Lauren Holloway

A gas pump shows price per gallon as $4.099 for regular fuel.

National

War in Iran affects local economy, gas prices

By Lauren Holloway | April 14

The war in Iran and the subsequent closing of the Strait of Hormuz are causing gas prices to rise in Ypsilanti.

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News

Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance to host Mother's Day 5K and Fun Run

By Lauren Holloway | April 11

The Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance will host its annual Mother’s Day 5K and Fun Run on May 10, 2026.

Campus

The Echo Q&A Series: Astronomy instructor enjoys sharing the stars

By Lauren Holloway | April 4

Eastern Michigan University astronomy professor Tom Kasper discusses his teaching, career path, technology developments in the field and more.

Graphic flyer for Women of Excellence Award Ceremony stating the event's place and time, and that it is open and free to the public.

Campus

EMU Women's Resource Center to host annual Women of Excellence Award Ceremony

By Lauren Holloway | March 23

Eastern Michigan University's Women's Resource Center will host its annual luncheon and awards event Wednesday, March 25, to recognize the work of women on campus and in the community.

Campus

Eastern Michigan University professors weigh in on AI in classrooms

By Lauren Holloway | March 21

Professors from humanities, STEM, social science and arts disciplines talked with The Eastern Echo about their thoughts on AI in academia.

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Campus

Eastern Michigan University students to present in 46th Undergraduate Symposium

By Laura Meriweather and Lauren Holloway | March 17

Eastern Michigan University's 46th annual Undergraduate Symposium is scheduled for March 27, 2026.

The back and front covers of "Live is Your Masterpiece." The back cover has a blue and white collage in the background with a book summary on top. The front cover has a collage inside an organic shape under pink text with the title of the book.

Arts

Eastern Michigan alum publishes debut novel, 'Life is Your Masterpiece'

By Lauren Holloway | March 14

Eastern Michigan University alumnus Dave Marz has published a debut coming-of-age story about overcoming struggles and finding oneself.

Campus

StockX founder Chris Kaufman set to share business tips during EMU fireside chat

By Lauren Holloway | February 23

Leadership skills should be used by everyone in the workplace, entrepreneur and EMU alum Chris Kaufman said in his newly published book. That's one of the ideas he plans to share with Eastern Michigan University students during a fireside chat set on campus Monday, Feb. 23. The event is from 4:30 ...

Campus

Eastern Michigan University students respond to snow days

By Lauren Holloway | February 21

Eastern Michigan University officials explain how school closures are decided during inclement weather, while EMU students share opinions about closures and winter conditions.

8 people wait in front of a service desk with glass panelling. 4 students gather in front of the desk, and 4 stand back and wait.

Campus

Eastern Michigan University expands loan repayment program, includes more majors

By Lauren Holloway | February 6

Eastern Michigan University will allow more majors to join the Loan Repayment Assistance Program for the fall 2026 semester.