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EMU Starbucks now offers $1 reusable plastic cups

By Heidi Guenther · Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013

Starbucks, including the one in Eastern Michigan University’s Student Center, is now offering $1 reusable plastic cups to customers in an effort to promote a more environmentally friendly culture.

MI passes law to contain medical marijuana

By Kenneth Bowen · Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013

Michigan lawmakers passed a bill Dec. 14 that requires registered medical marijuana patients to transport their marijuana within a sealed container and in the trunk of their vehicle. If the vehicle does not have a trunk, the marijuana must be stored in a locked container out of reach from the patient.

Justice Hathaway announces retirement due to complaint

By Lisa Swearingen · Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013

Michigan Supreme Court Justice Diane Hathaway announced Tuesday that she will retire from the bench Jan. 21 because of a formal complaint filed by the Judicial Tenure Commission.

Snow removal rule may change to 24 hours

By Allie Tomason · Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013

Council member, Peter Murdock proposed an ordinance for snow removal at the Ypsilanti City Council meeting Jan. 8.

Secretary of defense nominee known for being outspoken

By Jennifer Kirby · Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013

Republican Chuck Hagel was nominated for secretary of defense Jan. 7 by President Barack Obama, who said Hagel would be the very first person of enlisted rank, as well as the first Vietnam veteran, to receive the occupation.

Kerry not first choice for secretary of state, but Obama says he’s prepared

By Jennifer Kirby · Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013

On Dec. 21, President Barack Obama officially nominated John Kerry for the secretary of state position. If the Senate accepts the nomination, Kerry is to take over the job from Hillary Clinton, who has served as secretary of state since 2009.

News briefs

By Danielle Willman · Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013

*No new information released on Niswender death* As investigation into the death of Eastern Michigan University student Julia Niswender continues, the Ypsilanti police have no new information to release to the public.

Congress passes first of two bills to aid victims of Sandy

By Jennifer Kirby · Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013

Nearly three months after Superstorm Sandy ripped through the East Coast, the U.S. Congress passed a $9.7 billion emergency aid package on Friday to help the victims of the storm.

Teachers’ federation, EMU agree on new 4-year deal

By Danielle Willman · Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013

Eastern Michigan University and the EMU Federation of Teachers, which represents approximately 100 full-time lecturers, have reached a tentative agreement on a new contract, according to a Dec. 26 release from the university.

‘Cliff’ averted; debt ceiling talks to come

By Danielle Willman · Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013

After months of tense negotiations, the U.S. House and Senate approved legislation to avoid the fiscal cliff on Tuesday. President Barack Obama signed the bill into law on Wednesday.

EMU 2012 commencement

By Danielle Willman · Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012

Approximately 2,000 Eastern Michigan University students were awarded degrees at the graduation ceremony at EMU’s Convocation Center on Sunday.

Jim Turnquist speaks at candlelight vigil for daughter Julia.

EMU gathers for candlelight vigil in memory of Julia Niswender

By Danielle Willman · Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012

A candlelight vigil was held for Julia Niswender Friday night on Eastern Michigan University’s campus.

News briefs

By Danielle Willman · Friday, Dec. 14, 2012

EMU faculty member death Mark Gallup, 51, a lecturer in Eastern Michigan University’s communication, media and theatre arts program, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday. Gallup is survived by his wife of 23 years, Maria Showich-Gallup.

Michigan works to ban synthetic drug phenethylamine

By Kenneth Bowen · Friday, Dec. 14, 2012

The Michigan Board of Pharmacy was issued an imminent danger notification Wednesday from the Michigan Department of Community Health’s Director James Haveman to begin the process of making the synthetic drug phenethylamine illegal.

Student Government works on programs

By Danielle Willman · Friday, Dec. 14, 2012

With the fall semester wrapping up, Student Government is working on several initiatives to improve the student experience at Eastern Michigan University. Student Body President Mathew Norfleet recently gave an update on several programs his administration is developing.

Snow Health Center temporarily evacuated for suspicion of fire

By Dominique Payne · Friday, Dec. 14, 2012

Students and personnel were temporarily evacuated from Snow Health Center at about 12:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 14. Fire and police were called in response to a suspicion of fire.

EMU increases safety precautions following student death

By Danielle Willman · Friday, Dec. 14, 2012

As the investigation into the death of Julia Niswender continues, Eastern Michigan University has put new precautions in place to ensure the safety of students.

Julia Niswender (second from right) attending the taping of Anderson Cooper’s talk show, “Anderson Live,” at NBC Studios during her trip to New York City.

Julia Niswender's professors, friends share memories

By Taylor Pinson · Friday, Dec. 14, 2012

Julia was described as a friendly, outgoing person, and her gregarious nature meant she was quick to make new friends among fellow students and professors.

Vigil to be held at EMU for Julia Niswender

By Danielle Willman · Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012

Eastern Michigan University students and friends of Julia Niswender have organized a candlelight vigil in her memory Friday at 8:30 p.m.

Julia Niswender (seen here on the left, with her twin sister Jennifer on the right) was found dead Tuesday night in her Peninsular Place apartment in Ypsilanti.

Niswender cause of death still unknown

By Bryan Alfaro · Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012

The Ypsilanti Police Department released additional information late Thursday afternoon regarding its continuing investigation into the suspicious death of 23-year-old Eastern Michigan University student Julia Catherine Niswender.

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