Oakland University

““AM General is proud to partner with students and graduates who bring ingenuity to every stage of the process — from design through manufacturing — to support dependable, innovative solutions for our customers and warfighters. Time and again, OU students demonstrate a strong commitment to empowering the warfighter and a deep appreciation for the men and women who protect our freedoms at home and around the world.””

““I am looking forward to advancing in the industry and becoming a knowledgeable, respected individual capable of leading a team of engineers to success in our mission.””

““Oakland University provided me with so many opportunities to grow. Being able to work in four different school districts and learn from a variety of teachers was incredible.””

““Oakland University’s education program is highly respected in our district, and its graduates are consistently held in high regard. We take great pride in hiring OU graduates, and many of our teachers are alumni of the program. We are proud to have many of our school administrators who have earned advanced degrees from OU, and we deeply value our ongoing relationship with the university."”

““The characteristic I developed most at Oakland University was confidence. When I arrived, I struggled with imposter syndrome and uncertainty about where I belonged. Through supportive professors, advisers, mentors and on-campus roles, I slowly learned to trust my abilities and see my own potential.””

““At DTE, we deeply value our partnership with Oakland University. The professionalism and dedication of OU students are exceptional, bringing fresh energy to our team while contributing significantly to Michigan’s talent pipeline. We look forward to continuing this meaningful collaboration and supporting the growth of future leaders.””

““My ambition and determination to graduate college, make my family proud and change my world, accompanied by the abundance of resources offered by the Career and Life Design Center, made me into the young professional that I am today.””

““I’m proud of the partnership we’ve built with Oakland University — from supporting ACHIEVE and GrizzHacks to welcoming OU interns onto my teams. Golden Grizzly talent brings strong technical skills, fresh ideas and a passion for innovation that makes a real impact at BorgWarner. Seeing these students grow and launch successful careers is truly one of the most rewarding parts of my role.””

““Oakland helped me develop my dedication toward the marketing field and how hard I work at my job every day. I am passionate about the team we have built, the relationships I’ve made with my coworkers and making sure all of my clients see the work we are doing for them.””

““At Siser, we admire Oakland University for fostering a community of students who are problem solvers, collaborative and work seamlessly across disciplines. A skill set is one thing, but the ability and willingness to continually learn, grow and improve with a team are invaluable.””

““My time at OU gave me the opportunity to explore so many different ideas of what ‘being a musician’ could mean.””

““Identity offers one of the most sought-after and immersive opportunities for emerging professionals pursuing careers in public relations and communications. Through our partnership with Oakland University, we’ve collaborated with deeply motivated, highly capable students and alumni — many of whom have gone on to join our team in full-time roles. This relationship creates a strong, consistent pipeline of bright, driven professionals who are ready to make an immediate impact and grow into the next generation of industry leaders.””

““Oakland University gave me the foundation to merge strategic communication with civic leadership. Through courses, internships and mentorship, I learned how to communicate effectively with diverse audiences and lead with purpose. My experience as president of the PRSSA chapter strengthened my leadership and organizational skills, which directly translated into my ability to manage stakeholder relationships in both agency and government settings. OU taught me not just how to communicate — but how to connect, lead and serve with integrity.””

“The Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies Program allows the student to choose their own path. With other majors a student's interest level can vary due to the required classes, while with the BIS program, students have interest in every class they sign up for. The process of finding classes that are directly related to my currently daily job gave knowledge and experience together while completing my degree is why I chose BIS for my major. A BIS degree made taking classes meaningful, as they directly related to my job which allowed for growth as a manager while completing my degree.”