Life

On- and off-campus activities help keep Mr. Greek involved

By Kyle Wackrow · Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011

While some students find classes stressful enough on their own, this year’s Mr. Greek, sophomore Joshua Richardson, keeps busy on and off campus.

Tone-deaf? Try lip-dub!

By Cosette Girardot · Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011

If you’re anything like me, you can’t sing. You know the feeling of hearing a great song on the radio and just wanting to break out in song, but you know you can’t because there’s not a single note within your vocal range.

'Da Don' speaks out

By Carla Nodi · Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011

Without many names to attach to Detroit’s music scene, Ritchie “Da Don” Knox steps up to represent his home town.

Five essentials for the winter season

By Jessica Salisbury · Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011

The changing of the seasons gives the world outside a whole new look. Why not do the same for yourself? You can’t wear a cami and cheer shorts in the winter, so if you’re going to be breaking out your favorite sweater and furry boots, you need to coordinate your cosmetics.

Best cough drops in town

By Renee Smolinski · Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011

It’s that time of year again everyone-Cold and flu season! What can you do if you’ve got a sore throat?

Family Film Series starts 'The Lion King'

By Jessica Salisbury · Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011

Though the lion may indeed sleep tonight, the kind folks at Campus Life have been working tirelessly to bring you quality, family friendly entertainment in the form of The Lion King. As part of the Family Film Series, the beloved Disney film will be coming to a theater near you in the close future—specifically the Student Center auditorium.

A new type of comedy

By Kyle Wackrow · Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011

Meeting good comedians is more adventurous than just seeing them entertain. Much like their performances, they are easy to get lost in, and the comedians that hail from the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in New York are no exception.

Thanksgiving: A History

By Carmen Bojanowski · Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011

It was the fourth Thursday in November of the year 1621 the Pilgrims came to the great US of A and landed the Mayflower at Plymouth Rock.

EMU helps spread 'It Gets Better'

By Kyle Wackrow · Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011

Since its premiere at the Rainbow Variety Show in late October, Eastern Michigan University’s contribution to the It Gets Better project was shared over 1,800 times on Facebook in under 24 hours.

Local store, The Rocket, offers a laugh

By Silvana Taylor · Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011

When people think of unique “indie” shops in Michigan, Ann Arbor is the go-to place. If you look closely, though, you might find some gems in Ypsi too! Buying unique gifts or finding interesting decorations for a dorm or apartment that express your awesome personality is not always easy.

Brand encourages some 'bumming'

By Jerome Stuart Nichols · Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011

Russell Brand is the kind of celebrity that people either love or hate. He’s got a rather polarizing personality and even more polarizing public persona.

Exhibit shows

By Malaika Bass · Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011

The Student Center’s University Art Gallery is currently featuring the Iceland-inspired “ISLAND” exhibit.

Professor Spotlight: Emily Patton Levickas

By Carmen Bojanowski · Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011

Known by her students as simply Emily, Emily Patton Levickas is a communications professor at Eastern Michigan University.

SAG program enrollment up

By Laura Laurain · Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011

hose with an interest in film, video games or the realm of 3D graphics are more than welcome at Eastern Michigan University.

LTASex: Cuddling

By Jerome Stuart Nichols · Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011

At this point you’re probably tired of reading about fall. Yeah the leaves are beautiful, sure the food is amazing, and yes, sweaters are the most dope of all the seasonal trends, but that’s all so boring.

Contest focuses on bullying

By Kyle Wackrow · Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011

The drive for equality and acceptance of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community is still a work in progress; advocates and allies work every day to make a positive difference.

Try to find a car that fits your lifestyle

By Anthony Alaniz · Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011

To some, owning a car is considered a rite of passage, ranked with graduating high school, moving out and partaking in your first hangover.

An interview with Russell Brand

By Jerome Stuart Nichols · Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2011

British comedian Russell Brand will be taking the stage of the Eastern Michigan University Convocation Center this Wednesday, November 16.

Vagina Monologues searches for new talent

By Cosette Girardot · Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2011

A woman is many things. A woman is deep beautiful eyes that look passionate and emotional. A woman is hair, long and flowing, short and untamed.

Russell Brand comes to Convo

By Malaika Bass · Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011

Comedy fans on campus are anticipating the Russell Brand “Keeping it simple” tour event. Brand will visit Eastern Michigan University’s Convocation Center at 8 p.m.

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