned to pursue a career in medicine before deciding to enroll in law school. Sukayna Almusawi knew from the age of 14 she wanted to be a lawyer—yet many people insisted she would not succeed, not only because she is a woman, but also because she wears the hijab.
Michels to Lead Competitive Dance
LIVONIA, Mich. -- Madonna University announced that Tessa Michels will become the new Competitive Dance Coach as Lucy Gould has stepped down. "We're very excited to have Coach Michels as our new competitive dance coach," said Madonna Athletic Director, Noel Emenhiser. "She was instrumental in their growth over the 2024 season. Her vision for the program, her technical ability in the sport, and her care for relationships and development of her student athletes is something we are very excited about adding to our dance program". Michels was the former assistant with the Madonna Dance team since August of 2023. As...
Patrick Ignagni Named Assistant Principal of Hillside Middle School
Northville Public Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick Ignagni as the new Assistant Principal of Hillside Middle School. Mr. Ignagni joins the Hillside administrative team with a wealth of experience and a passion for educational excellence. Mr. Ignagni replaces Ms. Melissa Provo who has taken the position...
OU faculty contract negotiations: Workload, salary increase and special lecturer status
Contract negotiations between The Oakland University American Association of University Professors (OU-AAUP) and the OU administration began on June 4 to renew the 2021-2024 agreement for at least three more years. “The temperature is lower than it has been in some previous negotiating years,” Kevin Corcoran, interim provost and executive...
News Spotlight: MDHHS and five Michigan universities launch new initiative to build child welfare workforce, help keep kids safe
LANSING, Mich. – To help increase the number of child welfare workers and keep kids safe, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is partnering with five public universities across the state to provide stipends to social work students who agree to work in under-resourced communities across the state after graduation.
Student involvement and engagement at Rock and Enroll Day
With the steady arrival of the fall semester, July 16 was Rock and Enroll Day at Oakland University. Housing tours, tabling and swag giveaways were among the activities held at the Oakland Center (OC) to inform all returning and new students. Organized by the Office of the Registrar, Rock and...
Division 1 individual state high school champion wins Michigan Publinx State Match Play
Chalk up another major victory for South Lyon’s Julian Menser. After winning the Division 1 individual state golf championship for Detroit Catholic Central last month, Menser captured the Michigan Publinx State Match Play crown this week. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
New Plymouth football QB Pheiffer will 'do whatever I can to help the team have success'
Plymouth football coach Greg Souldourian is easing in his new quarterback by relying on advice he received from a mentor when he first became a head coach. Yep, there's no doubt about it: The Wildcats have lost some dudes. Among the several starters they lost to graduation are three-star Northwestern...
Detroit PSL’s McEvans, Comstock’s Ansel, and KLAA’s Masi named MHSAA’s 2024 Bush Award recipients
EAST LANSING, Mich. – July 23 – Detroit Public School League assistant director Anika McEvans, Comstock Public Schools athletic director Justin Ansel and Kensington Lakes Activities Association commissioner Bryan Masi all have served educational athletics for multiple decades in high-profile positions – but as is common in those roles, with much of their difference-making work taking place behind the scenes.
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