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Eastern Michigan suspends professor following arrest in child predator sting with Chris Hansen
Read full article: Eastern Michigan suspends professor following arrest in child predator sting with Chris HansenAn Eastern Michigan University professor is suspended after being arrested in a child predator sting operation with Chris Hansen.
5 players Detroit Lions could target to replace Aidan Hutchinson as Super Bowl aspirations rise
Read full article: 5 players Detroit Lions could target to replace Aidan Hutchinson as Super Bowl aspirations riseThe Detroit Lions are in the midst of their Super Bowl window, and they just lost not only the best defensive player in the National Football League but also the best player on their team, Aidan Hutchinson, to a gruesome leg injury.
Eastern Michigan University hosts dedication ceremony for new arts complex
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University hosts dedication ceremony for new arts complexEastern Michigan University hosts a dedication ceremony to celebrate the Windgate Foundation's $3.4 million contribution, pivotal in funding a new arts complex.
Eastern Michigan University becomes first American university to welcome refugee students for fall semester
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University becomes first American university to welcome refugee students for fall semesterEastern Michigan University will welcome three refugee students to campus during the upcoming fall semester, officials said.
Nonprofit organization hosts charity comedy show to benefit Metro Detroit youth
Read full article: Nonprofit organization hosts charity comedy show to benefit Metro Detroit youthDetroit-bred nonprofit Youth Are Bigger Than Life is hosting an exclusive charity comedy show to support Metro Detroit's youth.
Police give all clear following Eastern Michigan University ‘critical emergency’ alert related to bomb threat
Read full article: Police give all clear following Eastern Michigan University ‘critical emergency’ alert related to bomb threatPolice confirmed no suspicious items were found and the campus returned to normal operations at about 2:45 p.m.
Eastern Michigan University physics students prep high-altitude balloon for solar eclipse research
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University physics students prep high-altitude balloon for solar eclipse researchThe students have been building the weather balloon for over a year and a half and are now in the final stages of perfecting it.
Researchers: Connection between Asian American racism and increased gun purchases during COVID-19 pandemic
Read full article: Researchers: Connection between Asian American racism and increased gun purchases during COVID-19 pandemicThe study looked at the impacts of racism, alcohol abuse and mental distress on the number of gun purchases among Asian Americans.
Former NFL quarterback helps distribute thousands of meals ahead of holidays at Eastern Michigan University
Read full article: Former NFL quarterback helps distribute thousands of meals ahead of holidays at Eastern Michigan UniversityThanksgiving came early for the Washtenaw County community as on Thursday, Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti hosted its annual Thankful for You event at its George Gervin GameAbove Center.
NFL quarterback Brett Hundley, local organizations handing out 1,000 meals to Ypsilanti community
Read full article: NFL quarterback Brett Hundley, local organizations handing out 1,000 meals to Ypsilanti communityThe second annual “Thankful for You” will offer up meal kits, frozen turkeys, pies and other holiday staples during a drive-thru event at 11:30 a.m.
More than 600 girls explore STEM fields during Digital Divas conference in Ypsilanti
Read full article: More than 600 girls explore STEM fields during Digital Divas conference in YpsilantiA series of workshops from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday will introduce conference participants to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) industries.
Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby donates $1M to Eastern Michigan ahead of matchup against Detroit Lions
Read full article: Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby donates $1M to Eastern Michigan ahead of matchup against Detroit LionsLas Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby has donated $1 million to Eastern Michigan University's athletic department ahead of his Monday Night Football showdown against the Detroit Lions.
Eastern Michigan to rename football field after Maxx Crosby following $1M gift to university
Read full article: Eastern Michigan to rename football field after Maxx Crosby following $1M gift to universityLas Vegas Raiders edge rusher and former Eastern Michigan football standout Maxx Crosby announced a $1 million gift to his school as the Raiders visit Detroit for Monday Night Football.
