Welcome to Eastern Michigan University

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Welcome to EMU!

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Eastern Michigan University is located in the heart of South Eastern Michigan, and is home to more than 14,000 students. We'll begin our tour in University Park, right outside the EMU Student Center. One of many beautiful locations on campus. In all seasons, you can capture the beauty of our campus, and there's plenty to do during the academic year too! Whether you're attending Eaglefest, shooting hoops at the courts, or reading a good book, we think this place can become your home.

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Life on Campus

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Life on campus starts here in the EMU student center. From student services like the admissions welcome center, to student government and campus life, with resources such as our LGBTQ+ Resource Center, Women's Resource Center, and Center for Race and Ethnicity, the Student Center is truly the hub for life on campus. Here, you can view the Student Center dining area, which has many seating options and easy access to our on-campus Starbucks!

Welcome Home!

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Living on campus allows our students to connect with their peers, build independence, and be close to all our resources. For those students living on campus, we offer various housing options, and we're excited to offer some new options for our students. EMU offers community living, suite-style, and apartment-style options for on-campus residents. Our halls also feature community-updated lounge areas, kitchens, and laundry rooms. The newly renovated spaces will include central air conditioning, improved Wi-Fi coverage, and more!

Suite Style Residence Hall

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Welcome to Sellers Hall! One of our newly renovated residence spaces for incoming first-year students! We've invested in improving the environment for our on-campus residents, including newly furnished lounge areas, updated bathrooms, and improved safety features. Sellers hall is also conveniently connected to the Eastern Eateries! Our campus has many suite-style options, all within a short walking distance from the Student Center and academic buildings.

Communal Style Residence Hall

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Right across from Sellers is Wise Hall! Wise is our only residence hall with communal-style living! Wise Hall was also recently renovated and offers a community-focused way of living at EMU. Each room is equipped with two beds, two desks, and closet space. The updated bathrooms are located down the hall and are cleaned 3x a day! Research suggests that students living on campus earn higher GPAs, are more involved, and are more satisfied with their overall college experience!

Dine on campus

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We have over 19 dining locations on EMU's campus. Whether you need to grab something quick on the way to class or want to sit down for a meal with your friends, EMU has plenty of options. Choose from our all-you-care-to-eat dining hall, The Commons, and The Eateries, which is conveniently connected to four of our residence halls, our Student Center Food Court, or our Chick-fil-A on campus! Most academic buildings also have markets for something quick between classes or our new farmers' fridge vending machines.

Fitness Center: Rec IM

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Our Rec/IM is a great space for students who love being active. Whether you enjoy a daily workout or just need a place to hang out with your friends, a recent $18 million renovation has made this a great space for our students. In this facility, we have a club and Olympic-sized pool, updated cardio equipment, weight rooms, a yoga room, workout classes, an indoor track, volleyball, and basketball courts, and a center for E-Sports. Looking for a boost after your workout? Check out Shake Smart for a protein shake, acai bowl, or healthy snack.

Student Wellness

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At EMU, we understand that students have a lot going on, and we care about you holistically! Our Health Center (in collaboration with IHA) offers many resources for students and community members, including urgent care and a full pharmacy, which accepts many insurance types. In addition to your physical health, support your mental health with CAPS, our Counseling and Psychological Services space where students can consult with counselors or attend groups and workshops. CAPS offers free services to students enrolled at least part time.

Campus Beauty

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One of our favorite places on campus is EMU's Historic District, home to the oldest buildings on campus. The rich history and beautiful architecture of these buildings, combined with tree-lined walk ways creates a beautiful avenue for students to walk through and relax in. In this district, you'll find McKenny, Sherzer, Ford, King, Pierce, Boone, Welch and Starkweather halls.

Explore Ypsi

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Located in the heart of South East Michigan, welcome to our hometown o Ypsilanti or Ypsi for short! Ypsilanti is a small college town located, just 10 minutes from Ann Arbor, 45 minutes from Detroit, and 25 minutes from an international airport. Within walking distance of our campus are Depot Town and Downtown Ypsilanti. Our students can find places to eat, a vibrant arts community, coffee, and plenty of shops! On top of all of that, Ypsi is home to numerous parks, a farmer's market, and plenty of walking and bike trails!

