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Karine Jean-Pierre sits behind a table and smiles.

EMU recognizes MLK Jr. Day with keynote speaker and luncheon celebration

By Gray Connor · Friday, Jan. 23, 2026

Eastern Michigan University celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day with its annual luncheon. This year, the event featured Karine Jean-Pierre, former White House press secretary, Glinda Lewis, co-anchor of 7 Action News on WXYZ-TV Channel 7, and others.

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EMU students raise concerns over wintertime accessibility

By Gray Connor · Friday, Jan. 23, 2026

While snowfall can make it difficult for disabled students to navigate campus, the Disability Revolution Club and Disability Resource Center offer resources to help.

Green construction fences surround Pierce Hall, a gray cement and red brick building. A sign reading "Granger" is attached to the fence, representing the construction company.

Pierce Hall to house EMU College of Business

By AnnaBelle Favre · Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026

Renovations have begun at Pierce Hall, which will house Eastern Michigan University's College of Business.

Two people sit at a desk in blue medical scrubs and pink gloves. One of them holds a syringe, and another holds a pen.

As flu season hits moderately severe, EMU offers no-cost shots at Thursday clinic

By Sam Peterson · Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026

Eastern Michigan University will host a flu vaccine clinic for students and employees Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026.

Emily Bryson is smiling while holding up a collaborative drawing featuring an emo-style Pikachu from the Found Family Feast event.

Eastern Michigan University students honor Martin Luther King Jr. through service, advocacy

By Lilly Kujawski · Monday, Jan. 19, 2026

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Eastern Michigan University's weeklong celebration of the civil rights leader, Swoop’s Pantry will participate in a day of service and civic engagement in collaboration with EMU Student Government and EMU’s Society for Human Resource Management Chapter.

A storefront with its double doors propped open labeled with a banner that says "Eastern Outfitters," alongside two signs that say "Grand opening celebration!"

Eastern Michigan University hosts spirit store grand opening

By Lauren Holloway · Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026

Eastern Michigan's spirit store, Eastern Outfitters, had its grand opening Jan. 14, 2026.

Karine Jean-Pierre stands at a White House podium in front of an American flag and a blue background and addresses a group of people with raised hands.

EMU student petition urges university to remove MLK Luncheon speaker

By Gray Connor · Friday, Jan. 16, 2026

Students for Justice in Palestine at Eastern Michigan University call for the removal of MLK Luncheon speaker, Karine Jean-Pierre.

An office space with several chairs, desks and computers. Lettering on the wall says "Student Government" and "Securing A Powerful, Focused Voice For Students."

Student government operations gear up for the 2026 election cycle

By Laura Meriweather · Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026

Eastern Michigan University students can prepare to cast their ballots for student body president, vice president and senator positions in this year's student government election.

A brown, metal bust of Martin Luther King Jr. with an Ypsilanti street and water tower in the background.

EMU to recognize MLK Day with week-long celebration

By Gray Connor · Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026

Eastern Michigan University celebrates the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with a week full of events open to students and staff.

A crowd of students in green graduation gowns and caps stand in rows, with another row in the middle wearing white hard hats with their graduation uniform.

EMU celebrates fall graduates with 2025 Winter Commencement

By Gray Connor · Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025

Eastern Michigan University, joined by alumnus James Bodary, celebrated graduates at its 2025 Winter Commencement.

An image of snow covered cars in a parking lot.

Eastern Michigan University Public Safety urges safety precautions amid inclement weather

By Hannah Borders · Friday, Dec. 12, 2025

Inclement weather may cause university closures, and it is important to follow safety recommendations.

EMU AMP! connects student artists with audiences at Handmade for the Holidays market

By Hannah Borders · Friday, Dec. 12, 2025

EMU AMP! hosted Handmade for the Holidays holiday art market on Dec 3, 2025.

Brendan Kelly, dressed in a dark blue suit, speaks to a seated audience from behind an EMU-labeled podium.

Eastern Michigan University names alum Brendan Kelly as president-elect

By Lilly Kujawski · Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025

The Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents unanimously elected Brendan B. Kelly as the university's new president today, Dec. 10, 2025.

Image of a table with a green table cloth that says "Eastern Michigan University Office for International Students and Scholars" with a display of small flags from countries around the world. Above the table is an EMU-branded sign that says "You are welcome here," with a collage of student faces.

Eastern Michigan University, other universities see impact of student visa, travel restrictions

By Lilly Kujawski · Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025

Following executive actions from the federal government, Eastern Michigan University saw a 32% decrease in international freshmen student enrollment for the fall 2025 semester.

Line graph shows enrollment over time at Eastern Michigan University. Total enrollment is 28,067 in the 2009-2010 academic year and is 16,093 by 2023-2024 academic year. Data is also divided by undergraduate and graduate enrollment.

EMU responds as birth rates, high school graduate population drive enrollment decline

By Lilly Kujawski · Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025

As the State of Michigan continues to grapple with decreased enrollment in higher education, Eastern Michigan University is responding to the challenge.

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What to know for EMU's 2025 Winter Commencement Ceremony

By Gray Connor · Monday, Dec. 8, 2025

What graduates need to know for Eastern Michigan University's 2025 Winter Commencement Ceremony

Eastern Michigan University Regents to elect, introduce new president next week

By Lilly Kujawski · Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025

The Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents will hold a special meeting next week to formally elect and introduce the next president of EMU.

EMU #GivingTrueDay donation campaign starts Tuesday, Dec. 2

By The Eastern Echo Staff · Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025

In correlation with Giving Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, marks the EMU Foundation's Giving True Day event and asks community members to help the university raise funds for its programs.

Travel journalist Dan Fellner, his arm resting on a short white wall, stands on a cruise ship off the coast of Iceland.

From Curry to Kreplach: Travel journalist provides visual look at Jewish culture, history

By Israel Shriki · Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025

All are welcome to participate in the on-campus event by Dan Fellner, who will lecture on Jewish culture in various locations around the world with a high visual presentation. The lecture takes place at the EMU Student Center on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025.

Emma Wuetrich coordinator of the The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Resource Center

Q&A with Emma Wuetrich: future Director of Campus Life at EMU

By AnnaBelle Favre · Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025

On Jan. 5, 2025, Emma Wuetrich will assume a new title as campus life director at Eastern Michigan University, after working in the LGBT Resource Center on campus since 2023. The Eastern Echo sat down with Wuetrich for a Q&A about her new role.