events

EMU After Dark hosts cramming session

By Rose Carver · Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012

Staying up all night to study is not a simple endeavor. If you attempt to pull an all-nighter in your bedroom, chances are your drowsy mind will escort you to your bed sooner or later. You’ll be fast asleep before you can finish the homework assignment that’s been weighing you down for the past week.

Pease set ablaze

By Liz Cianfarani · Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012

I’m a typical ex-band geek from high school. I’m not versed in every well-known piece from the Baroque period, but I know some major works of major composers. Unfortunately for Igor Stravinsky enthusiasts, I knew nothing about his works except for “The Nutcracker.” But, Eastern Michigan University’s Department of Music and Dance changed all of that.

Concert helps fund ASB

By Matt Rice · Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012

Alternative Spring Breaks held a benefit concert, at the Bona Sera Café in Ypsilanti Monday, to help fund present and future Alternative Spring Breaks community service trips.

Review: ‘White as Snow’ eerie, mysterious

By Ashley G. Terrell · Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012

The tale of a girl with skin white as snow, lips the color of blood and hair as black as night is captivating and legendary. She had a heart of pure gold amongst the shadows of evil and greed that threatened to end her life.

I Am P.I.N.K. expands girls mentoring to Ypsilanti

By Rose Carver · Sunday, Dec. 2, 2012

Are you a woman looking to get more involved in your community in a meaningful way? Now is the time, as the girl power organization from Detroit, called I Am P.I.N.K., has recently established an Eastern Michigan University chapter. The nonprofit organization targets sixth to twelfth grade girls from inner city areas who could benefit from guidance and mentorship of an older and more established woman.

Wise Hall RA stages crayon art event, student creativity flows

By Paris Montgomery · Sunday, Dec. 2, 2012

Wise Hall resident advisor Theresa Riles puts on three programs a month, and this month she presented students with the opportunity to make crayon art on Tuesday evening, Nov. 28.

EMU-Up North will offer new experiences during break

By Krystal Elliott · Sunday, Dec. 2, 2012

While most of us see winter break as a week to get as far away from academia as possible, some students see it as an opportunity to get some knowledge and earn a few college credits while they’re at it.

Sex Olympics sparks discussion in Putnam

By Jess Salisbury · Sunday, Dec. 2, 2012

A penis at Eastern Michigan University’s Putnam Hall has been causing quite a stir lately. A very, very large penis.

Editors participate in Hijab Day

By Jess Salisbury · Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012

It appeared as if the Eastern Michigan University’s Student Center was welcoming an influx of new female Muslim students Tuesday night, each with their own brightly colored headscarf, or hijab.

The Gregory Brothers to ‘Songify’ at EMU

By Krystal Elliott · Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012

Hide yo kids, hide yo wife and hide yo husband ‘cause the Gregory Brothers are coming to Eastern Michigan University. The musical group behind the YouTube sensation “Auto-Tune the News” will give a free presentation at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Student Center Grand Ballroom.

Boys sing at Christmas tree lighting, will perform in concert

By Cosette Girardot · Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012

Depot Town decorated the streets with a giant Christmas tree Saturday. The lighting of the Christmas tree, as well as the cookies and hot chocolate for those who showed up to the tree lighting, were supplied by Sidetrack Bar and Grill.

Black Friday shopping tips, tricks for success

By Timothy Wilson · Sunday, Nov. 18, 2012

The holidays are here and people are filled with cheer. Family will be coming together over Thanksgiving dinner to joke about the past year and rejoice the year to come. After you pass out because your stomach feels like an expanding balloon, don’t forget that you’ll have to get right back up for Black Friday door busters.

Students celebrate diversity at fall feast

By Ashley G. Terrell · Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2012

Continuing the celebration of Native American Heritage Month, students were welcomed to a dinner with engaging conversation and entertainment for the annual Fall Feast held Nov. 5 at the Eastern Michigan University Student Center.

Ball to be held at the Red Barn

By Katie Remski · Sunday, Nov. 11, 2012

Christ the King Church will partner with Ann Arbor Community of Traditional Music and Dance to host an English Country Ball Nov. 16 at 7 p.m.

Scheduling for winter semester offers opportunities, challenges

By Jess Salisbury · Sunday, Nov. 11, 2012

Registration for the winter semester is now well under way, and like most students here at Eastern Michigan University, you have probably been scrambling to snatch up coveted spots in class rosters. But if you’re among the students who take one look at the extensive list of available courses and feel like crying, registration can feel overwhelming.

Mr. Greek raises money for terminal child

By Matt Rice · Sunday, Nov. 11, 2012

The Eastern Michigan University chapter of the Delta Zeta sorority held a benefit concert featuring six local artists, at Crossroads Bar & Grill in Ypsilanti Friday night.

Gallery displays graduate work

By Kayla Boyd · Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012

Eastern Michigan University’s Ford Gallery, located in Ford Hall, will be displaying art Nov. 12-16 of “Memory and Surface,” which is a Master of Arts and Master of Fine Arts show featuring work by Chris Sneed and Joe Wambaugh from their graduate thesis. Their display, “Paper vs Clay: The Art of High Five,” will have an opening reception Nov. 15 from 6–8 p.m.

NASO, EMU team up

By Ashley G. Terrell · Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012

Wakan Tankan Nici Un is Cherokee for “May the Great Spirit walk with you.” This peaceful message is strongly connected to the tribe’s perseverance through unbelievable hardships while staying grounded in spiritual faith.

Lively Luncheon engages

By Kayla Boyd · Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012

Eastern Michigan University’s Center for Multicultural Affairs put on the Lively Luncheon event in the Student Center Nov. 1. These luncheons are held every month in regards to current events on a different topic or culture. This particular luncheon was held for Native American Heritage Month and was hosted by the Native American Student Organization.

Storytellers share life experiences

By Cosette Girardot · Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2012

Dim blue lighting filled room 300 as students entered Eastern Michigan University’s Student Center Oct. 25 for the Storytellers Lounge, aware of the spotlight on the stage that would soon be the sight of their entertainment for the evening.