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Farm Workers Boycott Wendy's

 Dozens of farmworkers, students, allies and community leaders gathered to rally outside of Wendy’s on Carpenter Street Saturday, March 9.  

Police Blotter: Feb. 18 - March 2

The 'police blotter' is a summary of reported crimes at Eastern Michigan University. 

Ypsilanti Community Supports Kent Hobbs At City Council Meeting, City Manager Resigns Days Later

Supporters for Ken Hobbs gathered at the Ypsilanti City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 5. 15 people spoke against the department's decision to hire a white candidate from outside Ypsilanti rather than of Hobbs, who is Black.

Guest Speaker Presents: The Accomplishments of African-Americans with Disabilities

Africology and African Studies Experts Answer What Racism Is in Panel Discussion in Celebration Black History Month

Africology and African studies experts gathered in celebration of Black History Month to answer the question, “What is Racism?” in a panel discussion open to students, faculty and other Eastern Michigan University community members.

Washtenaw County Prosecutor Decides Against Ethnic Intimidation Charge in Best Hall's Racial Display Case

The Washtenaw County Prosecutor has decided not to pursue ethnic intimidation charges in the Best Hall case at Eastern Michigan University.

Faculty Spotlight: Shayna White

Stepping off the sixth-floor elevators in Pray-Harrold, a laugh erupts which seems to be contagious. Following the laugh, a smile and bubbly personality emerges that brings smiles from everyone around. Senior Secretary for the English Language and Literature department, Shayna White, is relied on by many. 

Progress Made in Best Hall's Ethnic Intimidation Case

Some progress has been made in the case of ethnic intimidation in Best Hall.

Police Blotter: Feb. 11- Feb. 17

The 'police blotter' is a summary of reported crimes at Eastern Michigan University.

Cadets Training Lab at Matthaei Botanical Gardens

Eastern Michigan University’s ROTC students completed training operations at the Matthaei Botanical Gardens to prepare for their training camp that meet in multiple regiments throughout the summer.  

Students Rally For Action Following Racist Display in Best Hall

YPSILANTI -- Students gather after the Michigan Student Power Network Facebook account posted stating that a rally would take place at the residence hall following the racist display in Best Hall.

Malicious Racial Display Found in Best Residence Hall

EMU Faculty present work promoting Engagement and Community

The Faculty Affairs Committee meeting on Thursday, Feb. 7 set up to present three works to the Board of Regents on how they improve engagement within the community. 

EMU Student Affairs Committee discusses Professional Development, Residence Housing Association

During the Student Affairs Committee meeting, the Board of Regents received presentations Thursday, Feb. 7 from the Student Affairs Professional Development, Diversity and Community Involvement (DCI), and Residence Hall Association (RHA). These brief presentations consisted of an overview and updates that each organization has improved to help better the student community here at Eastern.  

Board of Regents Educational Committee Meeting

Eastern Michigan University held its Board of Regents Education Policies Committee meeting Thursday, Feb. 7 at 9:45 a.m., one of five committee meetings prior to the full Board of Regents meeting at 1:30 p.m. later that day. 

Board of Regents discusses Championship Building Plan, GPA of Athletes at Eastern Michigan University

The Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents met Thursday, Feb. 7 to review the Athletic Affairs Committee at Welch Hall. Here are some of the highlights of the meeting. 

Statement of EMU-AAUP

Student body president speaks on racial slur used by Eastern Michigan University professor

The use of a racial slur by an Eastern Michigan University professor sparked concern in an EMU student at the Board of Regents meeting on Thursday. That student is also the president of the student body. 

Eastern Michigan University Closes Amidst Extreme Polar Vortex

Eastern Michigan University closed classes for three days last week due to extreme weather conditions, making it too dangerous for students and faculty to commute to campus as well as a safety concern to travel across campus.  

EMU Rec/IM Renovations Begin, Student Government hosts forum

The EMU Student Government hosted a forum to discuss the future renovations to the Rec/IM on Monday.