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Three simple tips for buying books this semester

By Olivia Jackson · Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2014

College comes with many expenses. There is money due for tuition, classes, parking passes and most of all the dreaded expensive costs of books. Books are a necessity, but also a nuisance. My freshman year of college the cost for all of my books in the first semester alone was $350.

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Three tips for surviving your freshman year

By Olivia Jackson · Monday, Sept. 1, 2014

The summer is coming to a close and the school year is quickly approaching. Many students have said goodbye to their high school homies and are embarking on a new journey- the college life. For some students the transition from high school to college is effortless, but for others who are like me it might be a little bit of a struggle.

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Things to read as the leaves change

By Imani Hassan · Monday, Sept. 1, 2014

It has been an amazing, hot summer filled with lazy days, friends, fun and family. As school approaches in the fall, reading fanatics and bookstores everywhere are gearing up for the brand new haul of books.

The play tells the story of a married couple and their dog.

‘Sylvia’ comes to Eastern Michigan University

By Olivia Jackson · Monday, June 9, 2014

Coming to the Eastern Michigan University Theatre, Ken Stevens is directing his final production called Sylvia. This interesting twist on how marriages face adversities was originally created by A. R. Gurney. Not only does this play aim to bring on laughter, it also plans to impress with impeccable actors who are some of Eastern Michigan’s Alumni.

Disney puts a dark new twist on a well-known fairy tale

By Kayla Boyd · Monday, June 9, 2014

Disney has put their magical touch on and revamped the movie Sleeping Beauty. Maleficent is not a story simply about a beautiful princess who falls into a deep slumber only to be awakened by the kiss of her truest love. This Disney story is darker. Maleficent travels into the bitter heart of a broken woman who swears she’ll get the last laugh.

Asparagus frittata is a tasty summer treat

By Callie Gavorek · Monday, June 2, 2014

Asparagus has been harvested worldwide for thousands of years. Its use dates back to ancient Rome and Egypt, where it was harvested for its nutritional content and once believed medicinal properties. This vegetable was so highly prized in Ancient Rome, fleets of ships were sent out to collect asparagus for royal emperors. This practice is believed to be the story behind this vegetable’s nickname, “the aristocrat of vegetables.”

Morel mushrooms a tasty treat

By Callie Gavorek · Monday, May 26, 2014

Every spring my fiancé and I look forward to scavenging in the woods for our favorite Michigan delicacy, morel mushrooms. Although Michiganders experienced a lengthy winter and late spring this year, the morel mushrooms have come through and can be found throughout the state.

Jolie Holland’s sixth album her best sound yet

By Sophie Barterian · Monday, May 26, 2014

Although she is defined as alternative/indie rock, Jolie Holland shifts across folk, country, jazz, and a little blues. With “Wine Dark Sea,” her sixth album since her debut “Catalpa” in 2003, Holland reaches her best sound so far with deeply emotional and slightly old-fashioned songs.

Summer barbecue side dish: Layered Salad

By Vicki Behne · Monday, May 19, 2014

Layered Salad What you’ll need for a larger sized dish: 6 boiled eggs 1 package of bacon (or 3 bags of bacon pieces) 1 can water chestnuts Lettuce 1 jar or bottle of mayonnaise (Hellmann’s works best) 1 bag frozen sweet peas 2-3 tomatoes Rectangular tuber ware dish to hold it all in. Preparation: • Boil your eggs.

Black Keys get bluesy

By Sophie Barterian · Sunday, May 11, 2014

A little over two years after the release of their award-winning album, “El Camino,” the Black Keys have released “Turn Blue.” Members Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney collaborated with Danger Mouse to develop this new album, which saw a return to the heavy blues we saw in the 2010 album “Brothers.”

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Romantic ways to enjoy summertime in the city

By Olivia Jackson · Sunday, May 11, 2014

The weather is warming up and people are ready to create loving and fun memories with their special friend or meet someone new. With love swirling around in the air along with a fresh breeze to add its sweet coolness, the perfect place to be is out in the city letting its beauty take you away.

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EMU professor tributes Diego Rivera with dance

By Chelsea Idzior · Sunday, May 4, 2014

For Diego, a dance video created by Eastern Michigan University Professor of Dance Dr. Joanna McNamara will be presented May 20 at Zankel Hall in New York City, as part of a Manhattan Contemporary Chamber Ensemble (MCCE) performance.

Food Scoop: Spring primavera

By Anna Hinkley · Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Since this is my last column, I have thought a lot about what to write. I wanted to do something special. Something that was joyous, that celebrated the end of the year and the end of my college career. I was thinking about layer cakes, or something that requires a blowtorch. What changed my mind was the quiet arrival of the first asparagus.

Latest Podcast

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

Director: Anthony Thatxton

Editor: Gray Connor

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