Eastern Michigan University Gymnastics went up against Central Michigan University for its annual Purple Meet on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026 falling to the Chippewas by just 2.55 points. (Gallery by Bradan Copeland)
Eastern Michigan University women's basketball went up against Arkansas State University on Saturday, Feb. 7 2026, winning in double overtime 76-73 at the George Gervin GameAbove Center. (Gallery by Bradan Copeland)
Tour Around Palestine was an event meant to show off the culture of Palestine and embrace its history. The event was a collaboration of Students for Justice in Palestine from seven different colleges: Michigan State University, Wayne State University, University of Michigan, University of Michigan Dearborn, University of Michigan Flint, University of Detroit Mercy, and Eastern Michigan University. The event was held in the Student Center of Eastern Michigan University on Friday, Feb. 6 2026. (Gallery be Lee Hammock)
To build community during turbulent times, Michigan Student Association Washtenaw held an event titled "Art As Resistance" to bring community together, enjoy the arts, and decompress. The event was held on Saturday, Jan. 31 2026 at the Riverside Arts Center and featured many local performers and artists. (Gallery by Lee Hammock)
Student art pieces across a variety of mediums were displayed at the 2026 Intermedia Gallery Group's Annual Juried Art Show, held in the gallery at the Ford building from Jan. 26 - Mar. 20, 2026. (Gallery by Maddy Makin)
On Jan. 30, 2026, the Honors College hosted the 2026 Queer Talks. The event began with a presentation on Wellness within the LGBTQ community from keynote speaker Dr. Caroline R. Callaway, who was then followed by additional presentations, including discussions from Jade Traska, Owen Cardenas, and Sophie Lowe who each highlighted different aspects of the LGBTQ community. Jade Traska delivered a speech on art as a form of activism, noting the AIDS Memorial Quilt as a significant historical example. Owen Cardenas followed this presentation with a Zine and accompanying discussion on cultural influences on gender identity. Sophie Lowe then gave a presentation on the underrepresentation of LGBTQ community members in STEM. Queer Talks concluded with a drag show, hosted by local drag queen Lyrica and featured additional performances from Xiao Ghossty, Fruit Fly, Dullahan, Aurelia Aura, Sirgin, and Kimani Roldan. (Gallery by Maddy Makin)
Sexapalooza at EMU hosted various student organizations to inform students on how to practice safe sex, as well as teach them about HIV/AIDS and treatments in a positive and accepting environment. The event took place in the Student Center Ballroom on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026. (Gallery by Owen Cardenas and Annabelle Favre)
The Eastern Michigan University Gymnastics team faced Wilberforce University for the first time in program history on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2026, taking the victory with a 36.550 point lead over Wilberforce with a total of 191.575 points across vault, bars, beam and floor. (Gallery by Max Taylor)
The Eastern Michigan University women's basketball team achieved victory ending 72-62 at their afternoon game against Northern Illinois University on Jan 24, 2026, at the George Gervin GameAbove Center. (Gallery by Bradan Copeland and Maddy Makin)
Eastern Michigan University's men's basketball lost in double overtime 76-75 against Kent State University in a neck and neck game on Jan. 24, 2026 at the George Gervin GameAbove Center. (Gallery by Bradan Copeland and Maddy Makin)
Cocoa & Cards: Winter Bingo Night was hosted by the Honors College and Bingo Club in Room 107 of the Honors College on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026. The event featured an assortment of snacks, including a variety of chips, some cookies, and of course hot cocoa. The event also featured a variety of small prizes and three big prizes of gift baskets for the big bingo winners. (Gallery by Owen Cardenas)
The Japanese Student Association held an event for the New Year in Eastern Michigan University's McKenny Hall on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026. The event showcased Japanese culture and featured multiple traditional Japanese activities such as Kendama, Omikuji and a traditional Japanese dish to try. (Gallery by Kaleb Stanley)
The EMU women's basketball team won against Toledo 76-71 on Jan. 20, 2026, at the George Gervin GameAbove Center. (Gallery by Bradan Copeland)
On January 19, 2026, Eastern Michigan University students and staff gathered outside of Boone Hall to honor and discuss the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for Martin Luther King Day. The ceremony began with speakers reflecting on the life and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. before the ceremonial wreath was placed on the statue. The ceremony concluded with a fraternity chant sung by the members of Eastern Michigan University's chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha. Following this, later in the day, former White House Press Secretary, current spokesperson and author Karine Jean-Pierre hosted a book signing event at Eastern Michigan University's Student Center. There, she signed copies of her memoir "Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines." (Gallery by Maddy Makin)
EMU honors students and faculty ran the Honors College Pancake Breakfast together in room 107 at the Honors College on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026. The breakfast included a variety of pancakes, such as cinnamon apple, blueberry, chocolate chip and plain in addition to toppings of butter, syrup and even whipped cream. The Honors College hosts a pancake breakfast once every month, so there will be many more opportunities for free pancakes in the future. (Gallery by Owen Cardenas)
The Eastern Michigan University Eagles won against the Northern Illinois University Huskies 77-59 for their men's basketball game held in the George Gervin GameAbove Center on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026. (Gallery by Bradan Copeland)
WinterFest is an event held annually to advertise Eastern Michigan University's student-run organizations to new and current students. Clubs and organizations sprawled through the EMU Student Center Ballroom on Jan. 15, 2026, also featuring a cookie decorating station outside the room. (Gallery by Kaleb Stanley)
To help students wind down between finals, Campus Life hosts Finals Lounges in the EMU Student Center where students can relax, often find snacks, and enjoy fun activities. On Thursday December 18 2025, Campus Life hosted the EMU Police Department and featured therapy dogs from Therapaws. Some of the featured snacks included various pastries, chocolate cake, Teddy Grahams, and more. (Gallery by Lee Hammock)
To help students wind down between finals, Campus Life hosts Finals Lounges in the Student Center where students can relax, find snacks, and enjoy fun activities. On Tuesday December 16 2025, Campus Life had a bagel bar, board games, and hosted Bingo at EMU. The day was filled with fun, relaxation, and prizes. (Gallery by Lee Hammock)
The Vision and Vibes event existed for students to create handmade vision boards with the option to enter a raffle once completed. Materials were set out by the hosts which were CORE, LGBTRC, and WRC and featured refreshments like hot cocoa for students to enjoy while crafting. The event took place on the first floor of the Eastern Michigan University Student Center on Wednesday, Dec 10, 2025. (Gallery by Owen Cardenas)
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