More students now eligible for free tuition, scholarships at Eastern Michigan University
Read full article: More students now eligible for free tuition, scholarships at Eastern Michigan UniversityEMU’s Eastern Tuition Advantage program, which has operated for a decade, covers full tuition when added to both federal and state financial aid.
Forbes: Eastern Michigan University among best-in-state employers
Read full article: Forbes: Eastern Michigan University among best-in-state employersThe Ypsilanti university has more than 14,000 students pursuing degrees and certifications in 300 majors, minors and concentrations. It is one of only 72 employers in Michigan to be named.
Police union at Eastern Michigan University to receive pay increase over three years
Read full article: Police union at Eastern Michigan University to receive pay increase over three yearsThe agreement was approved by the Ypsilanti university’s Board of Regents on Monday and will last through June 30, 2026, officials said.
Police arrest Ann Arbor man accused of sexually assaulting, robbing woman in Ypsilanti
Read full article: Police arrest Ann Arbor man accused of sexually assaulting, robbing woman in YpsilantiThe Ypsilanti Police Department, in connection with LawNET and Eastern Michigan University police detectives, have arrested 18-year-old Andrew Najib Jimenes Vasquez of Ann Arbor.
Ypsilanti woman sexually assaulted on street in plain view; police search for man
Read full article: Ypsilanti woman sexually assaulted on street in plain view; police search for manPolice from Ypsilanti and Eastern Michigan University are searching for a man who sexually assaulted a woman on the street in plain view.
Eastern Michigan University receives $1.6 million for new cybersecurity initiative
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University receives $1.6 million for new cybersecurity initiativeThe gift came from the GameAbove, an alumni and supporter-led philanthropic group that funds programs and numerous initiatives at the university.
Eastern Michigan University alumni establish scholarship honoring graduate killed in Texas mall shooting
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University alumni establish scholarship honoring graduate killed in Texas mall shootingThe scholarship is designed for undergraduate and graduate international students studying Construction Management at EMU.
Morning 4: Michigan college graduate among those killed in Dallas-area mass shooting -- and other news
Read full article: Morning 4: Michigan college graduate among those killed in Dallas-area mass shooting -- and other newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
Eastern Michigan University to break ground on $7.5 million arts complex on Thursday
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University to break ground on $7.5 million arts complex on ThursdayEMU officials and members of the local arts community will gather for a groundbreaking ceremony for the Windgate Arts Complex on Thursday.
Examining college security presence in Michigan after MSU campus shooting
Read full article: Examining college security presence in Michigan after MSU campus shootingFollowing the deadly shooting at Michigan State University, campus safety has become a deciding factor, along with academics and student life.
Eastern Michigan University announces new mental health initiative supporting students of color
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University announces new mental health initiative supporting students of colorA new support group aims to provide support to BIPOC students who struggle with anxiety, depression or other mental health issues.
Eastern Michigan University accepting applications for third entrepreneurial cohort
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University accepting applications for third entrepreneurial cohortThe eight-week hybrid program teaches entrepreneurs business skills, and offers professional coaching, networking and mentoring opportunities.
Family decorates grave on 10th anniversary of Eastern Michigan student’s murder, hopes for new leads
Read full article: Family decorates grave on 10th anniversary of Eastern Michigan student’s murder, hopes for new leadsThe family of a murdered Eastern Michigan University student marked 10 years without justice on Saturday.
Ypsilanti family wants justice in Eastern Michigan student’s murder as 10-year-anniversary approaches
Read full article: Ypsilanti family wants justice in Eastern Michigan student’s murder as 10-year-anniversary approachesA Ypsilanti family is going a decade without justice in the brutal murder of an Eastern Michigan University student, and they want answers.
Eastern Michigan University raises nearly $600K during annual Giving TrueDay fundraiser
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University raises nearly $600K during annual Giving TrueDay fundraiserEMU's annual Giving TrueDay was driven by faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends, said school officials.
