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A humorous look at one person’s take on the Eastern Michigan University computer “glitch.”

Dismissal email sent out by accident

By Danielle Willman · Monday, May 7, 2012

Many Eastern Michigan University students were alarmed on Friday evening after reading an email informing them of their dismissal from the university.

New center for Growing Hope opens

By Margaret A. Leary · Monday, May 7, 2012

Several hundred people helped celebrate the grand opening of Growing Hope’s new Garden and Education Center at 922 W.

EMU student proves effort pays off

By Krystal Elliott · Wednesday, April 25, 2012

While it may seem like job prospects for graduates are few and far between, there is some opportunity out there—you just might have to work for it.

Lt. Governor Calley explains how Michigan is still strong

By Katrease Stafford · Wednesday, April 25, 2012

In an interview with The Eastern Echo, Michigan Lieutenant Governor Brian Calley granted insight into Governor Snyder’s administration, outlined ways in which Eastern Michigan University is a national leader in autism research and explained the virtue in “taking chances and being bold” as a graduate in the state of Michigan.

EMU alum Dave Coverly to speak at commencement

By Katrease Stafford · Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Although Eastern Michigan University alumnus Dave Coverly has an impressive resume as a syndicated cartoonist with his comic “Speed Bump”—which is featured in over 400 publications and websites worldwide— Coverly said his upcoming commencement speech will not be about his experiences, but about the graduates and the next level of their lives.

Ypsilanti Symphony Orchestra continuing cultural tradition

By Carla Nodi · Sunday, April 22, 2012

According to Ypsilanti Symphony Orchestra Music Director and Conductor, Adam C. Riccinto, “If you’ve not heard an orchestra live, you’ve not heard an orchestra.” The Ypsilanti Symphony Orchestra, in partnership with Dykema, The Henry Ford and The Sphinx Organization, is bringing culture to our doorstep at 3:30 p.m.

EMU to get 4.95 % room, board increase

By Kody Klein · Sunday, April 22, 2012

Room and board rates will increase by 4.95 percent next year, as approved by the Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents in a seven-to-one vote at the general meeting on April 17.

Grant changes affect students

By Princess Gabbara · Sunday, April 22, 2012

Due to the changes in Pell Grant eligibility, many students at Eastern Michigan University are left to wonder how they’ll pay for class or whether they’ll graduate on time.

EMU drops twice to Miami

By James Highsmith · Sunday, April 22, 2012

The red-hot RedHawk offense proved to be too much for the Eastern Michigan University women’s softball team as it fell twice during the weekend series.

Balanced budget despite financial setbacks early on

By Kody Klein · Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Eastern Michigan University’s budget is balanced despite the decrease in state appropriations and the brief decline in portfolio returns that led to last fall’s temporary $4.6 million deficit.

Eagle Crest Resort: Money issues lead to management change

By Margaret A. Leary · Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Eastern Michigan University’s Board of Regents made major changes to the management of Eagle Crest Resort, during its meeting Tuesday in 201 Welch Hall, because under the former management arrangement the university had been losing “maybe $150,000 a year” EMU Chief Financial Officer John Lumm said.

Joys of punk rock made music buffs

By Carmen Bojanowski · Wednesday, April 18, 2012

For someone who has attempted to play multiple instruments and failed, and couldn’t carry a tune if my life depended on it, music plays a huge part in my life and has for a long time.

James leaves impressive legacy at EMU

By James Highsmith · Wednesday, April 18, 2012

“She just gets it.” You have no idea how many times I heard that while covering the Eastern Michigan University women’s basketball team. But it’s true – Tavelyn James “gets” it. While every sport has its superstars, it’s rare to possess what James has.

Regents to vote on fall room, board increase

By Katrease Stafford · Sunday, April 15, 2012

Eastern Michigan University students will see their 2012-13 academic year rates for residence halls, meal plans and apartments increase 4.95 percent if approved by the Board of Regents at its Tuesday meeting. During the current 2011-12 academic year, students with single rooms in Hoyt, Hill and Pittman Halls and Platinum 18 meal plans paid $9,546.

Middle-distance runner loves art

By Ashlyn Zarate · Sunday, April 15, 2012

“I don’t really know why I started running,” senior middle-distance runner Beverly Elcock said. Elcock actually began swimming at the YMCA with her older sister before she fell in love with running.

Speaker Series presents art, activism talk

By Cody Sanders · Sunday, April 15, 2012

Suzanne Lacy spoke as the last of Eastern Michigan University’s Porter Chair Speaker Series on April 12.

Review: Guys and Dolls' energy invades Quirk Theatre

By Jess Salisbury · Sunday, April 15, 2012

What would a guy do for a doll? The classic 1950s stage production, Guys and Dolls, ponders that very question.

Coleman cares about helping others

By Cosette Girardot · Wednesday, April 11, 2012

For most people, a journey to success begins with a single step. But what happens when taking a step is something you can’t do?

EMU's Halle Library's budget cutting getting serious

By Alex Price · Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Halle Library is preparing for another wave of academic cancellations this year, despite growing concerns that the library’s materials collection budget is dangerously low on funding.

Minaj's album good and bad

By Carmen Bojanowski · Wednesday, April 11, 2012

The only person in the music industry who gains as many puzzled looks and mixed reviews as Lady Gaga is Nicki Minaj.

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