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EMU offers autism education and services

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The Autism Collaborative Center, a place for individuals and families struggling with autism, is opening its doors on Eastern Michigan University’s campus this fall with an open house on Wednesday. The center will offer services to the community as well as interdisciplinary learning for students at EMU.


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Aggravated assault on Huron Drive under police investigation

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Police are investigating an aggravated assault that took place near Eastern Michigan University Monday, according to a release from EMU Police. According to an e-mail release to the “campus community” this afternoon, an EMU student was assaulted by three men on the 800 block of Huron River Drive near Ann Street at 9 p.m.



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Drop that energy drink and reach for juice instead

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Today we are bombarded by ads and marketing techniques from countless energy drink commercials. These commercials often tell us what the product does not contain but fail to identify its ingredients and how it compares to the drinks you would be enjoying as an alternative if you just picked up a cup of apple juice or V8.



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Grad rates among the lowest in Michigan

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Eastern Michigan University is struggling to graduate its students even as it has remained one of the more affordable university options. According to a study recently released by College Results Online, which is run by a non-profit organization, The Education Trust, only 38.8 percent of EMU students will earn a degree within six years of enrolling.


Local, national art shown at Ford

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The Ford Gallery is currently having a public show, which features a combination of local and national talent. The collection of more than 30 paintings includes Eastern Michigan University faculty and pieces submitted from people all over the nation, chosen by show curators Amy Sacksteder and Michael Reedy.


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Student Org. Spotlight

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For many people, philanthropy is seen as a necessary burden—something they know they should do but aren’t completely invested in. They understand the importance of helping others, but they don’t understand what it means in their own lives.



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Student artist show to electrify campus

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Looking for a place to showcase your artistic skills? Maybe you’re a dancer, a poet or you’re in a band. Maybe you make some other form of art, be it visual or tangible. Or do you just appreciate all these things and want to see more of them on EMU campus?


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Moeller: Education not first at EMU

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A professor told the Regents that education was not a priority at Eastern Michigan University during their meeting Tuesday. Susan Moeller, president of the EMU American Association of University Professors, was the voice behind this concern.


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Halle grid failure fate still uncertain

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Due to problems with the electrical backup system in Halle, the electrical grid was shut down at 11:30 a.m. At this time, there is no update on when the system will be fully restored.








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Oh-tie-o: EMU opens MAC with 2 draws

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After tying a tough Michigan State squad at home to wrap up its nonconference schedule, the Eastern Michigan women’s soccer team headed to Ohio this past weekend to open its Mid-American Conference play.

Articles featured in this episode:

"Eastern Michigan women’s lacrosse team recognized at Board of Regents meeting" - Caleb Henderson

"EMU's University Park pond serves as home for dozens of koi, even during winter" - Israel Shriki

"Shakespeare in the Arb brings 'The Merry Wives of Windsor' to life this summer" - Allie Beecher

"EMU’s online vendor change & 6 things to know about textbooks before fall 2025" - Israel Shriki