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EMU makes exceptions for underage drinkers

By Chelsea Idzior · Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012

Eastern Michigan University has developed a new policy regarding underage drinking in response to a statewide medical amnesty law in effect since June 1 that creates exceptions to Michigan’s Minor in Possession laws. The new law states that a person under 21 years of age who voluntarily seeks medical treatment or accompanies an individual who voluntarily seeks medical treatment for overconsumption of alcohol will be exempt from a violation for the purchase, consumption or possession of alcohol.

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Debate energizes Romney campaign

By David Konarske · Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012

The president was the favorite against Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney leading into the first debate last week, but he came out looking like the challenger.

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Grad nominated for YDDA position

By Allie Tomason · Sunday, Oct. 7, 2012

Regan L. Parker, a graduate of Eastern Michigan University, was nominated for appointment to the Ypsilanti Downtown Development Authority at the Oct.

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Norfleet proposes DREAM Act

By Lisa Swearingen · Sunday, Oct. 7, 2012

The national Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors Act is a bill that would provide conditional residency to certain undocumented residents of “good moral character,” who completed high school in the United States, arrived in the U.S.

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Candidates need open, honest discussion

By Chris Hoitash · Sunday, Oct. 7, 2012

The first presidential debate of 2012, let’s do this. In what came as a surprise to probably everyone, Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney came across as the clear winner.

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Homecoming is a fun way to show spirit

By Patrick Seick · Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012

If you haven’t noticed the chalk on the sidewalks around Eastern Michigan University’s campus, random strangers asking for your vote on your emich.edu account or Eagle Nation’s energized (perhaps even more energized than usual) personnel, I should inform you that it’s that special time of year: Homecoming.

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Deal helps WCC transfers get associate degree

By Lisa Swearingen · Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012

Eastern Michigan University and Washtenaw Community College have recently signed an agreement modifying the reverse credit transfer agreement between the two schools, which will benefit students looking to pursue an associate degree through credits gathered at EMU.

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Autism center provides services, support

By Germaine Smith · Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012

Eastern Michigan University’s Autism Collaborative Center, located in the Fletcher Building on campus, provides a range of services and support for individuals and families living with autism spectrum disorders.

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Tigers take 1st in ALC, but bullpen weak

By Al Willman · Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012

The Detroit Tigers took first place in the American League Central earlier this week and as of press date, their magic number (the total number of team wins/losses by the Chicago White Sox) is three.

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The White Ravens playing in Ypsi

By Matt Rice · Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2012

Ann Arbor band The White Ravens have developed a decent following over the years, with two self-released albums and a third set to be released soon.

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