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Police blotter, May 10

By Drew Saunders · Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Thursday, April 28, 2016. Three unknown women were walking through the parking structure at 2:17 a.m., April 28.

EMU takes fifth place in forensics competition

By Nina Drumsta · Sunday, May 1, 2016

Eastern Michigan University took fifth overall place in the 2016 National Forensics Association’s Competition that took place at Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana.

College students across the country are finding it increasingly difficult to attend school. According to a study from the Wisconsin Hope Lab, 20 percent of all community college students face hunger and 13 percent are homeless.

Police Blotter, May 1

By Drew Saunders · Sunday, May 1, 2016

Thursday, April 21, 2016. An EMU student realized that the graduation tickets they bought from an unidentified person in the Student Center were fake and not valid.

Democratic candidates running for the 54th district of the Michigan House of Representatives in Pray-Harold, April 26.

EMU hosts Democratic debate

By Joe Israel · Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Five Democratic candidates vying for a seat in the 54th district of the Michigan House of Representatives flexed their political muscles on Thursday night April 26 in a debate held at Pray-Harrold. Sponsored by the Political Science Department, the College Democrats of EMU and WEMU 89.1 FM, the debate focused on a variety of questions that remains unanswered for voters and residents in this state alike.

EMU football to remain in Mid-American Conference for a "long, long time"

By Nina Drumsta · Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Late Tuesday afternoon, an email was sent out to the Eastern Michigan University community from Interim President Donald Loppnow and all members of the Board of Regents addressing the rumors that have been buzzing the past several days in regards to eliminating football or dropping down to a lower division of the NCAA and dropping out of the Mid-American Conference. In this email, the EMU community was assured that Loppnow and the regents are “please to be a member of an outstanding conference,” and any claims of these rumors are false.

EMU community expresses athletics budget concerns at regents meeting

By Shelby Taylor & Scout Bostley · Friday, April 22, 2016

The Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents held its regular meeting in room 201 of Welch Hall Friday at 1 p.m.

Producer of Modern Family and EMU alumnus holds Q & A

By Drew Saunders · Friday, April 22, 2016

Thursday afternoon Sally Young, the production manager of the Emmy-award winning sitcom Modern Family and an Eastern Michigan Univesrity alumnus graduating forty years back, sat in Quirk-Spongberg Theater to discuss her career and give advice to the EMU community on what it takes to make it in Hollywood. She’s since been involved with movies such as 10 Things I hate About You and A Mother’s Prayer.

Release of the 2014 and 2015 athletic budget

By Scout Bostley · Thursday, April 21, 2016

The Eastern Echo received a copy of a 2014 and 2015 athletic budget from an anonymous source inside the Eastern Michigan Student Government.

Ribbon cutting ceremony for the Power of Connection exhibit in McKenny Hall on Thursday, April 14.

McKenny Hall unveils Power of Connection exhibit

By Joe Israel · Sunday, April 17, 2016

Students from Eastern Michigan University’s graduate historic preservation program cut the ribbon and unveiled a new exhibit that highlights the involvement of EMU student organizations over the past 166 years on Thursday, April 14 in McKenny Hall. The McKenny Art Gallery opened in 2014 and showcases a collection of historical photos, artifacts and student artwork engulfing the rich tradition of the institution.

EMU student to run for state representative

By Leaha Dotson · Saturday, April 16, 2016

Steven Kwasny, an Eastern Michigan University student majoring in political science with plans to graduate in spring of 2017, made a big announcement this past Tuesday April 12, 2016.

News briefs, April 17

By Drew Saunders · Saturday, April 16, 2016

The EMU Food Campus is going to be hosting a food drive in the Student Center all week. They are going to be accepting all non-perishable food items, anytime, in room 346. The semester is ending and students are deciding what their plans are for fall.

Nation Crime Victims Rights Week share information and raise awareness in the Student Center on April 14.

EMU observes National Crime Victims Rights Week

By Joe Israel · Saturday, April 16, 2016

In observance of National Crime Victims Rights Week from April 10-16, the Department of Public Safety, Crime Prevention, and Wellness Center partnered to share information with Eastern Michigan University community for an event dedicated to victims’ rights in the Student Center on Thursday, April 14. National Crime Victims’ Rights Week highlights challenges faced by victims and shines light to the everyday struggles and hardships they face as a result from their assaults. These themes accentuate the importance of early intervention and victim services, and establish a safe and compassionate environment where victims can share their stories and receive support. The coordinators of the event aimed to provide outreach as well as spread the word about the university’s many options and programs dealing with crime prevention.

Members of the Internal Affairs Committee at their regular meeting on April 12, 2016

Business and Finance Committee passes allocations

By Mona Beydoun · Wednesday, April 13, 2016

The Business and Finance Committee granted one allocation Tuesday night in the Student Center at its regular meeting. Women’s Ultimate Frisbee was granted $350 for game-related fees.

Green March for Autism Acceptance, April 12, 2016.

EMU holds Green March for Autism Acceptance

By Drew Saunders · Wednesday, April 13, 2016

“We don’t need more awareness. Everyone pretty much knows about autism, so we thought it’d be better to have a march for autism acceptance,” Theodore Coutilish, Eastern Michigan University’s Associate VP for Marketing said. The Green March for Autism Acceptance at EMU began in the Student Center at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday. Sally Burton-Hoyle and Callie Boik, the creators this this march, said this event took about a month to organize.

Lorraine McKnight, senior career coach, teaches students how to build effective resumes and cover letters.

Students receive insight at resume making

By Sarah Lewis · Sunday, April 10, 2016

Eastern Michigan University’s Advising and Career Development Center and Peer Engagement Coach Program teamed up to host From College to Career, a workshop to help students build effective resumes and cover letters to send to employers on Thursday, April 7 in McKenny Hall. Lorraine McKnight, senior career coach, lectured on the components of a well written resume and how to incorporate community, campus and other involvements on a resume.

Migos to perform at Music Matters Charity Concert

By Mona Beydoun · Saturday, April 9, 2016

Hip Hop trio Migos will perform at the Fifth Annual Music Matters Charity Concert at 8 p.m., April 13, in Hill Auditorium, 825 N University Ave, Ann Arbor. University of Michigan junior Matt Fisher, fundraising chair for Music Matters, said all proceeds from the concert will help fund a summer camp for underrepresented Detroit youth.

Students at the Best Buddies Friendship Walk in Gallup Park in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 9.