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EMU appoints Jennifer Kellman Fritz as dean of the College of Health and Human Services

Jennifer Kellman Fritz has been appointed dean of the College of Health and Human Services. 

Ypsilanti's annual Juneteenth celebration returns for 2023

Ypsilanti’s Juneteenth celebration begins June 16.

Ypsilanti District Library announces annual Summer Challenge

The Ypsilanti District Library’s Summer Challenge will begin on June 10 and conclude on Aug. 27.

Ypsi Pride kicks off pride month with events for the community in Depot Town

Ypsi Pride will host a large pride celebration on June 2 to kick off the start of pride month. 

Riverside Fine Arts Club hosts third showcase in Ypsilanti

The arts club is inspired by the Detroit Fine Arts Breakfast Club, and allows most 2-D and 3-D types of art at the show. 

What's the move? Summer Edition

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washtenaw County announce merger with Metro Detroit chapter

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washtenaw County and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Detroit combine their two organizations. 

2 West Ypsi hosts stand-up comedy show in downtown Ypsilanti

Upcoming stand-up comedy show in Ypsilanti will feature local comedians.

New savings program for students launches in Washtenaw County

A new Washtenaw County program aims to support the financial futures of students while providing investment resources to guardians.

Eastern Michigan University Alumni start scholarship in the name of Aishwarya Thatikonda

EMU Construction Management Alumni Chapter hopes to honor the legacy of alumna Aishwarya Thatikonda, a victim of the Allen, Texas mass shooting. 

Writing inspiration event is coming to Ypsilanti District Library

The event titled Life Lines will be held on Saturday, May 20.

Eastern Michigan University celebrates $130K gift donation to Swoop's Food Pantry

Swoop’s Food Pantry renovates its building with recent donation.

Ypsilanti Community Schools helps host F.A.C.E. Mental Health Awareness Fair

The F.A.C.E. Mental Health Awareness Fair aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health and promote mental wellbeing.

Michigan National Guard to improve Women Service Member facilities after receiving $26 million in federal funding

The Michigan Army National Guard received $26 million in federal funding to improve women's facilities at armories across the state.

MIOCA to host their 12th annual Mother’s Day 5k and 1k Fun Run/Walk

Pam Dahlmann, co-founder of the Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance, continues to honor her late mother and those impacted by ovarian cancer with the 12th annual Mother's Day Time to Teal race.

Ypsilanti activists organize discussion of reparations for Black community members

New farmers market will offer learning opportunities to Washtenaw County

Org Spotlight: Amplifying the Arts!

Amplifying the Arts, or AMP, gives students the chance to hone in on their creativity and freedom to express themselves through artistic expression. 

Letter from the Editor: A goodbye to my second home

Swoop's Pantry Appliance Pick Up Program: A sustainable solution for students moving off-campus

Students can now donate their unwanted appliances to Swoop’s Pantry without leaving their room! Simply contact Swoop’s and they’ll come take your appliance away in no time. Saving you the hassle of finding it a new home or recycling it yourself.