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Stephanie Meyer’s novel “The Host”

‘The Host’ better than expected

By LeeAnne Baumdraher · Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013

When it comes to the “Twilight” Saga, I’m a lukewarm fan. The plot was vaguely intriguing, the writing fairly compelling, the characters surprisingly relatable, but it wasn’t anything that blew my mind.

EMU is celebrating its 1,005 international students Feb. 11-14.

International Week begins

By Cosette Girardot · Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013

Out of the more than seven billion people in the world spanning across roughly 196 countries, Eastern Michigan University has 1,005 international students from 81 countries. During the week of Feb. 11-14, EMU plans to acknowledge these students with their own event.

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Valentine ideas for everyone

By Jess Salisbury · Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013

For a holiday celebrating the joys of romance, Valentine’s Day certainly has quite a turbulent love-hate relationship with many people.

Grindhouse Review: 'Heartstopper' (aka 'Dark Craving')

By Michael G. Petersen · Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013

“Heartstopper” (1991) (aka “Dark Craving”) Directed By John Russo Starring Kevin Kindlin, Moon Zappa, Tom Savini, John Hall, Tommy Lafitte and Michael J.Pollard. From John Russo, one of the creative minds behind the original masterpiece of terror, “Night of the Living Dead,” comes the film adaption based on his powerful and original novel, “The Awakening.”

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Storytellers talk about scars

By Rose Carver · Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013

It takes real courage to go on stage and tell a room full of strangers about painful moments from your past. The theme for the Eastern Michigan University Campus Life Storytellers Lounge last Thursday was scars, and even with such personal subject matter the atmosphere was relaxed and intimate.

Matt on Music: Dawn Richard's 'Goldenheart'

By Matt Rice · Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013

Last year’s “Armor On” EP wasn’t Dawn Richard’s first release. It wasn’t even her first solo LP. In 2005, before she was ever a member of Danity Kane (whose hit “Damaged” is among the greatest pop songs of 2008) or Diddy-Dirty Money, she released “Been a While,” an album that has been almost completely forgotten.

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Katie's Craft Corner: Pinterest

By Katie Remski · Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013

Unless you never use the Internet, it’s impossible to never have heard of Pinterest. On the online virtual bulletin board, you can collect gorgeous photos of places, clothes, food, hairstyles and can even be taken to the website the photo came from simply by clicking on it. This means you get instructions, a recipe or a store cart for ordering.

Several performances were held last Sunday during the 2010 Chinese Week kick off gala, held in the EMU student center ballroom. The event was hosted by Mei Hua Tong Xue Hui, or the American Chinese Students Association.

Upcoming events

By Jess Salisbury · Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013

Chinese New Year events Is the weather making you go a bit crazy? Here are some fun February festivities on Eastern Michigan University’s campus to help you unwind.

TheVaginaMonologues

Women’s Resource Center to present ‘Vagina Monologues’ in Student Center

By Ashley G. Terrell · Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013

Nineteen years ago, Eve Ensler’s creation, “The Vagina Monologues,” started from a conversation with a close friend over womanly dilemmas. As the subject switched to vaginas, her friend’s unfavorable outlook on her lady parts was quite peculiar and made Ensler evaluate how she felt about her own. This revelation made her wonder how women thought of their vaginas, and their personal testimonies would channel a perspective on discussing womanhood and sexuality.

Local vintage shop thrives

By Krystal Elliott · Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013

Since it opened in 1978, Apple Annie’s Vintage Clothing & Jim MacDonald’s Antiques in Depot Town has seen a lot of change. The neighborhood has changed, the business of dealing in collectible items has changed and the store itself has even morphed and expanded from its original layout.

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Dating 101 panel to offer tips

By Kayla Boyd · Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013

There is nothing more complicated in life than love. Relationships go through many different stages and everyone has different expectations and routines when it comes to dating.

Grindhouse Review: 'Martin'

By Michael G. Petersen · Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013

“Martin” (1976) Directed By George A. Romero Starring John Amplas, Lincoln Maazel, Christine Forrest, Elyane Nadeau and Tom Savini Meet Martin. He’s charming, clever, witty, loveable, shy and very misunderstood. To the naked eye he seems like a normal teenager growing up in the crumbling city of Pittsburg. But a dark disturbing secret lies behind his twisted angelic face, something that no one would ever expect coming from this willful young man.

Women: Tips for a healthy heart

By Ashley G. Terrell · Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013

Heart disease is the number one killer of women in America. According to www.GoRedforWomen.com, with one in three women dying each year; it’s deadlier than any form of cancer.

Best Buddies program promotes inclusion

By Jess Salisbury · Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013

Everybody needs a friend (or two, or three). As a young adult with a disability, it can sometimes be difficult to make these special connections. Eastern Michigan University’s Best Buddies program aims to help build those much-needed, meaningful relationships.

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Articles featured in this episode:

"Eastern Michigan women’s lacrosse team recognized at Board of Regents meeting" - Caleb Henderson

"EMU's University Park pond serves as home for dozens of koi, even during winter" - Israel Shriki

"Shakespeare in the Arb brings 'The Merry Wives of Windsor' to life this summer" - Allie Beecher

"EMU’s online vendor change & 6 things to know about textbooks before fall 2025" - Israel Shriki

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