Life in the Classroom

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With almost 90% of your classes capped at 30 students or less, we take your education seriously here! With experience both in and outside the classroom, our students are prepared for employment! You're currently viewing our Demonstration Kitchin in our College of Health and Human Services. This college houses programs like Social Work, Dietetics, and Nursing! Our goal at EMU is to prepare you for the environment you will one day be working in, so our Marshall Hall has labs and classrooms that simulate a real healthcare facility.

Game Above College of Engineering & Technology

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STEM is a growing field, and we've got lots to offer here at EMU. You're now in Sill Hall, our Game Above College of Engineering & Technology, where we're committed to producing talented, creative, and industrious graduates for a competitive world. This $40 million facility is home to our Schools of Engineering, Information Security & Applied Computing, Visual & Built Environments, and Technology Management. Featuring state-of-the-art lab spaces, 3D printers, Robotics, a cybersecurity server lab, flexible maker space, virtual reality, and the dedicated Jack Rousch Auto Lab, Sill Hall puts our students on the cutting edge.

College of Education

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There is no better place for future educators than here at EMU! Eastern was originally founded as a teaching college, or "normal school," in 1849 and we continue this tradition of excellence today. Our College of Education has a reputation for developing educators for many different school communities and classrooms, from urban, rural, suburban, and anywhere in between. We are here to promote the best of teaching and learning, and you will find EMU educators wherever you go, especially in Michigan.

College of Business

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Our College of Business, which has been ranked "the best in the midwest" every year since 2002, is home to many students at Eastern in both the undergraduate and graduate levels. We offer a BBA undergraduate degree with 14 majors, and 7 graduate degrees. Our promximity to major cities like Detriot and Ann Arbor ensures students are able to work directly with local- and international businesses to gain experience while also attending classes. This opportunity allows them to begin networking for future opportunities and internships.

Science Complex: Mark Jefferson & Strong Hall

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You're now in our Science Complex, which is made up of two academic buildings on campus, Mark Jefferson and Strong Hall. This $100 million facility holds all courses for the variety of science programs that we offer. We have many different classroom layouts to enhance your learning, including traditional classrooms, lecture halls, labs, a planetarium, a greenhouse, and an observatory complete with telescopes. As a Research 2 Carnegie Classified institution, our programs provide opportunities not only to learn but also to work hands-on with faculty to conduct research and participate in fieldwork.

Fine Arts, Communication, and Performing Arts

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EMU offers a variety of arts and humanities programs! You're viewing Judy Sturgis Hill Hall, our home to the Department of Communication, Media, and Theatre Arts. This space showcases three theatre spaces, a scene shop, and a radio and television studio in addition to our classrooms! Like many of our performing arts on campus, you don't have to be a specific major to participate. If you shine on stage, we want you to audition.

Halle Library

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Our university library is Bruce T Halle Library, a favorite study spot for students on campus. The library is a great place to study and where you can find the tools you need to succeed in the classroom. With computer labs, a Writing Center, the Academic Project Center, Eagle Study Tables, and the Holman Success Center, you have a team of supporters looking to encourage your success. And don't forget, this is a library. So, we house more than 1 million books for academics and fun!

Honors College

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The Honors College ensures that the highest-performing students at Eastern can meet their goals. The curriculum focuses on critical thinking, community service, civic engagement, cultural leadership, and global experiences. Perks to joining the Honors College include living in our newly updated Downing Hall, small class sizes capped at 26 students, and more hands-on learning experiences and engagement to complement your academic program of study. Being a member of the Honors College allows you to have a truly immersive experience that sparks a sense of community and connection with your peers!

EMU Athletics

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If you're ready to cheer on our Eagles to victory, you can start right here at "The Factory" inside Rynearson stadium or our George Gervin Game Above Center! EMU is home to 19 Division I athletic teams in the Mid-American Conference and most importantly, all sporting events are free for students to attend. Located just 1 mile from main campus, our athletic complexes offer a days worth of opportunities, and shuttles on game days!

Alumni & Beyond

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At the end of the day, success for students is the key. We want our students to not only graduate, but move on to success after their time with us. In fact, EMU has been rated as one of the top 100 universities for impacting our students social mobility after graduation. 88% of Eastern Michigan University graduates are employed in jobs in their field or are enrolled in graduate school within 6 months after gradaution. From COO's of the New York Stock Exchange to Superintdents right here in our local communities, Eagle alumni are soaring and having an impact on the work.

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