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EMU College of Engineering and Technology renamed after alumni group GameAbove

By Cedrick Charles · Thursday, March 18, 2021

On Feb.18, 2021, the Board of Regents approved the renaming of the college of engineering and technology to GameAbove College of Engineering and technology. The name change became effective as of March 1, 2021.

Eastern Michigan University's Honors College starts a book club

By Emma Henri · Sunday, March 14, 2021

Every other Monday, Eastern Michigan University’s Honors College hosts a book club from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and is currently reading Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo.

Campus-Area Crime Map: March 8 through March 13

By Tyler Gaw · Sunday, March 14, 2021

The campus–area crime map is a report of criminal activity that has been reported in the Ypsilanti-area, as well as on the campus of Eastern Michigan University during the week of Monday, March 8 through Saturday, March 13.

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EMU hosts International Women’s Day Panel about the global impact of COVID-19 on women

By Catherine Lietz · Sunday, March 14, 2021

EMU hosted a virtual panel for International Women's Day about the global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on women on Monday, March 8.

"Your mental health does not define you:" EMU student creates nonprofit organization to help others

By Megan Forystek · Thursday, March 11, 2021

Hannah Palmer has started the Sunflower Project to promote financial assistance, community and education around mental health.

The Journal of Narrative Theory set to host their 2021 Dialogue event following flash nonfiction writing contest

By Emily Bernabe · Sunday, March 7, 2021

The Journal of Narrative Theory is hosting their 2021 Dialogue event, “Detroit as a Narrative Space” which will announce the winner of their flash nonfiction contest. Set for March 18th, the event will be a conversation on the city of Detroit as inspiration for those who live and work within it.

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Campus-Area Crime Map: Feb. 21 through March 7

By Tyler Gaw · Sunday, March 7, 2021

The campus–area crime map is a report of criminal activity that has been reported in the Ypsilanti-area as well as on the campus of Eastern Michigan University through the dates of Feb. 24 through March 7.

Senator application approved, Resolution 107-05 Denied by Eastern Michigan University's Student Government at last meeting

By Emma Henri · Sunday, March 7, 2021

During the New Business of Eastern Michigan University's Student Government's last meeting, a resolution was voted no and a new Senator was sworn in.

Eastern Michigan University’s Center for Jewish Studies is hosting a concert with Israeli/Palestinian singer Mira Awad

By Emily Bernabe · Sunday, March 7, 2021

The Center for Jewish Studies at EMU is hosting a concert/conversation with Mira Awad in honor of Women’s History Month. Awad has been a powerful voice in advocating for women’s rights, as well as peace and solidarity in Israel.

LatTosha Brown presents “Who Will Save American Democracy? The Role of Women, Young Voters, and People of Color in American Politics”

By Catherine Lietz · Tuesday, March 2, 2021

In Black History Month keynote address, LaTosha Brown, expert on Black voting rights and voter suppression, spoke on the future of American democracy.

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The University of Michigan’s Michigan Medicine holds 'Virtual Town Hall: COVID-19 and the African American Community'

By Bianca Ramsey · Monday, March 1, 2021

The University of Michigan’s Michigan Medicine holds "Virtual Town Hall: COVID-19 and the African American Community." The virtual event was sponsored by the Program of Multicultural Health in collaboration with the Ministerial Alliance of Ypsilanti, Ann Arbor and Vicinity, Messias Temple Church, and St. Joseph Mercy Hospitals (SJMHS) in Ann Arbor and Chelsea.

EMU's AAAS celebrates Black History Month with “The State of Civil Rights in America: What Does the Future Portend?"

By Bianca Ramsey · Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021

The Department of Africology and African Americans Studies holds Black History Month event virtually, with guest speaker Mark Fancher.

Campus-Area Crime Map: Feb. 10 through Feb. 21

By Tyler Gaw · Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021

The campus–area crime map is a report of criminal activity that has been reported in the Ypsilanti-area as well as on the campus of Eastern Michigan University through the week of Feb. 10 through Feb. 21.

Ypsilanti City Council decides to continue street closures and discusses gun violence during Feb. 2 meeting

By Catherine Lietz · Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021

Ypsilanti City Council expressed concern over the recent increase in gun violence and voted to continue street closures for small businesses during the pandemic.

EMU's Student Government elects a new senator and approves Resolution 107-04

By Emma Henri · Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021

The Student Government meeting held on Jan. 26, 2021 went over a new senator application and resolution. Both items were voted on and approved.

EMU online graduate programs in the College of Business and the College of Education among nation’s best in U.S News and World Report Rankings

By Emily Bernabe · Monday, Feb. 15, 2021

The Integrated Marketing program in the College of Business at Eastern Michigan University has been recognized as a top online graduate program as ranked by U.S News and World Report, as well as the programs within the College of Education.

MDE Awards 10 Cents a Meal Grants to Washtenaw Area Food Service Programs

By Cedrick Charles · Monday, Feb. 15, 2021

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) passes the 10 Cents a Meal for Michigan’s Kids & Farms program so that kids will have access to a nutritious meal. Included in the program is Ypsilanti Public Schools, which has been awarded a $15,000 grant for the 2020-21 school year.

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The Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) Human Services offers Free Virtual Support Group for college graduates

By Bianca Ramsey · Friday, Feb. 12, 2021

The Jewish Vocational Service (JVS ) Human Services are offering a Free Virtual Support Group for college graduates, who are Michigan residents.

Campus-Area Crime Map: Jan. 24 through Sunday, Feb. 7

By Tyler Gaw · Friday, Feb. 12, 2021

The campus–area crime map is a report of criminal activity that has been reported in the Ypsilanti-area as well as on the campus of Eastern Michigan University from Jan. 24 through Sunday, Feb. 7.

Virtual Speed Friending provided for EMU students to meet new people

By Emma Henri · Monday, Feb. 8, 2021

Eastern Michigan University’s Campus Life and Office of Wellness & Community Responsibility presents Virtual Speed Friending, every Thursday through the end of the semester. The event series is co-hosted by EMU students, Isabel Berg and Keri Geis, for EMU students to be able to make new friends with other students.

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"EMU completes 'Maxx Match,' achieves football fundraising goal as new NCAA regulations loom large" - Caleb Henderson

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