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Item type: Item , Oakland University Alumni Magazine, Fall 2025(2025-10-01) Oakland UniversityTaking Flight: From coursework to copters, Carolyn Jordan elevates her mechanical engineering skills with the National Guard and beyond; In the Gold Seat: Meet Mackenzie Reese Nichols, biology graduate and Leader Dogs for the Blind volunteer, in this recurring Q&A that reveals an alum’s favorite campus memories; Class Notes; Dancing Into the Lions Den: Ernesto Duran-Gutierrez finds success through his childhood passions; News: Find out what’s new around Oakland University’s campus; Art Through Anatomy: Looking at the world through two lenses, Thy Hoang simultaneously pioneers art through science; OU Moment: Opened in 1964, the Meadow Brook Amphitheatre solidified OU as a cultural hub; Spring '25 Recap; Alumni Voices; Taking Flight: From coursework to copters, Carolyn Jordan elevates her mechanical engineering skills with the National Guard and beyond; Bring a Love of Language to Life: Little did Kevin Edgell, CAS ’20, know that a high school course would ignite a love of language that would shape his career path; Launching to Success: Metro Detroit native Noah Edwards, SBA ’06, learned discipline and dedication growing up in a military family; Everlasting Impact: IMPACT Through his giving spirit and grit, Mitch Shaver leaves a legacy that lifts others; To Connect and To Serve: Determined to pursue law enforcement since middle school, Kendell Jefferson, CAS ’18, never looked back; More Than Skin Deep: OUWB medical graduates create a community ripple effect as they provide skincare for underserved populations; Residing Resilience: An unwavering whisper to return to her studies echoed every day for Amiesha Williams, CAS ’23; Centered in Community: Filmmaking Workshop: Each summer, Meadow Brook Elementary students make their film debut with a glance into professional production from Oakland University; Advocates For the Unheard: Forensic Nursing; Academic Spotlight.Item type: Item , Oakland University Alumni Magazine, Fall 2024(Oakland University, 2024-10) Oakland UniversityThe human spirit: Shining a light on the exceptional qualities of OU alumni ; South Foundation Hall, 2024 ; Spring 2024 Recap ; A tenacious spirit ; Fanfare of faith: Surrounded with support, music major Alexis Dill shares her skills ; In the Gold Seat: Meet Zuhair Issa, OU academic adviser, in this recurring Q&A that reveals an alum’s favorite campus memories ; Lifegiving friendship: More than 50 years after meeting at OU, Nick Vitale donates his kidney to friend and fellow alum Rose Hirsch ; Wrapped up in gratitude: Nonprofit founder Nicholas Kristock provides comfort, color and connection to others ; Persevering for a Career in Care: Nedi Affas perseveres through incredible challenges to pursue her childhood dream ; Dialogue throughout the decades: Historical pillars of the Black Alumni Chapter discuss the group’s heritage to celebrate 50 years ; Championing inclusivity ; Golden moment ; A celebration of legacy ; Making a difference ; Crafting Communication Skills: Special Instructor Beth Talbert devotes more than three decades of service at OU ; Research ; Academic spotlight ; OU Moment: South Foundation Hall, 1959Item type: Item , Oakland University Alumni Magazine, Fall 2023(Oakland University, 2023-10) Oakland UniversityValue of a degree: Fueling Michigan business through higher education ; 2023 recap ; The ‘It’ Couple: Power couple create community influence and culture-shifting brand concepts ; In the Gold Seat: Meet Mackenna Greene, music educator and piano shop owner, in this recurring Q&A that reveals an alum’s favorite campus memories ; Writing outside the lines ; The curious collector: Textiles, stones and relics: a local jeweler’s journey to becoming a curation specialist ; Class notes ; Rooted: Vineyard owner combines family heritage and tradition with entrepreneurial dreams ; Valuing health: Alumni who dedicate their careers toward health and wellness ; Alumni voices ; Moving forward ; Campus highlights ; A passion for solutions ; Time well spent ; Academic spotlight; OU MomentItem type: Item , Oakland University Alumni Magazine, Fall 2022(Oakland University, 2022-10) Oakland UniversityA Lasting Impact: Contributions of selflessness and compassion for the betterment of society ; Alumni voices ; Voice for the voiceless: OU alum teaches how to express yourself through written word ; In the gold seat with Rosaline Boone ; King of the court ; Defining moments: Rhythms discovered in college set the tone of alum's life ; Difference maker ; A meaningful partnership ; Official land acknowledgement statement ; A life worth living: The legacy of a wildlife ecologist ; Overcoming crossroads ; Campus highlights ; Stay golden ; Dedicated to better discourse ; Supporting society ; Research ; Academic spotlight ; OU MomentItem type: Item , Oakland University Alumni Magazine, Spring 2022(Oakland University, 2022-04) Oakland UniversityNostalgia: Look inside to