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Spam emails plague EMU
(09/08/13 10:05pm)
The act of phishing has been reported campus-wide with more than one victim at Eastern Michigan University.
Multiple options exist for buying textbooks
(09/08/13 10:03pm)
If you’re like me, just hearing the word “textbooks” makes you shudder. For incoming freshman and returning students, one of the most nerve-wracking parts of the back-to-school season is buying textbooks. For freshmen, it is often a new phenomenon, and for everyone else, it’s all about not spending too much money. These days, the textbook business can get away with some high prices because they know students will buy the textbooks they need regardless. Despite this, there are still some easy ways to find lower cost books.
EMU football falls to Penn State, 45-7
(09/08/13 10:01pm)
The Eastern Michigan University football team failed to manufacture an offensive touchdown as it dropped its first game of the season to the Penn State University Nittany Lions, 45-7 at Beaver Stadium in University Park, PA.
EMU women's soccer team loses to Indiana University
(09/08/13 2:14am)
The early season woes continued for the Eastern Michigan University women’s soccer team, as they dropped third consecutive match, losing 1-0 to the Indiana University Hoosiers at Bill Armstrong Stadium in Bloomington, Ind. on Fri. Sept. 6.
EMU hopes for victory over Penn State
(09/06/13 5:49pm)
Coming off a 34-24 season-opening victory over Howard University, the Eastern Michigan University football team will look to stay unbeaten as they travel to University Park, PA, to take on the Penn State Nittany Lions.
Oregon State defeats EMU in women's volleyball
(09/05/13 10:21pm)
The Pacific 12 conference was represented at the Convocation Center for the first time Wednesday night by the Oregon State University Beavers as they came away with a five-set win over the Eastern Michigan University Eagles women’s volleyball team, 27-29, 25-21, 25-17, 24-26, 15-10.
Desmond Howard returns to his alma mater
(09/05/13 12:14am)
When most fans think of the rivalry between the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Michigan Wolverines, one player instantly comes to mind — 1991 Heisman Trophy Winner and current ESPN College Football Analyst Desmond Howard.
Analyzing the News: Handling Michigan’s financial crisis
(09/03/13 10:56pm)
Unfunded pension liabilities have been in the news as of late, as have tales of bankrupted cities and cash-strapped states. The debate has been over which caused the other.
Eastern students come home
(09/03/13 10:54pm)
Over the weekend, students living on campus began moving into the residence halls.
Christian group holds carnival
(09/03/13 10:49pm)
The University Christian Fellowship, at 514 Saint John St., held their fifth annual carnival to welcome incoming students.
Fajita Fest connects students and organizations
(09/03/13 10:45pm)
This year’s annual Fajita Festival saw record numbers of freshman students connecting with all Eastern Michigan University has to offer.
Extreme Couponing
(09/03/13 9:30pm)
Everyone needs to save money when attending college, whether you’re a freshman in a dorm for the first time or a college commuter returning for a degree. College can add extra expenses that require students to manage a tight budget, and saving money on the basics is essential. Most people know or have seen on TV at least one person who seems to have cracked the code for saving tons every time he or she steps into a grocery or retail store. In extreme cases, some savvy shoppers can even reduce their grocery bills from hundreds of dollars to as little as $9.99.
Katie's Craft Corner: Dorm Decorating
(08/28/13 11:47pm)
Decorating and outfitting a room for college, whether it’s a dorm or your own bedroom, means comfort and organization – not easy to accomplish on a budget! Between new clothes, books and other expenses, having a space that feels luxurious and inviting doesn’t have to cost a ton. With a little shopping and a few easy do-it-yourself projects, you’ll have a fun and fabulous space in no time.
Getting rid of your Facebook addiction
(08/28/13 11:45pm)
Summer’s over, and as time had passed, you’d probably been vegging out and gushing over Orange is the New Black, and you hadn’t missed a single bit of your news feed. However, the long-awaited fall semester has started. You’ll be shuffling through a lot at this time: your job, roommate politics, exams, essays, clubs and Greek life. Do you really want a social network to add unnecessary stress to the mix?
Tips for EMU’s freshmen
(08/28/13 11:42pm)
Transitioning from high school to a university can be a huge stressor. There are tips that can make this transition go smoothly, though, both for incoming freshman and students transferring from a community college. Here are some helpful advice and information.
Ways to avoid the famous “freshman 15”
(08/28/13 11:39pm)
“The freshman 15” is a phrase that can elicit horror among college students everywhere. It refers to the weight that some college freshmen gain as a result of partying, overeating and making unhealthy food choices in the school cafeteria.
Students give pros and cons of Greek life
(08/28/13 11:34pm)
Congratulations, you made it. You’re now a freshman or transfer student in college with a plethora of majors to decide from and organizations galore on campus to join.
Speakers celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
(08/28/13 11:22pm)
The 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech was remembered and celebrated by Eastern Michigan University students and faculty on campus when they gathered at the statue of the civil rights pioneer on Wednesday, August 28.
EMU football team holds its Media Day over the weekend
(08/19/13 4:56am)
With the start of the college football season less than two weeks away, there is plenty of excitement and anticipation for the Eastern Michigan University football team’s home opener against the Howard University Bison.
