Student Life

National Art Education Association expands, creates opportunities for future art educators

EMU's student chapter of the National Art Education Association aims to expand the organization and create opportunities for future art educators through outreach events.

What’s the Move? Nov. 4-10

Several off-campus events are scheduled to take place from Nov. 4-10, including live music, a True Crime Murder Mystery Show dinner in Ypsilanti, and free events in two of the Ypsilanti District Library locations, Michigan Avenue and Whittaker.

What’s the Move? Oct. 28 - Nov. 3

Several off-campus events are scheduled to take place from Oct. 28 to Nov. 3, including trick-or-treating in Depot Town, Swing dancing, and a Halloween event at Frog Island Park.

What’s the Move? Oct. 14-20

Several off-campus events are scheduled to take place from Oct. 14-20 in the spirit of the fall season and Halloween.

Fraternities, sororities and other EMU campus groups set to mark National Hazing Prevention Week

EMU Greek Life and other student organizations prepare to recognize National Hazing Prevention Week.

An inside look at university dorm life

In the end, school is not just about grades or diplomas – it’s the choices you get to make and the fun you have along the way.

EMU students launch petition drive demanding restoration of campus food markets

EMU students arriving for classes this week found that recent changes to E|Dining had left many of the food locations on campus permanently closed.

Ypsilanti’s popular food for 2025, including Ma Lou’s fried chicken

The city of Ypsilanti offers a wide variety of restaurants, and American cuisine, particularly fried chicken, is especially popular in Ypsi. Those who enjoy American food will want to try Ma Lou's Fried Chicken, a local restaurant that offers different versions of fried chicken along with other Southern dishes, house-made ice cream milkshakes, and more.

What's the Move? July 15-21

Get the scoop on events happening in and around Ypsilanti from July 15-21, 2025.

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

As students begin to pick out their textbooks for the fall 2025 semester, they must keep in mind that EMU's online textbook vendor will be changing in July 2025. Sadly, according to a recent survey, many students drop classes because they cannot afford to buy textbooks. However, there are some steps students can take to reduce the cost of textbooks without compromising their learning.

What's the Move? July 1-7

The first week of July mainly focuses on Independence Day celebrations, including the Ypsilanti parade and food court. Also, people who like art and flower crafting can find interest in two events that will be held during the week in Ypsilanti.  

What's the Move? June 17-23

Bored during summer break? Check out these events on and around Eastern Michigan University's campus!

As spring weather arrives, EMU Police Chief encourages participating in Eagle Alerts

Severe weather events are more likely to happen as spring turns into summer, but by paying attention to safety warnings and following their, students can do a great deal to keep themselves safe.

Spaces of support: inside EMU’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion resource centers

EMU’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion offers resources to underrepresented students across campus.

EMU's LGBT Resource Center to host vigil for Transgender Day of Remembrance

Trans Day of Remembrance is Nov. 20.

Halle Library banned book display celebrates the freedom to read

Halle Library exhibited a banned book display in honor of Banned Books Week to raise awareness for censorship and book banning in the U.S.

Black EMU students and alums prepare to celebrate 2024 Black Homecoming Week

As EMU prepares for Homecoming Week Oct. 15-19, the EMU Black Alumni Association and Black Homecoming Committee are preparing for the university’s 2024 Black Homecoming Week. 

Dungeons & Dreadnots takes students on trip to Michigan Renaissance Fair

Students took a trip to the Michigan Renaissance Faire on September 7th, hosted by Dungeons & Dreadnots and Campus Life. 

Study spots on and around Eastern Michigan University's campus

5 resources you have access to as an EMU student

5 resources to help you find (and keep) your footing at EMU.