OU awarded national designation for excellence in cyber research

Oakland University has been officially designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research (NCAE-R) by the National Security Agency.   The designation is awarded to Department of Defense schools, Ph.D.-producing military academies and regionally accredited, degree-granting four-year institutions that meet specific research activity standards as determined by the Carnegie Foundation Basic Classification system. In addition to research classification,  the NCAE-R designation includes

Compass Self Storage Rochester Hills Accepts Donations for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Welcome O'Brien Dental Center

O'Brien Dental Center welcomes the community to visit their newly opened office. Dr. Ashley O'Brien opened O'Brien Dental Center in August 2025 after working in private practice in Lake Orion for over three years. It was there that Dr. O'Brien gained clinical experience and utmost confidence in dentistry leading her to open her own practice and plant roots in Rochester Hills. O'Brien Dental Center offers same day CREC Crown Technology, Digital X-Rays and Intraoral Scans, 3D XRays with their CBCT machine,

Neighborhood House Stands Ready to Support Local Families During Uncertain Times

Rochester Hills, MI – October 29, 2025 – As our community faces increasing uncertainty, Neighborhood House wants local families to know: we’re here to help. Serving residents of Rochester, Rochester Hills, Auburn Hills, Oakland Township and Addison Township, Neighborhood House has been a trusted partner for neighbors navigating challenging times for more than 50 years. The organization offers critical support with food, clothing, and essential resources to help families regain stability.  “Our mission

OU's International Business Honor Society chapter receives 'Highest Honors' for second year in a row

The School of Business Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) chapter has earned the “Highest Honors” status for the 2024-2025 academic year, the highest level of recognition that a chapter can earn as part of the Chapter Honor Roll Program.  BGS is the International Business Honor Society recognizing top-performing students from around the world in business schools accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Membership is exclusively offered to top-performing students of

How Small Businesses Can Thrive Amid Shifting Marketing Currents

In the age of digital saturation, the deck often feels stacked against small businesses. National chains have ad budgets that could bankroll a midsize town, while algorithms seem to tilt toward those who pay to play. But the landscape isn’t just shifting—it’s fracturing. That rupture offers something that hasn’t been this accessible in years: the chance for smaller players to take ground by responding quickly, thinking creatively, and speaking in voices people actually want to hear. The edge comes not

Oakland University Honors College celebrates transformational naming gift

The Oakland University Board of Trustees approved the renaming of the school’s Honors College as the Donna and Walt Young Honors College at today’s formal meeting.  The announcement comes in the wake of the Young’s transformational gift of $10 million dollars to show their confidence in the growth and progress of the Honors College at OU. It is the first named school in Oakland’s history.  Walt Young was appointed to the Oakland University Foundation Board in 1997. It was then that he and his wife,

Zarminali Pediatrics brings innovative new model for pediatric care to Rochester Hills and Metro Detroit area families

Zarminali Pediatrics brings innovative new model for pediatric care to Rochester Hills and Metro Detroit area familiesZarminali Pediatrics, building the first outpatient pediatric destination purpose-built to provide elevated, seamlessly coordinated primary care nationwide, has officially opened its newest clinic in Rochester Hills, Michigan. The clinic is Zarminali’s fourth location in the state of Michigan, and its first-ever designed from the ground up to meet the comprehensive needs of today’s

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Opening Soon at Avon Players: The Diary of Anne Frank

Witness Historywith Avon Players’ The Diary of Anne Frank  Play shines a light on a chapter of world history that must not be forgotten ROCHESTER HILLS, MI, October 12, 2025 – One girl’s true account of a growing up in extraordinary circumstances makes for a harrowing and hopeful play as Avon Players Theatre presents The Diary of Anne Frank,running November 7-22.  The Diary of Anne Frank is one of the most famous and haunting stories to emerge from the 20th century.  The memoirs of this young Jewish

Congratulations to Barbara Marriner, owner of The Cheese Lady Rochester!

