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Millennials are the new lost generation

By Andrew Kocis · Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015

After World War I, an entire generation felt abandoned, and devoid of faith and hope. Their government had sent them to fight in one of the most horrific and bloody wars in human history.

Is psychology a science?

By Jennifer Kirby · Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015

Because psychology is one of my majors, I often find myself discussing whether or not psychology should be considered a science.

Examining a new generation of racism

By C.A. Joseph Peters · Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015

In the wake of revelations about Louisiana Representative Steve Scalise’s 2002 speech to the “European-American Unity and Rights Organization,” LA Times contributor Michael McGough tackled not the organization of obvious ill repute, but the theory behind ethnic and racial groups.

Don't tax our broadband

By Alison Basley · Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015

The Federal Communications Commission didn’t start its regulatory hassling when it took on Eminem’s lyrics in 2002.

Refugees, not illegal aliens

By Jacques Vorves · Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015

Over the past decade the topic of securing our borders has come up time and time again and it always ends up the same way – politicians and pundits screaming over illegal aliens stealing our jobs and bringing drugs and violence with them over the border.

Papel de Familia

By Jennifer Kirby · Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015

As you’re probably aware, many family orientated holidays have just passed. During the holidays, at least here in the U.S., there is an overwhelming emphasis on families during Thanksgiving and Christmas, but how exactly is a family defined?

Goals v. Resolutions

By Jane Elizabeth · Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015

As students, every day of school is about working towards that long awaited degree we hope will propel us into a better future.

The problem with white-washing in Hollywood

By Andrew Kocis · Sunday, Jan. 11, 2015

News broke recently that Scarlett Johansson has been cast as the lead in the film adaptation of “Ghost in the Shell,” an incredibly popular manga series.

Don't put race in a box

By C.A. Joseph Peters · Sunday, Jan. 11, 2015

One ought to talk about race like one talks about their mother's age: very rarely and very discreetly.

Is free education really free?

By Alison Basley · Sunday, Jan. 11, 2015

On Jan. 20, President Obama will announce in his State of the Union address a seemingly grand plan to make two years of community college “free” for American students everywhere, as long as they maintain a “C” or better average.

Is "free" education really free?

By Alison Basley · Sunday, Jan. 11, 2015

On Jan. 20, President Obama will announce in his State of the Union address a seemingly grand plan to make two years of community college “free” for American students everywhere, as long as they maintain a “C” or better average.

Why blind tolerance fails us

By Jacques Vorves · Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015

Generally when we think of tolerance we conjure up images of diplomatically accepting people for who they are or what they believe.

Columnist rightfully terminated

By C.A. Joseph Peters · Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015

Almost as surprising as seeing “Eastern Michigan University” trending on Facebook was seeing “Ann Arbor” trending too.

How writing for my college paper improved my life

By Jennifer Kirby · Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015

I joined staff here at the Eastern Echo during my first week of college back in 2012. Being involved in the campus newspaper, especially here at Eastern, has been extremely beneficial to me as a writer, student and person. I remember how nervous I was when I sent that first email to the news editor asking for information about joining the staff.

Smoking ban a solid decision

By Jane Elizabeth · Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015

Maybe you’ve heard it through the grapevine, seen it in a post on EMU’s Facebook page or read it in the Echo.

Representation in media

By Andrew Kocis · Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015

Think of some of your heroes—the characters and people that you look up to and admire for their strength, personality, determination or achievements.

Art programs worth keeping in Michigan schools

By Jennifer Kirby · Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015

Art teachers and art students at Creekside Middle School in Zeeland, Mich. are remodeling 100 end tables in every color, shape and size.

Interlocal agreement between EMU Regents, DPS and EAA

Staff Editorial: Decision to support the EAA is not TRUEMU

By The Eastern Echo Editorial Board · Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2014

The Eastern Echo Editorial Board has stayed away from staff editorials recently, focusing instead on “hard news” and objective journalism. After Friday’s Board of Regents meeting, where the Board voted to extend Eastern’s involvement in the EAA, we at The Echo could stay silent no longer.

Bowen Field House on December 10th, 1992 for a men's basketball game.

Column: Can a win over U of M improve fan attendance?

By Andrew Mascharka · Monday, Dec. 8, 2014

Six miles separate the Eastern Michigan Convocation Center and Crisler Center. Tuesday night, the “Battle for Washtenaw County” continues when the Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team travels those six miles to take on the University of Michigan Wolverines.

Letter to the Editor: EMU Faculty Senate's response to Regent Stapleton

Sunday, Dec. 7, 2014

Editor's note: The following is a letter to The Eastern Echo and may not reflect The Eastern Echo's views on the matter. December 7, 2014 Dear editors, In a statement attached to an article published Fri., Dec.