Winter 2019 Graduates Celebrate Commencement

EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY (EMU) - Graduates, parents and friends gathered at the Convocation Center to celebrate commencement on Sunday, April 28.

Pantry provides: Swoop’s has safety for some with food insecurity

Swoop’s Pantry is a “word of mouth” type of place. Nestled in the bottom floor of Pierce Hall is the non-profit food pantry. A few EMU students could be around but it is limited to just that. Swoop’s is not as busy as an Eagle Café like those at Pray-Harrold and the College of Business. This location on campus is quiet but has shelves full of valuables at no cost to you.

Fitness on Social Media: For Yourself or Others?

You scroll through your social media feed; it could be Twitter or Instagram. Many topics and posts show up like comedy or news. A friend’s post enters position on your phone screen and it is a gym selfie. You might have seen them before.

Student Affairs Committee Brings Grad School Application Suggestions, DRC Concerns to Board

During the last student affairs committee meeting of the 2018-2019 academic year, regents received presentations and concerns from Student Government, Housing and Residence Life and EMU's Children Institute, as well as campus leader Aaron Kempa. The presentations took place Tuesday, April 23, in Welch Hall with an audience of 40 to 50 people listening to the updates.

Created Equal Teams Up with Protect Life at EMU for Biannual Anti-Abortion Display

EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY -  The Created Equal organization set up in front of the Marshall building around 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 18 to promote their pro-life and anti-abortion views to the students of EMU. The organization was partnered with Protect Life at EMU.

Controversial Phrase Written on Free Speech Walls

EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY - A controversial phrase was discovered on the free speech walls outside of Pray Harold on Thursday. The phrase, “It’s okay to be white,” was written on both sides of each wall. The message was painted over a Nipsey Hussle tribute.

Women in Philanthropy Partners with CISE to Sponsor First SolvEMU Competition

Women in Philanthropy and the Creative Science Inquiry Experience program (CSIE) hosted the first SolvEMU -- a critical thinking competition in the Student Center on Friday, April 5.

EMU’s 39th Annual Undergraduate Symposium showcases student projects

 By Ronia-Isabel Cabansag, News Writer and Nautica Marshall, BMA Editor 

‘Much Ado About Nothing’ To Premiere in Quirk Theatre

 Another talented cast takes the Quirk mainstage this coming weekend for EMU Theatre’s production of Shakespeare’s classic “Much Ado About Nothing.” 

EMU Hosts 11th Annual César Chávez Day of Celebration

 Hundreds of students from several Detroit and Metro-Detroit high schools were invited to Eastern Michigan University for the 11th annual César Chávez Day of Celebration on Wednesday, March 20. 

Director of Dining Services Meets with Student Senate

 YPSILANTI, Mich. -- Chris Yeadon, the director of dining services, gave a report during the Student Senate regular meeting March 12 with updates on the progress made for dining services over the last few years.

DECA Advances to International Conference

Early last month, junior Anthony Levesque and first-year student Collin Clem represented EMU’s newly established Collegiate DECA Team at the State Career Development Conference in Detroit.

Police Blotter: March 11- 17

 Monday, March 11

EMU Brings Diversity in Colors in Harmony

The Eastern Michigan University organization International Student Association (ISA) held the 20th annual Colors in Harmony March 16 at the Student Center Auditorium. 

EMU Hosts Pride Prom 2019

Eastern Michigan University held the LGBT Pride Prom on March 13 in the convocation center from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Active Shooter Incident at University of Michigan's Mason Hall

Student Government Discusses Parking, Handicap Door Access

YPSILANTI, MI - Student Government passed three new resolutions on March 5 in McKenny Hall, with 13 Senators present as well as Student Body President Candice Crutcher, Director of Business and Finance, Quentin Francis and Director of Political Action, Faraz Ansari. 

Guest Speaker Presents: The Accomplishments of African-Americans with Disabilities

Guest speaker Tameka Citchen-Spruce, disability advocate of over 10 years, film producer and writer, presented “The Accomplishments of African-Americans with Disabilities” Wednesday, Feb. 20 at 11 a.m. in Room 320 of the Student Center.

Africology and African Studies Experts Answer What Racism Is in Panel Discussion in Celebration Black History Month

Africology and African studies experts gathered in celebration of Black History Month to answer the question, “What is Racism?” in a panel discussion open to students, faculty and other Eastern Michigan University community members.

Faculty Spotlight: Shayna White

Stepping off the sixth-floor elevators in Pray-Harrold, a laugh erupts which seems to be contagious. Following the laugh, a smile and bubbly personality emerges, that brings smiles from everyone around. Senior Secretary for the English Language and Literature department, Shayna White, is an integral part of many people's success.