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EMU School of Performing Arts to host welcome back block party, fall theater auditions

By Hannah Borders · Friday, Aug. 28, 2026

Eastern Michigan University School of Performing Arts is hosting its annual welcome back event and fall theater auditions on Sept. 2, 2026.

A group of students sit on steps enjoying an outdoor movie on an inflatable screen.

Events to attend during EMU move-in, first week of classes

By Lelaina MacDonald · Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026

Eastern Michigan University is offering a variety of welcome back events students can participate in before and during the first week of classes.

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Eastern Michigan University and STEM Flights to host fifth annual Aerospace Day

By Laleh Walker · Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026

On Friday, Aug. 7, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Eastern Michigan University's GameAbove College of Engineering & Technology, in collaboration with STEM Flights, will host its fifth annual Aerospace Day at Willow Run Airport.

A list of dates and a QR code for summer services.

Eastern Michigan University LGBT Resource Center offers free STI testing

By Lelaina MacDonald · Wednesday, July 29, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University LGBTRC offers a free "Get Yourself Tested" program this summer with two more dates available.

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EMU study uses virtual reality to help treat fear of flying

By Sam Peterson · Saturday, July 18, 2026

An Eastern Michigan University student is conducting an experiment to help people with a fear of flying.

The green, white, and gray sign has an EMU map in the background with the different dining locations identified in smaller graphics throughout the sign.

EMU President Kelly announces overhaul of campus dining

By Sam Peterson · Wednesday, July 15, 2026

EMU President Kelly announced changes to dining on campus including new options and expanded hours.

Eastern Michigan University Cybersecurity ranks no. 2 for bachelor's degree programs in Michigan

By Hannah Borders · Thursday, July 9, 2026

Eastern Michigan University was ranked No. 2 for cybersecurity bachelor's degree programs in Michigan by programs.com.

10 TED Talks take stage in Ypsilanti

By Laura Meriweather · Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Roughly two-dozen people attended the second annual TEDxYpsilanti event in Pease Auditorium on June 26, 2026. The event was titled, "A Talk For Everyone: Perspectives That Shape Tomorrow."

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Eastern Michigan University wins two Telly Awards in campaign-branding category

By Hannah Borders · Monday, July 6, 2026

Eastern Michigan University won two awards, one silver, and one bronze, during the 47th annual Telly Awards earlier this summer.

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College of Health and Human Services events for students to participate in this summer

By Lelaina MacDonald · Wednesday, July 1, 2026

The College of Health and Human Services at Eastern Michigan University is hosting some fun events over the summer for students.

Swoop stands next to GeoClub members at their booth. There are rocks on the table.

Eastern Michigan University's GeoClub ties for student chapter of the year

By Lauren Holloway · Monday, June 29, 2026

Eastern Michigan University's GeoClub ties for Student Chapter of the Year for the American Institute of Professional Geologists.

Brendan Kelly speaks from behind a clear, transparent plastic podium as Board of Regents members listen from a long, shared desk in the background.

EMU Board of Regents approve 2.5% tuition increase, lower parking rates

By Sam Peterson · Thursday, June 25, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents approved approved a 2.5% tuition increase at its June 25, 2026, meeting.

Sill Hall Grand Opening - Baja Car demonstration

Eastern Michigan University Baja Racing Club makes top 50 in New York competition

By Sam Peterson · Saturday, June 20, 2026

Eastern Michigan University's Baja Racing Club placed in the top 50 among more than 100 competing teams in New York.

Roosevelt Hall renovation design moves forward as Eastern Michigan University awaits state funding

By Sam Peterson · Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Design work at Eastern Michigan University's century-old Roosevelt Hall is moving forward as the university awaits state funding for the project.

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Eastern Michigan University separates Academic and Student Affairs Division, details personnel changes

By Lilly Kujawski · Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Eastern Michigan University will now have a separate Division of Academic Affairs and Division of Student Affairs, among other changes.

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The Weekly Scoop 5/19/2026

By Anthony Thaxton · Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Anthony Thaxton goes through four of The Eastern Echo's online stories for the week of May 10 to May 17.

Eastern Michigan University President Kelly announces human resources staff changes

By AnnaBelle Favre · Friday, May 15, 2026

In an email sent May 15, 2026, Eastern Michigan University President Brendan Kelly announced staff changes to the university's Human Resources department.

Parking lot on a rainy day. A few cars are parked, and 3 red, brick campus buildings are in the background. Parking sign reads "Pease A-1 Lot, Permit required 7 days per week."

Ypsilanti and Eastern Michigan University to take on construction projects this summer

By Hannah Borders · Wednesday, May 13, 2026

This spring and summer, the City of Ypsilanti and Eastern Michigan University are taking on various construction projects. Here's what community members can expect.

A clipart image of a rocket ship being repaired by robots with the message "Canvas is currently undergoing scheduled maintenance" under it.

Canvas service restored as hacker group removes demands against Instructure

By Laura Meriweather · Friday, May 8, 2026

After a data hack derailed access to the Canvas educational service across the U.S., the site was restored near the end of the day on Thursday, May 7, 2026.

Graphic map of Eastern Michigan University campus with arrows showing the path of the 5K run.

Girls on the Run to celebrate 30 years, 5K run at EMU

By Hannah Borders · Friday, May 8, 2026

Girls on the Run, a nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting girls form third to eighth grade, ends its season with its annual 5K run.