(Oakland University, 2002-05-10) Oakland University
"OU student-athletes aren't just known for their excellence at sports, but also their excellence in the classroom, with OU having one of the best student-athlete graduation rates in the state. 'If you use the entire student-athlete population, then OU is well above the institutional average," said OU Associate Athletic Director Tracy Huth. To recognize their academic achievements, OU's Athletics Department created the Golden Grizzlies Excellence in Academics honor. A total of 152 student-athletes representing all 14 varsity teams and classes earned this honor for the fall 2001 term."