EFA welcomes all EMU students, even if they have no experience in film whatsoever. They make short films, host workshops and provide mentorships and networking for those who want to work professionally in film. The group meets every Thursday from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. in room 330 at the Student Center during the Fall and Winter semesters.
The Student Center patio was filled with eager pumpkin-carving contest participants on Oct. 29. At the event, students were able to create all kinds of fun and spooky designs to celebrate Halloween at EMU. Not only could students participate in pumpkin-carving, they could also listen to music provided by DJ LiXxer, take Halloween photos in the photo booth, enjoy free hot chocolate and apple cider and enter giveaways from Amazon and the EMU Bookstore.
All of the Echo's coverage of Eastern Michigan University's Board of Regents meeting on Friday.
Kristina Milliman-Rinaldi was able to connect with EMU students by given them a chance to ask question about behind the scene on the working field
Typically, faculty are not too engaged with the process of recruiting students. At the recent Regents meeting on Oct. 24, several faculty members showed how their programs were successfully increasing enrollment rates. It is hoped that the success of these programs will inspire other faculty campus-wide to develop their own programs to bring in more students to EMU.
Smith is excited to serve and is looking forward to tackling the current concerns of faculty, staff and students.
The new 15 year partnership will create the BGU and EMU Joint College of Engineering. The campus will be located in Guangxi Zhaung Autonomous Region of China.
The police blotter is a report of criminal activity going on in Ypsilanti and Eastern Michigan University during the week of Oct. 21 through Oct. 26.
EMU will present the renovation of Roosevelt Hall as its top state capital outlay request for Fiscal Year 2021.
The community health center is a collaboration between IHA, Eastern Michigan University and St. Joseph Mercy Health Center.
The fourth annual YpsiGLOW took place on Friday, Oct. 25, attracting community members of all ages and lighting up the streets of downtown Ypsilanti.
Best Buddies is a student organization at EMU that "enhances the lives of people with developmental disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships." The buddies meet face-to-face twice a month and participate in social outings once a month with the whole chapter.
The Queer Unity for Eastern Students partnered with the LGBT Resource Center to host a creativity night. The event aimed to relieve stress for students as they prepare for midterms.
Oct. 8, 2019 in EMU’s Student Center Ballroom, The Nation organized and put on EMU’s own Trap Karaoke event. The Ballroom was full of energy and self-expression as a community through singing, rap and dance.
Sen. Peters was first elected as a U.S. Senator from Michigan in 2014, following a long history of public service. Peters has been approved as commencement speaker for the Dec. 15 ceremony.
The team earned their third title in franchise history this past season and set a school record.
Student Government and the EMU Foundation worked together to fund and begin the Student Emergency Fund. This fund allows students who are struggling financially to reach out for help and receive a $750 grant if applicable.
During the Senate meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 22, Senator Nick Galluzzo and representatives from Protect Life at EMU made the Student Government aware of the destruction of the pro-life chalk messages on campus. Planned Parenthood Next Generation said they did not encourage any destructive behavior from its members. Galluzzo said he plans to write a resolution addressing the inequalities evident in the current campus climate.
On Tuesday, Oct. 22, Student Government listened to the ideas and agendas of applicants running for the two available Senate chairs. After a lengthy meeting and multiple votes, the Senate chose Duaa Aljirafi and Domenic Dame for the positions. They encouraged those who did not get chosen to try again at a later time or pursue a delegate position.
The initiative features a cross-sectional survey of EMU students, faculty and staff. The committees findings will help identify strengths and challenges of making Eastern a more diverse and inclusive campus.
