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Bike Ypsi participating in national Ride of Silence
In the United States, roughly 100 people each day die in car accidents. Teenagers are regularly warned of the dangers of the road in driver’s education, yet what is often left unsaid are the dangers that drivers pose not to each other, but to bicyclists. Nationally, over 700 bicyclists die each year while out on a ride.
Matt on Music: Vampire Weekend
Vampire Weekend’s second album, “Contra,” opened with “Horchata,” a calypso-influenced ditty that stated, “Winter’s cold is too much to handle.”
Spring delivers fun new clothing trends
Time to peel off those layers of sweaters and past season woes and break out for spring. The season has brought many exciting trends. Some of these trends we’ve seen before, others are still working their way into our wardrobes and some of us have no clue what they are. In no particular order, here are some of this season’s top trends.
Summer residents can look forward to lots of events
All the folks staying in Ypsilanti this spring and summer, don’t fret. There is plenty to do in Ypsilanti and its surrounding areas; all you have to do is look around. Whether you’re a fan of fitness, community service, music, art or simply entertainment, there’s something for everyone.
Student author makes powerful statements about love
For university student Natasha Williams, 22, of Detroit, Mich., writing has always served as a vessel to transform her inner struggles into written narratives that are incredibly honest and mirrors real-life obstacles. The loss of her grandfather at the age of 12 would become the start of her liberating self-expressions with pen and paper, guiding her to this moment as a first time author.
Matt on Music: "Wussy Duo"
This year, Record Store Day fell on April 20th, which meant that the day meant a lot to more than just one group of people.
How to have a productive summer
Every summer there are college students who waste their summer “chilling” and not being productive. Your college years are the years meant to prepare you for the real working world. Take the time to work on your personal skill sets and don’t just allow the summer to just simply be a personal vacation. Just remember everything that you do today will affect your future. Here are eight things you can do during your summer vacation that will benefit you after graduation.
Things to consider when job hunting
Now that school is out, it’s usually the time for broke college students to find a job fast. Whether you are just looking for a part-time job for the summer or a full-time job to pay your bills, there are a lot of things to consider when job hunting.
Grand Rapids band creates unique sound
“Everything from Bach to rock,” is cited as an influence on Grand Rapids band The Outer Vibe’s Facebook page. Consisting of Eastern Michigan Universitry alum Nick Hosford on lead guitar, Sean Zee on vocals, Lisa Kacos on the trumpet and keys, Andrew “Wonder” Dornoff on bass and Jeff Brems on drums, The Outer Vibe is pairing pop and rock like it’s never been done before.
‘Happiness can always conquer it’
Though Sadeepa Munasinghe, an Eastern Michigan University alumna with a degree in simulation, animation and gaming, has her face forced into a permanent smile, her overwhelming kindness and warm joy are caused by her genuine happiness.
Katie's Craft Corner: Group gifts
The end of winter semester is finally here – time to study like crazy for finals, figure out your fall schedule and say goodbye to friends on campus. Whether or not you’re graduating this spring, group gifts are a great way to top off the school year. Below are three ideas for fast, fun and easy projects for you and your closest pals.