Eastern Michigan University amps up partnership with global esports organization
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University amps up partnership with global esports organizationEastern Michigan University is expanding its partnership with global esports gaming organization Gen.G to include more on-campus events and project-based internships.
Eastern Michigan University event delivers Thanksgiving meals to those in need
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University event delivers Thanksgiving meals to those in needHosted by the Hundley Foundation, Eastern Michigan University and Chartwells Higher Education, the two-part “Thankful For You” event will see meals delivered by community partners and a Thanksgiving feast on Eastern’s campus.
Digital Divas at Eastern Michigan University hosting 12th annual STEM conference
Read full article: Digital Divas at Eastern Michigan University hosting 12th annual STEM conferenceEastern Michigan University’s Digital Divas will provide insight into opportunities in STEM for young women during its 12th annual high school conference on Friday, Nov. 9.
Eastern Michigan University approves new contract for more than 500 faculty members
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University approves new contract for more than 500 faculty membersThe four-year labor contract covers more than 500 full-time EMU faculty members and includes increases in base pay, changes to health care plan costs and faculty parking costs.
Eastern Michigan University professors reach new 4-year labor agreement after 3-day strike
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University professors reach new 4-year labor agreement after 3-day strikeMembers of the Eastern Michigan University American Association of University Professors (AAUP) voted 96% in favor of ratifying a new four-year labor agreement which includes significant gains in salary, retirement, and protections for health care coverage.
Eastern Michigan basketball star Emoni Bates suspended from team following gun arrest
Read full article: Eastern Michigan basketball star Emoni Bates suspended from team following gun arrestEastern Michigan basketball star Emoni Bates has been suspended from the team following a gun arrest over the weekend.
Eastern Michigan basketball star Emoni Bates arrested on gun charges
Read full article: Eastern Michigan basketball star Emoni Bates arrested on gun chargesLast year’s top Michigan high school basketball player and recent Eastern Michigan transfer Emoni Bates was arrested this weekend and is facing two gun charges.
Eastern Michigan University students among those awarded $10,000 esports scholarships
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University students among those awarded $10,000 esports scholarshipsEMU’s Iyad Khattab and Je’Naiya Tims were among 10 students selected from universities across the United States.
Classes resume at Eastern Michigan University after tentative deal reached amid faculty strike
Read full article: Classes resume at Eastern Michigan University after tentative deal reached amid faculty strikeClasses are resuming Monday morning for Eastern Michigan University students after a tentative deal has been reached between the university and faculty that had been on strike.
Strike over? Classes to resume at Eastern Michigan after University reaches tentative deal with faculty
Read full article: Strike over? Classes to resume at Eastern Michigan after University reaches tentative deal with facultyEastern Michigan University has announced a tentative deal to get hundreds of professors back in the classrooms.
Eastern Michigan worker drove ‘without any clothing while touching himself’ in Dearborn, police say
Read full article: Eastern Michigan worker drove ‘without any clothing while touching himself’ in Dearborn, police sayAn Eastern Michigan University employee is accused of touching himself inappropriately while driving naked in Dearborn, police said.
Faculty at Eastern Michigan University votes to strike
Read full article: Faculty at Eastern Michigan University votes to strikeThe faculty at Eastern Michigan University is headed to a strike. It was an overwhelming vote, with 91% in favor of authorizing a strike. It comes as contract talks with the university have stalled.
Eastern Michigan University faculty voted to authorize strike due to labor dispute
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University faculty voted to authorize strike due to labor disputeThe Eastern Michigan University faculty has voted to authorize a strike due to a labor dispute during a union meeting Tuesday night.
Critical vote coming Tuesday in Eastern Michigan University labor dispute
Read full article: Critical vote coming Tuesday in Eastern Michigan University labor disputeA labor dispute at Eastern Michigan University shows no sign of letting up. The faculty union at the university is set to make a critical vote Tuesday that could signal a strike just as the school year gets underway.
