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Homemade pizza isn't as complicated as it seems

By Anna Hinkley · Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013

I’m a sucker for home-cooked meals, especially ones that are made by someone other than me. Home-cooked pizza is an especially delightful surprise, one sprung on me recently while visiting my friend Adam.

Highland Cemetery offers lantern-lit tours in honor of Halloween

By Sydney Nimeth · Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013

To make the tour more authentic, the only light provided is by a hand-held fuel lantern. During the tour, you are advised to watch your step, as you might trip over a tombstone. Highland cemetery is the resting place of many individuals who have had a great impact on Ypsilanti, including Mary Starkweather. Throughout the tour, James Mann explains the history behind the cemetery, using witty humor to also explain how some of the 15,000 “residents” passed.

'Paris Is Burning' screens in Student Center for OUTober

By Ashley G. Terrell · Sunday, Oct. 20, 2013

“Paris Is Burning,” the 1990 documentary directed by Jennie Livingston follows the ballroom culture in New York City and the African American, Latino and Transgender communities. With a vivid representation of gender bending, drag, and the art of vogue, it remains as one of the most legendary and revered documentaries in gay culture that continues to stand the test of time 23 years later.

'Queer Bathroom Monologues' tell of LGBT encounters, experiences

By Daizchane Baker · Sunday, Oct. 20, 2013

The lights in the room dimmed as actors dressed in white T-shirts and jeans took the stage to perform for a packed room on Oct.17. The LGBT Resource Center presented the “Queer Bathroom Monologues” as apart of their OUTober celebration.

Student shaves her head in solidarity with cancer patients

By Amy Ryan · Sunday, Oct. 20, 2013

Ever think about shaving your head? Imagine having almost two feet of gorgeous hair. Could you do it then? On June 1, Eastern Michigan University music therapy student, Mary Rose Nieman, did this very courageous thing.

Domestic violence and how to prevent it

By Sydney Nimeth · Sunday, Oct. 20, 2013

In 2012, 97,656 residences of Michigan reported some form of domestic violence, according to the Michigan Incident Crime Report via Michigan.gov.

Fall Major Fest assists students

By Mandy Grenier · Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013

The Fall Major Fest was an opportunity for students to expand, investigate and explore the diverse range of learning opportunities offered at Eastern Michigan University.

Ugly Mug Café serves customers with devotion

By Rickie Cousino · Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013

Ugly Mug Café, located on Cross Street, offers some of the best coffee around. Ugly Mug was among the first to introduce third wave specialty coffee, the move to make coffee more of a high-quality food product akin to wine or chocolate. The scientific theory and culinary execution is used to make what they call a developed, sophisticated and complex cup of coffee. To them, it is just not coffee but an art form to be proud of.

Wiard’s Orchard offers many activities

By Sydney Stuck · Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013

At Wiard’s Orchard in Ypsilanti, there are countless activities to satisfy that comforting fall feeling. During the day hours you can take a short drive away from the college town to find yourself in a beautiful red, yellow and orange oasis of changing leaves.

Wind Symphony performs opening concert

By Drew Saunders · Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013

Pease Auditorium swelled with music on a peaceful Sunday on Oct. 13 as the Eastern Michigan University Wind Symphony, conducted by Mary K. Schneider, kicked off its first concert of the semester with a piece from 1943 called “Commando March,” written by Pennsylvanian-born child prodigy Samuel Barber.

Display celebrates LGBT community

By Mandy Grenier · Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013

The hallways of both the Student Center and REC/IM proudly displayed Eastern Michigan University student posters Oct. 14 and 15 as part of the month’s ongoing events and displays of support for the campus’s LGBT community.

Whip up some fresh ice cream this fall

By Anna Hinkley · Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013

The summer before starting college, I became obsessed with homemade ice cream. I bought an ice cream maker and half gallons of heavy cream. and I made all kinds of flavors from strawberry-orange and coffee to raspberry swirl.

Zombie Ball brings undead fun to Ypsilanti

By Mandy Grenier · Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013

In the spirit of Halloween, the fifth annual Zombie Ball held Saturday Oct. 12 at Woodruff’s in Depot Town had everything a zombie could ask for – music, DJs and some undead fun. Such ghoulish figures like the Captain Cornelius Crumplecustard and his companion Beau Barranco were in attendance for the night’s festivities.

Katie's Craft Corner

By Katie Remski · Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013

The weather’s getting colder, and everyone loves a good warm blanket or pair of mittens. What about those people, though, who don’t have the resources to stay warm? Or what about the people who are going through a difficult time and would appreciate a handmade gift? For a little of your time and money, here’s some crafty ideas for how and where you can give back to the community.

Ypsilanti museum preserves firefighting history

By Leaha Dotson · Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013

The Michigan Firehouse Museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving firefighting history in a friendly atmosphere while also promoting fire safety.

‘Orange’ gives perspective on prison

By Amy Ryan · Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013

“Orange is the New Black” is the new show on Netflix that aired on July 11, 2013 and has the perfect recipe of comedy and drama. This witty series, created by Jenji Kohan, is roughly based on Piper Kerman’s experience in prison and the book she published afterword.

Knoxville to portray film’s ‘Bad Grandpa’

By Carmen Bojanowski · Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013

“Jackass: Bad Grandpa,” the fourth film from the franchise, will be filled with all of the crass hidden camera debauchery that we’ve come to know and love, with a bit more direction than the previous “Jackass” films.

App provides tools for college students, families

By Kayla Boyd · Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013

With the new iOS7 update, new iPhone 5s and a new Galaxy all on the market right now, people can’t wait to get their hands on the latest and greatest. In addition to all of that, a new app might be just what you need to accompany your new phone or even the smartphone you already have.

EMU alum writes on prejudice, courage

By LeeAnne Baumdraher · Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013

Every good story has a beginning, and the novel about racism and self-realization by Eastern Michigan University alumna Gloria Ewing Lockhart is no exception.

‘La Dolce Vita’ showcases sweet style

By Rachael Arula · Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013

This past Thursday was the end of events for this year’s Fashion Week at Eastern Michigan University with the grand finale of the “La Dolce Vita” fashion show.

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