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Football

Devereaux, McMillan power Eastern Michigan football to win over Bowling Green, 27-21

By Caleb Henderson and Jack Monk | November 8

A late touchdown from Dontae McMillan, two critical catches from Nick Devereaux, a 44-yard field goal by Rudy Kessinger, and a sack on the final play of the game from Ronn Hardin proved to be enough for the Eastern Michigan University football team to thwart Bowling Green State University’s comeback efforts and win with a score of 27-21.

Basketball

Habhab’s double-double leads EMU men’s basketball to season opening win over Georgia State, 71-49

By Caleb Henderson and Jack Monk | November 4

Mohammad Habhab shone in his debut for the Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team at the George Gervin GameAbove Center — collecting 15 points, 16 rebounds, and a 71-49 victory for the home team against Georgia State to open the 2025-26 season.

Club Pool and Jones Natatorium remain open

Sports

Senior Swim Night at Michael H. Jones Natatorium

By Jack Monk | February 9

The Eastern Michigan University swimming and diving team celebrated its Senior Night at the Michael H. Jones Natatorium, closing the home season with a meet dubbed "The Last Mission." The event was a special send off for seven seniors: Olivia Clarino, Ashley George, Rebekah Knapp, Kiersten Russell, ...

Football

Eastern Michigan falls to Buffalo on senior night, 37-20

By Elena Davis and Jack Monk | November 21

Eastern Michigan University’s football team lost to the University at Buffalo, 37-20, on a senior night despite standout performances by Cole Snyder, James Djonkam, and Markus Allen. The Eagles now focus on a must-win game against Western Michigan to secure bowl eligibility.

Football

Eastern Michigan football falls to Toledo in heartbreaker, 28-29

By Elena Davis and Jack Monk | November 3

The Eastern Michigan University football team narrowly lost to the University of Toledo 29-28 on Nov. 2 despite outgaining their opponents in total yards. A last-minute touchdown followed by a failed two-point conversion left the Eagles searching for answers as they prepare for their next game against Ohio University on Nov. 13.

An Eastern Michigan player, the quarterback, holds the ball and surveys the field against Central Michigan.

Football

EMU football overcomes 18-point deficit to defeat CMU in homecoming win to remember

By Elena Davis and Jack Monk | October 20

Eastern Michigan University staged a dramatic comeback during their Homecoming game against Central Michigan University, overcoming an 18-point deficit to secure a 38-34 victory. Quarterback Cole Snyder led the charge with three touchdown passes, while the defense delivered critical stops to seal the win, marking Head Coach Chris Creighton’s record-setting 33rd MAC victory.

Football

EMU football falls to Miami 38-14 at Rynearson Stadium

By Elena Davis and Jack Monk | October 13

Eastern Michigan University fell to Miami University 38-14 in a challenging game at Rynearson Stadium on Oct. 12. Despite the loss, fans enjoyed an exceptional halftime performance by the iconic Motown group, The Temptations.

Football

EMU inducts Sow and Ryland into football Ring of Honor

By Jack Monk | October 1

Sidy Sow and Chad Ryland were inducted into Eastern Michigan University's Ring of Honor during a Hall of Fame Day ceremony at Rynearson Stadium on Sept. 21, 2024. Both alumni, drafted by the New England Patriots, joined a prestigious group of 52 EMU athletes recognized for their All-American honors or NFL careers, continuing a tradition that dates back to 2003.

Football

Eagles defeat St. Francis University in landslide shutout

By Jack Monk | September 23

In a dominant display on Hall of Fame Day, the Eastern Michigan University football team shut out St. Francis University 36-0, highlighted by David Carter Jr.'s record-setting 99-yard fumble return for a touchdown. With standout performances from the entire squad, including three field goals from Jesús Gómez, the Eagles prepare to carry this momentum into their upcoming Mid-American Conference opener against Kent State.

Football

EMU defeats Jacksonville State 37-34 in double overtime thriller

By Jack Monk | September 17

EMU reached victory after double overtime in their first home game of the season.

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This episode, Caroline Buxton sits down with Tessa Hanrath to talk about "June on the Moon," EMU Theatre's upcoming interactive sensory production.

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