EMU alumna Sally Wright Day to be inducted into Eastern Echo Hall of Fame
On April 2, 2026, The Eastern Echo will induct Sally Wright Day, along with two other Echo alumni, into The Eastern Echo Hall of Fame during its annual Student Media Gala.
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On April 2, 2026, The Eastern Echo will induct Sally Wright Day, along with two other Echo alumni, into The Eastern Echo Hall of Fame during its annual Student Media Gala.
In today’s political climate, freedom of speech is a hot topic, especially on college campuses.
In mid-March each year, Sunshine Week recognizes the importance of an open government and the public’s right to information.
The Eastern Michigan University gymnastics team traveled to Kent, Ohio, on Sunday, March 15, 2026, for a final regular-season showdown against Mid-American Conference rival Kent State University. While the Eagles ultimately fell to the Golden Flashes with a final score of 195.875-194.150, the afternoon was far from a loss in terms of momentum. Highlighting the meet was a record-breaking performance on the balance beam and a career-defining day for Kyrie Lowe, signaling that Eastern is peaking at exactly the right time for the postseason.
The Eastern Michigan University baseball program traveled to Muncie, Indiana, for a high-stakes three-game road series against the Ball State University Cardinals from March 13 to March 15, 2026. This series, hosted at Shebek Stadium, proved to be a significant challenge for the Eagles, who ultimately concluded the weekend with an 0-3 record after failing to outperform their hosts across all three contests. While the final results were not in their favor, the series featured several explosive offensive displays and record-breaking individual performances from the Eastern Michigan roster.
The Eastern Michigan University tennis team traveled to Amherst, Massachusetts, on Sunday, March 15, 2026, to face off against the University of Massachusetts Amherst in what was a milestone meeting for the Mid-American Conference. The matchup, held at the Bay Road Indoor Tennis Center, marked the first-ever meeting between the Eagles and the Minutewomen.
The Eastern Michigan University swim team traded the chill of Ypsilanti for the Florida sun as they closed out their 2025-26 campaign this past week. Competing at the 2026 College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America National Invitational Championships, the Eagles traveled to the F.A.S.T. Facility in Ocala, Florida, for a three-day meet from March 12-14, 2026. The event served as the final chapter of a long season, and the Eagles made sure to leave their mark on the program's history books before heading home.
Chloé Gray began dancing at the age of six. Now, she works to bring supportive, empowering dance instruction to others.
The Eastern Michigan University Student Government will hold a public forum for presidential and vice presidential candidates on March 18, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The event will take place in room 352 of the Student Center, according to the Student Government website.
Joshua Nieman talks with Eastern Michigan University president-elect Brendan Kelly about his background, life around the country and the importance of adaptability.
One confirmed case and one suspect case of measles have been identified in Washtenaw County, both in unvaccinated individuals.
The Eastern Michigan University lacrosse team made history Saturday afternoon, March 14, 2026, by delivering a comprehensive performance in its first-ever home Mid-American Conference opener. Facing off against Kent State University at Scicluna Field, the Eagles (6-4, 1-0 MAC) snapped a two-game slide with a decisive 12-6 victory over the Golden Flashes (4-4, 0-1 MAC). The win was marked by a relentless offensive attack in the first half and a record-setting defensive stand that stifled any hopes of a Kent State comeback.
The atmosphere in Ann Arbor on Friday, March 13, 2026 was charged with elite energy as the Eastern Michigan Eagles stepped onto the floor for a high-stakes tri-meet. This specific competition was a whirlwind addition to the Eagles' calendar, having only been added to the official schedule the previous Thursday. Despite the rapid turnaround, the Eagles showed no signs of fatigue or intimidation when facing off against No. 1 Oklahoma and No. 9 Michigan. The Sooners of Oklahoma ultimately took the top spot with a dominant 197.925, and the Michigan Wolverines followed with a 197.100, leaving Eastern Michigan to finish third with a commendable 195.025. For the Eagles, however, the night was less about the final ranking and more about the quality of their execution against top opposition.
From March 9–11, 2026, the Jones Natatorium in Ypsilanti became the focal point for the National Collegiate Athletic Association Zone C Diving Championships. Hosting an event of this magnitude is a significant undertaking for the Eastern Michigan University athletic department, drawing in over 100 elite divers from various high-profile institutions. The competition featured a rigorous three-day schedule.
The Eastern Michigan University tennis team opened its Mid-American Conference season with a high-stakes home match against Northern Illinois University on Friday, March 13, 2026. Entering the contest with a respectable 9-5 overall record, the Eagles were looking to defend their home turf at the Chippewa Club in Ypsilanti. However, the visiting Huskies, who boasted a formidable 14-3 record coming into the day, proved to be a difficult hurdle in a match that came down to the final individual pairings.
More than 300 students from every college at Eastern Michigan University will present at the university's 46th annual Undergraduate Symposium, hosted by the College of Arts and Sciences on March 27, 2026. Amy Bearinger, the event coordinator, said that several students involved with the event are scheduled to present multiple projects in collaboration with the departmental faculty members with whom they have chosen to work.
Eastern Michigan University alumus Nathan Bomey is set to be inducted into The Eastern Echo Hall of Fame at The Echo's Student Media Gala and Hall of Fame Banquet on April 2, 2026.
Morgan Porter, a performer in EMU theatre's upcoming musical theatre cabaret "Good Vibes Only!", tells host, Caroline Buxton, about the show and their role in it.
Looking for something to do this week in Ypsilanti? Check out some of these local events taking place March 17-23, 2026.
The Washtenaw County Health Department has reported a second suspected case of measles on March 12, 2026. On March 11, measles was identified in an unvaccinated adult.