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Fifth Annual EMU Football Cruise Night

Antique, newer muscle cars, and homemade rides lined the deck overlooking the field at Rynearson Stadium on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, as Eastern Michigan University football fans arrived for the game and participated in Cruise Night. The event was the fifth time car enthusiasts were invited for an EMU Cruise Night, and they displayed their passions from 3:30 p.m. until the start of the game against San Jose, at 6:15 p.m. (Gallery by Savannah DeBock)

Photos: EMU students cheer on the Eagles

Eastern Michigan University fans gathered to Rynearson Stadium on Sept. 4 to cheer on the Eagles as they faced the San Jose State University Spartans. The Eagles fell to the Spartans, with a final score of 27-21.The game also included a doughnut-eating contest hosted by competitive eater Joey Chestnut, a Cruise Night that brought classic cars to campus, a halftime show led by the EMU Marching Band, routines from the EMU cheer and dance teams, and a visit from a live bald eagle brought to the stadium by MI Avian Experience. A fireworks show closed out the evening at Rynearson Stadium in Ypsilanti.

Photos: Severe weather causes damages, power outages in Ypsilanti

Following a severe thunderstorm that prompted a tornado warning in Washtenaw County and other portions of Southeast Michigan on Sept. 3, 2026, damage in Ypsilanti included downed power lines and tree branches, power outages and some reports of flooding.

Eastern Michigan University Student Job Fair 2026

Kroger's Second Annual Back to College Night

To welcome back Eastern Michigan University students, Kroger held their second annual Back to College Night. The event included music, fun games, and plenty of free samples. All EMU students who attended were offered 10 percent off of their total orders. The event was held at the Kroger on 3200 Carpenter Rd, Ypsilanti, Michigan on Aug. 31, 2026. (Gallery by Lee Hammock)

Ypsi Pride 2026

In a sea of rainbow, Ypsilanti community members came to Ypsi Pride in Depot Town on August 30, 2026. Throughout the action-packed day, Ypsi Pride offered performances in multiple locations. Attendees could see drag performances, the Ypsilanti Youth Choir, Out Loud Chorus, live DJs and dancers, drag storytime and more.

Eastern Michigan Football game Aug. 29, 2026 against Sacramento State

Michigan Renaissance Festival 2026

For the past 47 years, the Michigan Renaissance Festival 2026 in Holly, Michigan, has brought joy and laughter to it's patrons. With food, drinks, and vendors to shop at, there is something there for everyone, including pets. The festival will be open on weekends from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m., rain or shine. The festival will be open from Aug. 22 through Oct. 4, plus Labor Day, Sep. 7, and Festival Friday. (Gallery by Courtney Prielipp)

Ypsilanti 96th 4th of July Parade

On July 4, 2026, Ypsilanti hosted its 96th annual 4th of July parade. Ypsilanti families and children lined the streets from the Ypsilanti Water Tower to Depot Town, watching the parade go by and children gather candy from the parade. Local Yspilanti businesses, schools, and community programs participated in the parade. (Gallery by Courtney Prielipp)

Black Pride Ypsi Y2K Cookout 2026

To celebrate Pride month and community, Black Pride Ypsi hosted their second annual cookout. This year's cookout had a Y2K theme and included food, music, and dancing. The event was held at the Growing Hope Market in Downtown Ypsilanti on Saturday June 28th 2026. (Gallery by Lee Hammock)

Ypsi Juneteenth 2026

Ypsilanti’s Annual Juneteenth Celebration was held from Friday, June 19 to Sunday, June 21 2026 in Downtown Ypsilanti. The event honors Juneteenth, a holiday which celebrates when the last enslaved African Americans in Texas heard of their freedom. The event highlighted local resources, vendors, artists and performers. (Gallery by Lee Hammock)

EMUCU Bank Opening

Eastern Michigan University Credit Union opened a new branch on 611 W. Cross Street on Monday, June 15 2025. The opening was celebrated with cookies and music, and it gave people a chance to look around. The new building hosts a new video teller drive-thru, ATMs, and plenty of space to consult with their financial services. (Gallery by Lee Hammock)

Ypsilanti Memorial Day Procession, May 25, 2026

Since 1868, Memorial Day has been celebrated on the last Monday in May. The holiday is to reflect and honor the fallen soldiers who fought for the United States Armed Forces. On May 25, 2026, the city of Ypsilanti held a Memorial Day Procession that started in Downtown Ypsilanti, where it later stopped at the bridge at Depot Town to place flowers into the Huron River. After walking through Depot Town, the rest of the procession would walk to the Highland Cemetery, where there was a wreath ceremony. The procession was organized by the American Legion Post 282 and the city of Ypsilanti. The community followed alongside the procession along with the Ypsilanti Community Schools marching bands, the Ypsilanti Scout Troop 290 and Scout Pack 283, and other community groups. (Gallery by Courtney Prielipp)

CMTA Coming Home Celebration May 16, 2026

The School of Communication, Media, and Theatre Arts (CMTA) hosted its Coming Home Celebration at Judy Sturgis Hill building on May 16, 2026. The coming home celebration invited all alumni from the program to celebrate the professors who are retiring, but to remember why the CMTA program is important. Scholarships were given out during the event, such as the Ken Steven Scholarship and the Sally Young Echo Scholarship. Throughout the event, there were rooms fulled of activies such as button making and dancing with music. (Gallery by Courtney Prielipp)

ISA Colors in Harmony 2026

Hosted by the International Student Association, Colors in Harmony showcased many cultures including Filipino, Indian, Puerto Rican, Egyptian, Costa Rican, Iraqi, and Bengali. There was food and a chance for people to connect afterwards. The event was held in the Eastern Michigan University Student Center on Sunday, April 19, 2026. (Gallery by Lee Hammock)

Race weekend for EMU's track and field team

At least nine university track and field teams gather at Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, for the 2026 MAC track and field championship competition held Feb. 26-28. EMU athletes eat, practice and compete on the road during the busy weekend.

Eastern Michigan University wins 12-6 against Kent State University on March 14 2026

Eastern Michigan University's women's lacrosse team won 12-6 against Kent State University at Scicluna field on March 14, 2026. The game honored the legacy of Morgan Rodgers who lost her life to suicide in July of 2014 a couple of years after a season-ending knee injury. The game was dedicated to her and to eliminating the stigma surrounding mental health, empowering athletes on and off the field, and to promoting the message that mental health is just as important as physical health. (Gallery by Maddy Makin)

Pride Prom 2026

Pride Prom 2026 was held in the McKenny Ballroom from 6:30-9 p.m. Thursday, March 12, 2026. The event featured live music from Wetbody and Exit Ticket, along with a variety of snacks for students. The Pride Prom encouraged students to embrace their identities and let loose with their friends in a fun, safe environment. (Gallery by Owen Cardenas)

Kings Casino 2026

Kings Casino was an event held on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in the Eastern Michigan University Student Center. It was an action-packed night, allowing students to gamble with fake money at games like Texas Hold 'em, roulette and blackjack, along with more casual video games and card games. EMU faculty and staff dealt each table. (Gallery by Kaleb Stanley)

Dean's EduTalk - State of Education & the Role of Public Universities

The Dean's EduTalk featured multiple speakers with experience in education to speak about the role public universities play in the community and how they can improve positive ratings from students. Many of the speakers were from other universities, except for Dr. Aesha Mustafa, who is an Assistant Professor at EMU, and Jazz Parks, who is the Superintendent of Ann Arbor Public Schools. The event took place in the Student Center Ballroom on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026. (Gallery by Owen Cardenas)