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Posts by Jessica Oakes

Bye-bye BRN 

News February 1, 2023 Jessica Oakes 0 Comments

Big Rapids Nutrition’s closing party was a hub for “music, good vibes” and teary-eyed goodbyes. On Friday, Jan. 27, the shake and tea café ended its four-year run in downtown […]

Chief Abe Haroon takes the oath of office

News February 1, 2023 Jessica Oakes 0 Comments

After directing Ferris’ Department of Public Safety for one semester, on Thursday, Jan. 26, Abe Haroon took the oath of office to be officially sworn in as chief of police […]

Recruitment season at the RSO spring fair

News, Student Life January 25, 2023January 25, 2023 Jessica Oakes 0 Comments

Student leaders from over 60 political, cultural, athletic and Greek organizations gathered in the David L. Eisler Center to recruit new members last Thursday. The spring fair invites registered student […]

The case for free period products

Opinions January 25, 2023January 25, 2023 Jessica Oakes 0 Comments

Almost a year after Michigan’s “tampon tax” was rolled back, crucial hygiene products are still not as accessible as they should be. In a perfect world, every bathroom would be […]

Let children learn

Opinions November 23, 2022November 22, 2022 Jessica Oakes 0 Comments

Far too many adults are keeping their children from important education with movements to ban books, history lessons and the mere mention of same-sex relationships.  Last year, I attended presentation about […]

Current parking regulations

News November 16, 2022November 15, 2022 Jessica Oakes 0 Comments

An updated list of campus parking rules and regulations has been posted to Ferris’ Department of Public Safety website.  Notable changes to previous rules include:  -“Motor vehicles shall be parked […]

On the Record Nov. 16

News, On the Record November 16, 2022November 15, 2022 Jessica Oakes 0 Comments

Roommate to doommates Nov. 2, 8 p.m. – An East Campus Suites resident reported harassment from a former roommate. The behavior was ongoing and reportedly delivered through a third party. […]

Fraternity brother’s ‘alleged history’ leads to removal from chapter

News November 9, 2022November 10, 2022 Jessica Oakes 0 Comments

Disclaimer: This article includes discussion of alleged sexual acts committed against a minor.   Ferris’ Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity announced the immediate removal of member Cody Adkins last Friday, following the […]

FFA concludes vote of no confidence

News, University News November 2, 2022November 1, 2022 Jessica Oakes 0 Comments

Last week, 89% of participating Ferris Faculty Association members voted no confidence in Provost Bobby Fleischman.  The articles of no confidence for the vote, which took place from Oct. 24 to […]

Know the candidates: Whitmer vs. Dixon

Special Editions, Top Stories October 26, 2022October 26, 2022 Jessica Oakes 0 Comments

In the 2022 gubernatorial election, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer runs against political commentator and businesswoman Tudor Dixon. Michigan voters have two clear and distinct choices for their next governor. Whitmer and […]

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