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Spaces of support: inside EMU’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion resource centers

EMU’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion offers resources to underrepresented students across campus.

Review: EMU Theatre performs 'Silent Sky' beautifully

EMU Theatre's "Silent Sky" shows the meaningful truth behind women pursuing intellectual careers in the 1900s. It also conveys the beautiful message of how a determined woman discovered the Milky Way.

The Echo’s guide to coping with finals stress

With finals quickly approaching, here are a few ways to cope with all the stress this season brings.

EMU's LGBT Resource Center to host vigil for Transgender Day of Remembrance

Trans Day of Remembrance is Nov. 20.

EMU’s Swoop Eagle “Paints it Green” for Homecoming 2024 with nods to art history

Eastern Michigan University celebrates its 103rd homecoming and 175th anniversary with an art historical collection by Swoop Eagle.

EMU students share their stories for National Coming Out Day

The coming out stories of several EMU students are important reminders that while many LGBTQ+ individuals are accepted and supported, we must continue to work towards creating a world in which all people can feel safe, valued, and free to be themselves.

Review: EMU Theatre's kicks off season with fantastic 'Alice by Heart'

EMU Theatre's "Alice by Heart" included catchy melodies that were expertly sung and the background orchestra was quite good. This production was definitely worth seeing.

Eastern Michigan takes on statewide campus voting contest against rival schools

Eastern Michigan University will participate in a voting competition against Central Michigan University and Western Michigan University from now until Oct 21, the final day for eligible voters to register online. 

Installation of AI-based firearm detection system ZeroEyes has begun around campus

ZeroEyes is an AI-based firearm detection technology being installed in 500 cameras around campus.

YpsiWrites announces 2024 Writers of Ypsilanti award winners

YpsiWrites, a non-profit that promotes and supports writers in Ypsilanti, has introduced the 2024 winners of their annual Writers of Ypsilanti awards. 

EMU assures campus safety during demolition of Brown-Munson, Jones-Goddard halls

EMU informs students of current safety precautions to ensure campus safety during the demolition of Brown-Munson apartments and Jones-Goddard halls. 

Eastern Michigan soccer drops two close matches, prepares for MAC play

Eastern Michigan University soccer faced two close 1-0 losses against Valparaiso and Loyola Chicago despite creating several scoring opportunities in both matches. The Eagles now turn their focus to the start of Mid-American Conference play, aiming to bounce back against Central Michigan University.

EMU professor Sadaf Ali secures spot on general election ballot in Ypsilanti Township

EMU defeats Jacksonville State 37-34 in double overtime thriller

EMU reached victory after double overtime in their first home game of the season.

EMU unveils new Windgate Arts Complex in dedication ceremony

Eastern Michigan University celebrates the opening of the new 3D arts complex, the Windgate Arts Complex, made possible through both big and small donations.

Theater directors seek actors: Auditions set for Wednesday

EMU McNair Scholars Program helps underrepresented students soar

EMU's McNair Scholars Program has served as an avenue for over 250 first-generation students from low-income families or students from underrepresented backgrounds to pursue post-graduate and research opportunities since it joined the university in 2007.

EMU appoints Thomas Traynor as College of Business interim dean

New interim Dean of the EMU College of Business, Thomas Traynor, officially started on August 15.

Detroit City FC triumphs on TRUEMU night

TRUEMU Night at Keyworth Stadium was unforgettable as Detroit City FC's men’s and women’s teams secured thrilling victories on June 16, with proceeds supporting the EMU Student Emergency Fund. The women's team edged out Midwest United FC 2-1, while the men's team defeated Charleston Battery 2-0, delighting the season-high crowd of 7,172.

Meet EMU Student Government's election winners

EMU Student Government has a new president and vice president for the 2024-25 year.