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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Clare County in week ending Oct. 12

By East Michigan News | Oct 18, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Clare County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Eastern Michigan soccer falls to Northern Illinois despite early lead

By East Michigan News | Oct 18, 2024

Eastern Michigan University's soccer team experienced a narrow defeat against Northern Illinois University, losing 2-1 in a match held at the NIU Soccer and Track & Field Complex on Sunday, October 18. The Eagles initially took the lead with a goal from redshirt sophomore Sophia Baumann during the first half.

Harvard faces scrutiny over handling of anti-CCP protests

By East Michigan News | Oct 18, 2024

As reported by the Free Beacon, an investigation into a protest at Harvard University revealed that anti-CCP protestors were placed on disciplinary probation while no action was taken against a pro-CCP agitator who assaulted them. Chairman John Moolenaar expressed concern over this treatment, stating, "This is yet another example of Harvard’s appallingly unequal treatment of protestors based on the speech they support."

Eastern Michigan's women's golf team heads to Hawaii for Rainbow Wahine Invitational

By East Michigan News | Oct 18, 2024

The Eastern Michigan University (EMU) women's golf team is preparing to compete in the 2024 Rainbow Wahine Invitational, scheduled for October 21-23. The event will take place at the Kapolei Golf Club in Kapolei, O'ahu, Hawai'i. This three-day tournament is hosted by the University of Hawai'i and features a field of 15 teams, including Osaka Gakuin University from Japan.

Lawmakers allege McKinsey misled Congress about work for Chinese government

By East Michigan News | Oct 18, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar, along with Senators Marco Rubio and Joni Ernst, have presented evidence implicating McKinsey & Company in consulting activities for the Chinese military and government. This information suggests that McKinsey misrepresented its involvement under oath while receiving substantial U.S. defense contracts.

Eastern Michigan cross country teams compete at Arturo Barrios Invitational and Falcon Invite

By East Michigan News | Oct 18, 2024

The Eastern Michigan University (EMU) men's and women's cross country teams participated in two events on Friday, October 18. The EMU women finished 11th in the 6k race at the Arturo Barrios Invitational hosted by Texas A&M University, while the men secured 12th place in the 8k event. At the Falcon Invite, held at Bowling Green State University, the women's team placed 10th.

Carlin Borsheim-Black receives Charles Carpenter Fries Award

By East Michigan News | Oct 18, 2024

English professor Carlin Borsheim-Black has been recognized for her contributions to the field of English education. The Michigan Council of Teachers of English (MCTE) awarded her the Charles Carpenter Fries Award for 2024-2025, acknowledging her distinguished career in advancing English teaching.

Eastern Michigan volleyball team falls to Western Michigan in three sets

By East Michigan News | Oct 18, 2024

Eastern Michigan University's volleyball team was defeated by Western Michigan University in a three-set match held on Friday, October 18, at the George Gervin GameAbove Center in Ypsilanti, Michigan.

1 gas station in cities throughout Gladwin County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Oct. 12

By East Michigan News | Oct 18, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Gladwin County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Clare County in week ending Oct. 12

By East Michigan News | Oct 17, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Clare County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Eagles volleyball secures comeback victory over Northern Illinois

By East Michigan News | Oct 17, 2024

The Eastern Michigan University volleyball team secured a comeback victory against Northern Illinois University, winning 3-2 at the George Gervin GameAbove Center. This marks the third reverse sweep for the Eagles this season, equaling their record from 2014.

US halts imports from DJI over forced labor concerns

By East Michigan News | Oct 17, 2024

Yesterday, Reuters reported that the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has stopped imports from DJI, a Chinese drone manufacturer, due to concerns over forced labor practices. This decision comes as a violation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. In response to this development, Chairman John Moolenaar and Representative Elise Stefanik issued a joint statement.

US lawmakers raise concern over Chinese military research activities in Arctic

By East Michigan News | Oct 17, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party have raised concerns about China's increasing military research activities in the Arctic. They expressed these concerns in a letter addressed to Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin.

Eastern Michigan announces gymnastics schedule for upcoming season

By East Michigan News | Oct 17, 2024

Eastern Michigan University's gymnastics team has announced its schedule for the 2025 season. Head Coach Katie Minasola revealed that the Eagles will host five home competitions at the George Gervin GameAbove Center in Ypsilanti, Michigan.

EMU offers free shuttles for homecoming football game on October 19

By East Michigan News | Oct 17, 2024

Eastern Michigan University (EMU) is providing a complimentary shuttle service for students, staff, and families to Rynearson Stadium on Saturday, October 19. This initiative is part of the Homecoming festivities and aims to ease transportation concerns for the football game against Central Michigan University.

CMU alumni lead national webinar on transgender workplace inclusion

By East Michigan News | Oct 17, 2024

Central Michigan University (CMU) is set to host a national webinar focused on transgender inclusion in the workplace. The event will be led by Dr. Jon Humiston, Director of Noncredit and Alternative Enrollment at CMU’s Innovation and Online division, and CMU alumnus Aaric Guerriero. This initiative is part of the American Association for Access, Equity, and Diversity's (AAAED) 50th-anniversary speaker series.