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Which Washtenaw County area high school graduates are scheduled for action on Saturday, Oct. 25?

By H. K. Maddox | Oct 22, 2025

These ex-Washtenaw County area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Saturday, Oct. 25.

Digital Divas Conference at Eastern Michigan University encourages high school girls’ participation in STEM

By H. D. Bergman | Oct 22, 2025

Eastern Michigan University's GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology is set to host its annual Digital Divas Conference on October 24, 2025.

University of Michigan study explores trade-offs in expanding US domestic cobalt mining

By A. S. Brooks | Oct 22, 2025

Researchers at the University of Michigan have published a study examining the complex decisions facing U.S. communities as the country considers increasing domestic cobalt mining to support decarbonization and technological needs.

University of Michigan researchers develop 3D-printed metamaterial tubes for vibration isolation

By K. F. Mckenzie | Oct 22, 2025

Researchers from the University of Michigan and the Air Force Research Laboratory have demonstrated a new way to reduce vibrations using 3D-printed structures known as mechanical metamaterials.

Former University of Michigan researcher wins Nobel Prize in Chemistry for work on MOFs

By A. S. Brooks | Oct 22, 2025

Omar Yaghi, now a professor at the University of California, Berkeley, has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Eastern Michigan University faculty to play key role at MiDEC 2025 Conference

By N. G. Simmons | Oct 21, 2025

Eastern Michigan University (EMU) will have a significant presence at the Michigan Division for Early Childhood (MiDEC) 2025 Conference, which will be held November 6–7 at the EMU Student Center Ballroom in Ypsilanti.

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Ann Arbor Public Schools SAT Performance: How many Hispanic students set for college in 2023-24 school year?

By I. S. Barlow | Oct 21, 2025

Hispanic students' college readiness declined in Ann Arbor Public Schools during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

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Which ex-high school standouts featured in Washtenaw County will compete on Friday, Oct. 24?

By H. K. Maddox | Oct 21, 2025

This former Washtenaw County area high school athlete are set to compete on Friday, Oct. 24.

Ethnic disparities found after Manchester Community Schools SAT results released in 2023-24 school year

By I. S. Barlow | Oct 20, 2025

White students' college readiness declined in Manchester Community Schools during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

Percentage of white students ready for college grows in Washtenaw ISD in 2023-24 school year compared to previous school year

By I. S. Barlow | Oct 19, 2025

White students' college readiness improved in Washtenaw ISD during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

College readiness in Ann Arbor Public Schools differed among races in school in 2023-24 school year

By I. S. Barlow | Oct 18, 2025

Asian students' college readiness improved in Ann Arbor Public Schools during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

Washtenaw County's football teams receive $85,150,508 in 2024

By J. K. Baker | Oct 17, 2025

Washtenaw County's three colleges spent $85,150,508 on their football teams in 2024, a 6.2%% increase over the previous year.

Chelsea School District Education: White students recorded lower performance in 2023-24 SAT than previous school year

By I. S. Barlow | Oct 17, 2025

White students' college readiness declined in Chelsea School District during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

Eastern Michigan University to host inaugural Mental Health and Wellness Fair

By N. G. Simmons | Oct 17, 2025

Eastern Michigan University will hold its first Mental Health and Wellness Fair on October 22, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the EMU Student Center in Ypsilanti.

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Which Washtenaw County area high school graduates will take part in games in the week starting Monday, Oct. 20?

By H. K. Maddox | Oct 17, 2025

The week of Monday, Oct. 20 will see these former Washtenaw County area high school standouts in action.

College readiness in Grass Lake Community Schools differed among races in school in 2023-24 school year

By I. S. Barlow | Oct 16, 2025

White students' college readiness improved in Grass Lake Community Schools during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

South Lyon Community Schools SAT Performance: How many Hispanic students set for college in 2023-24 school year?

By I. S. Barlow | Oct 15, 2025

Hispanic students' college readiness declined in South Lyon Community Schools during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

Three University of Michigan faculty named American Physical Society fellows

By K. F. Mckenzie | Oct 15, 2025

Three faculty members from the University of Michigan have been named fellows of the American Physical Society (APS), a distinction that highlights notable achievements in physics and service to the scientific community.

Eastern Michigan University podcast addresses toxic dating trends among college students

By N. G. Simmons | Oct 15, 2025

Eastern Michigan University’s podcast “Enlighten U” has released an October 2025 episode focused on toxic trends in college dating relationships.

Eastern Michigan University awards Avi Dragun the 2025 Presidential Scholarship