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Student Senate Amends Online Classes Resolution

Student Senate Passes Two Resolutions, Bids Farewell To Two Long Serving Members

By Andrew Lenzo · Monday, Dec. 10, 2018

The Student Senate met Tuesday to hold their final general meeting of the semester. Although drama reigned over the political process, all the Senators were present to pass two new resolutions.

Police Blotter Dec. 2 - Dec. 8

By Olivia Grills · Monday, Dec. 10, 2018

List of reported crimes that occurred on and around campus between Dec. 2 - Dec. 8.

Message Condemning Antisemitism Tampered With, Hillel at EMU Responds

By Malaya Elgarico · Sunday, Dec. 9, 2018

Spotted earlier today by one of the Eastern Echo’s reporters is the tampering of a message condemning anti-semitism on the freedom walls located on the lawn between Pray-Harrold and the Snow Health Center.

Giving True Day Raises $800 Thousand

By Andrew Lenzo and Malaya Elgarico · Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018

Eastern Michigan University holds is sixth annual Giving True Day as a way to support and give thanks to different aspects of the university. One can make a gift to athletics, an EMU college of the donor’s choice, WEMU, special initiatives like the Undergraduate Symposium, and much more.

Police Blotter Nov. 25 - Dec. 1

By Olivia Grills · Monday, Dec. 3, 2018

Reported crimes on and around campus between Sunday, Nov. 25 and Saturday, Dec. 1.

Dr. Robert Turner discusses book "Not for Long"

By Shayler Richmond Barnes Jr. · Monday, Dec. 3, 2018

Dr. Robert Turner hosted a discussion and book signing at Eastern Michigan University Wednesday, Nov. 28, for his newly released book, “Not For Long,” which showcases the shared experiences and obstacles NFL players face while playing and when their athletic career ends.

Police Blotter Nov. 11 - Nov. 24

By Olivia Grills · Monday, Nov. 26, 2018

Crimes that were reported on and around campus between Nov. 11 - Nov. 24.

EMU’s spanish club hosts Noche de Carerra

By Noel Saval · Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018

As the Department of World Languages celebrates International Education week, Eastern Michigan University’s Spanish Club commemorated the occasion with their event Noche de Carerra, Monday Nov. 12 in the student center.

Student Senate Passes Resolution To Amend Tobacco Free Policy

By Andrew Lenzo · Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018

Before dismissing for Thanksgiving recess, the Student Senate announced the passing of three resolutions during their biweekly meeting held in the Student Center.

Josh Landon Visits EMU

By Andrew Lenzo and Dominic Sevilla · Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018

News Anchor Josh Landon visited Sponberg Auditorium on Wednesday to give advice to future journalists. Landon, an anchor for Fox 2 News, talked about his journey to his current job and answered questions from student journalists and broadcasters. Landon, an EMU graduate, shared his enthusiasm and knowledge with students.

Tamia Barnes working with Michigan Student Power Network

Hot button issues bring out Ypsilanti voters

By Dominic Sevilla · Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018

Despite the rain, citizens gathered at the Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Honors College from 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. to cast their votes in the midterm elections Tuesday, Nov. 6.

Police Blotter Nov. 4 - Nov. 10

By Olivia Grills · Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018

Crimes that occurred on and around campus between Nov. 4 - Nov. 10.

EMU Marching Band equipment staffer passes away

By Malaya Elgarico · Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018

A member of Eastern Michigan University Marching Band’s equipment staff was found unresponsive this afternoon in an office in the Alexander Music Building.

Senator Debbie Stabenow visits EMU for “Made in Michigan” campaign

By Shayler Richmond Barnes Jr. · Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018

Senator Debbie Stabenow attended Eastern Michigan University (EMU) on Monday, Oct. 29 on her “Made in Michigan” tour, a campaign where she highlights the efforts of people and businesses; an initiative to forecast her goals of bettering and growing Michigan, as well as an opportunity to inspire citizens to exercise their right to vote.

A discussion of the proposals on the 2018 Midterm Election ballot

By Olivia Grills · Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018

The major proposals on the ballot for the upcoming midterm elections were discussed among students at Eastern Michigan University (EMU) with the help of the League of Women’s Voters and Engage EMU.

EMU Jewish Studies Department welcomes Tony winning playwright to campus

By Rylee Barnsdale · Friday, Nov. 2, 2018

Tony award winning writer Lisa Kron shared this sentiment during her lecture on Nov. 1. “A Conversation with Lisa Kron” was put on by the Eastern Michigan University Center for Jewish Studies, and sponsored by several EMU academic departments including the Honors College, as well as the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor and the Ann Arbor Jewish Community Center 2018 Books and Arts Festival.

Campus Picnic and T-Shirt Exchange celebrate homecoming

By Olivia Grills · Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018

Students, faculty, and alumni gathered in the Student Center at Eastern Michigan University to celebrate homecoming week with a picnic and tee-shirt exchange.

Police Blotter Oct. 21 - 27

By Olivia Grills · Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018

Reported crimes that occurred on and around campus between Oct. 21 - Oct. 27.

Red Sand Project brings awareness to human trafficking

By Ronia-Isabel Cabansag · Friday, Oct. 26, 2018

Students walking between classes on Wednesday may have noticed patches of red sand overflowing from the cracks in the sidewalk. These were not the remnants of some poor student’s art project, but part of The Red Sand Project - an ongoing global demonstration aiming raise awareness about human trafficking.

Historian Dr. David Blight On Modern Impact of Frederick Douglass

By Melissa Moon · Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018

In conclusion of his two month book tour, former Michigan resident and current Yale professor, Dr. David Blight discussed his newest book, “Frederick Douglass: Prophet of Freedom” Monday afternoon in EMU’s Student Center.

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