Oakland University’s Lowry Center for Early Childhood Education is partnering with Oakland Schools to implement a Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) classroom for the 2026-27 program year, expanding access to no-cost pre-K for eligible four-year-olds in the surrounding community.GSRP is Michigan’s free pre-K program for eligible four-year-olds. Through hands-on learning experiences, children develop social, early math, reading and problem-solving skills that help prepare them for kindergarten and
Oakland University’s Online MBA program earned the No. 45 spot on The Princeton Review’s list of the Top 50 Online MBA Programs for 2027.
The School of Business Administration was also named one of The Princeton Review’s Best Business Schools for 2027 and included among its Best On-Campus MBA Programs.
This recognition reflects the strength of Oakland University’s graduate business offerings across both online and on-campus formats.
“This recognition from The Princeton Review is a tremendous honor," USPBL and UWM Field Announce New Music FestivalUSPBL Fall Music Classic to take place on September 18 – 20, 2026 UTICA, Mich. – June 22, 2026 – The United States Professional Baseball League (“USPBL”) and UWM Field are proud to announce a new music festival, named the USPBL Fall Music Classic, that will be taking place at UWM Field on September 18, 19, and 20, 2026. Each day of the music festival will feature a different genre of music.
The festival will begin with country music, presented by 99.5 WYCD,
Oakland University is offering Paralegal Specialty Courses as part of the Oakland University Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) ABA-Approved Paralegal Program. OU PACE offers a rotating selection of 7-week Special Topic courses designed for focused CLE skill development. Course offerings change each semester to cover timely, high-demand areas of law—including Criminal Law, Immigration Law and other emerging specialties.
Register:Criminal Law Paralegal Specialty Course: June 23-August 11, Tues
The gap between how businesses think they're trusted and how customers actually feel is bigger than most owners expect. A stark trust perception gap revealed by PwC's 2024 Trust in US Business Survey puts it plainly: 90% of executives believe their companies are highly trusted, while only 30% of consumers agree. In a referral-driven market like Rochester, Michigan — where chamber members generate business through word-of-mouth and the RRC fields roughly 500 referral calls a month — that gap closes deals
Research shows it takes 5 to 7 impressions for consumers to remember a brand — and businesses that stay consistent report revenue gains of 20% or more. For Rochester members competing for attention across Main Street and local search results, your brand is either actively working for you or quietly working against you. A brand refresh — a strategic update to your visual identity, messaging, or positioning without abandoning your core identity — can re-engage your audience, sharpen your competitive
A media kit is a curated package of information that introduces a business to journalists, partners, and collaborators. It explains who the company is, what it offers, and why it matters—without requiring back-and-forth emails or scattered links. For growing brands, a well-built media kit becomes a quiet engine behind public relations, visibility, and sustained media engagement.Key Takeaways at a Glance
A media kit centralizes brand facts, visuals, and story angles in one accessible location.
It Quantum Franchise Group of Rochester Hills has been retained to find new Oakland County owners with a national, upscale nail salon franchise.This is a clean, stylish, and innovative nail salon concept focused on delivering high-quality, non-toxic nail services in a welcoming and hygienic environment. With a strong commitment to exceptional customer service and a flexible franchise model, the franchise offers an opportunity for both owner/operators and semi-absentee owners to succeed in the booming $29
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
OU's Lowry Center partners with Oakland Schools to offer Great Start Readiness Program
Oakland University recognized among The Princeton Review’s Best Business Schools for 2027
USPBL and UWM Field Announce New Music Festival
Oakland University Paralegal Specialty Courses
Why Rochester Businesses Have a Trust Problem They Don't Know About
Is Your Rochester Business Brand Due for a Refresh?
Turning Information into Influence: The Role of a Media Kit in Public Relations
Nail Salon Franchise Looking For New Oakland County Owner
How Small Businesses Can Thrive Amid Shifting Marketing Currents
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