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EMU student petition urges university to remove MLK Luncheon speaker

Students for Justice in Palestine at Eastern Michigan University call for the removal of MLK Luncheon speaker, Karine Jean-Pierre.

1 current, 2 former EMU men's basketball players federally indicted on sports bribery charges

One current and two former players for the Eastern Michigan University men's basketball team were federally indicted on alleged point shaving and sports bribery charges.

No gun found in car of driver shot, killed by police in Ypsilanti

No gun was recovered in the car of a driver who was shot and killed by police in Ypsilanti after fleeing officers in the early morning of Jan. 6, 2026.

Student government operations gear up for the 2026 election cycle

Eastern Michigan University students can prepare to cast their ballots for student body president, vice president and senator positions in this year's student government election.

EMU to recognize MLK Day with week-long celebration

Eastern Michigan University celebrates the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with a week full of events open to students and staff.

Ypsilanti residents, officials respond, raise questions after 30-hour barricade incident

On Jan. 11, 2026, neighbors united on the front lawn in front of the West Cross Street house, where on Jan. 4 and 5, 2026, police spent more than 30 hours in crisis negotiations with a man, 53, who barricaded himself inside. In a display of support for the man, residents and some elected officials raised questions about the police response to the incident.

Western Michigan’s second-half surge halts Eastern Michigan in Kalamazoo, 79-62

Despite holding a six-point halftime lead, the Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team fell to Western Michigan University at University Arena, 79-62

Student workers to see pay increase Jan. 1 as minimum wage goes up

On Jan. 1, 2026, the hourly minimum wage in the state of Michigan will increase to $13.73. This is a part of Senate Bill 8, which will continue increasing minimum wage in Michigan as inflation continues rising.

Last chance to grab free $10 Ypsi Explore gift cards

There is still time for Eastern Michigan University students, staff and faculty to pick up an Explore Ypsi gift card on Dec. 19, 2025.

WEMU perseveres through difficulty to serve community

WEMU's general manager Mary Motherwell, who goes by Molly, talked with The Eastern Echo about WEMU's recent recognition by the Board of Regents and upcoming move to the Halle Library, as well as how the loss of federal funding has impacted the station.

The Finals Lounge provides relief from the stress of exams

Eastern Michigan University Public Safety urges safety precautions amid inclement weather

Inclement weather may cause university closures, and it is important to follow safety recommendations.

What Education Department changes mean for Eastern Michigan University

The U.S. Department of Education has partnered with four other agencies in six new agreements. This is the first step of many to dismantle the Department of Education by separating responsibilities amongst other government agencies.

Eastern Michigan University names alum Brendan Kelly as president-elect

The Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents unanimously elected Brendan B. Kelly as the university's new president today, Dec. 10, 2025.

Ypsilanti will now observe Veterans Day as official holiday

Ypsilanti City Council approved a resolution on Dec. 9, 2025, to observe Veterans Day as an official holiday.

Ypsilanti City Council approves social district for Depot Town

At its Dec. 9, 2025 meeting, the Ypsilanti City Council approved a plan to begin a social district allowing public consumption of alcohol in designated areas of Depot Town.

Ypsilanti moves forward with Water Street redevelopment

Ypsilanti City Council voted to move forward in the Water Street redevelopment project, approving an ad hoc citizens committee and the project timeline at the Dec. 9, 2025, council meeting.

Eastern Michigan University, other universities see impact of student visa, travel restrictions

Following executive actions from the federal government, Eastern Michigan University saw a 32% decrease in international freshmen student enrollment for the fall 2025 semester.

EMU responds as birth rates, high school graduate population drive enrollment decline

As the State of Michigan continues to grapple with decreased enrollment in higher education, Eastern Michigan University is responding to the challenge.

Eastern Michigan University Regents to elect, introduce new president next week

The Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents will hold a special meeting next week to formally elect and introduce the next president of EMU.