GrizzText
At OU, we are dedicated to getting you the information you need, when you need it. Through the OU text messaging initiative, GrizzText, you are able to receive reminders about dates and deadlines, and ask questions about things like registration and financial aid. In addition, depending on the messaging channel you subscribe to, you can learn more about campus events and other information you need to stay engaged and empowered.
Students can expect to receive:
- Reminders about dates and deadlines
- Questions focused on providing assistance
- Information about critical dates and deadlines
- Personalized reminders and alerts
- Event information (future students only)
Participating Departments/Offices:
- Undergraduate Admissions
- Application status updates
- Event information and reminders
- Alerts about needed actions
- Office of the Registrar
- Information about critical dates and deadlines
- Personalized reminders and alerts
- Student Financial Services
- Financial aid deadline reminders
- Personalized financial aid alerts
Students can send:
- Questions
- Comments
- Responses to questions
Frequency of communication:
Participating offices will send an average of one to two text messages a month. During key times, such as registration, messages may be sent more often.
eBill (electronic billing)
Oakland University eBill notifications are completely unrelated to this program. For more information visit the Student Financial Services eBill page.
Emergency communications
Oakland University emergency notifications text messages are completely unrelated to this program. Visit Oakland University Emergency Text Messaging.