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Dicey weather cancels morning classes, closes schools and leaves drivers in dangerous conditions

By Dan D'Introno · Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019

Eastern Michigan University classes remain open, while the Early College Alliance and Ypsilanti Community Schools cancel classes because of dangerous driving conditions due to high snowfall in the area.

Shots fired at Country Meadows apartment complex leaves many questions unanswered

By Dan D'Introno · Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019

Three shots were fired on November 1 at 10 p.m. at 212 Stevens Dr, Ypsilanti, Michigan. This location falls within the bounds of Ypsilanti Charter Township. It is unknown if the suspect has been apprehend or the condition of the victim.

An Evening with Dominque Jackson At Eastern Michigan University

An evening with Dominique Jackson at Eastern Michigan University

By Bianca Ramsey · Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019

Eastern Michigan University held an event on Tuesday, Nov. 5 with guest speaker Dominique Jackson from the FX show “Pose.” The event featured an hour-long discussion with Jackson.

Police Blotter: Nov. 4 - Nov. 8

By Tyler Gaw · Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019

The police blotter is a report of criminal activity going on in Ypsilanti and Eastern Michigan University during the week of Nov. 4 through Nov. 8.

Five art students speak on their artistic experience at EMU

By Sophia Kalakailo · Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019

EMU art students describe their experience in EMU's art program and their general artistic experiences.

Ypsilanti engineer accused of allegedly sharing confidential information with Iran

By Tyler Gaw · Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019

Ypsilanti engineer, Amin Hasanzadeh is being accused of allegedly sharing confidential information with his brother in Iran, who has connections with Iran’s cruise missile research. Hassanzadeh is said to have been a senior hardware engineer and had access to highly sensitive confidential information.

Native American Student Organization and Center of Race & Ethnicity host Fall Feast

By Megan Girbach · Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019

Students interested in learning more about Native American music and culture filled the McKenny Hall Guild Room for Fall Feast on Nov. 7.

Student Senate creates commission to tackle housing and food insecurity

By Jenna Robinson · Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019

During the Senate meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 5, Resolution 106-08, which was a proposal to start an ad-hoc committee to focus on the issue of food and housing insecurities on campus, was presented to senators. Senators also discussed Resolution 106-09, which would establish a fundraiser for the Student Emergency Fund where Student Government would match student donations that met certain criteria. Both of these resolutions were passed in unanimous votes.

2019 Annual Aging Lecture and Wellness Fair

Katherine Marx presents caregiving for persons with dementia at the Annual Aging Studies Lecture and Wellness Fair

By Keri Geis · Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019

Katherine Marx, a research associate scientist from the John Hopkins School Of Nursing presents to students and the aging population 'Helping Caregivers Manage Behaviors in Persons Living With Dementia’ at the Annual Aging Studies Lecture on Oct. 30.

Local non-profit organization, Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels, building broken into; safe stolen

By Tyler Gaw · Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019

A non-profit organization, Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels was broken into the morning of Oct. 25.,with the safe being stolen. The staff reported the incident to the community on their Facebook page. No further updates have been released.

Ypsi water tower carved into pumpkin at All Hallows Illumination

Pumpkins light up Frog Island Park at All Hallows Illumination

By Megan Morrison · Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019

Jack-o’-lanterns get their final hurrah in Frog Island Park. To finish the Halloween season off strong, Ypsi residents of all ages bring their pumpkins to put on display for the whole community to see. The charmed evening also featured entertainment including fire dancing, a monster violinist, and a tarot card reader.

Local Ypsilanti business, Haab's Restaurant, robbed at gunpoint by two masked men Halloween night

By Tyler Gaw · Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019

Haab's Restaurant was robbed at gunpoint by two masked men on Halloween night around 7:48 p.m. The two suspects fled the scene after taking the cash register by demand. The two suspects have not been found.

The Business and Finance Committee stood its ground when allocating money

By Jenna Robinson · Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019

The Business and Finance Committee was considerate and cautious when deciding how much money to allocate to organizations during the meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 29. The committee didn’t give every group the full amount that each of them originally requested. A total of $8,318.71 was allocated during this meeting.

Regents approve new academic program in Quantitative Economics

By Sophia Kalakailo · Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019

The EMU Board of Regents approved a new academic program for a Bachelors of Science in Quantitative Economics at its regular meeting on Friday, Oct. 25. The program will commence in the next academic year of 2020.

Education First Opportunity Scholarship yields positive results

By Sophia Kalakailo · Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019

At the Financial and Investment Committee meeting on Friday, Oct. 25, Kevin Kucera, Vice President and Chief Enrollment Officer, provided an update on the results yielded from the Education First Opportunity Scholarship (EFOS) since it was put in place in the fall of 2012.

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