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Echo Q&A Series: Jesse Siordia flags Eastern as a great place for a women's football program

By Olivia Angel · Monday, Oct. 19, 2026

Flag football head coach Jesse Siordia talks about bringing the sport to Eastern Michigan University.

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'Spooky Scary Politics: A Stand-Up Night' combines politics and comedy on campus

By Hannah Borders · Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026

Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist and EMU student Katie George performed stand-up comedy acts at "Spooky Scary Politics: A Stand-Up Night" hosted by Eastern Votes.

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EMU announces location changes for Oct. 16 homecoming events

By Lelaina MacDonald · Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026

An email was sent out Thursday, Oct. 15 concerning changes to EMU's Homecoming weekend events.

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EMU party safety event teaches how to spot alcohol poisoning, access emergency services

By Kate Stephenson · Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026

The Oct. 14 “Party Safely” event hosted by Eastern Michigan University's Feminism for All Beings club included a discussion that covered medical amnesty, methods for helping highly intoxicated peers, fraternity safety expectations, police services and personal safety devices.

EMU officials say Ocasio-Cortez not expected to visit campus Friday

By Lilly Kujawski · Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026

U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, is not scheduled to visit Eastern Michigan University's campus on Friday, Oct. 16, despite some reports that she would host a rally to support Michigan U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed's campaign.

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Mind the sign: reserved spots require premium pass

By Lelaina MacDonald · Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026

Reserved parking spots on Eastern Michigan University's campus are now available for students and staff.

Homecoming 2026 promises something old and something new

By Bilal Ahmed · Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026

What to expect for Eastern Michigan University's 2026 homecoming celebration.

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Homecoming Week events at a glance

By Lelaina MacDonald · Monday, Oct. 12, 2026

Eastern Michigan University will offer several homecoming events for students, staff and alumni.

The Eastern Echo reports phishing hack, advises caution with suspicious messages

By Eastern Echo Staff · Monday, Oct. 5, 2026

On Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, one of The Eastern Echo email addresses, editor@easternecho.com, was hacked, sending unauthorized messages to various contacts and recent recipients around 2 p.m.

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EMU to host Cultural Expo! event Oct. 3

By Lelaina MacDonald · Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026

On Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026, Eastern Michigan University's International Student Association is holding Cultural Expo!, an event intended to celebrate different cultures and educate students about them.

Kyle Snyder stands in front of several computer monitor screens in the dispatch center, where a glowing green light illuminates the background.

EMU overhauls 24-hour dispatch center

By Sam Peterson · Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026

Eastern Michigan University is overhauling its 24-hour dispatch center to become safer and more effective.

Eagle Sports Tips and Tales | Sept. 14-20

By Jeffrey Ellingsworth · Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026

What to look out for in this week of sports at Eastern Michigan University, from historical tales to practical game day tips.

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EMU to honor 25th anniversary of 9/11 with Day of Remembrance

By Lilly Kujawski · Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026

In honor of the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Eastern Michigan University will hold a Day of Remembrance, including a ceremony at the on-campus memorial.

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EMU LGBTQ resource center to welcome students back to campus with BBQueer

By Hannah Borders · Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026

Eastern Michigan University's LGBTRC hosts BBQueer as a welcome back event every year. This year's event is on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026.

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RAD self defense class for women returns to EMU

By Lelaina MacDonald · Monday, Sept. 7, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University Department of Public Safety is holding a women's self defense class this September.

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Student organizations rebound after RSO Kickstart is cancelled

By AnnaBelle Favre · Friday, Sept. 4, 2026

After RSO Kickstart was cancelled due to weather, student leaders gathered together to eat and sing karaoke.

Eastern Michigan University Honors College front entrance to the right of the building's sign that reads "honors college" and a tree.

EMU Honors College changes curriculum requirements for all students

By Hannah Borders · Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026

The Honors College at Eastern Michigan University has made three changes to its curriculum requirements.

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The Eastern Echo’s guide to campus resources

By Laleh Walker · Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026

Here are nine resources to help Eastern Michigan University students as they return to campus this fall.

The Eastern Echo’s guide to dorm safety

By Sam Peterson · Monday, Aug. 31, 2026

Common safety concerns in residence halls are theft, fires, and roommate and dating stressors. Here is what Eastern Michigan University students should know.

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What to know about EMU's Disability Resource Center

By Allie Beecher · Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026

The Disability Resource Center at Eastern Michigan University offers resource for students with disabilities.