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Two people set white carnations on a recovered steel beam from the South Tower of the World Trade Center, part of a memorial to honor 9/11.

Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti remember 9/11

By Courtney Prielipp · Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026

On Sept. 11, 2026, community members and leaders from Ypsilanti and Eastern Michigan University came together to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.

A brick building with a lampost and spaced-out bare trees in the foreground in the snow. The sky is lightly cloudy in the background. Another brick building stands to the right of the first.

What's the Move? Sept. 15-21

By Lelaina MacDonald · Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026

Events and activities during the week of September 15-21 in Ypsilanti and on campus at Eastern Michigan University.

Department of Public Safety hosts bike registration events for students

By Lelaina MacDonald · Monday, Sept. 14, 2026

The Department of Public Safety at Eastern Michigan University is hosting bike and scooter registration events.

'It has broken my heart': Community members speak at U-M, Los Alamos data center town hall

By Sam Peterson · Monday, Sept. 14, 2026

Community members gathered to voice their concerns to Los Alamos National Laboratory and the University of Michigan about a proposed data center in Ypsilanti.

An EMU player holds the ball while MSU players rush towards him on the field.

The Eagles lose 35-7 against in-state opponent MSU

By Darrell Justice · Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026

Eastern Michigan University loses road game against Michigan State University, 35-7.

A group of people stand outside for a photo with bushes and a sign that reads "Tom Patterson Theatre."

Honors College students celebrate Shakespeare with annual Stratford Festival trip

By Hannah Borders · Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026

Every year, the Honors College takes 24 students to the Stratford Festival in Stratford, Ontario, Canada, for two days.

Red carnations sit on a worn, dented steel beam that is displayed on steps with the words, "In honor of the many lives lost in the attacks of September 11, 2001, and to recall the courage shown by so many on that day, we solemnly place this memorial ... May we forever remember their lives and their courage. -Eastern Michigan University."

Looking back 25 years: EMU, local community recalls Sept. 11, 2001

By The Eastern Echo Staff · Friday, Sept. 11, 2026

Members of the Eastern Michigan University and Ypsilanti community share their personal memories of 9/11 in honor of the 25th anniversary.

The front entrance of a brick building with big windows and glass double doors. A dark green sign in front of the building reads, "Campus Wellness Center" in white letters.

Health Department report shows 12% decrease in suicide deaths in Washtenaw County

By AnnaBelle Favre · Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026

The Washtenaw County Suicide Report for 2025 was released in September of 2026, which is Suicide Prevention Month. The Washtenaw County Health Department shared resources for community members.

Two all black police cars are parked, with the sheriff office in view behind them.

Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office investigates use of force in Aug. 28 arrest

By Sam Peterson · Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026

The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office is investigating the use of force in a recent Ypsilanti arrest.

El-Sayed on U-M data center, university enrollment and affordability

By Laura Meriweather · Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026

Abdul El-Sayed, the 2026 democratic candidate for U.S. senate in Michigan, spoke with The Eastern Echo at the Detroit Jazz Festival on Sept. 5, 2026 about some of the issues impacting Ypsilanti residents.

People gather around a memorial featuring a steel beam from the South Tower of the World Trade Center.

EMU to honor 25th anniversary of 9/11 with Day of Remembrance

By Lilly Kujawski · Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026

In honor of the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Eastern Michigan University will hold a Day of Remembrance, including a ceremony at the on-campus memorial.

Multiple students are stood around the Student Center patio cheering and waving pride flags in the air while smiling.

EMU LGBTQ resource center to welcome students back to campus with BBQueer

By Hannah Borders · Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026

Eastern Michigan University's LGBTRC hosts BBQueer as a welcome back event every year. This year's event is on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026.

A man wearing a blue and white striped shirt with a dark blue tie stands outside to pose for a photo.

EMU education professor challenges incumbent in Saline mayoral race

By Hannah Borders · Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026

Michael McVey, professor of teacher education at Eastern Michigan University, is running for Saline mayor.

Information about the Together Walk for World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10, 2026.

Together Walk to bring mental health awareness to campus

By Lelaina MacDonald · Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026

The Disability Resource Center at Eastern Michigan University is hosting the Together Walk on Thursday, Sept. 10.

Carol Schlagheck smiles while outside with a garden and yard in the background.

Late EMU Professor Carol Schlagheck remembered for her 'courage' after 11-year cancer battle

By AnnaBelle Favre · Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026

Carol Schlagheck, a professor of journalism at Eastern Michigan University for 24 years, died after a decade-long battle with breast cancer.

Anna Pathammavong describes her entry in EMU's UG Symposium.

College of Arts and Sciences reorganization focuses on student opportunities

By AnnaBelle Favre · Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026

Eastern Michigan University's College of Arts and Sciences reorganized in the Fall 2026 semester.

A crowd sits indoors on chairs and watches a speaker.

Ypsilanti farmers and gardeners share their stories through YDL oral history project

By Laleh Walker · Monday, Sept. 7, 2026

The Ypsilanti District Library’s Superior Township branch held the is currently displaying the Ypsi Farmers & Gardeners: An Enduring Legacy exhibit, showcasing stories from its latest narrators.

One woman in black protective gear punches another, also donning a protective suit.

RAD self defense class for women returns to EMU

By Lelaina MacDonald · Monday, Sept. 7, 2026

The Eastern Michigan University Department of Public Safety is holding a women's self defense class this September.

A graphic shows items approved at the Sept. 1 Ypsilanti City Council meeting.

Ypsilanti City Council continues data center moratorium discussion

By Lelaina MacDonald · Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026

An emergency moratorium was discussed at the Ypsilanti City Council meeting that took place on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026.

A color-coded map of where city residential parking passes can be used.

Ypsilanti City parking permit renewal deadline approaches

By Lelaina MacDonald · Friday, Sept. 4, 2026

Ypsilanti residents can purchase or renew their residential parking permit until Sept. 30, 2026.