The Cheese Lady Rochester, founded in 2016, is now owned by Barbara Marriner. Barbara feel in love with the cheese shop upon first arriving in the United States with her family in 2017 from her native North East England. Looking to use her consultancy experience in a small local business, Barbara was delighted to also find an opportunity to explore her love of cheese (and background in science). Barbara was honored to be recently awarded the Certified Cheese Professional Certification by the American

Oakland University awarded highest rating for service to student veterans

Oakland University continues to provide the highest level of service to its student veterans, earning a gold rating on the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency’s 2025 list of veteran-friendly schools.    The agency’s Veteran-Friendly Schools program recognizes Michigan educational institutions for serving the educational needs of veterans and military-connected students.  Schools are evaluated based on seven criteria related to veteran-focused services and programs. Gold status requires fulfillment of six

Downtown Rochester's Holiday Window Contest

  Downtown Rochester Kicks off the Holiday Season with the Annual Holiday Window Contest   ROCHESTER, Mich. – October 14, 2025 - Downtown Rochester is ready to shine bright this holiday season as nearly 20 local businesses participate in the highly anticipated Holiday Window Contest. This year’s theme, “Traditional Christmas”, invites businesses to celebrate the timeless charm of the season by transforming their windows with classic holiday décor, twinkling lights, and festive cheer.   From November

Rochester Writers' Conference Guides Writers to Publications on October 18

Rochester Writers’ Conference Guides Writers to Publication on October 18 Local Businesses Invited to Donate for Conference Raffle Rochester, MI – The 18th Annual Rochester Writers’ Conference, themed “Mapping Your Author Path,” takes place Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Oakland University from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This dynamic one-day event, featuring a keynote by award-winning Michigan author Lynne Golodner, offers nearly a dozen breakout sessions with literary agents, authors, and educators.

Oakland University reports fourth consecutive year of freshman enrollment growth

Oakland University is celebrating strong enrollment momentum this fall, according to official university data. For fall 2025, total enrollment reached 15,979 students, a 1.3% increase over last year. Total student credit hours also rose by 1.6%, as students are enrolling in more classes on average. Importantly, this marks the first increase in total enrollment and credit hours since 2019, signaling a positive turnaround from the years following the pandemic. OU welcomed 2,330 first-time-in-any-college

Gifts For All God’s Children Receives Rochester Hills Community Excellence Award

38-year-old nonprofit honored for serving 3,000+ children annually across metro Detroit ROCHESTER HILLS, MI – September 18, 2025 – Gifts For All God’s Children, a metro Detroit nonprofit serving vulnerable children and families since 1987, received the Community Excellence Award from the City of Rochester Hills at the annual State of the City event. The recognition, presented by Mayor Bryan Barnett before an auditorium of community leaders and residents, honors the organization’s nearly four decades of

OU biology professor’s genetics research highlighted in top academic journal

 Oakland University researchers Walter Wolfsberger (postdoctoral fellow), Zlata Bilanyn (exchange student), Taras Oleksyk (associate professor of biological sciences), Maria Varyvoda (volunteer) and Stephanie Castro-Marquez (graduate student). Biology Professor Taras Oleksyk’s pioneering work to fill one of the largest gaps in the scientific study of human population genetics was recently featured in one of the world’s most prestigious academic journals.  An article published in the journal

Family Friendly Evening of Live Music at Wildwood Amphitheater with Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck

Family Friendly Evening of Live Music at Wildwood Amphitheater with Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck Serving up Your Favorite Caffeinated and Decaffeinated Beverages!This fun, family friendly evening takes place on Saturday, June 7th at Wildwood Amphitheater located at 2700 Jocelyn Court, Orion Township.Doors Open at 5pm | Rain or ShineKids 12 & Under: Free with AdultFree ParkingScan the QR Code in the flyer below to purchase tickets! Don’t miss this one!  

Become an Exhibitor at This Year's MICareerQuest Southeast

Become an Exhibitor at This Year's MiCareerQuest Southeast      We are celebrating the fifth year of MICareerQuest Southeast in 2025! We want your organization to join us at the region's largest career exploration event for high school students on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi.  There is no better place to meet tomorrow's workforce. MICareerQuest Southeast attracts 8,000 eager and inquisitive students and their teachers, plus 100+ employers that showcase more than 200

Rochester-Avon Historical Society President Joins Michigan Historic Preservation Network Board

Tiffany Dziurman, president of the Rochester-Avon Historical Society, has been elected to the board of directors of the Michigan Historic Preservation Network (MHPN). The announcement came during the MHPN’s annual meeting and conference held on May 9 in Kalamazoo, MI. Founded in 1981, MHPN is the largest membership organization in the state committed to recognizing and supporting Michigan’s cultural and architectural legacy. Their efforts span historic buildings, landmarks, and the stories that bring the