Skip to Content, Navigation, or Footer.
Donate to The Echo
The Eastern Echo Saturday, May 18, 2024 | Print Archive
The Eastern Echo

Life

The Eastern Echo

Stay warm for homecoming

By Olivia Jackson · Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014

Homecoming week has begun and activities are in full swing. While students are trying to enjoy the festivities of spirit week, the weather has been getting chilly.

The Eastern Echo

New gallery celebrates EMU's history

By Kayla Boyd · Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014

The grand opening of the new McKenny Gallery Thursday will feature the exhibition “A Tradition of Leadership.”“The gallery was designed to give our current students, faculty, staff, alumni and all of the employees who have worked here in the past a place where they can share memories and learn more about the people, programs and events that make Eastern Michigan University the outstanding institution it is today,” said Walter Kraft, vice president of communications at EMU.This exhibit will feature items from university archives and alumni donors.

The Eastern Echo

‘Destiny’ fun, unimpressive

By Kevin McCoin · Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014

After years of anticipation, speculation and delays, Destiny has finally arrived. The heir to the massively successful Halo franchise has launched a remarkably fun game, but it’s not memorable.

The Eastern Echo

Higgins’ 4th album has roots in Australia

By Sophie Barterian · Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014

Missy Higgins’ fourth studio album, released in early September, is a masterpiece of Australian covers. OZ is comprised entirely of hit songs from Australian artists, reimagined in her own light. The album expresses Higgins’ roots in her home country, and the book included with the album describes her connection to each of the songs she included on the LP.

The Eastern Echo

Honors organization hopes for new start

By Olivia Jackson · Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014

In the winter season of 1909, an organization called the Stoic Society made their mark on the campus of Eastern Michigan University by being one of the first self-proclaimed honors organizations on campus.

Create a signature lipstick color

By Sydney Nimeth · Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014

Every girl deserves a lipstick color that she can call her own signature color. It’s hard to call something your own when everyone seems to have the same color that you love to wear.

The Eastern Echo

Drum workshop unites, inspires

By Noelle Parlette · Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014

Imagine more than 70 heartbeats made audible by the pounding of drums. A middle-aged man, with tattoos and a hoop earring, leads the drumming while students, faculty and members of the Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor community follow along in Eastern Michigan University’s orchestra classroom.

Photo Credit | Matt Jones

Matt Jones a soulful local performer

By Olivia Jackson · Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014

On Thursday, I had the pleasure of meeting a hidden gem in the Ypsilanti music community. The lights were dim, with whispers of conversation as local musician Matt Jones and I conversed about his passion; soulful, honest music.Jones’ latest album, “The Deep Enders,” is a mix between a cool breeze on a hot summer day, and the calming sounds of cellos colliding with the smooth sounds of a rugged guitar.

The Eastern Echo

Jimi Hendrix's unforgettable career

By Sophie Barterian · Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014

Jimi Hendrix was a guitar hero. He is considered one of the most influential guitarists in history, revolutionizing music with endless possibilities coming from an electric guitar.

Latest Podcast

Julez DeShetler and Queso Tone catch up after a short hiatus due to illness and someones birthday. The pair talk about their semesters and the final big events of the year, the Eastern Echo Media Gala and Rock The Patio. The latter playing host to Eagletainment's very own Queso Tone as a musical performance, with the shows closing act Anthony Roperti a former guest of the show. 

Featured Media
a-blast-from-the-past-at-the-echo
A blast from the past at The Echo