Eastern Michigan alum publishes debut novel, 'Life is Your Masterpiece'
Eastern Michigan University alum Dave Marz has published a debut novel, “Life is Your Masterpiece."
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Eastern Michigan University alum Dave Marz has published a debut novel, “Life is Your Masterpiece."
Host, Caroline Buxton, and guests, MiRan Bogedain and Ari Thomas, discuss EMU's very own Anime Music Club, including upcoming performances and how to get involved.
Student Eyes and Ears for University Safety, a student-operated group created by Eastern Michigan University's Police Department, is available for students when walking around campus after dark. Currently, SEEUS is looking to hire more EMU students.
This year, Ypsilanti will be one of the newest participants in Recast Leaders, a downtown development program led by DC-based Recast City. As said in a recent press release from Recast City, over 200 cities have participated in the program in 44 states since its founding in 2014.
Looking for something to do this week? The Eastern Echo has its readers covered with this list of upcoming events.
Eastern Michigan University alum Joshua Woodcock is returning to to campus to showcase his most recent film, "One Night in Tokyo."
On Feb. 21, 2026, Jasmine Jones won a bronze medal in the two-woman bobsleigh competition at the Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy. Jones, an alumna of Eastern Michigan University, competed for Team USA alongside pilot Kaillie Armbruster Humphries.
Editor's note: The following article contains references to sexual violence.
At the George Gervin GameAbove Center on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, the Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team stood on the precipice of a historic upset against the nation’s only remaining undefeated Division I team, the No. 21 Miami University RedHawks.
Since the last Eastern Michigan University Dean of Students retired in July, the provost's office has been maintaining the office as the university searched to find the right candidates to fill the position.
Most college students grew up hearing news of school shootings, bomb threats and other public safety concerns happening at schools just like theirs. This creates a lot of anxiety around safety, and being at college away from home can make things seem even scarier. Fortunately, for Eastern Michigan University Students, the Department of Public Safety has provided a free app to ensure student safety on campus.
Since the last Eastern Michigan University Dean of Students retired in July 2025, the provost's office has been maintaining the office as the university searched to find the right candidate to fill the position.
It has been a historic February for the Eastern Michigan University golf programs, as the Mid-American Conference recently announced a clean sweep of weekly honors for the Eagles. On Feb. 20, the conference office named twins Janae and Jasmine Leovao the MAC Women’s Golfers of the Week, while freshman Robby Turnbull secured the Men’s Golfer of the Week accolade. These awards come on the heels of standout performances in California and Alabama, signaling a powerhouse season for both squads as they climb the national rankings.
In a historic display of resilience and offensive power, the Eastern Michigan University lacrosse team secured a landmark 12-9 victory over the University of Oregon on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026.
The Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team faced a difficult road test Saturday, Feb. 21, dropping a 94-75 decision to the University of Toledo Rockets at Savage Arena. Despite a relentless individual performance from standout Mohammad Habhab, the Eagles were unable to overcome a clinical offensive display by the Rockets.
The Eastern Michigan University baseball team traveled to Clarksville, Tennessee, this past weekend for a high-stakes three-game nonconference series against Austin Peay State University. In a series defined by dramatic power displays, late-inning resilience, and a grueling 11-inning marathon, the Eagles, who are 2-6, walked away with one victory and two narrow losses.
The Eastern Michigan University gymnastics team reached new heights this past weekend, delivering its strongest performance of the year at the George Washington Quad meet Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026. Competing inside the Charles E. Smith Center in Washington, D.C., the Eagles secured a second-place finish with a season-high team score of 195.225.
The Eastern Michigan University track and field programs made the short trip to Ann Arbor on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, to compete in the Silverston Invitational. Hosted by the University of Michigan at the U-M Indoor Track Building, the meet served as a final high-stakes tune-up before the conference championships. The Eagles walked away with an individual event win, multiple podium finishes and several personal bests, signaling they are in peak form heading into the postseason.
On Feb. 21, 2026, the Eastern Michigan University women’s basketball team successfully defended the George Gervin GameAbove Center from the University at Buffalo. The Eagles beat the Bulls with a score of 73-63.
In a display of grit and competitive resilience, the Eastern Michigan University tennis team orchestrated a dramatic comeback to defeat Bradley University 4-3 on Feb. 20, 2026. Competing at the Chippewa Club in Ypsilanti, the Eagles overcame a daunting 1-3 deficit by winning three consecutive three-set singles matches to secure the victory. This hard-fought win improved EMU’s season record to 9-3, continuing one of the most successful starts in the program's history.