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Ellen Gold presents to the Board of Regents.

Dean of Students presents to the Board of Regents

By Dan D'Introno · Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019

Since the department’s formalization in 2016, the Dean of Students has received nearly 450 requests of notification for professors of student emergency absence. The office will provide solutions to students encompassing a variety of situations including student hospitalization, physical or mental health concerns, personal crisis or family emergency concerns.

Eagle Filmmakers Association gives students "hands-on experience" in film production

By Megan Girbach · Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019

EFA welcomes all EMU students, even if they have no experience in film whatsoever. They make short films, host workshops and provide mentorships and networking for those who want to work professionally in film. The group meets every Thursday from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. in room 330 at the Student Center during the Fall and Winter semesters.

EMU's Campus Life and Student Center team up to host Pumpkin Carving on the patio

By Megan Girbach · Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019

The Student Center patio was filled with eager pumpkin-carving contest participants on Oct. 29. At the event, students were able to create all kinds of fun and spooky designs to celebrate Halloween at EMU. Not only could students participate in pumpkin-carving, they could also listen to music provided by DJ LiXxer, take Halloween photos in the photo booth, enjoy free hot chocolate and apple cider and enter giveaways from Amazon and the EMU Bookstore.

EMU men's golf presented with recognition

EMU Board of Regents overview

Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019

All of the Echo's coverage of Eastern Michigan University's Board of Regents meeting on Friday.

Hustle and motivation behind Kristina Millman-Rinaldi

By Bianca Ramsey · Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019

Kristina Milliman-Rinaldi was able to connect with EMU students by given them a chance to ask question about behind the scene on the working field

Faculty engagement in student recruitment show positive effects on enrollment

By Megan Morrison · Monday, Oct. 28, 2019

Typically, faculty are not too engaged with the process of recruiting students. At the recent Regents meeting on Oct. 24, several faculty members showed how their programs were successfully increasing enrollment rates. It is hoped that the success of these programs will inspire other faculty campus-wide to develop their own programs to bring in more students to EMU.

EMU President James Smith at 9/11 ceremony

EMU President James Smith approved for three-year contract extention

By Andrew Lenzo · Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019

Smith is excited to serve and is looking forward to tackling the current concerns of faculty, staff and students.

EMU announces new partnership with Beibu Gulf University in China

By Andrew Lenzo · Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019

The new 15 year partnership will create the BGU and EMU Joint College of Engineering. The campus will be located in Guangxi Zhaung Autonomous Region of China.

Police Blotter: Oct. 21 - Oct. 26

By Tyler Gaw · Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019

The police blotter is a report of criminal activity going on in Ypsilanti and Eastern Michigan University during the week of Oct. 21 through Oct. 26.

Renovation of Roosevelt Hall to be presented as top state capital outlay request for Fiscal Year 2021

By Sophia Kalakailo · Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019

EMU will present the renovation of Roosevelt Hall as its top state capital outlay request for Fiscal Year 2021.

New IHA Health Center @ EMU and wellness center

New IHA Heath Center @ EMU will open Nov. 4

By Andrew Lenzo · Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019

The community health center is a collaboration between IHA, Eastern Michigan University and St. Joseph Mercy Health Center.

YpsiGLOW lights up downtown Ypsilanti

By Sophia Kalakailo · Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019

The fourth annual YpsiGLOW took place on Friday, Oct. 25, attracting community members of all ages and lighting up the streets of downtown Ypsilanti.

Best Buddies enhances lives of people with developmental disabilities

By Megan Girbach · Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019

Best Buddies is a student organization at EMU that "enhances the lives of people with developmental disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships." The buddies meet face-to-face twice a month and participate in social outings once a month with the whole chapter.

EMU's LGBT Resource Center and QUEST host Creativity Night

By Megan Girbach and Keri Geis · Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019

The Queer Unity for Eastern Students partnered with the LGBT Resource Center to host a creativity night. The event aimed to relieve stress for students as they prepare for midterms.

Trap Karaoke displays culture and history

By Keri Geis · Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019

Oct. 8, 2019 in EMU’s Student Center Ballroom, The Nation organized and put on EMU’s own Trap Karaoke event. The Ballroom was full of energy and self-expression as a community through singing, rap and dance.

Sen. Gary Peters to speak at Dec. 15 commencement

By Austin Elliott · Friday, Oct. 25, 2019

Sen. Peters was first elected as a U.S. Senator from Michigan in 2014, following a long history of public service. Peters has been approved as commencement speaker for the Dec. 15 ceremony.

EMU men's golf team and coach Bruce Cunningham recognized at board of regents meeting

By Andrew Lenzo and Austin Elliott · Friday, Oct. 25, 2019

The team earned their third title in franchise history this past season and set a school record.

Smith, Ethan Student Government President

Student Government teams up with EMU Foundation to launch Student Emergency Fund

By Jenna Robinson · Friday, Oct. 25, 2019

Student Government and the EMU Foundation worked together to fund and begin the Student Emergency Fund. This fund allows students who are struggling financially to reach out for help and receive a $750 grant if applicable.

Prolife and Prochoice Student Government

Inequality of free speech on campus becomes concern for EMU Student Government

By Jenna Robinson · Friday, Oct. 25, 2019

During the Senate meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 22, Senator Nick Galluzzo and representatives from Protect Life at EMU made the Student Government aware of the destruction of the pro-life chalk messages on campus. Planned Parenthood Next Generation said they did not encourage any destructive behavior from its members. Galluzzo said he plans to write a resolution addressing the inequalities evident in the current campus climate.

New EMU student senators sworn into office

By Jenna Robinson · Friday, Oct. 25, 2019

On Tuesday, Oct. 22, Student Government listened to the ideas and agendas of applicants running for the two available Senate chairs. After a lengthy meeting and multiple votes, the Senate chose Duaa Aljirafi and Domenic Dame for the positions. They encouraged those who did not get chosen to try again at a later time or pursue a delegate position.