What you need to know before you tailgate at NCAA football games in Michigan this year
Read full article: What you need to know before you tailgate at NCAA football games in Michigan this yearGet ready to make some noise! College football is back. Here are a few things to know before you hit the tailgate lots.
Eastern Michigan University union rejects administration’s salary proposal, requests more
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University union rejects administration’s salary proposal, requests moreThe university administration’s salary proposal to the Eastern Michigan University faculty union was rejected on Monday.
Check out these players from Michigan participating in The Basketball Tournament
Read full article: Check out these players from Michigan participating in The Basketball TournamentThe Basketball Tournament, also known as TBT, is a basketball competition for a cause. Many players from Michigan will be participating in the event this year.
Ypsilanti native, Memphis transfer Emoni Bates commits to Eastern Michigan
Read full article: Ypsilanti native, Memphis transfer Emoni Bates commits to Eastern MichiganYpsilanti native and Memphis Tigers transfer Emoni Bates is coming home, as multiple sources have reported that he will be taking his talents to Eastern Michigan.
Got ideas? Eastern Michigan University is looking for local entrepreneurs
Read full article: Got ideas? Eastern Michigan University is looking for local entrepreneursThe hybrid program helps aspiring entrepreneurs hone business skills while offering professional coaching, networking and mentoring opportunities.
🔒 Craft & Barrel: Michigan university partnering with Detroit brewery to provide training school for beer lovers
Read full article: 🔒 Craft & Barrel: Michigan university partnering with Detroit brewery to provide training school for beer loversEastern Michigan University has partnered with Nain Rouge Brewery to educate beer lovers about fermentation science.
Eastern Michigan University football players host Victory Day for Special Olympics athletes
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University football players host Victory Day for Special Olympics athletesWhen you think about college football players, you think of big, tough, angry athletes looking to make a tackle, but this story may change your mind. Wednesday (May 25) was Victory Day at Eastern Michigan University, a day all about giving kids and adults with disabilities a chance to play on the football field.
Eastern Michigan University releases report on sexual assault allegations against fraternity members
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University releases report on sexual assault allegations against fraternity membersEastern Michigan University is out with an independent report on how the school handled sex assault accusations involving the school’s fraternities.
Ann Arbor SPARK annual meeting celebrates regional investments, reveals updated strategic plan
Read full article: Ann Arbor SPARK annual meeting celebrates regional investments, reveals updated strategic planAnn Arbor SPARK hosted its 2022 Annual Meeting on Thursday at Eastern Michigan University’s Student Center.
Washtenaw Community College to have first in person commencement since 2019
Read full article: Washtenaw Community College to have first in person commencement since 2019Washtenaw Community College will give almost 2,000 degrees to graduates during its first in-person commencement ceremony in three years on Saturday.
‘I was raped’: Former Eastern Michigan student shares what happened when he reported assault
Read full article: ‘I was raped’: Former Eastern Michigan student shares what happened when he reported assaultA former Eastern Michigan University student is coming forward to share the story of how he says he was treated by the university after being sexually assaulted in his dorm room.
Eastern Michigan University investigates after racist images were painted over student speech wall
Read full article: Eastern Michigan University investigates after racist images were painted over student speech wallEastern Michigan University responded and condemned the racist images that were painted over a message on a student speech wall in the middle of campus. The area is designated for free speech.
Founder of Ann Arbor startup wins 25K in Eastern Michigan University pitch competition
Read full article: Founder of Ann Arbor startup wins 25K in Eastern Michigan University pitch competitionAs part of EMU’s eight-week Executive Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Venture Challenge program, enrolled entrepreneurs pitched their ideas to local business leaders for the chance to win funding.
Person who murdered Eastern Michigan student 9 years ago still hasn’t been caught
Read full article: Person who murdered Eastern Michigan student 9 years ago still hasn’t been caughtThe family of an Eastern Michigan student who was found murdered in an off-campus apartment bathtub nearly a decade ago is still waiting for her killer to be captured.