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‘Gangnam Style’ video shows fun side of EMU

By Heidi Guenther · Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013

The Korean pop song, “Gangnam Style” by 34-year-old South Korean artist PSY might have infected you with an irresistable urge to dance to the song while in class or hanging out at the Student Center.

Speaker delivers ‘powerful speech’

By Krystal Elliott · Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013

Despite heavy snowfall on Monday morning, people of all ages and walks of life packed the Eastern Michigan University Student Center Auditorium to hear Tim Wise’s keynote speech in commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr.

BMW 4 Series stands out at 2013 NAIAS

By Timothy Lee · Sunday, Jan. 20, 2013

This past week The Eastern Echo got a chance to get an early peek at the North American International Auto Show, which takes place every year at the Cobo Center in Detroit.

Rap doesn’t fit with MLK’s ideals

By Jess Salisbury · Sunday, Jan. 20, 2013

What are the implications of the materialistic lyrics found in today’s hottest hip-hop hits? Eastern Michigan University student Ivory Harris Jr., one of the minds behind “Knowledge, Power, Respect: Hip-Hop Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow,” was eager to find out. After conducting a study in November 2011, Harris discovered that 48 out of 50 songs on the Billboard hip-hop and rhythm and blues charts glorified alcohol or substance abuse, crime and violence and other negative themes.

Open letter to the Eastern Michigan University community from the family of Julia Niswender:

By Jennifer Niswender · Thursday, Jan. 17, 2013

Words cannot adequately express our deep appreciation for the many kind and sympathetic acts that came to us at the time of our recent bereavement. We are grateful for all the support that the EMU community has shown our family. Julia was proud to be an Eagle and loved all her EMU family and friends. Thank you for being a part of her life, -The family of Julia Niswender

Winterfest activities continue

Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013

Around 75 student organizations gathered in the Eastern Michigan University Student Center ballroom Monday from 12-4 p.m. as a part of this week’s Winterfest activities.

Detroit hosts NAIAS from Jan. 19-27

By Marissa Beste · Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013

The annual North American International Auto Show in Detroit will open to the public Jan. 19-27 at the Cobo Center and display more than 500 vehicles.

EMU film appreciation series to focus on history of movies

By Jacob Cipriano Mendez · Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013

When it comes to film, we all know if it’s released, it’s likely to be seen. All around the world millions of people go and watch movies everyday, whether it be in their homes or in the theater. Something people don’t always account for is how film itself has progressed over the years.

Eastern Excursion will feature 1940s, ’50s rock

By Krystal Elliott · Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013

If you love high-quality entertainment and have a fondness for the greatest rock ‘n’ roll hits of the ’40s and ’50s, you might be interested in Campus Life’s next Eastern Excursion.

‘TRANS’ documentary receives positive reactions from viewers

By Ashley G. Terrell · Sunday, Jan. 13, 2013

“When someone says to me, ‘What is this film about?’ I say, ‘It’s about human rights, injustice and discrimination,’” Mark Schoen, producer of “TRANS,” said. “And what I’ve learned is the gender spectrum is much wider than I ever thought it was and you know it’s not just transgender. There’s intersex, there’s genderqueer. I think the important thing is that we have to, as a society, let people be their authentic selves, whatever that may be.”

Winterfest offers week of wintry activities

By LeeAnne Baumdraher · Sunday, Jan. 13, 2013

Last semester was tough. I know; I was there. In fact, last year was a total b— well, uh, let’s just say difficult. Good news, though: It’s a new year and a new semester and you have new classes and a whole new start.

Mix Lounge hosts night of comedy

By Kayla Boyd · Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013

If you’re looking for something to do Friday night and need a good laugh, consider stopping by The Mix Lounge Friday.

Graduate school to host open house on Saturday

By Mikayla Beaudrie · Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013

Eastern Michigan University will be holding an open house Saturday for the EMU Graduate School in the Student Center ballroom from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Undergrads, recent grads and community members will be able to explore more than 180 programs, including graduate degrees and certificates among the various master’s and doctoral programs.

18th century secret societies topic of talk

By Taylor Pinson · Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013

A lecture about 18th century secret societies and their exclusion of women will be held on Eastern Michigan University’s campus Jan. 9.

Psychology Department will present film showing transgenders’ journey

By Ashley G. Terrell · Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013

Since the first brick was thrown at the 1969 Stonewall Riots in New York City sparking the movement of equality, there has been a continuous presence of supporters in the efforts to bring justice and educate others about the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community.

Plenty of ways to give back

By Cosette Girardot · Friday, Dec. 14, 2012

‘Tis the season to be giving. Regardless of any religious or holiday affiliation, the dark days at the end of December are the perfect time to try giving back to your community. Throughout the Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor areas, there are many places and opportunities where your help is wanted and needed.

As Christmas nears, local businesses host shopping event

By Ashley G. Terrell · Friday, Dec. 14, 2012

With Christmas steadily approaching, which I know many people on campus are looking forward to, it’s still crunch time for many to get more shopping in. For the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Regional Chamber, their motive to keep people in the spirit to take that needed trip to the mall was simply the beloved D word: discount.

Holiday did you knows: Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa

By Jess Salisbury · Friday, Dec. 14, 2012

Facts about Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa

Festival of lights

By Krystal Elliott · Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012

With the bombardment of Christmas commercials, Christmas songs, Christmas TV specials and Christmas movies this month, it’s easy to forget that many, many people in America do not actually celebrate the holiday. In fact, there are millions of people celebrating very different religious holidays this month, one of which is happening this week—the eight-day Jewish holiday, Hanukkah.

Student choirs perform Christmas show

By Cosette Girardot · Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012

Radio station WNIC 100.3 has been playing Christmas music since early November, but Eastern Michigan University’s Chamber Choir and University Choir the joined together to share and sing Christmas songs for students to enjoy at the Light and Life concert.