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Events and Virtual Opportunities

Whether you’re reconnecting with classmates during Alumni Reunion Weekend, networking with alumni in your profession, or cheering on the Golden Grizzlies for Rivalry Day, OU Alumni are gathering around Detroit, online, and beyond!

The Oakland University Office of Alumni Engagement offers events on-campus and virtually so you can share your Golden Grizzly pride and stay engaged with your alma mater!

Annual and Virtual Events:

OU Encore: Alumni Webinar Series

This webinar series brings the expertise of industry-leading professionals right to your home in an easily accessible virtual setting.  New sessions are introduced every month and include a variety of topics. Registration is free and open to all alumni. More information about the Alumni Webinar Series.

Alumni Night of Excellence

The Alumni Night of Excellence recognizes alumni achievements in business, community service, volunteerism and more and also recognizes the Young Alumni “10 within 10” honorees. More information about the Alumni Night of Excellence

Alumni Reunion Weekend

Return to campus each Fall to reminisce your favorite memories with former classmates while taking in all of the new things Oakland University has to offer. For more information, visit https://www.oakland.edu/alumni/reunion-weekend/

Golden Celebration Reunion

Reconnect with your classmates and celebrate this year's 50th reunion class! For more information, visit oakland.edu/alumni/events/reunion.

 

All Upcoming Events

Alumni Engagement

John Dodge House
507 Golf View Lane
Rochester, MI 48309-4488
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(248) 364-6130
[email protected]

Golden Reunion Celebration 2025

Date: 10/10/2025 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Golden Celebration Brunch 2025 - the 50th Reunion of the Class of 1975 will be recognized, and all alumni from the Class of 1975 and earlier are invited to attend and celebrate. Brunch will be followed by a motor coach tour of campus. 
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All Alumni Reunion- Oktoberfest 2025

Date: 10/10/2025 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Dust off your lederhosen and raise a stein—Oakland University is calling you to join us for an unforgettable Oktoberfest celebration! Join fellow Golden Grizzlies at the iconic Meadow Brook Hall for an evening of festive entertainment, dancing, delicious food and tours of Meadow Brook Hall. Let’s reconnect, reminisce, and revel in the spirit of community, tradition, and fall fun—Bavarian style!
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Broadcast & Byline Reunion 2025

Date: 10/11/2025 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Calling All OU Communicators! Whether you told stories through The Post, found your voice on WXOU, or brought ideas to life in the classroom, it's time to come home to where it all began. Featuring speakers Steve Staeger (CAS '08), Consumer Investigator, 9NEWS, Denver, and Bre Teamer (CAS'22), Fox 2 Detroit. Join us for a special afternoon reception celebrating alumni from WXOU, The Oakland Post and Oakland University's Communication, Journalism and PR Department.

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OU Alumni Headshot Happy Hour 2025

Date: 10/23/2025 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM OU Alumni & Friends! Come join the fun at OU Headshot Happy Hour! Join us at the Gran Castor in Troy and enjoy networking and socializing with fellow OU Alumni. Your ticket includes 2 Drink Tickets, a heavy appetizer buffet, networking activities and  a complimentary headshot taken by a professional photographer until 8 p.m.! Space is limited - this event sold out the past two years! Make sure you register early. 21 and older.
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