Janis Tsai

Rose: Battle for equality far from finished

According to keynote speaker Tricia Rose, just because there is a black president doesn’t mean discrimination no longer exists.

Geek Squad is possible option for tech problem

In 2010, with the release of the Droid, Kindle and the latest iWhatever, it seems consumers cannot have enough, or pay enough, for the latest gadgets. When these consumers do not understand how to fix their new toys, they inevitably call someone like Febbraro, a 21-year-old communication technology major at Eastern Michigan University.

Literary magazines at Eastern Michigan give students creative outlet

“Cellar Roots” and “Body Electric” are two literary magazines run by Eastern Michigan University students.

EMU Music Department hosts Korean Folk/Art Song concert

People gathered to hear EMU students and faculty from the Department of Music and Dance perform Korean folksongs once forbidden in Korea, Thursday at Pease.

Regina Spektor to be seen in new light

There will be a free showing of “Regina Spektor: Live in London” at 7 p.m. on Tuesday at the Student Center Auditorium. The Blu-ray will feature 18 of Spektor’s performances, from London’s Hammersmith Apollo Theater. It will be the first time fans can see Spektor perform at an uncomfortably close distance, as well as see footage of intimate details like sound check and peeks inside backstage.

'Amazing Race' draws viewers with challenges

“The Amazing Race” premiered Sept. 25 to millions of viewers eager to see how drama unfolds for a diverse roster of characters. Eleven teams must race around the world completing challenges and navigating across cultures, with the slowest teams getting eliminated. The last team remaining gets $1 million.

Peace Corps, AmeriCorps offer options

There is often an awkward transition period after a student graduates from college. Students often return to live in their parents’ house and fill out endless applications.

Snow Health offers sleep tips

The Wellness Center at Snow Health Center has displayed a large black panel advocating the benefits of a good night’s sleep.

Fall Feast serves up cultural exposure

Held at 6 p.m. Nov. 1 in Student Center room 310, the Fall Feast was the first major event lined up for EMU’s Native American Heritage Month.

Fall Feast opens Native American Heritage Month events at EMU

Eastern Michigan University kicks off Native American Heritage Month with the Fall Feast at 6 p.m. on Nov.

Lauren Jimerson has been working at the Lobby Shop, the convenience store in the Student Center since September 2009. She said, "Flex and Meal Plan is a gift from heaven."

Jeremy Push, a Phi Sig fraternity brother, relaxes on the porch of the Phi Sig House on Normal Street.

Tyrone Thomas, self-proclaimed ‘The Brown Warlock,’ said he hasn’t had this much fun since he slapped his mother-in-law. He has lived in Ypsilanti since 1972 after serving in the military as a combat medic.

Patrons visit street vendors at the Crossroads Music Festival June 11.