Rochester Christian University receives $31,500 grant to expand free marketing support for local nonprofits
Rochester Christian University has been awarded a $31,500 grant from 100 Businesses Who Care – Michigan to support The Click, a digital marketing lab presented by Chief Financial Credit Union, which provides free professional marketing services to local nonprofits across Oakland County. One hundred percent of the grant funds are earmarked specifically for The Click. While the studio itself is already built and funded, this gift will support the people and tools that power the lab, including paid student
OU psychology chair receives Editor of Distinction Award for service to science journal
Todd K. Shackelford, editor of the journal Evolutionary Psychological Science, was recognized for being in the top 20% globally for the number of manuscripts sent to peer review, helping safeguard the scientific accuracy of published research. Todd K. Shackelford, distinguished professor and chair of Oakland University’s psychology department, was selected to receive a Springer Nature Editor of Distinction Award for his service as editor of Evolutionary Psychological Science, a journal dedicated to
Oakland University Paralegal Specialty Courses
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
Genisys Credit Union Empowers Justice-Involved Youth to Build Secure Financial Futures, Earning Statewide Recognition
Genisys Credit Union Empowers Justice-Involved Youth to Build Secure Financial Futures, Earning Statewide Recognition Statewide recognition honors "A Path Forward," a financial education initiative serving justice-involved youth at Oakland County Children's Village AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Genisys Credit Union has been honored with the Community Enrichment Award by the Michigan Credit Union Foundation, recognizing its innovative "A Path Forward" program — a financial literacy initiative designed to equip
U.S. Senate internship immerses Oakland University student in D.C. political scene
Oakland University student Nia Matthews spent the last four months in Washington D.C. interning for U.S. Senator Gary Peters and building connections across the political spectrum. Matthews served as a digital press intern, drafting press releases, creating social media graphics, transcribing TV and radio interviews, recording videos, writing video scripts and curating newsletters with news and social media posts related to Senator Peters and fellow U.S. Senator from Michigan, Elissa Slotkin. While in
Full Tuition Scholarships - OU's Nonprofit Management Certificate Program - Deadline July 2
ROCHESTER, Mich.- June 10, 2026 — Oakland University’s Nonprofit Management Certificate Program (NPMC) is offering four full-tuition scholarships supported by generous funding from First State Bank Michigan and Consumers Energy. The application window remains open through July 2. Michigan-based nonprofit professionals are eligible. Designed for nonprofit professionals with a minimum 2 years of experience, Oakland University’s fully virtual / asynchronous NPMC Program equips participants with practical
Oakland University Honors College dean appointed Member of the Order of Australia
Graeme Harper, dean of the Donna and Walt Young Honors College at Oakland University, has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM). The award was announced June 8 through the release of the “King’s Birthday Honours List,” a public holiday and honors announcement in Australia, celebrating King Charles III. Nominations for the honor come directly from the community and are the pre-eminent way Australians recognize the achievements and service of their fellow citizens. All nominations are
Oakland University to offer Faith in Detroit Summer Writing Workshop June 11-14
The Oakland University Center for Public Humanities, in partnership with Christ Church Cranbrook’s Lilly Endowment-funded Faith in Detroit initiative, is offering its inaugural Faith in Detroit Summer Writing Workshop to provide support, instruction, inspiration and community for aspiring and established writers. Hosted June 11-14 on the Christ Church campus in Bloomfield Hills, the four-day workshop will feature generative sessions, panel discussions, a craft talk and a keynote address by award-winning
Rochester Hills Specialty Dental Center Adds Board-Certified Periodontist
ROCHESTER HILLS - Board Certified Periodontist, and Rochester Hills resident, Dr. Mina Youssef is now offering periodontal services at the Rochester Hills Dental Specialty Center (455 S Livernois Rd, Ste B-12). Dr. Youssef takes a compassionate approach to care, offering a comprehensive range of advanced periodontal services, including laser therapy, same-day tooth replacement with implants, dental implants, full-mouth rehabilitations, gum grafting, bone grafting, and cosmetic periodontal
OU President Makes New $1 Million Personal Philanthropic Commitment to University
President Ora Hirsch Pescovitz has made a new $1 million philanthropic commitment to Oakland University, further strengthening her extraordinary personal investment in the university’s mission, students, faculty and future. The latest commitment will establish two new opportunity funds earmarked for research and the arts. The funds are designed to provide flexible, current-use implementation in areas of strategic importance and emerging opportunities that support Oakland University’s Strategic Vision
Local Twin Lakes Golf Director Inducted into the Callaway Hall of Fame - News Release: 5/14/2026
Twin Lakes Director of Golf, Jeff Coble, was inducted into theCallaway Hall of Fame Staff Professional ProgramOakland Township, MI — Twin Lakes Golf & Swim Club is proud to announce that longtime PGA Professional Jeff Coble has been inducted into the prestigious Callaway Hall of Fame Staff Professional Program — a national recognition reserved for a select group of golf professionals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication to the game, and long-standing impact within the golf
Why Rochester Businesses Have a Trust Problem They Don't Know About
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
Is Your Rochester Business Brand Due for a Refresh?
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
Turning Information into Influence: The Role of a Media Kit in Public Relations
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
Nail Salon Franchise Looking For New Oakland County Owner
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
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
