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On April 1, 2026, around 6:50 p.m., a driver had a medical emergency on campus that caused her to accelerate and crash into a lamp post in the Pease student parking lot, which is at the corner of West Forest Avenue and College Place near Pease Auditorium.
On April 1, 2026, Brendan Kelly officially assumed office as the 24th president of Eastern Michigan University, marking a significant moment for the institution as it welcomes back one of its own. A two-time EMU graduate, Kelly’s return represents both a homecoming and a new chapter in the university’s leadership.
At Eastern Michigan University, success in athletics is often measured by wins and statistics, but this season has proven that excellence extends far beyond the scoreboard. Across multiple programs, EMU student-athletes have demonstrated that elite performance can coexist with academic achievement, leadership and record-breaking accomplishments. This article highlights the standout individuals and moments over the last four weeks that define the department’s pursuit of all-around greatness, showcasing how Eagles athletes are setting the gold standard both in competition and in the classroom.
Eastern Michigan University officially launched its 2026 outdoor track and field season with a strategic split-squad effort during the weekend of March 26-28. The team divided its roster between the Hurricane Collegiate Invitational in Coral Gables, Florida, and the prestigious Raleigh Relays in Raleigh, North Carolina. This ambitious opening schedule allowed the Eagles to test their mettle against diverse and high-level competition, ultimately yielding a combined total of 22 personal bests and seven marks that now rank within the program's all-time top 10.
On Saturday, March 28, 2026, the Eastern Michigan University lacrosse team traveled to Akron, Ohio, for a pivotal Mid-American Conference showdown against the University of Akron Zips. In a series that has become defined by razor-thin margins, this meeting followed the trend, with Akron securing a 10-9 victory. The loss brings the Eagles' overall record to 7-5 and 2-1 in the MAC, while Akron remains atop the conference standings at 3-0.
The Eastern Michigan University men’s golf team recently tested its mettle against some of the premier programs in collegiate golf, concluding the 57th edition of The Goodwin on March 28. Held at the scenic yet challenging Stanford Golf Course in Stanford, California, the three-day event served as the capstone to a busy West Coast swing for the Eagles. The tournament featured a par-70 layout spanning 6,742 yards, demanding precision and consistency from every participant.
The atmosphere at Oestrike Stadium was nothing short of electric this past weekend as the Eastern Michigan University baseball team completed a dominant three-game sweep of rival Central Michigan University. The sweep, which marks the first time the Eagles have taken three straight from the Chippewas since 1983, has propelled EMU to a six-game winning streak — the longest active streak in the Mid-American Conference (MAC) and tied for the fifth-longest in the nation.
On March 27, 2026, the Eastern Michigan women’s tennis team took on the Buffalo Bulls at The Chippewa Club in Ypsilanti, Michigan, where they lost 6-1. The Eagles now set their sights on their next matchup against the Ball State Cardinals in Muncie, Indiana, April 3, 2026.
A dead snowman in the streets of EMU
Protestors hold up handmade signs at the third "No Kings" protest in Ypsilanti on March 28, 2026.
A protester holds a sign that reads, "The Constitution is not optional" at the third "No Kings" rally March 28, 2026
Thousands rally at the third "No Kings" protest March 28, 2026.
Thousands of protesters showed up to downtown Ypsilanti for the third national No Kings event, bearing instruments, costumes and handmade signs.
Nina Freeman and Eva Orlich Rojas have been elected president and vice president in the 2026 Eastern Michigan University Student Government election with 55% of the vote, according to unofficial election results sent to The Eastern Echo by Student Government Co-Adviser Leigh Greden and submitted by Election Commissioner Max Butler.
Anthony Thaxton talks with student Ella Kosenesky about EMU's Evergreen A Cappella club.
Crystal Skull Studio, founded by Cherish Baser 10 years ago, is an inclusive hair salon that specializes in curly hair, alternative styles and vivid colors.
Amid an ongoing outbreak in the area, the Washtenaw County Health Department has confirmed a seventh case of measles March 25, 2026, and identified a new exposure location.
Looking for some creative events in Washtenaw County? Check out these local arts events featured in the March 31, 2026, issue of Roots, the collaborative monthly arts and entertainment magazine between Cellar Roots and The Eastern Echo.
Voting for this year's Student Government election at Eastern Michigan University opened March 25, 2026, stated an email sent by the university's communications department Wednesday morning. All currently enrolled students are eligible to vote using the link at the top of their my.emich.edu home pages. Voting will close at 8 p.m. Thursday, March 26.
In a display of resilience at Oestrike Stadium on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, the Eastern Michigan University baseball team rallied from a deep mid-game deficit to stun Youngstown State University with an 8-7 walk-off win. The victory marks the first time this season the Eagles have put together a three-game winning streak, a feat the program had not achieved since sweeping the University of Akron in March 2025.
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