Oakland University School of Business

06/02/2026

Join the Oakland University Alumni Association for "How to Create Your 'Perfect' Work," featuring Renessa Boley Layne, founder of Creating Your Perfect Work and author of Fast Lane, Wrong Direction.

Renessa will share practical strategies to help professionals gain clarity, navigate career pivots and build work that better aligns with their strengths, goals and lifestyle.

Tuesday, June 9 | 12 p.m.

Register:

Success on paper doesn't always translate to satisfaction in life. Even the most accomplished professionals reach a point where they feel stagnant, exhausted, or disconnected from their daily work. You may crave more freedom, influence, and meaning, yet feel paralyzed by the "risk" of making a chang...

05/29/2026

Join us for the Oakland University Golf Classic and support the next generation of business leaders. ⛳

Your participation supports meaningful learning opportunities, student experiences and resources that prepare OU students for success beyond the classroom.

Secure your spot or explore sponsorship opportunities: https://ow.ly/y8Z050Z5Hwf

05/27/2026

Study Abroad Spotlight🌏

Ryan, an finance major with a concentration in wealth management, spent the Winter semester studying abroad in Khon Kaen, Thailand.

He chose to study abroad for personal growth, a new cultural experience and the chance to see more of the world. ✈️

His favorite part? Experiencing a vastly different culture and connecting with exchange students from across the globe.

Learn more about Study Abroad opportunities at OU: https://ow.ly/ZqaV50Z4krj

05/26/2026

Elevate your game with the Sport Management minor!

Open to all majors, this program helps students build business skills and explore career paths in sports, entertainment, events and more.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/6jtK50Y8X1c

05/21/2026

Eric Tawney, SBA ’12, and Adam Tawney, M.D., CAS ’12, took different paths after Oakland University, but both credit OU with helping shape their careers and opening doors to new opportunities.

From real estate private equity to medicine, their story shows the impact of getting involved, building relationships and making the most of the OU experience.

Read more: https://ow.ly/k9EU50Z2kcE

05/20/2026

Join the information session on May 26 at 4 p.m. to learn about the Business Honors Direct Admit Program!

Discover all the unique opportunities waiting for you like hands-on experiential activities and customized cohort-style courses. 📚

Register: https://ow.ly/QMm550Z2kwf

05/20/2026

Congratulations to our students who represented Oakland University at the Business Professionals of America National Leadership Conference!

After earning recognition at the state level and qualifying for nationals, the students went on to compete against talented students from across the country. They demonstrated professionalism, teamwork and dedication while earning national awards and recognition. 👏

We are excited to celebrate their success and the positive impact they continue to make as members of the School of Business community.

05/13/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Spring Connect!

The and Oakland University School of Engineering and Computer Science Career and Life Design teams had a great time welcoming admitted students to campus for an evening of fun and connection. Admissions, advising, faculty and student organizations were also on hand to help future Golden Grizzlies learn more about OU and the opportunities ahead.

Incoming Golden Grizzlies, we look forward to seeing you this fall! 🐻🖤💛

05/13/2026

In a milestone for Oakland University, the Leadership Development Institute has officially graduated its founding cohort. This marks the successful completion of a prototype phase that brought together a diverse group of students to develop the leadership skills that employers seek in today’s graduates.

Read more: https://ow.ly/LjB750YZ41p