explore the historic Gate Lodge, OU's 25th anniversary, the evolution of student attire and more ; Celebrating 40 years of the OU Magazine ; Alumni voices ; A look back: OU's 25th anniversary; the struggles and triumphs of the early 80s ; In the gold seat with Robert Gaylor ; The gatekeepers: Alumni and philanthropists spearhead project to restore the history of the Gate Lodge ; All rise: A conversation with the Honorable Judge Rena Marie Van Tine ; The evolution of attire: Student dress through the decades brings history to life ; Hall of memories ; Picture of empowerment: Glamming with four alumni who are doing it all ; Campus highlights ; Legends of OU ; An easy decision ; Three-peat ; Research ; Academic spotlight ; OU MomentItem type: Item , Oakland University Alumni Magazine, Fall 2021(Oakland University, 2021-10) Oakland UniversityDefining moments at OU: The mentors, classes and achievements that helped shape our alumni’s futures ; Homecoming and reunion weekend ; Full Circle: Two friends journey from being on academic probation to aiding those in similar situations ; In the gold seat with Annie Meinberg ; Seize the day: OU alumnus shares his experience bicycling cross-country at the age of 70 ; A-Major influence: OU legacy student turns family passion into career ambitions ; A path forward ; Branching out ; Finding common ground: How OU taught one alumnus to prioritize trust and understanding in politics ; Campus highlightsItem type: Item , Oakland University Magazine, Spring 2021(Oakland University, 2021-04) Oakland UniversityCommunity collaboration: Transforming the world through service ; President's perspective ; Community Engagement: Contributing to the public good ; The future of care ; Connection to community ; A collective impact ; Administering relief ; Family ties ; Overcoming the Odds; OU alumna finds his way after bleak academic start ; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: The Big Picture; OU programs use holistic approach to advance academic accomplishments in the community ; Virtues and values ; Honoring student dreamers ; World travelers ; In the gold seat with Amanda Silvestri ; Student Success: Prevailing Through a Pandemic; How nursing professors, students and alumni are handling COVID-19 ; Research Endeavors: Formation and Fracture; Researching community movements and the forces that break them ; Nourishing innovation ; OU MomentItem type: Item , Oakland University Magazine, Fall 2020(Oakland University, 2020-10) Oakland UniversityGuiding Greatness: Empowering success stories from Oakland University students, faculty, alumni and donors ; Student Success: A Life Among Fish; Biology alumna is living out her childhood dream as an aquarist at Belle Isle Aquarium ; Research Endeavors: Innovative Shade; Engineering alumna and his team at Bosch are changing the driving experience ; Community Engagement: Street Medicine; OUWB students provide health care to vulnerable populations in Pontiac ; President's perspective ; In the gold seat with Wesley Wright ; Legacy of support ; Constructing a skillset ; Distinguished alumni ; Educational escape: Father and son have a unique, friendly competition in their educational endeavors ; Next generation of computer innovation ; From theory to practice ; Wealth of value ; Text 2 stay on track ; Open spaces enhanced by data ; Driving student-athlete success ; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Voices that matter: University students of color endure and overcome challenges in the hopes of aiding future generations ; Epilepsy warrior ; Experiences in ESL; English homework translates to everyday successes for OU’s ESL studentsItem type: Item , Oakland University Magazine, Summer 2020(Oakland University, 2020-06) Oakland UniversityBarrier Breaker: The journey to building cultural competence on campus and beyond ; President's perspective ; Goodwill shines in response to COVID-19 ; The School of Music, Theatre and Dance (SMTD) presented the production “Facing Our Truth: Ten Minute Plays on Trayvon, Race, and Privilege,” to invite thoughtful discussion on implicit bias. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Freedom and Justice; Scholarship recipient reflect on their paths toward interracial understanding ; Diversity drives student passion ; Global ambassadors ; The bonds that unite us ; Defining one's identity ; OU from home ; Healing through inclusivity ; In the gold seat with Mason Turell ; Student Success: Found in Translation; Student reconnects with his grandfather through translating his Italian memoir ; Supportive friends ; Mid-life career shift ; Securing the future ; Research Endeavors: Women in STEM; The importance of expanding the field of STEM researchers ; Baseball outreach ; Calculating community ; Community Engagement: Health Care for Homeless; Associate professor challenges students’ preconceived notions of homelessnessItem type: Item , Oakland University Magazine, Fall 2019(Oakland University, 2019-10) Oakland UniversityUnearthing knowledge: Discover the educational