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Author, activist and trailblazer Mary Frances Berry to speak at MLK Jr. Day President's Luncheon

EMU students and staff have the privilege of hearing from author, activist, and professor Mary Frances Berry on Monday, Jan. 20 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

2025's Martin Luther King, Jr. Day events

Students have many opportunities to participate in activities and events during Eastern Michigan University's week of service in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.

Tickets on sale now for EMU theatre's 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show'

Don't miss EMU Theatre's production of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" from Feb. 13-16!

The Echo Q&A Series: Alyshia Dyer is the youngest, and first, woman to serve as sheriff of Washtenaw County

Get to know Alyshia Dyer, Washtenaw County's youngest and first female sheriff, in this installment of The Eastern Echo's Q&A series.

Ann Arbor’s Earthen Jar to transform vacant Ypsilanti storefront

Vegetarian Indian cuisine restaurant Earthen Jar will open a new location in Ypsilanti with the help of state funding grants. 

Ypsilanti leaders support resolution for permanent shelter, unarmed crisis response

Ypsilanti City Council passed two resolutions to support public services.

Ypsilanti holds celebration honoring Jewish holiday

The city of Ypsilanti had its first ever public menorah lighting to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Chanukah. 

What's the move? Jan. 7-13

Check out what's happening in Ypsi and on EMU's campus in the new year.

Find and Shine Vintage has successful first months in Ypsi

New Ypsilanti business, Find and Shine, is making steady waves in the community.

2 new EMU regents appointed by Gov. Whitmer

Two new regents join the EMU Board of Regents for 2025, as appointed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Family Emergency Motel Stay program provides critical support for local homeless families

The Family Emergency Motel Stay program provides urgent, short-term housing to families without shelter.

Several grants will help kickstart the Water Street Redevelopment Project

The MEDC and HUD grants are helping Ypsilanti make more progress on the Water Street Redevelopment Project starting in 2025.

Beer Choir brings community together with singing at Arbor Brewing Company

Arbor Brewing Company - Corner Brewery in Ypsilanti, Mich., hosted the Beyond Choir for their new recurring event, Beer Choir.

New community recreation center comes to Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County

A community and recreation center will be built in Ypsilanti in the place of an elementary school that has been vacant for more than a decade.

ParkEMU opens for winter 2025 parking pass purchases

Ypsilanti City Council passes controversial rule changes on audience participation

What’s the move? Dec. 10-16

Check out this week's events on campus and in Ypsilanti.

5 shops within walking distance of EMU offer a variety of coffees, teas, sweets

Find a local spot for coffee, tea, or pastries within walking distance of EMU's campus.

Michigan opioid overdose death rate declining 5 times faster than national average

Michigan's diligent efforts to decrease the number of opioid overdose deaths have lead to a significant reduction in the overdose death rate.

4 Ypsi queer events offer safe spaces for pride

LGBTQ+ students can look forward to many upcoming events, including drag shows, queer open mics, and gender-affirming clothing swaps.