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News briefs, Jan. 25

Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015

Monday, Jan. 26 "And There’s the Humor of It": Shakespeare and the Four Humors Come and examine the intersection of medical theory and literature with this panel exhibition on loan from the National Library of Medicine, all day at the Halle Library. Workplace Equality; LGBT Polices and Practice State Senator Rebekah Warren and a panel of researchers, advocates, and Human Resource professionals examine impacts of workplace discrimination.

“I’m not sure. I don’t worry about it that much. I don’t know anything about it.”Dane Smith, undecided, freshman

Eagle on the street, Jan. 25

By Allie Tomason · Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015

Climate change is a hot topic in current events, even being mentioned in the State of the Union Address. The Echo asked students: “Do you think that climate change is a real issue that Americans should be worried about?

Holman Success Center Hosts Second Workshop in Winter Series

By Allie Tomason · Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015

Several Eastern Michigan University students gathered in Room G07A, located in the Bruce T. Halle Library, Friday afternoon to participate in a time management workshop.

Students Learn Mindfulness

By Sarah Lewis · Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015

Eastern Michigan University students practiced mindfulness and relaxation in the “Mindful Being” meditation program at Snow Health Center Friday.

Police investigating report of armed robbery

By Nora Naughton · Friday, Jan. 23, 2015

The Ypsilanti Police Department is investigating a report of an armed robbery, which occurred at 2 a.m.

Reporter, author visits EMU to talk Detroit revival

By Nora Naughton · Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015

John Gallagher, journalist and author, visited Eastern Michigan University Tuesday evening to kick off the three-part lecture series, “The Future of Urban Michigan,” hosted by the Political Science department. Gallagher is a veteran reporter at the Detroit Free Press, where he co-wrote the award-winning enterprise story “How Detroit went broke” with EMU and Echo alumnus Nathan Bomey.

"I think it's important. Before I was even involved in Student Government I had a slight interest in the State of the Union. Now that I have become more involved and more involved politics I think its very interesting. It sets the tone for the presidency." Desmond Miller, Senior, Public Administration

Eagle on the street, Jan. 21

By Curt Allain · Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015

Will you be watching the State of the Union Address and why?

Full text of 2015 State of the Union Address

State of the Union address stresses the importance of middle class economics

By Curt Allain · Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015

President Barrack Obama delivered his sixth State of the Union address Tuesday evening on the floor of the House of Representatives in the Capitol Building in Washington D.C. “...tonight, we turn the page,” Obama said.

ASA tries to break down cultural divide

By Scout Bostley · Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015

During the Martin Luther King Day celebration, Eastern Michigan University hosted 13 academic program—many of which were LBC approved. The African Student Association hosted their first academic program Monday afternoon, titled “The African/African-American Divide.” The program was a panel lead discussion about breaking the barrier between the African and African-American cultures.

Dick Gregory gives keynote address for EMU MLK Day celebration

By Scout Bostley · Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015

Comedian, humanitarian activist and civil rights activist, Dick Gregory, graced the stage Monday in the Student Center Auditorium to speak in celebration of MLK day at Eastern Michigan University. The event not only filled the auditorium but had an overflow of people in room 310 of the Student Center eager to see Gregory speak.

Writing Center offers students help with their writing

By Arturo Rodriguez, Jr. · Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015

Eastern Michigan University’s Writing Center, in its current form, has been building a stellar reputation of providing the EMU community with an opportunity to improve its writing works since 2010.

YPD investigating report of aggravated assault

By Nora Naughton · Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015

The Ypsilanti Police Department is investigating a reported aggravated assault that took place around 4 a.m.

Martin Shichtman named College Educator of the Year

By Drew Saunders · Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015

The English department's Martin Shichtman has received the College Educator of the Year Award from the Michigan Council for the Social Studies.

News briefs, Jan. 18

By Scout Bostley · Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015

Martin Luther King Day Breakfast To kick-off MLK day, the free MLK breakfast will be from 8 to 9:30 a.m.

EMU History Department presents Dr. Patti Duncan

By Drew Saunders · Saturday, Jan. 17, 2015

The 2014-2015 EMU history speakers’ series continued with Dr. Patti Duncan, from Oregon State University.

EMU students walk to important historic sites during the Martin Luter King Commemorative March on Jan 15, 2015 on Eastern Michigan University's campus.

Students march on EMU

By Sarah Lewis · Friday, Jan. 16, 2015

Students chanted “No Justice, no peace!” in reference to the recent shooting of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, and sang the civil rights anthem “We Shall Overcome.” The procession made several stops at various buildings and memorials including the Marshall Building and the Cesar Chavez fountain. And members of Alpha Kappa Alpha sang a spiritual melody while embracing the MLK memorial statue.

Star lecturer Delph talks happiness

By Curt Allain · Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015

Students lined the room, sat in the isles and jostled each other for space to hear Ronald Delph deliver his message for the fourth installment of the Honors College’s Star Lecture Series in an over capacity Halle Library Auditorium Tuesday. “Happiness is something we can control,” Delph said.

“Yes, because I think that money should not be a barrier for people pursuing higher education.”Adrianna Duchene, social work, senior

Eagle on the Street, Jan. 14

By Allie Tomason · Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015

President Obama announced, Jan. 8, a proposal in favor of free, “for anyone willing to work for it,” community college tuition.

Scholarships available to you

By Meghan Koglin · Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2015

Eastern Michigan University lists more than 600 scholarships on its financial aid page. Many of these scholarships can be awarded during a student’s freshman year or after. Scholarships can be specific to colleges within the university, departments and majors.

Students use Magic to come together

By Casey Blickenstaff · Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2015

As clouds darken the sky and the wind outside howls, a group of Eastern Michigan University students meet in McKenny Hall no matter the weather.