Pierce Hall to house EMU College of Business
(01/21/26 1:00pm)
This semester, Pierce Hall will undergo renovations to house Eastern Michigan University's College of Business.
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EMU student petition urges university to remove MLK Luncheon speaker
(01/16/26 7:00pm)
The organization Students for Justice in Palestine at Eastern Michigan University has started a petition to remove the former White House press secretary for the Biden administration, Karine Jean-Pierre, as the guest speaker at EMU's upcoming MLK President's Luncheon.
No gun found in car of driver shot, killed by police in Ypsilanti
(01/15/26 1:35am)
There was no firearm recovered in the car of a driver who was shot and killed by police in Ypsilanti after fleeing officers in a vehicle.
Eastern Michigan soars past NIU Huskies 77-59 after dominant second-half display
(01/14/26 2:45am)
In a Mid-American Conference showdown at the George Gervin GameAbove Center, the Eastern Michigan Eagles who have a record of 9-9 and 3-3 MAC delivered a dominant second-half performance to soar past the Northern Illinois Huskies who have a record of 5-11 and 1-4 MAC with a 77-59 victory. The Tuesday night contest, held before a crowd of 1,749 fans, saw the Eagles turn a razor-thin halftime lead into a decisive double-digit win, marking their third consecutive victory over the Huskies.
#10 Jon Sanders II looking for a pass
(01/19/26 6:27pm)
No. 10 Jon Sanders II of Eastern Michigan University's men's basketball team, looking for a pass in the game against Northern Illinois University on Jan. 13, 2026, in the George Gervin GameAbove Center.
5 secondhand stores within 5 miles of campus to check out this semester
(01/23/26 1:00pm)
The new year inspires change in many people, including students at Eastern Michigan University. For some, that may mean a wardrobe makeover, but an overhaul of that nature can be costly.
Ypsilanti residents, officials respond, raise questions after 30-hour barricade incident
(01/12/26 6:00pm)
Editor's note: This story has been updated at 9:02 p.m. on Jan. 12, 2026, to include a statement from Washtenaw County Metro Dispatch and information about 911 dispatch calls regarding the West Cross Street location.
How well do you know EMU campus? Campus locations quiz
(01/11/26 9:25pm)
How well do you know the Eastern Michigan University campus? Test your knowledge with this campus photo puzzle.
Western Michigan’s second-half surge halts Eastern Michigan in Kalamazoo, 79-62
(01/11/26 4:45am)
For the first 20 minutes on the afternoon of Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, the Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team appeared to have the momentum necessary to claim a critical Mid-American Conference road victory. However, a late offensive explosion by Western Michigan University erased a halftime deficit and sent the Eagles home with a 79-62 loss at University Arena.
The WellNest Watch: Get a heavier coat! This winter will be different
(01/18/26 5:00pm)
Editor's note: In The WellNest Watch, master's degree candidates in the public health program at EMU's School of Health Promotion and Human Performance explore news, research and standard practices in the field of health and wellness.
What's the Move? Jan. 13-19
(01/13/26 1:00pm)
Welcome back to campus, Eagles! As the semester begins, there is no shortage of interesting events to attend in Ypsilanti.
'Teed it up perfectly': EMU prepares for presidential transition
(02/20/26 1:00pm)
Editor's note: This story has been updated on Feb. 20, 2026, to correct the data EMU President James Smith's term ends. This story was also updated to include newly available information about Smith's contract, including details about his faculty status and administrative leave.
The WellNest Watch: Making our voices heard, why local elections matter for our schools, communities and public health
(01/25/26 1:00pm)
Editor's note: In The WellNest Watch, master's degree candidates in EMU's College of Health of Human Services explore news, research and standard practices in the field of health and wellness.
MLK Statue 2026 2
(01/13/26 6:15pm)
A bust of Martin Luther King Jr., created by Eastern Michigan University art student Nancy Sippel, was unveiled on January 15, 1990, during the university's Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations. The bust now resides in a plaza between Welch Hall and Boone Hall on campus.
7 years in, NCAA green lights quarterback Noah Kim’s return to EMU football
(01/08/26 1:50pm)
The Eastern Michigan University football program received the news that the NCAA granted starting quarterback Noah Kim an extension of eligibility waiver. This decision allows Kim to return to the Eagles for the 2026 season, providing much-needed stability and veteran leadership to a program looking to return to bowl contention. Kim, who turned 24 in December, will enter his seventh year of college football as a graduate student.
Civic education, media literacy suffer in Michigan as state FOIA laws rank last in U.S.
(01/24/26 1:00pm)
Editor's note: This article was written in conjunction with the Michigan Press Association's Trott Foundation Fellowship Program. Ameera Salman was selected as a fellow for the program in 2025.
EMU to recognize MLK Day with week-long celebration
(01/13/26 7:00pm)
Eastern Michigan University is set to recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a week of celebrations across campus.
Process of FOIA: The unseen work of government transparency
(01/11/26 5:00pm)
Editor's note: This article was written in conjunction with the Michigan Press Association's Trott Foundation Fellowship Program. Lilly Kujawski was selected as a fellow for the program in 2025.
EMU dominates the interior in 74-52 victory over Ball State, largest point margin in recent history
(01/07/26 3:11am)
The Eastern Michigan University Eagles soared to new heights in their latest conference clash, beating a long-time rival during their Jan. 6, 2026 performance that rewrote the record books for a series dating back to 1947. By securing a commanding 74-52 win, the Eagles recorded the largest margin of victory in the rivalry's history, delivering a definitive statement that evened their conference record and showcased their dominance on the hardwood against Ball State University.
Ohio overcomes 20-point deficit to defeat Eastern Michigan on buzzer-beater
(01/04/26 4:00am)
In a Mid-American Conference matchup defined by a significant second-half scoring shift, Ohio University defeated Eastern Michigan University 68-67 Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, at the George Gervin GameAbove Center. The Bobcats secured the win on a 30-foot three-pointer as time expired, despite the Eagles leading for nearly 35 minutes of the contest.
