News

First ever Big Little Fair connected Ypsilanti youth with community mentors

The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washtenaw host first Big Little Fair.

EMU administration request for temporary restraining order against striking union denied by Washtenaw County Circuit Court judge

 EMU administration is continuing with an injunction suit against EMU-AAUP. 

EMU faculty strike enters 5th day as negotiations continue

EMU union faculty will begin a strike on Sep.7.

Ann Arbor Area Transportation Service introduces reduced rate options

New discount rate options are available for Ann Arbor area public transportation.

Embracing Our Differences Michigan accepting new submissions for 2023 exhibit

Submissions for Embracing Our Differences Michigan’s 2023 exhibit will close Jan. 16, 2023.

EMU union faculty hold vote on Sept. 6 to initiate strike

 EMU-AAUP will hold the vote to authorize the strike on Sep.6. 

Eagle Fest annual event returns to University Park this fall

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 union faculty will keep strike options open and work without a contract for now

EMU Union Faculty contract expires Aug.31 at midnight and the union will work without it for the time being. 

Rumble of the Bumble brings party to Ypsilanti

EMU faculty takes first steps toward strike vote

 EMU faculty votes to inform EMU administrators of possible strike action. 

Welcome Back 2022 celebration Aug. 31 outside of Student Center

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

Eastern Michigan University updates COVID-19 policies

Faculty pickets to meet EMU students on move-in-day

Faculty pickets expected on Aug.26 for move-in-day.

Explore new outdoor courts outside of the Rec/IM the day before classes start

The new outdoor courts will bring a renewed buzz to campus.

Community coffee shop Café Liv opens in Ypsilanti in time for the fall semester

Looking for a study spot close to campus? Check out this new local coffee shop with indoor and outdoor seating. 

Ypsilanti mutual aid event Pull Over Prevention works to decrease unnecessary traffic stops

Attend this mutual aid fair in Ypsilanti on Sept. 10 and Oct. 8. 

Get to know Ypsi!

Ypsi has character. You can see it not only in the beautiful, historic architecture, but by the attitude of the people as well. Ypsilanti is a smaller town where one can bike from downtown to Depot Town, get to know local business owners, and truly take pride and enjoyment in where you live.  

The Newton of Ypsilanti and Mindo Chocolate have partnered up for a chocolate tasting and a truffle-making class

Tasting chocolate and making truffles while learning the unique bean-to-bar process.

Vintage and modern fire trucks will be on display at Riverside Park next week

Come out to riverside park on August 27 for the annual Fire Truck Muster.

Ypsi flea market offers rare finds on every budget

The Ypsi Flea and Swap market is open every Sunday through September from 10a.m.-3p.m.