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Virtual Speed Friending provided for EMU students to meet new people

By Emma Henri · Monday, Feb. 8, 2021

Eastern Michigan University’s Campus Life and Office of Wellness & Community Responsibility presents Virtual Speed Friending, every Thursday through the end of the semester. The event series is co-hosted by EMU students, Isabel Berg and Keri Geis, for EMU students to be able to make new friends with other students.

Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan presents "Helping Your Girl Thrive During COVID-19"

By Emma Henri · Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021

Three panelists spoke during the Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan meeting about how to help Girl Scouts during the pandemic for parents to attend.

Triple Goddess Tasting Room holds “Zoom Community Open Mic” every Wednesday

By Cedrick Charles · Friday, Feb. 5, 2021

Jonas Berzanskis and Kandy Fredrick created the “Zoom Community Open Mic,” through the Triple Goddess Tasting Room, which is held every Wednesday from 7-9 p.m.

EMU freshman awarded first annual Gen. G Foundation Scholarship

By Catherine Lietz · Sunday, Jan. 31, 2021

The first annual Gen. G Foundation scholarship was awarded to 11 students around the country, including EMU freshman Joaquin Pizana.

Campus-Area Crime Map: Jan. 13 through Jan. 23

By Tyler Gaw · Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021

The campus–area crime map is a report of criminal activity that has been reported in the Ypsilanti-area as well as on the campus of Eastern Michigan University from Jan. 13 through Jan. 23.

Yamiche Alcindor Speaks at the 2021 MLK Keynote Speaker Event

By Emma Henri · Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021

Eastern Michigan University and The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History present the 2021 Keynote Speaker Event for the annual MLK Celebration was on Monday, Jan. 18, and Yamiche Alcindor was the keynote speaker.

Eastern Michigan University students launch job search website to fill roles at small businesses in the Ypsilanti and the Downriver community

By Dan D'Introno · Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021

Eastern Michigan University (EMU) student Collin Clem and recent EMU graduate Anthony Levesque have worked together to launch a website that works to help small businesses fill entry level positions. The website, Employee RoundUp, is aimed to help students and other individuals with limited skills fill positions in the Ypsilanti and Downriver areas.

CloseUp Theatre Troupe Performs “We the People Speak: No Justice, No Peace”

By Emma Henri · Monday, Jan. 18, 2021

On Saturday, Jan. 16, EMU’s CloseUp Theatre Troupe performed “We the People Speak: No Justice, No Peace” virtually on Eastern Michigan University’s Facebook page. A Q&A followed the performance with the two Co-Directors of CloseUp hosted by Dr. Doris Fields.

Ypsilanti house shooting occurs south of campus; no injuries reported

By Tyler Gaw · Monday, Jan. 18, 2021

The Eastern Michigan Police sent out an email to all students and staff Sunday afternoon about a shooting that occurred just south of campus on the 200 block of Normal Street. No injuries have been reported. Police learned that two individuals had discharged a firearm and struck a house.

MLK Scholarship Award winners honored at virtual award ceremony and concert

By Catherine Lietz · Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021

A virtual ceremony and concert was held on Saturday, Jan. 16 to honor the 2021 MLK Scholarship Award winners.

COVID-19 vaccine distribution concerns arise as new phase begins

By Juliana Lumaj · Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021

Public Information Officer Susan Ringler-Cerniglia for the Washtenaw County Health Department and others share their issues and concerns after phase one of the COVID-19 vaccine distribution began on Jan. 11 in Michigan.

Washtenaw County won't charge for marijuana

Washtenaw County Prosecutor will no longer charge cases related to marijuana, shrooms, and various psychedelics

By Tyler Gaw · Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021

On Jan. 12, Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit announced his team will not charge any cases related to marijuana, psilocybin mushrooms, and other psychedelics. Savit will be pushing to expunge old related cases to marijuana and these now recreational substances.

The Jim Toy Community Center closes physical location due to COVID-19, but the community lives on

By Gracie Thompson · Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021

The Jim Toy Community Center, located on Braun Court in Ann Arbor, is closing their physical location at the end of Jan., 2021, however, the online atmosphere will remain open for all.

Campus Area Crime Map: Dec. 15 through Jan. 11

By Tyler Gaw · Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021

The Campus area crime map is a report of criminal activity that has been reported in the Ypsilanti-area as well as on the campus of Eastern Michigan University. The following crimes were reported between Tuesday, Dec. 15, through Monday, Jan. 11.

Affordability concerns arise over new Water Street development plan during Ypsilanti City Council meeting

By Juliana Lumaj · Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021

The Ypsilanti City Council discussed the Kaufman Jacobs redevelopment plan for Water St., a 32-acre lot that has been open for development for over the past 20 years.

Eastern Michigan University raises over $1 million during #GIVINGTRUEDAY 2020

By Emma Henri · Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021

Eastern Michigan University’s #GIVINGTRUEDAY, set records during a pronounced time of need, to help students during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Clinical Therapist Katie Holden gives her advice to students as the winter 2021 semester approaches

By Juliana Lumaj · Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021

As the the 2021 winter semester quickly approaches, Clinical Therapist Katie Holden gives her advice to students who have had their mental health impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Eastern Michigan University’s Summit Street A Cappella Group selected for 2021 International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella

By Cameryn Eberly · Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020

Eastern Michigan University’s premier male vocal ensemble is the first of its kind from EMU to be invited to compete in the 2021 International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella, which will be completely virtual this year.

Campus Area Crime Map: Dec. 6 through Dec. 13

By Tyler Gaw · Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020

The Campus area crime map is a report of criminal activity that has been reported in the Ypsilanti-area as well as on the campus of Eastern Michigan University. The following crimes were reported between Sunday, Dec. 6, through Wednesday, Dec. 13.

Update: Ypsilanti Township Thanksgiving shooting ruled a suicide and accidental homicide

By Tyler Gaw · Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020

The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office has made an update regarding the Thanksgiving night shooting at the Aspen Chase apartments. WCSO has the the death of two 22-year-old men a suicide and accidental homicide. The police found one weapon and one discharged round at the scene.