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The Echo announces student editorial board for the Winter 2022 semester

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, Jan. 17, 2022

If you are interested in being apart of the team, contact us now!

Eastern Michigan University reports all-time high of COVID-19 cases

By Tori Walz · Friday, Jan. 14, 2022

As EMU reports its highest number of COVID-19 cases ever, EMU students weigh in on safety measures, including delaying in-person classes and booster shots.

Eastern Michigan University students practice social distancing guidelines

Eastern Michigan University extends remote classes through Jan. 23

By Megan Forystek · Monday, Jan. 10, 2022

Due to rising numbers of COVID-19 on campus, EMU has extended remote classes through Jan. 23.

The Ypsilanti water tower on a sunny day.

A 24/7 substance use support hotline opens in Washtenaw County

By Tori Walz · Thursday, Jan. 6, 2022

WCCMH's 24/7 hotline allows Washtenaw County residents to receive a primary screening, a referral to a community-based provider, or guidance about how to get connected to services.

Free COVID-19 testing center opens in Ypsilanti

By Megan Forystek · Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2022

A new COVID-19 testing center has opened at 2515 Ellsworth Road in Ypsilanti, the site of a former Walmart.

Eastern Michigan University to host week-long celebration in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.

By Tori Walz · Monday, Jan. 3, 2022

Eastern Michigan University to host a week-long celebration in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and legacy from Jan. 14-17, 2022, with a wide range of events and activities for the community to celebrate.

Eastern Michigan University delays in-person classes until Jan. 18

By Megan Forystek · Friday, Dec. 31, 2021

EMU has canceled in-person classes for the first week of the winter 2022 semester.

EMU celebrates fall 2021 graduates with in-person commencement ceremony

By Marie White · Monday, Dec. 27, 2021

EMU celebrated summer and fall 2021 graduates with an in-person commencement ceremony, the university’s first since the pandemic began.

EMU Board of Regents approves $18 million 2022-2023 capital budget

By Tori Walz · Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021

Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents approves $18 million 2022-2023 capital budget. The capital budget plans to support improvements to academic facilities along with enhancements to campus and classroom technology for fiscal year 2022-2023 according to EMU.

Michigan High School Esports League: Champion Series at EMU

Michigan High School Esports League hosts state championship finals at EMU

By Daniel Magrisso · Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021

EMU hosts the Michigan High School Esports League championship on Dec 11. Students competed in League of Legends, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Rocket League.

Gov. Whitmer pens letter to senators calling for passage of federal voting legislation

By Areena Basmadjian · Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and 16 other governors penned a letter to the U.S. Senate in light of their upcoming vote on two proposed acts about voting rights.

EMU student Synene Maria Abukaram gains free college after winning 100K tuition competition

By Jessica Laroy · Monday, Dec. 20, 2021

Sophomore Synene Maria Abukaram won 100K in scholarship money after winning a Dr. Pepper sponsored competition hosted at the B1G Ten championship game.

Eastern Michigan University announces $200 million housing initiative

By Cedrick Charles · Monday, Dec. 20, 2021

‘Welcome Home 2025’ is an equity initiative that will invest into student housing, creating more affordable and quality student facilities.

Eastern Michigan University to host Afghan refugee families in campus apartments

By Megan Forystek · Friday, Dec. 17, 2021

EMU collaborated with Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County to house several refugee families from Afghanistan on campus until April 2022.

Echo Forward crowdfunding campaign launches to help move The Echo into the future of journalism

By Layla McMurtrie · Friday, Dec. 17, 2021

Learn more about Echo Forward now! This campaign runs until December 31st.

We The People Opportunity Farm helps formerly incarcerated people re-enter society

By Cedrick Charles · Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021

EMU alumni Melvin Parson starts a nonprofit organization helping formerly incarcerated men and women reenter society.

David Victor, Dr. Caralee Jones-Obeng, Dr, Victor Okafor, Chuck Coleman

EMU's Department of Africology and African American Studies receives gift of Maasai jewelry

By Tori Walz · Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021

The Maasai jewelry was gifted to the AAAS department to contribute to the advancement of the department’s educational mission.

'If one person wins, we all win.' New restaurant in Ypsilanti focuses on the community

By Marie White · Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021

LOT G, a new restaurant in Ypsilanti, offers a new space for community engagement.

Ypsilanti City Council discuss opportunities to enhance and protect trees and forests

By Cedrick Charles · Monday, Dec. 13, 2021

Ypsilanti City Council discuss the Washtenaw County Conservation District pilot project to enhance and protect trees and forests.

Motive still unknown after Ypsilanti man charged with felonious assault, says Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office

By Michael Dempster · Monday, Dec. 13, 2021

A 32-year-old Ypsilanti man faces up to 10 years of imprisonment after assaulting a man from Inkster that resulted in severe injuries.