Kindness and positivity define Marlene McKean's nearly 40-year career at Oakland University
Marlene McKean first set foot on Oakland University's campus as a temporary employee in June 1985. She worked in numerous campus offices until joining the Meadow Brook Health Enhancement Institute full time at its inception in February 1986. Her journey with the School of Engineering and Computer Science began in July 1989 when she transferred to the Advising Office. Modern conveniences, like web and email, weren't yet part of her work environment. “I corresponded by using a typewriter and notes were
OU student Freedom of Speech Contest Winner: ‘Speak up, even if your voice shakes’
“Is freedom of speech a necessity in order to have a healthy democracy?” Michigan Representative Donni Steele presented a special tribute to OU student Emma Bowen in recognition of her winning essay in OU's inaugural Student Freedom of Speech Contest. That question prompted thoughtful and creative responses from dozens of students who participated in Oakland University’s inaugural Student Freedom of Speech Contest, an initiative promoting constructive dialogue on the role of free speech in American