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Leo Fabbri shoots a gun for the first time.

Englishman practices his right to bear arms

By Leo Romyn Fabbri · Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013

“Now, please remember: The items on this counter can and will kill something if given the chance, regardless of whether you are handling the .45 caliber or the .22.”

A gender-neutral restroom sign in Ann Arbor.

U of M’s new gender-neutral housing option great idea

By Rose Carver · Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013

It’s not very often a university is commended for being totally inclusive to people who exist outside of the gender binary. But recently, the University of Michigan announced gender-neutral university housing will be an option on their campus in Ann Arbor at the start of the next fall semester.

President wants a vote on gun legislation

By Jennifer Kirby · Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013

President Barack Obama addressed the issue of gun control at his annual State of the Union address Tuesday.

People should stay in Michigan because they desire to

By Robert Uldricks · Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2013

According to the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget, in 2011 there was a net loss of 47,347 people from the state. Michigan’s population has decreased in the last decade, while the entire American population increased. The number of people aged 25-34 living in Michigan has also been in decline since 2000.

Love is not about buying

By Jumanah Saadeh · Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2013

It’s Valentine’s Day and love is in the air. What’s the best way to show your love? Buy stuff. At least, that’s what the endless advertisements for products one might gift on Valentine’s Day are advocating.

Eastern Michigan Univeristy Women’s Resource Center is having a flash mob at noon on Feb. 14.

Flash Mob to back ending of violence

By Victoria Behne · Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2013

V-Day doesn’t just stand for Valentine’s Day anymore. For fifteen years now, Vagina Day has been celebrated to raise awareness about violence against woman. One in three women will be raped or beaten in their lifetime, according to One Billion Rising’s website; the organization works for the prevention of violence against women.

Men’s golf places 3rd at MAC Match Play

By Andrew Armbruster · Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2013

The Eastern Michigan University men’s golf team got off to a great start this season after finishing in third place at the Mid-American Conference Match Play tournament. The tournament was held at the Lake Jovita Golf Course in Dade City, Fla., and was hosted by Ball State University.

All men, women swimmers qualify for finals

By Eugene Evans · Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2013

This past weekend, both the Eastern Michigan University men’s and women’s swim teams showcased their underclassmen while sprinkling in a few upperclassmen at the Ohio State Winter Invitational in Columbus, Ohio.

EMU begins to serve gluten-free offerings

By Brian Gardner · Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2013

The Celiac Disease Foundation, which has been raising awareness of the disorder since 1990, reported 1 in 133 Americans have celiac disease.

EMU is celebrating its 1,005 international students Feb. 11-14.

International Week begins

By Cosette Girardot · Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013

Out of the more than seven billion people in the world spanning across roughly 196 countries, Eastern Michigan University has 1,005 international students from 81 countries. During the week of Feb. 11-14, EMU plans to acknowledge these students with their own event.

Valentine ideas for everyone

By Jess Salisbury · Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013

For a holiday celebrating the joys of romance, Valentine’s Day certainly has quite a turbulent love-hate relationship with many people.

Wrestling loses 31-6 in last MAC dual meet

By Raven Gardiner · Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013

In the team’s last Mid-American Conference dual meet, the Eastern Michigan University men’s wrestling team fell to the Central Michigan University Chippewas on Friday in Mount Pleasant, Mich.

The team has high hopes for the remainder of the season despite the early loss. EMU’s next match is in Anchorage, Alaska.

Close defeat for Eagles gymnastics vs. Ball State

By Al Willman · Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013

The Eastern Michigan University gymnastics team hosted a match against the Ball State University Cardinals Saturday night. The Eagles suffered yet another close defeat, this time losing by a combined score of 194.075-193.975.

EMU President Susan Martin and Provost and Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs Kim Schatzel

Schatzel appointed to three-year term on board of directors

By Bryan Alfaro · Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013

Eastern Michigan University Provost and Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs Kim Schatzel has been appointed to a three-year term on the board of directors for the Health Alliance Plan of Michigan by the Henry Ford Health System’s board of trustees.

Junior Natachia Watkins scored 12 points Saturday.

Pink ladies: Eagles ‘Play 4 Kay’

By Al Willman · Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013

The Eastern Michigan University women’s basketball team rebounded from a heartbreaking loss to Akron Wednesday night by defeating the Ohio University Bobcats on Saturday afternoon, 64-57.

Eagle women drop heartbreaker to Akron, 82-81

By Eugene Evans · Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013

Despite junior Natachia Watkins putting up her second double-double of the season with 14 points and 15 rebounds, it was not enough as the Eastern Michigan University women’s basketball team lost to the University of Akron Zips with 0.07 seconds left, 82-81, at James A. Rhodes Arena in Akron, Ohio.

‘Bad things happen to a lousy tipper’s food’

By Robert Uldricks · Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013

While surfing the Internet recently, I stumbled upon an infuriating tidbit on Reddit about a St. Louis waitress who was fired over posting a photo of a rude note left on a receipt. The message, “I give God 10 percent. Why do you get 18?” was written by Pastor Alois Bell.

Glenn Bryant was suspended from the EMU men’s basketball team Wednesday following his arraignment on felony assault and domestic violence charges.

Eagle men earn commanding win over Buffalo, 65-46

By Al Willman · Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013

Glenn Bryant showed no signs of being bothered by a sore knee Wednesday night as the Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team beat the Buffalo University Bulls 65-46 at the Convocation Center. “I didn’t miss any practice [all week],” Bryant said after the game.

Sequel to ‘Fist of the North Star’ pretty good, but similar to original

By Taylor Pinson · Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013

“Fist of the North Star: Ken’s Rage 2” is not a thinking man’s game. The game is available for Xbox 360, PS3 and Wii U, but the PS3 and Wii U versions are only available as digital downloads via their respective online services. I played the PS3 version of the game.

Norfleet to address students

By Bryan Alfaro · Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013

Eastern Michigan University Student Body President Matthew Norfleet will be giving the State of the Student Body Address on Monday in Ballroom B of the Student Center from 5:30-6:30 p.m., during which he will discuss Student Government’s priorities, initiatives and achievements for the 2012-13 academic year.

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