Local friendship and self-love events for Valentine's Day
(02/09/26 9:00pm)
While Valentine's Day is often considered a holiday for couples, that doesn't mean those without a partner can't join in on the festivities.
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The Echo Q&A Series: English professor writes across the curriculum, into the community
(03/05/26 1:00pm)
Editor's note: The Eastern Echo staff meets regularly with interesting people on and off campus. Engage in those conversations with us through our Q&A reports.
Eagles soar to historic victory in inaugural meeting with Wilberforce
(01/30/26 5:30pm)
The Eastern Michigan University gymnastics team continued its 2025 campaign with a resounding home victory on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2026, in Ypsilanti, Mich. Facing Wilberforce University for the first time in program history, the Eagles delivered a dominant performance, securing a 191.575–155.025 win. This matchup not only marked the first meeting between the two schools but also established a significant 36.550-point margin of victory that now stands as the benchmark for this burgeoning rivalry.
Intermedia Gallery Group opens Annual Juried Student Show
(02/05/26 1:00pm)
The Intermedia Gallery Group at Eastern Michigan University opened its Annual Juried Student Show Monday, Jan. 26, 2026.
Sexapalooza event encourages students to have conversations about sex
(02/02/26 5:00pm)
On Jan. 28, 2026, the Multicultural Greek Council, in partnership with the Women’s Resource Center and Campus Life, hosted Sexapalooza in the Eastern Michigan University Student Center.
EMU LGBTRC offers resources amid director change
(02/13/26 1:00pm)
Editor's note: Due to safety concerns, the graduate and undergraduate employees at Eastern Michigan University's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Resource Center do not permit the publishing of their last names. Out of respect for these workers, this information has been omitted from this story.
Twin Bird Yarn & Notions opens, builds community through yarn crafts
(03/04/26 1:00pm)
Ypsilanti has welcomed a new yarn craft store, one with a vision rooted in healing and connection. Twin Bird Yarn & Notions opened Nov. 1, 2025, and has since been dedicated to building community through yarn crafts.
What's the Move? Feb. 3-9
(02/03/26 1:00pm)
Looking for something to do around town this week? Check out The Eastern Echo's list of upcoming events in Ypsilanti.
Eastern Michigan University gains new haunted helper with Guinnevere the Ghost
(03/06/26 1:00pm)
Editor's note: Guinnevere the Ghost is a persona and art project developed by an Eastern Michigan University student. Because the project depends on a sense of anonymity behind the persona, the editors of The Echo agreed to respect that anonymity for the purposes of this interview with Guinnevere the Ghost.
Eagles grounded in Mount Pleasant: CMU dominates 210th rivalry meeting
(01/28/26 3:32am)
In a matchup that began as a gritty, back-and-forth defensive struggle, the Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team ultimately saw the game slip away in the second half, falling 100-65 to rival Central Michigan University on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026.
Students gear up for Eagle-Con 2026
(02/07/26 5:00pm)
Fandoms, gamers and anime lovers around the community are gearing up for Eagle-Con 2026.
Downing Hall residents temporarily relocated after flooding
(01/27/26 11:00am)
Multiple students have been temporarily relocated to other residence halls after flooding in Eastern Michigan University's Downing Hall.
Eagle Watch | Jan. 18-25
(01/26/26 5:00pm)
Editor's note: The Eastern Echo is introducing Eagle Watch, a new column featuring athletes to pay attention to across all Eastern Michigan University sports disciplines. Check back each week for a new Eagle Watch!
Eagle Sports Tips & Tales | Jan. 27- Feb. 2
(01/27/26 1:00am)
Get ready, Eagle fans! From Jan. 27 to Feb. 2, 2026, the Eastern Michigan University athletic calendar is bursting with high-stakes rivalries, historical milestones and road-trip adventures. Whether heading to the Geroge Gervin GameAbove Center or tuning in from home, here are the tips and tales needed to navigate this exciting week of sports.
Dominant dives highlight EMU’s battle with Ball State despite loss
(01/25/26 5:20am)
The Eastern Michigan University swim and dive programs returned to Jones Natatorium in Ypsilanti on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, for a competitive conference matchup against Ball State University. Despite a series of impressive individual performances and a dominant showing on the diving boards, the Eagles fell to the Cardinals with a final score of 166.5 to 133.5. The contest marked the 40th meeting between these two programs in a series history that dates back to Jan. 14, 1978.
Eagles dominate Bowen Field House at 3rd annual Bob Parks Memorial
(01/25/26 5:17am)
The Eastern Michigan University track and field programs returned to their home turf this Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, to host the third annual Bob Parks Memorial at Bowen Field House. It was a day defined by high emotion and elite performance as the Eagles honored their graduating class while setting a string of wins and collegiate personal bests.
Eagles tested against elite field at Air Force Quad
(01/25/26 5:19am)
The Eastern Michigan University gymnastics team hit the road Friday, Jan. 23, 2026, traveling to the Air Force Academy to compete in the Air Force Quad Meet inside Cadet West Gym in the USAF Academy, Colorado. Facing a strong field that included Boise State, Kent State, and host Air Force, the Eagles finished third with a team score of 193.750. Air Force captured the meet title at 195.225, Boise State followed in second at 194.050, and Kent State rounded out the field with a 193.150. The result pushed Eastern to 5-2 overall, while keeping the Eagles perfect in MAC competition at 2-0.
Eagles fall in double-overtime heartbreaker to Kent State
(01/25/26 5:19am)
In a high-stakes battle at the George Gervin GameAbove Center, Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, the Eastern Michigan University men's basketball team fell just one point short in a 76-75 double-overtime loss to Kent State University. The narrow defeat marks the Eagles' third consecutive loss to the Golden Flashes, moving their season record to 9-11 overall and 3-5 in Mid-American Conference play. In a contest defined by its intensity, the game saw 12 lead changes and was tied nine times, keeping fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer.
Motor City MACtion: Eagles set to trade The Factory for Ford Field
(01/25/26 5:00pm)
The gray turf of Rynearson Stadium has seen its share of battles, but in 2026, the Eastern Michigan University Eagles are taking their toughest rivalry to the brightest stage in the state.
Eastern Michigan University expands loan repayment program, includes more majors
(02/06/26 5:00pm)
Incoming freshmen at Eastern Michigan University for the fall 2026 semester will have an opportunity to take part in EMU’s Loan Repayment Assistance Program.
