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EMU's new Arab Society: Celebrating and sharing culture on campus

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, Sept. 26, 2022

Arab culture demonstrates collectivism over individualism with the community’s practices and values.

Food Gatherers cancels Grillin' 2022, launches matching campaign

By Cedrick Charles · Monday, May 9, 2022

Food Gatherers’ annual Grillin’ fundraising event cancelled for the third year because of growing supply chain issues.

Connor K.Ashley is a grad student in history who works behind the scenes of the University Archives' Veterans History Project.

Meet Connor K. Ashley: The EMU student behind the scenes of the University Archives’ Veterans History Project

By Carmen Cheng · Monday, April 11, 2022

EMU history grad student Connor K. Ashley talks about his work processing donated materials and veteran oral histories as part of the EMU Archives’ Veterans History Project, and how this has developed his career goals in historic preservation.

EMU hosts 42nd Annual Undergraduate Symposium

By Cedrick Charles · Monday, March 28, 2022

The EMU Undergraduate Symposium is a reminder of the impactful research and creative activity being done across the university.

Psychedelic inspired store 'Gentle Vibes Vintage' opens on Cross Street

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, March 7, 2022

With 60's to 70's inspired clothing to accessories and houseware, this shop has something fun for everyone.

Some of the graduates during the Spring Commencement at the Convocation Center in Ypsilanti on Sunday, April 27, 2015.

EMU student organizes petition about new summer graduation ceremony

By Cedrick Charles · Monday, Feb. 28, 2022

A petition to allow summer graduates to walk in the spring graduation ceremony spreads across campus.

The TimeLine Podcast creator Damon Calhoun interviews Detroit and Cleveland music artists

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, Feb. 14, 2022

Check The TimeLine Podcast out for yourself by visiting https://linktr.ee/thetimelinepodcast. Follow TLP’s social media on Instagram @the_timelinepodcast and Twitter @TheTimelinePod1.

EMU artist Samson Shofoluwe has goals to create meaningful work with impact

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, Jan. 31, 2022

Check out this talented creator’s portfolio on www.shonobiart.com

EMU student Synene Maria Abukaram gains free college after winning 100K tuition competition

By Jessica Laroy · Monday, Dec. 20, 2021

Sophomore Synene Maria Abukaram won 100K in scholarship money after winning a Dr. Pepper sponsored competition hosted at the B1G Ten championship game.

Review: 'House of Gucci's' superb acting makes the show

By Cameron Santangelo · Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021

“House of Gucci” has a monster cast that acts well, but has no grand moments.

Ypsilanti District Library's Bookmobile returns to neighborhoods

By Cedrick Charles · Monday, Nov. 15, 2021

The Bookmobile returns to Ypsilanti after closure due to the pandemic.

EMU football achieves Bowl game eligibility after 52-49 victory against Toledo

By Jessica Laroy · Monday, Nov. 8, 2021

EMU not only became bowl eligible with this win against Toledo, but they also had not beaten Toledo in The Glass Bowl since 1999.

ypsiGLOW hopes for more student involvement following fee waiver from Ypsilanti

By Cedrick Charles · Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021

Ypsilanti City Council approved to waive the park rental fees for ypsiGLOW 2021, hosted by WonderFool Productions, Oct. 5.

EMU 6 Figures Performed a Playback for the Decade

EMU’s 6 Figures performs 'A Playback for the Decade'

By Gracie Thompson · Thursday, Jan. 30, 2020

Dr. Anita Rich conducts the students of EMU in the 6 Figures Performance held in Quirk Sponberg’s 107 Lab Theatre, showcasing their improvisational skills for the public on Tuesday, Jan. 28.

The USAF Band of Mid-America’s Shades of Blue jazz ensemble honors veterans

By Gracie Thompson · Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020

The USAF Band of Mid-America’s Shades of Blue jazz ensemble honored veterans and the nation with their performance for students and community members

Best Buddies enhances lives of people with developmental disabilities

By Megan Girbach · Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019

Best Buddies is a student organization at EMU that "enhances the lives of people with developmental disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships." The buddies meet face-to-face twice a month and participate in social outings once a month with the whole chapter.

Washtenaw County Farmers Markets have found a new way to attract visitors

By Megan Girbach · Monday, Aug. 12, 2019

Washtenaw County Farmers Markets is celebrating the 20th annual National Farmers Market Week (August 4 - 10, 2019) with the new Washtenaw County Farmers Markets passport. With the passport, residents can win prizes by exploring farmers markets in Washtenaw County.

Saline hosts 24th Celtic Festival

By Megan Girbach · Wednesday, July 24, 2019

On July 12 and 13, residents of Washtenaw County gathered to celebrate Saline's 24th Annual Celtic Festival.

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Welcome back to Winging It, the Eastern Echo's arts and entertainment podcast.

This episode, Caroline Buxton sits down with Tessa Hanrath to talk about "June on the Moon," EMU Theatre's upcoming interactive sensory production.

For more information on performance dates and ticketing, check out EMU Theatre's website at: https://emich.ludus.com/index....

Host: Caroline Buxton

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