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Ypsilanti loses former mayor

Pete Murdock, Ypsilanti’s former mayor and longest serving city council member, died on May 4 at age 76. He was involved in the Ypsilanti community for more than 25 years.

A Business-Model Government and a Future Generation

“No matter how rich, wealthy, or accustomed you may be, if I can’t hold a conversation with you, I can’t see myself working under you.”

A Spark for Sports Writing - Frank Wladyslawski

If you follow high school sports in Downriver Michigan, you most likely know the name Frank Wladyslawski. He is a multimedia sports journalist that reports for the News-Herald and Dearborn Press & Guide. His section for the News-Herald is called the “MIprepzone," where he and his team of freelance reporters get the latest games and tournaments covered for the Downriver and Huron leagues.

Pantry provides: Swoop’s has safety for some with food insecurity

Swoop’s Pantry is a “word of mouth” type of place. Nestled in the bottom floor of Pierce Hall is the non-profit food pantry. A few EMU students could be around but it is limited to just that. Swoop’s is not as busy as an Eagle Café like those at Pray-Harrold and the College of Business. This location on campus is quiet but has shelves full of valuables at no cost to you.

Fitness on Social Media: For Yourself or Others?

You scroll through your social media feed; it could be Twitter or Instagram. Many topics and posts show up, like comedy or news. A friend’s post enters position on your phone screen, and it is a gym selfie. You might have seen them before. 

Winter 2019 Graduates Celebrate Commencement

Graduates of Eastern Michigan University celebrated commencement on Sunday, April 28 at the Convocation Center.

Student Affairs Committee Brings Grad School Application Suggestions, DRC Concerns to Board

 During the last student affairs committee meeting of the 2018-2019 academic year, regents received presentations and concerns from Student Government, Housing and Residence Life and EMU's Children Institute, as well as campus leader Aaron Kempa. The presentations took place Tuesday, April 23, in Welch Hall with an audience of 40 to 50 people listening to the updates. 

Police Blotter: April 15-28

The police blotter is a collection of the criminal going-ons at Eastern Michigan University for the weeks of April 15 through April 28. 

Recent Campus Hate Incident Displays EMU’s Lack of Protective Policy

 Like many students, Chris Casillas didn't feel the need to read the EMU student code of conduct or the Housing Department's guide to campus living. However, after February's racial incident in Best Hall, he wishes he had.  "I have to go to a hearing with Conduct and see that girl again,” Casillas said. “I have to defend myself when I shouldn't even have to." "That girl" is his former suitemates’ girlfriend, who hung up a naked black baby doll for Casillas to find early February 11. With the Washtenaw County Prosecutor refusing to charge her and the suitemates with ethnic intimidation, justice for Casillas is left to Eastern's Conduct office -- and their vague policies regarding hate incidents on campus.

Student Body President-Elect, Vice President-Elect Speak on EMU Issues

President-elect Ethan Smith and Vice President-elect Hajer Abuzir spoke on issues they hope to focus on when taking office. Some include the privatization of housing, food security, student homelessness and diversity.

Controversial Phrase Written on Free Speech Walls

A controversial phrase was discovered on the free speech walls outside of Pray Harold on Thursday. The phrase, “It’s okay to be white,” was written on both sides of each wall. The message was painted over a Nipsey Hussle tribute. 

Created Equal Teams Up with Protect Life at EMU for Biannual Anti-Abortion Display

The Created Equal organization set up in front of the Marshall building around 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 18 to promote their pro-life and anti-abortion views to the students of EMU. The organization was partnered with Protect Life at EMU. 

Today in History: April 16th

Walter Cronkite, pioneer broadcast journalist began anchoring the CBS Evening News on this day in history.

Police Blotter: April 8-14

106th Senate Sworn in by Student Body President

The 106th Senate convened for the first time Tuesday to hold an organizational meeting. During this meeting, they performed necessary procedural steps required before becoming a governing body. This included the swearing in of new senators as well as nominating and voting on the elected positions. Taylor Lawrence secured the position of Speaker of the Senate while Jack Swartzinski was elected to Parliamentarian. The senate will break for the summer and hold their first official meeting on Sept. 3, 2019.

Student Body President Suspends BSU from Student Government Funding

Ypsilanti City Council approves plan to improve parks

The Ypsilanti City Council approved a resolution authorizing the park improvement cost schedule at their bi-weekly meeting on Tuesday, April 16.

City Council Live Blog: April 16

A live blog of the Ypsilanti City Council meeting Tuesday, April 16.

Pittsfield Township chief of police speaks on explosion at Ann Arbor Welding Supply

Several propane tanks exploded at Ann Arbor Welding Supply at around 12:40 p.m. on Thursday, April 11. The incident was handled by Pittsfield Township Department of Public Safety. 

Women in Philanthropy Partners with CISE to Sponsor First SolvEMU Competition

Women in Philanthropy and the Creative Science Inquiry Experience program (CSIE) hosted the first SolvEMU -- a critical thinking competition in the Student Center on Friday, April 5.