Led by the National Science Foundation (NSF), in partnership with 13 federal agencies and 28 private-sector contributors, the National AI Research Resource (NAIRR) was created to provide researchers with high-performance computing, data and AI tools.
Beginning in 2024, the two-year NAIRR Pilot program has fostered broad access to cutting-edge AI research. In collaboration with Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Oakland University is leading a NAIRR Pilot expansion project to increase awareness and promote Help Build the Trips You've Always Wanted to Take - Michelle Schneider, owner of Calm Currents Travel, is a luxury travel advisor specializing in helping busy professional women use travel as a form of wellness.
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Turn Your Gen Z Interns into Workplace Stars from Day One
Simple onboarding tool builds confidence, communication, and real-world people skills fastMilford, MI — Businesses across the country are hiring Gen Z interns. These young workers bring energy and new ideas, but many employers say interns often lack basic communication skills, teamwork, and professionalism.
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The 2026 LIFESTYLE 4 Greater Rochester has changed its ad rate structure caused by a significant decrease in ad rates. It was premised on a provider letting KPG know a price decrease was about to happen. KPG took the decrease and flowed it through their ad rate structure resulting in a 50% decrease in ad rates. To put this in perspective, KPG’s quarter-page ad rate for 2025 was $700/year. For the 2026 Annual Issue it’s $350/year, giving everyone member a chance to be in the book.
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Oakland University student Alaina Humphreys recently received the George Orley Student Mental Health Advocate Award, which recognizes students who are advocates for mental health and have positive impacts on their college campuses.
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Two awards are presented each year – one to a University of Michigan student and one to a student from another college or university. The award honors the memory of George Orley, a University of Michigan student who lost his Modes of Fashion™ Founder Tiara Diaz Leads Student Style Session at ACE High School
Rochester Hills, MI — 4.22.26 — Tiara Diaz, founder of Modes of Fashion, recently led a Student Style Session at ACE High School, providing students with practical guidance on professional attire, wardrobe strategy, and the role of personal presentation in career readiness.
The session, delivered to members of the school’s Career Readiness Club, focused on helping students understand how clothing communicates confidence, An established professional in Rochester Hills is seeking a dedicated House Manager for a beautiful 6,000 square foot private residence.
The ideal candidate will have experience in maintenance or handyman work as well as experience caring for someone else (cook, clean).
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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
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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
As a seniorpreneur, you possess a wealth of experience, but the challenges of modern marketing require specialized strategies that many people — no matter their age — don’t possess. In this guide, you'll discover methods to leverage your unique insights into cost-efficient marketing opportunities. Implementing these approaches will streamline your marketing efforts and optimize overall success.Use AI to Create High-Quality Marketing Images
Seniorpreneurs can greatly benefit from using a tool that helps 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
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