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EMU Football recruitment

By James Highsmith · Sunday, Feb. 19, 2012

Feb. 1 was a day of joy and celebration for the Eastern Michigan football team and coach Ron English. After being able to graciously celebrate six victories last season, EMU rejoiced this time without a single down of football being played. “We gained 21 of the 22 positions,” English said, the 2012 Mid-American Conference Coach of the Year.

Black History Feature: Joe Louis might go down as best boxer

By Brandon Karsten · Sunday, Feb. 19, 2012

Joe Louis was swift and had a powerful right fist. He had more than pure ability behind him; he had an entire nation in his corner in many historic bouts.

Both teams impress at Silverston Invitational

By Chris James · Sunday, Feb. 19, 2012

The Eastern Michigan men and women’s track and field teams competed this past weekend at the Silverston Invite.

EMU men's basketball falls short in Bracket Bust 54-49

By Brandon Karsten · Sunday, Feb. 19, 2012

The Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team lost its Sears Bracket Buster game to the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay 54-49 on Saturday in Green Bay.

Joseph brothers wrestle their college decisions at EMU

By Brandon Karsten · Sunday, Feb. 19, 2012

Phillip and Justin Joseph have helped bring a name to the Eastern Michigan University wrestling team.

EMU's Samantha Partridge swims for success

By Ashlyn Zarate · Sunday, Feb. 19, 2012

Before junior Samantha Partridge became fully active in swimming, she swam for a few country club leagues during the summer months. “I started swimming year-round when I was eight,” Partridge said.

EMU prepares to face NIU Saturday in Ill.

By James Highsmith · Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012

The Eastern Michigan University women’s basketball team will travel to DeKalb, Ill. to face the Northern Illinois University Huskies at 4 p.m.

Eagles fail to avenge earlier loss to Chips

By Theodora Robinson-Jones · Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012

Sophomore guard Derek Thompson’s 18 points were not enough for the Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team to overcome an early lead by Central Michigan.

EMU MMA improves to 11-2 on year

By Andrea Lorfel · Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012

Eastern Michigan University’s Mixed Martial Arts (EMMA) club competed Saturday in Jackson, Mich. as it attempted to hold on to three titles.

Junior swimmer started young

By Macy Stevenson · Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012

Michael Swain began swimming when he was around eight years old. He decided to start because one of his friends had won a trophy from swimming, and Michael wanted to do the same.

Michael Jordan isnt afraid to fail, succeeds because of it

By Ashlyn Zarate · Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012

When most people hear the name Michael Jordan, they think of this amazing basketball superstar who also made a movie with the Looney Tunes. As true as that statement is, there is more to Michael Jordan than most people know. Jordan was born on February 17, 1963, in Brooklyn, NY.

Eagles prepare for ESPN Bracket Buster

By Brandon Karsten · Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012

The Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team is getting ready for the ESPN Bracket Buster game on the road versus the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Phoenix Saturday at 2 p.m.

Olympian was once an Eagle

By Theodora Robinson-Jones · Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012

“I started our Olympic tradition. I am TruEMU.” It’s a slogan that the vast majority of EMU students walk past everyday, as it is written in large letters on a banner hanging outside of Bowen Field House.

Bringing a positive attitude to the pool

By Ashlyn Zarate · Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012

For breaststroker Vanessa Weidner, swimming isn’t just about winning races and bringing down your time, but it’s also about the family that results from the tight knit group of teammates. The junior from Greenville, Ohio said her favorite part about swimming is the closeness of the team.

Black History Feature: The life and career of Eddie Robinson

By Brandon Karsten · Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012

Before Eddie Robinson arrived on the scene, not many people heard of a small historically black college in Grambling, Louisiana, called Grambling State University.

Men's team wins 68-55

By Brandon Karsten · Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012

The Eastern Michigan University men’s basketball team ended Saturday’s doubleheader with a 68-55 win over the Ohio University Bobcats.

Five EMU wrestlers place at Edinboro meets

By Harry Eichholtz · Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012

The Eastern Michigan University wresting team traveled to Edinboro, PA and ended their regular season strong with five wrestlers placing out of 17.

Women's basketball secure a 83-47 victory

By Ashlyn Zarate · Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012

Although the Kent State University Golden Flashes snagged an early lead by knocking down two three-pointers, the Eastern Michigan University women’s basketball team clinched another victory by defeating KSU by a score of 83-47 on Saturday.

Black History feature: Chamberlain leaves grand mark on NBA

By Ashlyn Zarate · Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012

“People say my ego is grand,” Wilt Chamberlain said. “I think it’s in proportion to me.” Grand.

Eagles prepare for 'Big Meet' in Grand Valley

By Chris James · Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012

After a good showing in the Findlay Open on Feb. 3 in Findlay, Ohio and the Meyo Invite in South Bend, Indiana, the Eastern Michigan University men’s track and field team heads to Allendale Michigan to compete in the Grand Valley State University’s Big Meet.