Student Press Freedom Day was an event the Eastern Echo held on February 26, 2026. The event featured 2 guest speakers, Joyce Jenereaux and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Stephen Henderson, both of whom worked for the Detroit Free Press. The event was held in an auditorium in Pray-Harrold at Eastern Michigan University. (Gallery by Kaleb Stanley)
The Eastern Michigan University men's basketball team went up against Miami University on Tuesday, Feb. 24 2026, losing against the RedHawks 74-64. (Gallery by Courtney Prielipp)
After the death of a mathematician and father, "Proof" explored grief, family history, and math proofs in the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama written by David Auburn and directed in EMU's theatre by Meriah Sage. "Proof" ran in Judy Sturgis Hill's Sponberg Theatre from Feb. 19 to Feb. 22, 2026. (Gallery by Max Taylor)
Joy Fest was held on Wednesday, Feb. 18, in Room 100 of the Porter College of Education. It featured lots of food for students to enjoy, in addition to multiple activity tables to inspire joy! Students also had a chance to learn about volunteer opportunities via the tables set up just outside the room, once they were done enjoying all the fun activities inside. (Gallery by Owen Cardenas)
EagleCon 2026 is an annually-held convention at Eastern Michigan University, representing the diverse fandoms that EMU students are a part of. EagleCon is held in the EMU Student Center Ballroom, this year being held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. (Gallery by Kaleb Stanley)
Eastern Michigan University emerged victorious 9-7 in the fast-paced women's lacrosse game against Xavier University on Feb. 14, 2026. (Gallery by Maddy Makin)
On Feb. 12, 2026, WEMU, Eastern Michigan University's National Public Radio jazz and blues radio station, celebrated its relocation from King Hall to Halle Library with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. WEMU staff and Eastern Michigan University President James Smith cut the ribbon in front of WEMU's new office, located on the ground floor of the Halle Library across from the computer lab. Smith said the change comes as a much-needed upgrade, with all new improvements to the individual office spaces, physical media library and equipment. (Gallery by Courtney Prielipp)Read more: WEMU Celebrates new office in Halle Library
On Feb. 13, 2026, Eastern Michigan University's Disability Revolution Club hosted a panel discussing disability and relationships. The panel opened with an introduction from Dwight Hamilton, the Chief Access and Opportunity Officer at Eastern. Panelists answered questions on how the university could work toward inclusivity and accessibility at campus events before moving on to discussing misconceptions on disability and sexuality while also offering insight and advice on navigating relationships in a fulfilling way as disabled person. Main topics included self-advocacy and open communication in all types of relationships. (Gallery by Maddy Makin)
The Be Your Own Valentine silent disco was hosted by the Office of Access and Opportunity for students to practice self-love in preparation for Valentine's Day. The event featured enough food for over 200 people, which included pizza and breadsticks from Little Caesars, an assortment of fruit, meatballs, chips, and queso. The event also featured a mocktail station for students to enjoy while they danced to music mixed by two DJs. The silent disco took place in the Student Center Ballroom on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026. (Gallery by Owen Cardenas)
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)
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