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Sometimes, blood donors are turned away

BY KELLI WARSHEFSKI OU News Bureau The need for blood is constant. The American Red Cross of Southeast Michigan collects 210,000 units of blood annually — more than half from Oakland and Macomb counties. For every 100 people who try to donate, though, approximately 13 are turned away. “There are so many reasons why a [...]

February 11th, 2012 | Posted in Oakland County,Oakland U. | Read More »

Inn Season Café in Royal Oak: Vegetarian food made fresh (video)

Looking for a place to have great food and a good time? OU News Bureau reporters have visited some distinctive eateries in Oakland, Macomb and Wayne counties to learn more about what these places have to offer. Reporter Alyssa McMillan visited the Inn Season Café in Royal Oak and talked with chef Thomas Lasher. He’s [...]

February 11th, 2012 | Posted in Eateries,Oakland County | Read More »

Thee Office Pub and Cookery in Romeo: Tradition with classic favorites (video)

Looking for a place to have great food and a good time? OU News Bureau reporters have visited some distinctive eateries in Oakland, Macomb and Wayne counties to learn more about what these places have to offer. Reporter Savana Ciavatta visited Thee Office Pub and Cookery in Romeo and talked with owner Nicole Czajka. A [...]

February 9th, 2012 | Posted in Eateries,Macomb C. | Read More »

Ruby Tuesday in Clarkston: Fresh food and friendly service (video)

Looking for a place to have great food and a good time? OU News Bureau reporters have visited some distinctive eateries in Oakland, Macomb and Wayne counties to learn more about what these places have to offer. Reporter Rachel English stopped by Ruby Tuesday in Clarkston to visit with Dave Anderson, guest service manager. He [...]

February 9th, 2012 | Posted in Eateries,Oakland County | Read More »

Dessert Oasis in Rochester: A family affair offers a personal touch (video)

Looking for a place to have some great food and a good time? OU News Bureau reporters have visited some unique eateries in Oakland, Macomb and Wayne counties to learn more about what these distinct restaurants have to offer. Reporter Alana Hartley visited The Dessert Oasis in Rochester and talked with Charlene Hamood, who oversees [...]

February 9th, 2012 | Posted in Eateries,Oakland County | Read More »

Red Knapp’s in Rochester: The ’50s diner concept stays the same

Looking for a place to have great food and a good time? OU News Bureau reporters have visited some distinctive eateries in Oakland, Macomb and Wayne counties to learn more about what these places have to offer. Reporter Kevin Romanchik visited Red Knapp’s Dairy Bar in downtown Rochester and spoke with owner Butch Knapp.  Tell [...]

February 7th, 2012 | Posted in Eateries,Oakland County | Read More »

Pro-eating disorder blogs troubling to medical experts

This Tumblr screenshot is an example of a typical pro-ed blog.

FOR AN UPDATED STORY, SEE:  Tumblr to prohibit self-harm blogs BY JENNIFER HOLYCHUK OU News Bureau “I can’t wait to be the skinny girl they’re all talking about,” one girl wrote. “I’m not stopping until you can see my bones,” wrote another. “300 calories today? I’m such a fat pig.” These comments were made by young [...]

February 7th, 2012 | Posted in Featured article,Oakland U. | Read More »

‘Typical’ OU student hard to define

Some observers say it's easier to divide Oakland University students into "pools" than it is to define the "typical student. " PHOTO/KEVIN ROMANCHIK

BY RACHEL RITZENTHALER OU News Bureau As both mentors and observers, OU faculty members have their own take on what constitutes the “typical OU student.” Recently, four faculty members who have been at Oakland for a combined 60 years were interviewed about this subject, and they were generally in agreement about students being divided into [...]

February 5th, 2012 | Posted in Featured article,Oakland U. | Read More »