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Student Center to host Study Abroad Fair

By Michael Hintz · Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009

America is only one country in a world becoming more international. Like it or not, ideas and businesses are going global, and people are going global as a result.

Robyn Ochs (right) and her partner Peg proudly became one of the first homosexual couples to get married when Massachusetts legalized gay marriage in 2004.

LGBT activist Ochs to speak on campus

By Nicole Bell · Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009

During Bill Clinton’s first administration in 1996, the Defense of Marriage Act was passed which stated that “No State needs to treat a relationship between persons of the same sex as a marriage … this is a federal law.” While this act was passed 14 years ago it is still in effect today.

In hard economic times, most consumers look to stretch their dollar as far as it can go and Wal-Mart makes it easy for them to find deals. However, the competition usually drives local shops out of business.

Wal-Mart is easy on budget, hard on local businesses

By Jeff Gerding · Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009

It’s impossible to deny the popularity and influence of Wal-Mart. Almost everywhere you go in this country, you’re likely to encounter the Arkansas-based retail giant. Founded in 1962, the company has since spread through-out the world.

‘Trick ’r Treat’ becomes instant Halloween classic

By Jeff Gerding · Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009

Originally set to be released in theaters two years ago, Michael Dougherty’s “Trick ‘r Treat” finally was released direct-to-DVD last week. Normally, the phrase “direct-to-DVD” is short-hand for “too-awful-for-theaters,” and is reserved for horrible Disney spin-offs, unnecessary sequels and embarrassingly bad horror films. But “Trick ‘r Treat” is the rare direct-to-DVD release that is actually really good.

Speaker addresses social issues of hip-hop

By Adrienne Conner · Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009

Whether you are a hip-hop head or hip-hop hater, the Student Center auditorium on Tuesday evening was the perfect place to be.

Drop that energy drink and reach for juice instead

By Samuel Gant · Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009

Today we are bombarded by ads and marketing techniques from countless energy drink commercials. These commercials often tell us what the product does not contain but fail to identify its ingredients and how it compares to the drinks you would be enjoying as an alternative if you just picked up a cup of apple juice or V8.

Participants in the “No Strings Attached” activity play the roles of survivor, friend, or relative to show how a survivor might feel when she or he seeks help from those she or he depends upon and is turned down. The lecture, held by the Women’s Center, focused on the fact men as well as women can be victims of domestic violence.

Event inspires discourse on abuse

By Nicole Bell · Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009

This Tuesday the Women’s Center at EMU sponsored a discussion called “No Strings Attached: A Survivors Perspective.” Many people are aware that this month is Outober and Breast Cancer awareness month, but few realize its also Domestic Violence Awareness month.

The entire staff of the production worked together to get the show up and running for viewing, here staff is seen setting up the lights and doing checking to see if the light positioning is correct.

Award-winning play on campus

By Nicole Bell · Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009

In 2004, Sarah Ruhl wrote a charming and empowering piece called “The Clean House.” That same year it won the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize and was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. It is the tale of a Brazilian maid named Mathilde, the daughter of two comedians.

Local, national art shown at Ford

By Sam Gant · Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009

The Ford Gallery is currently having a public show, which features a combination of local and national talent. The collection of more than 30 paintings includes Eastern Michigan University faculty and pieces submitted from people all over the nation, chosen by show curators Amy Sacksteder and Michael Reedy.

One-Night Stands, Walks of Shame and Other Fun Party Games

By Jeff Klein · Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009

I’ve got a bone to pick. I’m getting a little sick of people’s attitudes towards casual sex. If I had a nickel for every time I heard people refer to the Walk of Shame, I’d drop out of school and start my own brothel. What exactly is the Walk of Shame?

Hungry for a new adventure

By Sam Primeau · Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009

Vegetarian or not, getting one’s daily dose of vegetables isn’t an easy thing to do. Just spend an afternoon watching television and you’ll learn from numerous ads getting enough fruits and vegetables is an issue millions of Americans face.

Student Org. Spotlight

By Jeff Gerding · Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009

For many people, philanthropy is seen as a necessary burden—something they know they should do but aren’t completely invested in. They understand the importance of helping others, but they don’t understand what it means in their own lives.

EMU, local high school students celebrate German-American heritage

By Michael Hintz · Friday, Oct. 9, 2009

It is a good year to be of German heritage, and EMU’s German Club showed just that at their fifth annual celebration of German-American Day last Wednesday.

Try Yoga to Relieve Stress and Discover a Healthier You

By Michael Hintz · Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009

Michele Bond has been an athlete her whole life, having competed at the national level in synchronized swimming and attained a third degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do. She has trained in jujitsu, arnis, gymnastics, stunt fighting and swordplay, and also enjoys running, weight training and kickboxing. So when she says yoga is the first of her athletic pursuits she has been passionate enough about to teach, it has plenty of merit.

Student artist show to electrify campus

By Michael Hintz · Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009

Looking for a place to showcase your artistic skills? Maybe you’re a dancer, a poet or you’re in a band. Maybe you make some other form of art, be it visual or tangible. Or do you just appreciate all these things and want to see more of them on EMU campus?

Diversion Dance Troupe celebrates 10th year with a performance tonight

By Jeff Gerding · Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009

Last month the Diversion Dance Troupe celebrated its 10th anniversary on campus. The group was founded in September 1999 by Monica Jones, who wanted to create an alternative for dancers at Eastern Michigan University besides the university dance team.

Where to find free food for your birthday eats

By Samuel Gant · Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009

Do you still spend lots of money eating out on your birthday? If so this article is for you. There are tons of free food coupons and birthday specials offered by many of the restaurants in Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor.

Student Center hosts 'Contemporary Sculpture' exhibit

By Samuel Gant · Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009

For the entertainment and pleasure of the Eastern Michigan University community, EMU has decided to have an exhibit entitled “Contemporary Sculpture” in the University Art Gallery. Many of the sculptures were put together again after having previously been made.

'Where The Wild Things Are' a less than magical world

By Jeff Gerding · Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009

On Tuesday night the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor hosted a special pre-release screening of “Where the Wild Things Are,” with all proceeds going to the non-profit writing and tutoring organization 826 Michigan.Before the screening there was a Q&A with the film’s screenwriter Dave Eggers, best known as the editor of “The Best American Nonrequired Reading” series.

Controversial student newspaper turns 40

By Charnika Jett · Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009

Four decades ago members of a radical student movement formed a newspaper that resulted in expulsions of students and the firings of professors at Eastern Michigan University.