Oakland University recognized as ‘Education Innovator’ by Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency
Oakland University was recently honored as a 2024-25 Education Innovator by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency, receiving three Innovation Awards for its collaborative, forward-thinking efforts to support student veterans. The awards recognize academic institutions or staff who develop a new process, method, technology or innovative service that will radically improve or transform on-campus experiences for military-connected students. OU received an Innovation Award for collaborating with Lear
Oakland University powers more than $1.9 billion in economic activity across Michigan
Oakland University continues to be a powerful driver of economic growth in Michigan, generating a net new economic impact of $1.9 billion in fiscal year 2024, according to a new report released by Anderson Economic Group, an economic consulting firm based in East Lansing, Michigan. The study highlights the university’s vital role in boosting regional development and supporting jobs across Michigan. In FY 2024, OU generated more than $1.9 billion in net new economic impact (more than doubling its economic
