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EMU head coach Ron English looks on during Saturday’s 51-20 loss to Ball State

5 things to take away from EMU's 51-20 loss to Ball State

By Eugene Evans · Sunday, Sept. 22, 2013

With Eastern Michigan University losing its Mid-American Conference opener to Ball State 51-20, here are five things to take away from the game:

Ball State running back Horactio Banks blows past the defence during the Cardinal's game against EMU on 21 September at Rynearson Stadium.

Ball State spoils EMU homecoming, 51-20

By Derrick Vergolini · Sunday, Sept. 22, 2013

The Eastern Michigan University football team’s offense missed out on scoring opportunities, leading to a 51-20 loss to the Ball State University Cardinals on Saturday at Rynearson Stadium.

Why should you be homecoming royalty?

By Ashley G. Terrell · Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2013

Shara Cabay and Adam Reid Shara: “Adam and I should be the next King and Queen because we both have a strong sense of pride and love for the University.

If people take action, Detroit can be rebuilt

By Olivia Jackson · Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2013

Neighborhoods that once grew beautiful pastel peonies and shining marigolds are now barren. Homes that held memories of a bright-eyed baby’s first steps are replaced with blown out windows and graffiti-stained walls. This is the depiction of the average Detroit urban community. The urban communities have been neglected and left to wither away to nothing. With help and dedication from the community, neighborhoods can be rebuilt to provide better and safer living.

Ball State quarterback Keith Wenning has passed for 998 yards this season, the best in the Mid-American Conference.

2-1 Cardinals putting up plenty of points

By Derrick Vergolini · Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2013

The Ball State University Cardinals will be visiting Rynearson Stadium looking to spoil Eastern Michigan University’s homecoming weekend this Saturday. While the Eagles will be spending time studying film to learn the Cardinals’ game, here are some notes for the fans to take a look at:

Bona Sera gives off a sense of community

By Alli Wroblewski · Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2013

On the corner of West Michigan Avenue and Washington Street stands Bona Sera Café, with its twinkling lights in the windows and brightly colored chalkboard listing today’s specials outside.

Nuclear energy is a safe, cheap and clean alternative source of energy.

That’s what members of Clean Energy America, a nuclear energy advocacy group, came to Eastern Michigan University on Tuesday to say.

Clean Energy America endorses nuclear energy

By Taylor Pinson · Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2013

Nuclear energy is a safe, cheap and clean alternative source of energy. That’s what members of Clean Energy America, a nuclear energy advocacy group, came to Eastern Michigan University on Tuesday to say.

Student veterans of Eastern Michigan University are invited to help each other find balance among school, life and work during weekly group meetings. The Department of Veterans Affairs is hosting the open discussions at 3 p.m. every Wednesday in the Military and Veterans Resource Center at 401 Pierce Hall.

Weekly meetings for veterans in Pierce Hall

By Kenneth Bowen · Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2013

Student veterans of Eastern Michigan University are invited to help each other find balance among school, life and work during weekly group meetings. The Department of Veterans Affairs is hosting the open discussions at 3 p.m. every Wednesday in the Military and Veterans Resource Center at 401 Pierce Hall.

RiffTrax rips on films

By Taylor Pinson · Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013

Mike Nelson, Kevin Murphy and Bill Corbett, the stars of the later years of “Mystery Science Theater 3000,” completely eviscerated Paul Verhouven’s 1997 film “Starship Troopers,” making the RiffTrax live show one of their best shows yet.

Kanye raps in Mich.

By Andre J. Ellington · Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013

Controversial rapper Kanye West, who has won 21 Grammy awards for his work, is bringing his anticipated “The Yeezus Tour” on Sunday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. to The Palace of Aurburn Hills in Auburn Hills, Mich.

New teen drama ‘Ravenswood’ to air soon

By Kayla Boyd · Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013

If you enjoy the twists and turns of teen drama or thrilling mysteries, then beware because there may be a new television series for you to get addicted to, especially if you are already a fan of ABC Family’s hit show “Pretty Little Liars.”

Freshmen reflect on first week of classes

By Kenneth Bowen · Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013

The freshmen at Eastern Michigan University just finished their first week of studies, and said the receptive atmosphere assisted with their transitioning into collegiate scholars.

Mental illnesses: Let’s end the stigma

By Jess Salisbury · Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013

It’s easy to be afraid of something you don’t understand – why do you think people are scared of ghosts, death or One Direction’s fandom? But what happens when the very thing people don’t understand is that big gray blob of meat inside your skull?

President addresses the nation

By Dominique Payne · Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2013

“Tonight I want to talk to you about Syria, why it matters and where we go from here.”

Volunteering builds job skills through rewarding work

By Cherise Floyd · Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2013

Giving your time to help others selflessly helps to enhance your community and gives you a chance to make a difference in someone else’s life other than your own.

Up-and-coming hip-hop artist set to release album

By Joe Israel · Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2013

Around this time last year, a skinny kid from South Central Los Angeles with brave fashion sense and a penchant for lyricism released the best rap album of 2012. His name was Kendrick Lamar Duckworth.

Quarterback Benz follows family tradition

By Eugene Evans · Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2013

This time a year ago, redshirt junior quarterback Tyler Benz was then-senior Alex Gillett’s backup for the Eastern Michigan University football team, but by season’s end he had cemented himself as the starter and enters the 2013 season as the starter under center for the Eagles.

Pedro breaks tradition, goes own way

By Eugene Evans · Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2013

Playing multiple sports at a young age has helped redshirt senior co-captain midfielder Megan Pedro understand what hard work and dedication means to get to where she is at.

Volleyball team's home win

By Derrick Vergolini · Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2013

Eastern Michigan University volleyball clinched its first home win of the season with an exclamation point Tuesday night at the Convocation Center against Oakland University. The Eagles swept the Golden Grizzlies in three straight sets, 25-22, 25-18, 25-23, to improve to 4-4 on the year.

Women's golf looks forward to new season

By Brandon Karsten · Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2013

The Eastern Michigan University women’s golf team will try to take advantage of the few warm days left of summer to get the 2013-14 season off on the right foot.

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