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Eastern Michigan University updates COVID-19 policies

Faculty pickets to meet EMU students on move-in-day

Faculty pickets expected on Aug.26 for move-in-day.

Explore new outdoor courts outside of the Rec/IM the day before classes start

The new outdoor courts will bring a renewed buzz to campus.

Community coffee shop Café Liv opens in Ypsilanti in time for the fall semester

Looking for a study spot close to campus? Check out this new local coffee shop with indoor and outdoor seating. 

Ypsilanti mutual aid event Pull Over Prevention works to decrease unnecessary traffic stops

Attend this mutual aid fair in Ypsilanti on Sept. 10 and Oct. 8. 

Get to know Ypsi!

Ypsi has character. You can see it not only in the beautiful, historic architecture, but by the attitude of the people as well. Ypsilanti is a smaller town where one can bike from downtown to Depot Town, get to know local business owners, and truly take pride and enjoyment in where you live.  

The Newton of Ypsilanti and Mindo Chocolate have partnered up for a chocolate tasting and a truffle-making class

Tasting chocolate and making truffles while learning the unique bean-to-bar process.

Vintage and modern fire trucks will be on display at Riverside Park next week

Come out to riverside park on August 27 for the annual Fire Truck Muster.

Ypsi flea market offers rare finds on every budget

The Ypsi Flea and Swap market is open every Sunday through September from 10a.m.-3p.m.

Never Ending Farm holds horse camp for kids

Never Ending Farm offers different activities for horse lovers.

EMU faculty head to the bargaining table

EMU faculty, lecturers hold rally outside Strong Hall on Aug. 11.

EMU holds second Executive Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Venture Challenge program

Aspiring entrepreneurs have the opportunity to win $30,000 to launch their business.

Ypsilanti Town Recreation Department hosting first annual cornhole tournament

Ypsilanti will be hosting a cornhole tournament on August 27.

7th annual Heritage car show returns on August 13th at Gene Butman Ford

Have a car you want to show off? You can participate in the 7th annual Heritage car show, whether new or old.

EMU and Ypsilanti public safety officers hold fifth annual Bike Rodeo

EMU hosts event to promote bicycle safety open to all families.

Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels presents Pets for P.A.L.S to support their seniors

Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels hosts event to raise money for the pets of their senior clients.

Game Pawn opens Ypsilanti location

Game Pawn plans to hold a grand opening on Sept. 9.

Former professor gifts $1 million to the EMU Foundation

Give Rise receives a significant gift from former faculty member to expand civic education and language study programs.

Ypsilanti District Library introduces non-book items that are available for check out

Tools and kitchenware will now be available for check out at Ypsilanti District Library. 

Whitmer approves budget securing $9.3 million in funding for 10 Cents a Meal program

10 Cents a Meal provides for schools, early childhood education centers, and other organizations participating in USDA Child Nutrition programs.