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Echo Q&A Series: Jesse Siordia flags Eastern as a great place for a women's football program

By Olivia Angel · Monday, Oct. 19, 2026

Flag football head coach Jesse Siordia talks about bringing the sport to Eastern Michigan University.

Shawarmix Grill brings new menu, fresh start to former GOT Burger location

By Daniel Obiagbaoso · Monday, Oct. 19, 2026

Sharwamix Grill reinvents its menu and restaurants, adding new flavor to W. Cross Street.

From apple orchards to pumpkin patches: Nearby fall fun spots beckon students to venture off campus

By Olivia Angel · Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026

Looking for some fall fun? Here are some spots near Eastern Michigan University's campus worth checking out.

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'Spooky Scary Politics: A Stand-Up Night' combines politics and comedy on campus

By Hannah Borders · Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026

Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist and EMU student Katie George performed stand-up comedy acts at "Spooky Scary Politics: A Stand-Up Night" hosted by Eastern Votes.

The State Capitol building sits on a grassy lawn next to trees.

Meet the candidates running for Michigan governor

By Hannah Borders · Friday, Oct. 16, 2026

What to know about the six candidates running for governor of Michigan.

A sandy brick building with a bright green awning that houses Ypsilanti Food Co-op.

What to expect at Ypsi Food Co-op Fall Festival 2026

By Lelaina MacDonald · Friday, Oct. 16, 2026

Ypsilanti Food Co-op is having a Fall Festival which will include entertainment, crafts, activities and more.

Brendan Kelly and the Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents sit behind a long desk with EMU's seal on the wall behind them in a large hearing room.

EMU Board of Regents ratifies faculty contract

By Laura Meriweather · Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University faculty union's new three-year contract was unanimously approved by the EMU Board of Regents during its regular board meeting on Oct. 15, 2026, making the contract's terms effective immediately.

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EMU announces location changes for Oct. 16 homecoming events

By Lelaina MacDonald · Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026

An email was sent out Thursday, Oct. 15 concerning changes to EMU's Homecoming weekend events.

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EMU party safety event teaches how to spot alcohol poisoning, access emergency services

By Kate Stephenson · Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026

The Oct. 14 “Party Safely” event hosted by Eastern Michigan University's Feminism for All Beings club included a discussion that covered medical amnesty, methods for helping highly intoxicated peers, fraternity safety expectations, police services and personal safety devices.

EMU officials say Ocasio-Cortez not expected to visit campus Friday

By Lilly Kujawski · Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026

U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, is not scheduled to visit Eastern Michigan University's campus on Friday, Oct. 16, despite some reports that she would host a rally to support Michigan U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed's campaign.

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Mind the sign: reserved spots require premium pass

By Lelaina MacDonald · Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026

Reserved parking spots on Eastern Michigan University's campus are now available for students and staff.

EMU opens break housing to all residence halls, application due Oct. 15

By Lelaina MacDonald · Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026

Students who wish to stay on Eastern Michigan University's campus over fall break must submit an application by noon on Oct. 15.

Homecoming 2026 promises something old and something new

By Bilal Ahmed · Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026

What to expect for Eastern Michigan University's 2026 homecoming celebration.

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What's the Move? Oct. 13-19

By Lelaina MacDonald · Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026

Here are some events happening during the week of Oct. 13-19, 2026.

A blue sign in front of a building says, "City of Ypsilanti Police Department."

Ypsilanti police chief reports crime uptick, staffing challenges

By Lelaina MacDonald · Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026

Ypsilanti Police Chief Timothy Anderson gave an Oct. 6, 2026, presentation of crime in the city.

Balloons spelling out "EMU" are next to a big inflatable Block E.

Homecoming Week events at a glance

By Lelaina MacDonald · Monday, Oct. 12, 2026

Eastern Michigan University will offer several homecoming events for students, staff and alumni.

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Cultural Expo! brings food, music and community to EMU

By Courtney Prielipp · Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026

On Oct. 3, Eastern Michigan University's International Student Association and Southeast Asian Student Alliance hosted a Cultural Expo! event on campus.

Tables are set up outside next to the Student Center.

EMU Mental Health and Wellness Fair highlights campus, local resources

By Lelaina MacDonald and Katelyn Hollis · Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026

Eastern Michigan University had its Mental Health and Wellness Fair Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026.

Multiple African Americans wearing shirts with American flags on them holding a sign that says "Michigan Department of State". Many are smiling and waving miniature American flags.

Meet the candidates running for Michigan secretary of state

By Hannah Borders · Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026

There are five candidates running for Michigan's secretary of state.

Meet the candidates running for Michigan House of Representatives District 32

By Hannah Borders · Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026

What to know about the candidates running for Michigan House of Representatives District 32.