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Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents approves zero increases in tuition, room and board

By Josh Coudret · Tuesday, April 20, 2010

The EMU Board of Regents unanimously passed a budget that will not raise tuition, room or board rates for the 2010-2011 school year at its regular meeting Tuesday.

Frat guys raise money in march

By Robyn Hoffenblum · Wednesday, April 14, 2010

An “International Men’s March to Stop Rape, Assault, and Gender Violence” took place Tuesday afternoon at Big Bob’s Lake House.

Autism Center 5K race to offer help to families

By Josh Foster · Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Spring is here, and with spring comes April, Autism Awareness Month. As such, the Autism Collaborative Center is having its first ever “Stronger Together: 5K Run, Walk, Roll for the ACC” on Saturday.

Panel debates oil effect on globe

By Jared Hoffenblum · Sunday, April 11, 2010

Two speakers gave presentations Thursday evening in the Student Center auditorium discussing how oil affects globalization.

Week of Excellence recognizes women for commitment to EMU

By Charnika Jett · Sunday, April 11, 2010

During the Week of Excellence, women who illustrated some form of it were honored at the Women’s Resource Center’s Women of Excellence Awards.

Officer talks gays in military

By Robyn Hoffenblum · Sunday, April 11, 2010

Retired staff sergeant and LGBT activist Eric Alva spoke in Quirk Theater last Thursday about the U.S. military’s controversial “Don’t ask, don’t tell” policy.

EMU motion for dismissal denied

By Katrease Stafford · Sunday, April 11, 2010

A federal judge denied Eastern Michigan University’s move for dismissal or summary judgment of former EMU counseling graduate student Julea Ward’s case March 24.

Drive-by shooting injures one person

By Dan DuChene · Sunday, April 11, 2010

One person was hospitalized in a drive-by shooting Saturday near the intersection of Ballard and Cross streets in Ypsilanti, according to a release from police.

EMU President addresses campus initiatives, events

By Biyi Akinlude · Sunday, April 11, 2010

President Susan Martin held an informal question and answer session Thursday in the food court area of the Student Center.

EMU offers services to prevent suicide

By Katie Milewski · Wednesday, April 7, 2010

The second leading cause of death among college students might not be what you expect. It’s not am illness or murder, but suicide. While this issue is often stigmatized and glossed over, Eastern Michigan University has been taking steps to try to help the students who need it.

Professor evaluations aren't fully understood

By Katie Milewski · Wednesday, April 7, 2010

The time of year where students cram for finals, sell back books and fill out professor evaluations is upon us. These scantron-like forms have been passed out and bubbled in all across campus. However, what’s written on them and what happens to them after all is said and done, remains a mystery to much of the student body.

Easter Egg Hunt raises money at annual Ypsi Jaycees event

By Dan DuChene · Sunday, April 4, 2010

Organizers credit the sunny morning with a larger-than-expected turnout at the March 27 Easter Egg Hunt and Marshmallow Drop.

New regents will join EMU board in 2011

By Jared Hoffenblum · Sunday, April 4, 2010

Gov. Jennifer Granholm has appointed two individuals to the Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents.

Committee finds $50,000 error

By David Gomez · Sunday, April 4, 2010

The Downtown Development Authority’s Executive Committee last Tuesday discovered a budget shortfall that put revenues nearly $50,000 under expenses and noticed money from the DDA’s reserves were used to balance the budget last year.

Student dies after fire

By Katrease Stafford · Sunday, April 4, 2010

An Eastern Michigan University student died from injuries suffered in a fire that occurred Saturday morning at a house in Ann Arbor.

Willow Run schools to join Early College Alliance in '11

By Adrienne Ziegler · Sunday, March 28, 2010

Starting in Fall 2011, students in the Willow Run district will be able to attend the Early College Alliance program at Eastern Michigan University. ECA students attend EMU for free while maintaining ties to their high school.

Students choose Cosme as president

By Katrease Stafford · Sunday, March 28, 2010

It was announced Thursday night; Antonio Cosme will be Eastern Michigan University’s new student body president.

Undergraduate Symposium features variety

Sunday, March 28, 2010

Eastern Michigan University’s 30th annual Undergraduate Symposium was held Friday, putting the spotlight on students showcasing their academic research and activities.

Million-dollar Ypsilanti beautification project for Cross Street gets a boost

By David Gomez · Sunday, March 28, 2010

The Ypsilanti Downtown Development Authority approved pulling $57,500 from its reserve funds to cover the local match for the planned Cross Street improvement project.

Discussion explores women’s fights for gender equality, opportunities

By Biyi Akinlude · Sunday, March 28, 2010

A panel of three women talked in the Carillon room Tuesday about their walk through life and their experiences of being a woman. This panel discussion commemorated Women’s History Month and celebrated the passage of the 19th Amendment, in which women were given the right to vote. The panelists were Marcia McMullen, political activist and founder of Women Progressive Activists; Eve Fortson, who practiced medicine; and Letitia Byrd, the first African-American teacher in Ann Arbor Public Schools. The discussion started with each panelist sharing a bit about her childhood and the way women were seen then. “I was raised in a family that respected women,” McMullen said.