OU College Graduation Photos

Thursday, April 27th, 2023

These days, I am trying to spend less time online and more time being present. I read a book, suggested to me by a former student, called Digital Minimalism. It was thought provoking and allowed me to acknowledge that I really don’t get much return from social media. It reverberated with what I have long said even on this blog – the best part of photography (and life) are the people I meet. That’s why when Victoria, another former student of mine, asked me if I could photograph her OU college graduation photos, I jumped at the opportunity to spend some time celebrating her win and talking to her about her future plans to become a teacher herself.

We met on a brisk Sunday morning, a few days before her OU college graduation. Oakland University’s campus was quiet and serene. It reminded me a bit of a previous college graduation photoshoot I did on CCS’s campus. Victoria was a fun tour guide, showing me around the grounds and sharing with me her excitement and experiences of student teaching.

OU College Graduation Photos 2023
Student wearing a black college graduation regalia from Oakland University.
OU College graduation photos in front of Elliot Tower.
OU College graduation photos in front of Elliot Tower.
A student leans on a pile of books in graduation regalia

Victoria brought with her some of her favorite books. (She was an English major afterall.) As a touching tribute to one of her favorite teachers, she has John Jeffire’s book Motown Burning.

A student leans on a pile of books in graduation regalia
OU college graduation photos in front of Elliot Tower on Oakland University's campus.
OU college graduation photos in front of Elliot Tower on Oakland University's campus.
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