endeavors of OU’s campus community ; President's perspective ; Research Endeavors: Signing In: Biology major shines light on the accessibility of American Sign Language interpreters in health care ; Strengthening the Signal: Research at the Applied Electromagnetics and Wireless Lab ensures car antennas are up to snuff ; Community Engagement: Happy Campers: OUWB faculty and students care for youth with diabetes in the great outdoors ; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ; Student SuccessItem type: Item , Oakland University Magazine, Spring 2019(Oakland University, 2019-04) Oakland UniversityA place of pride ; Experiential engineering ; Project Success ; Mentorship: Undergraduate students and faculty benefit from research collaboration ; Unity ; Tenacity ; Connectivity: Departments join forces to train the next generation of cyber security specialists ; Accessibility: Students with disabilities find solace in the support of campus services; Internship opportunities in Macomb County ; Excelling as an executive ; Family tradition ; Camaraderie; Autism outreach ; Supporting future nurses ; Building a Culture of Philanthropy: Aspire. Advance. Achieve. Student celebration ; Celebrating SMTD students ; Corporate collaborationItem type: Item , Oakland University Magazine, Summer 2018(Oakland University, 2018-06) Oakland UniversityPresidential Procession: Ora Hirsch Pescovitz, M.D., inaugurated as Oakland University’s seventh president ; Family Ties: A multigenerational family of Oakland University graduates gives back ; Behind the Curtain: When it comes to putting on a performance, practice makes perfect in the new School of Music, Theatre and Dance ; Glenn McIntosh: Oakland University’s new chief diversity officer sets his sights on changeItem type: Item , Oakland University Magazine Fall 2017(Oakland University, 2017-10) Oakland UniversityHer story: A candid conversation with President Ora Hirsch Pescovitz, M.D., on learning, legacy and leadership ; Golden Days: The class of 1967 celebrates 50 years with a few memories ; Working With Words: The Reading Recovery® Center guides schools and teachers through the literacy process one child at a time ; Behind the Scenes: Exploring the many facets of the Oakland University Art CollectionItem type: Item , Oakland University Magazine Spring 2017(2017-06) Oakland UniversityEditor's Letters; #ThisIsOU; Around Campus; Athletics; Alumni; Giving; Holding Court: Coach Greg Kampe on his longstanding career and winning team culture; Physicians of the Future: Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine students learn to practice medicine with compassion; Ready for the Workforce: Career Services prepares Oakland University students and alumni for lifelong success; Class Notes; OU MomentItem type: Item , 2015 Donor Honor Roll(Oakland University, 2015-12) Oakland University. Development and Alumni RelationsItem type: Item , Oakland University Magazine Spring 2016(Oakland University, 2016-04) Oakland UniversityPresident's Perspective; Little Parrots: Dream business immerses students in language, culture; Diving into History: Edward Vesely pilots the last flying Helldiver; Alumni Profiles: Mary Fisher; All American swimmer Devon Nowicki headed for US Olympics Trials; Alumni Profiles: Mike Murri; Brian Stuard, Brittni Hutton, Steve Clark and 1989-1990 women's basketball team inducted into Lepley Hall of Honor; Max Hooper; Early Advocates for Veterans; "Fish" Story; Around Campus: New Housing Complex; Alumni NewsItem type: Item , Oakland University Magazine Spring/Summer 2009(Oakland University, 2009) Oakland UniversityContents: Letters; News; Campaign for OU; Sports; Same planet, different world; Urban legend; Helping paws; Healing heart; On the ball; Change of station; Professional pioneers; Alumni News; Schools & Colleges; Class Notes; Donor Honor Roll; OU MomentItem type: Item , Oakland University Magazine Fall 2008(Oakland University, 2008) Oakland UniversityContents: Letters; News; Campaign for OU; Sports; What's your game?; Gold Minds; Worldwide classroom; Up to Parr; Planted; Curl up by the fire; A conversation with...; Forces of nature; Life changes; Top dog; Diva comes home; Know your way around?; Alumni News; Schools & Colleges; Class Notes; OU MomentItem type: Item , Oakland University Magazine, Spring/Summer 2008(2008) Oakland UniversityContent: Close to their alma mater, Eyes to the east, Backhanded Success, Social capital: Good for your health?, Engineers win big prize, Somali tears, Donor Honor Roll, Behind the Stories, News, Campaign for OU, Sports, OU Moment, Alumni News, Schools & Colleges, Class NotesItem type: Item , Oakland University Magazine Fall 2007(Oakland University, 2007) Oakland UniversityContents: Letters; News; Sports; Campaign for OU; The Grizz gets a new look; Renaissance man on the Middle Ages; Primary pundits; A whale of a good idea; Coffee break; Evil Bart's last Days; The making of a medical school; Now, that's funny!; Alumni News; Schools & Colleges; Class Notes; Profiles; OU Moment