Student Life

EMU women's volleyball preparing to get season started with schedule release and exhibition match

By Blake McQueary · Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022

The Eastern Michigan women's volleyball team is preparing to get their 2022-23 season started as they release the season schedule and exhibition matchup against Ferris State University.

Hundreds attend Eagle Fest as students return to the EMU campus post pandemic

Eagle Fest annual event returns to University Park this fall

By Sarah Schneider · Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022

Students can come to see all Eastern Michigan University has to offer at Eagle fest 2022. Students who attend Eagle fest will be able to browse over 150 student organizations' display tables. In addition, you will also be able to play games while interacting with others and eat carnival food.

EMU soccer draws 2-2 with Western Illinois in season opener

By Jessica Laroy · Monday, Aug. 29, 2022

The Eastern Michigan University soccer team played the first regular season match against Western Illinois. The Eagles and Leatherbacks trade offensive executions but conclude in a defense stalemate draw 2-2.

3 defining games for EMU’s football program this fall

By Christian Byers · Monday, Aug. 29, 2022

We are officially two weeks away from the return of MACtion to Ypsilanti, Michigan. On September 2, the Eastern Michigan Eagles kick-off the 2022 season under the bright lights at Rynearson Stadium, hosting the Eastern Kentucky Colonels. Following one of the most successful EMU recruiting classes in recent years, expectations and excitement continue to escalate.

Welcome Back 2022 celebration Aug. 31 outside of Student Center

By Victoria Smith · Monday, Aug. 29, 2022

Welcome Back 2022 will be held on Aug. 31 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

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5 tips every student should know about EMU athletic events

By Christian Byers · Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022

Eastern Michigan University students are provided transportation and complete access to EMU athletic events for FREE. You don't have to spend a dime to have a great time and support your Eastern Michigan Eagles!

Advice: How to save money on textbooks

By Joud Bamehriz · Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022

Back-to-school season means that time to textbook shop again. Unfortunately, it's not always a cheap shopping experience. Luckily, there are budget-friendly ways to purchase textbooks for college.

Advice: Use the EMU Engage app to get involved as a freshman

By Joud Bamehriz · Thursday, Aug. 18, 2022

Getting involved in college allows students to live the best experience. Whether they join a club or meet new people, they will be able to make friendships that last forever.

Hassan Beydoun earns Biletnikoff and Maxwell Award watch list nominations

By Christian Byers · Monday, Aug. 1, 2022

Eastern Michigan University senior wide receiver Hassan Beydoun earns Biletnikoff and Maxwell Award watch list nominations. Beydoun is one of five Mid-American Conference (MAC) receivers named to the Biletnikoff Award's 42-man list and one of six MAC players named to the Maxwell Award's 85-man list.

Steve Schram named new head coach of EMU women's tennis program

By Jessica Laroy · Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Eastern Michigan University Vice President and Director of Athletics announced that Steve Schram will be the new head coach of the women’s tennis program. Schram has an overall 120-49 career record in nine seasons as a women’s tennis head coach. Schram has led three other college tennis programs, recording an all-time winning percentage of .710.

The team celebrates after a kill during the volleyball game against Western Michigan at the Convocation Center in Ypsilanti on Friday, September 30, 2016.

EMU volleyball welcomes seven 2022-2023 recruits

By Jessica Laroy · Wednesday, June 29, 2022

Eastern Michigan University women’s volleyball program adds seven 2022-2023 newcomers to the team. As of June 25, four freshmen and three transfer students have officially joined the team.

Opinion: Student athletes must be provided with better mental health help

By Jessica Laroy · Wednesday, June 8, 2022

Being a student athlete comes with mental and physical struggles. Student athlete mental health programs must improve to provide the proper help they need.

Opinion: Rest is a crucial part of being successful

By Joud Bamehriz · Thursday, June 2, 2022

Most people think that in order to become successful they need to keep working hard all the time and that is not necessarily true. Taking a rest from work is actually a step that you should never overcome.

Advice: Live healthier without coffee

By Joud Bamehriz · Friday, May 27, 2022

There are plenty of proven health benefits that come along with drinking coffee, but there are more benefits of going caffeine-free.

EMU baseball swept in Friday double header against Kent State

By Jessica Laroy · Wednesday, May 25, 2022

On May 20, the Eastern Michigan University baseball program lost both matches against Kent State. The scoring results were 5-0 and 4-3.

Advice: Use devices without harming your health

By Joud Bamehriz · Friday, May 20, 2022

Using devices for studies, teaching, and learning can be useful a lot of the time, but with that also comes the bad effects on health. We need to minimize these effects because health has to be prioritized.

Spots in San Diego that you don't want to miss

By Joud Bamehriz · Thursday, May 19, 2022

San Diego is one of the most fun places to visit in the United States, especially if you love the beach and getting a tan.

Eastern Michigan University rowing program places third at CAA championship

By Jessica Laroy · Tuesday, May 17, 2022

On May 15, the Eastern Michigan University women’s rowing team competed in the CAA championships in Pennsauken, NJ on the Cooper River. EMU ranked third overall and earned 26 points, which is the most ever for EMU at the CAA championships.

EMU club baseball team hosts Autism Acceptance Game

EMU baseball completes three-game series with 19-4 victory over Bowling Green

By Jessica Laroy · Wednesday, May 11, 2022

On May 1, the Eastern Michigan baseball squad dominated Bowling Green State University with a 19-4 victory. The Eagles earned several season bests, including eight home runs and 19 total runs.

EMU rowing team records three victories over Dayton on Senior Day

By Jessica Laroy · Monday, May 9, 2022

On May 1, the Eastern Michigan University women’s rowing team competed against the University of Dayton. The 1V8, 1V4, and 2V4 boats won.

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