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Honors College announces Nicole Brown as opening speaker for annual Star Lecture Series

By H. D. Bergman | Sep 12, 2025

Nicole Brown, mayor of Ypsilanti and a two-time graduate of Eastern Michigan University, will open the 2025-26 Star Lecture Series hosted by the Honors College.

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Who are the former high school athletes from Washtenaw County area competing during the week of Monday, Sept. 15?

By H. K. Maddox | Sep 12, 2025

The week starting Monday, Sept. 15 will feature action from these former Washtenaw County area high school stars.

Rep. Woolford hosts Howell Police Chief at annual Capitol 9/11 memorial ceremony

By N. G. Simmons | Sep 11, 2025

Rep. Jason Woolford invited Howell Police Chief Mike Dunn to the Michigan State Capitol for the annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony organized by the Michigan House of Representatives.

University of Michigan engineers develop nano-switch controlling room-temperature flow of quantum information carriers

By K. F. Mckenzie | Sep 11, 2025

Engineers at the University of Michigan have developed a new nanostructure that can control and direct the flow of excitons, which are quantum quasiparticles, at room temperature.

College student depression rates decline for third straight year according to Healthy Minds Study

By K. F. Mckenzie | Sep 10, 2025

For the third consecutive year, college students in the United States are reporting declines in depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts.

Eastern Michigan University invites prospective students for Explore Eastern open house on October 25

By N. G. Simmons | Sep 10, 2025

Eastern Michigan University will host its annual Explore Eastern event on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Student Center located at 900 Oakwood St. in Ypsilanti.

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Which former Ann Arbor Times area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Sept. 13?

By H. K. Maddox | Sep 10, 2025

These former Ann Arbor Times area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Sept. 13.

Rep. Woolford criticizes DHHS over SNAP errors and fraud during oversight hearing

By N. G. Simmons | Sep 9, 2025

State Representative Jason Woolford (R-Howell) questioned Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director Elizabeth Hertel during a House Oversight Committee hearing.

Drew & Kin set for homecoming halftime performance at Eastern Michigan University

By H. K. Maddox | Sep 9, 2025

Eastern Michigan University will feature Drew & Kin, a piano-rock duo and alumni of the university, as the headline act for its Homecoming halftime show.

Eastern Michigan University student launches mobile app focused on STI disclosure

By H. K. Maddox | Sep 9, 2025

An Eastern Michigan University student has developed a mobile application aimed at addressing the challenges of sexually transmitted infection (STI) disclosure and promoting safer sex practices.

Eastern Michigan University receives opioid settlement funds for youth prevention programs

By H. D. Bergman | Sep 9, 2025

Two prevention specialists at Eastern Michigan University have obtained $224,756 from the Washtenaw County Opioid Settlement Fund to expand youth substance use prevention programs.

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How many Ypsilanti Community Schools students were considered ready for college in 2023-24 school year?

By J. E. Garcia | Sep 8, 2025

Ypsilanti Community Schools ranked the 20th lowest in college readiness statewide, based on its students’ performance on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the 2023-24 SAT.

Efforts boost endangered piping plover populations along Great Lakes shores

By W. B. Edwards | Sep 8, 2025

Sarah Foote, animal program manager at Potter Park Zoo in Lansing, has been part of the effort to help endangered piping plovers recover in the Great Lakes region for 15 summers.

Central Academy students ranked the 44th lowest statewide in college readiness in 2023-24 school year

By J. E. Garcia | Sep 7, 2025

Central Academy ranked the 44th lowest in college readiness statewide, based on its students’ performance on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the 2023-24 SAT.

Lower college readiness rates among Arbor Preparatory High School students in 2023-24 school year

By J. E. Garcia | Sep 6, 2025

Arbor Preparatory High School ranked the 124th lowest in college readiness statewide, based on its students’ performance on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the 2023-24 SAT.

Were Lincoln Consolidated School District students in 2023-24 school year ready for college?

By J. E. Garcia | Sep 5, 2025

Lincoln Consolidated School District ranked the 128th lowest in college readiness statewide, based on its students’ performance on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the 2023-24 SAT.

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Which former Ann Arbor Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Sept. 8?

By H. K. Maddox | Sep 5, 2025

These former Ann Arbor Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Sept. 8.

Fewer Manchester Community Schools students ready for college in 2023-24 school year

By J. E. Garcia | Sep 4, 2025

Manchester Community Schools ranked the 214th highest in college readiness statewide, based on its students’ performance on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the 2023-24 SAT.

House advances Rep. Woolford's bill for chip-enabled bridge card security

By A. S. Haskins | Sep 3, 2025

State Representative Jason Woolford (R-Howell) has welcomed the progress of his proposed legislation aimed at improving security for Michigan’s food assistance program.

Grass Lake Community Schools students held the 161st highest rank statewide in college readiness in 2023-24 school year

By J. E. Garcia | Sep 3, 2025

Grass Lake Community Schools ranked the 161st highest in college readiness statewide, based on its students’ performance on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the 2023-24 SAT.

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