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Runners warm up for EMU's turkey trot

By Casey Blickenstaff · Sunday, Nov. 9, 2014

The Rec/IM and Office of Nutrition Services hosted the annual Turkey Trot Friday afternoon in the University Park. Kyle McAlear, assistant director of club and intramural sports said the goal is to put on a 5K race for the students, staff and faculty.

EMU decides not to renew charter with Gaudior Academy

By Scout Bostley · Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014

Eastern Michigan University has decided not to renew its charter with Gaudior Academy upon its expiration in June 2015, the university said in a statement Wednesday. Gaudior Academy, a kindergarten through eighth grade school located in Inkster, Mich.

Native American Heritage Month kicks off at EMU

By Drew Saunders · Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014

The Center for Multicultural Affairs kicked off Native American Heritage Month at Eastern Michigan University with a traditional celebration in the Student Center ballroom Tuesday evening.

Christine Tracy talks retirement, journalism

By Scout Bostley · Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014

Journalism professor Christine Tracy will retire at the end of the 2014-15 school year after 10 years at Eastern Michigan University.

EMU animal research plays by the book

By Amy Cooper · Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014

Eastern Michigan University is one of a few universities that abstain from animal testing. Instead, EMU uses the data collected in studying animals in humane animal research. Though EMU is not classified as a research-intensive university by Carnegie standards, it is still considered a research university.

Student Government hosts election party

By Arturo Rodriguez, Jr. · Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014

Eastern Michigan University’s Student Government hosted an After the Election Party in celebration of Election Day Tuesday night in Ballroom A of the Student Center. Student Government representatives were passing out t-shirts, food, refreshments and raffle tickets out to celebrate student-voters who took timeout of their day to take part in Election Day.

EMU cadets take part in Norweigan Foot March

By Kenneth Bowen · Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014

The 13th annual Norwegian Foot March was held Saturday at the University of Southern Indiana, and four cadets from Eastern Michigan University’s Reserve Officers Training Corps participated in the event and marched 18.6 miles in roughly four hours.

Snyder nabs re-election

By James Tatum · Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2014

Gov. Rick Snyder, R-Mich., was re-elected to another four years as the chief executive of the state with victory over Mark Schauer, his Democratic opponent. He was unable to carry his fellow Republican, Terri Lynn Land, the former secretary of state, with him to victory.

Police Blotter, Nov. 4

By Curt Allain · Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2014

Friday, Oct. 31 Officers stopped a male student who was walking into traffic near Adams Street and Emmet Street at 2:07 a.m.

News briefs, Nov. 4

By Amy Cooper · Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2014

“I Am a Black Man” – Redefining Our Identity Seminar held by B.L.A.C.K. In collaboration with Omega Psi Phi and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternities, the NAACP and the Society of Africology and African-American studies, B.L.A.C.K will be holding a seminar discussing the identity of black males.

iHeartRadio offers EMU students a unique internship opportunity

By Amy Cooper · Sunday, Nov. 2, 2014

Nay-sayers have proclaimed radio dead, and though “Video Killed the Radio Star,” the most recent drain on analog has been the Internet.

Tips for fighting the freshman 15

By Betty Adams · Sunday, Nov. 2, 2014

As freshman begin to settle into a routine, it can be difficult to avoid gaining weight. Here are some steps to incorporate into your routine to help combat the freshman 15.

Students need to protest what really matters

By Curt Allain · Sunday, Nov. 2, 2014

All hail the king. Football continued to show it reigns supreme on Friday when Dave Brandon’s resignation as athletic director of the University of Michigan was accepted by University President Mark Schlissel. The resignation was in name only; allegedly Brandon would have been fired if he chose to remain at his post.

Honors College to host open house

By Scout Bostley · Sunday, Nov. 2, 2014

Eastern Michigan University’s Honors College will be hosting an open house Monday, Nov. 10, from 4 p.m.

Police Blotter, Nov. 2

By Scout Bostley · Sunday, Nov. 2, 2014

Monday, Oct. 27 A Graduate Hall Director reported missing items from Wise Hall, including a wallet and a phone charger.

News briefs, Nov. 2

By Amy Cooper · Sunday, Nov. 2, 2014

Learn your Next Steps in Applying to Graduate School A workshop will be held in Pray-Harrold Room 326 Monday, Nov.

Heather Neff helps McNair Scholars strive for excellence

By Jordan Phelps · Sunday, Nov. 2, 2014

Inside Wise Hall there is a small yet warm office on the first floor that houses a few incredible human beings working toward an exciting future.

EMU hosts Benefits & Wellness Fair

By Casey Blickenstaff · Sunday, Nov. 2, 2014

Eastern Michigan University’s Human Resource department organized a benefits & wellness fair that took place Friday afternoon at the Student Center Ballroom. Hillary Stark, EMU HR project assistant said the goal of the Benefits & Wellness Fair is for benefit eligible employees, such as faculty and staff, to have an opportunity to interface with all of EMU’s vendors and have an opportunity to ask questions and learn about the services that are offered on campus, in relation to health and wellness.

Every vote counts

By Tray McGuire · Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014

With less than a week to go before voters head to the polls for local, state and congressional elections, candidates are making their final push to get voters on their side.

Large reptile threatens EMU's students

By Curt Alien · Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014

A large reptile, believed to be from the Mesozoic era, has recently been spotted living in the lake outside of the Eastern Michigan University Student Center, according to reports. The reptile has been described as having a long neck with a horse like head, its body is believed to have multiple humps and it is estimated to be between 20 to 30 feet long.