Central Michigan University's Collegiate Panhellenic Council holds Preference Day on Oct. 1, 2026, in Pearce Hall and the Education and Human Services Building. Preference Day is the fourth step of the multi-day process, right before Bid Day, which will be held on Oct. 2 at the Student Activity Center.
Central Michigan University's five residence hall community councils braved the waters of the Student Activity Center pools in the annual Homecoming Battleship competition, held in the SAC on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026. Students armed themselves with buckets and trash can lids as they boarded canoes, with the goal of sinking their opponents battleship by filling it with water. This year, the Saxe, Herrig and Celani Community Council took home the win and 100 points for their team after winning both rounds of the competition.
The Central Michigan University softball team tied 2-2 in their first fall game of the season against Oakland University at Margo Jonker Stadium, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. The team hosted the grizzlies for a doubleheader and will have their next fall game, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026.
The Central Michigan University field hockey team was defeated 3-0 by the University of Massachusetts Minutemen at home on Cristy Freese Field, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. Each of the minutemen's three goals were made on penalty shots given up by the Chippewas.
CMU's next field hockey matchup will take place on Oct. 2, at the University of Ohio.
The Central Michigan University women's soccer team fell to Bowling Green State University after failing to answer to BGSU's lone goal in the second half. Bowling Green controlled the ball for most of the matchup, with the Chippewas only putting up one shot compared to their opponent's 17.
Jadia Kershaw, the Chippewa's goal keeper, made seven saves throughout the match.
The team will face the University of Ohio in Athens this coming week on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026.
The Zonta club of Mount Pleasant hosted their 37th annual Zonta Applefest at Papa's Pumpkin Patch, Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. Bringing the community together the event had hayrides, food trucks, a corn maze, pumpkin picking and games.
The Central Michigan University women's field hockey team defeated the Ball State University Cardinals home at Cristy Freese Field on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026. The lone goal of the game was made by junior Carolena Ryon, a forward for the Chippewas, adding another win to the team's record this season.
CMU will take on the No.4 ranked University of Massachusetts this Sunday, Sept. 27 in Mount Pleasant.
The Central Michigan University volleyball team lost in three sets to Eastern Michigan University in McGuirk Arena on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026. The Chippewas are now 0-14 overall this season. Central Michigan sophomore outside hitter Taylor Cripe led the team with 13 kills. They will return to McGuirk Arena on Saturday, Sept. 26, at 5:30 p.m. to face Ohio University.
Central Michigan University's women's field hockey team lost to No. 13-ranked University of Michigan 5-0 on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026. Michigan had 12 shots on goal during the game. CMU returns to Cristy Freese Field on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, to face Ball State.
The Central Michigan University football team continues its win streak, defeating the University of Wyoming, 24-10, at Kelly/Shorts Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 18, 2026. The Chippewas are now 2-1 on the season and remain undefeated at home. They now head to face the University of Miami at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.
The Central Michigan University football team defeated the University of Wyoming 24-10 at Kelly/Shorts Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. Overall, CMU impressed on offense and defense, rushing for 339 yards and forcing two turnovers. Central Michigan University senior quarterback Angel Flores rushed for 163 of those yards, while senior defensive back Justin Taylor picked off Wyoming, his former team, in the 4th quarter. CMU heads south to face No. 5-ranked Miami at Hard Rock Stadium at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.
The Super Kicker Rodeo heads to the Isabella County Youth & Farm Fair for the Super Kicker Rodeo Championship Finals at the Isabella County Fairgrounds on Friday, Sept. 18, 2026. Riders give it their all, competing in multiple events including bull riding, bareback bronc riding, team roping, girls barrel racing and mutton busting. The final ride for the cowboys and cowgirls will take place back at the Isabella County Fairgrounds on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, starting at 7 p.m.
The Central Michigan University women's soccer team lost to Buffalo 1-0 at the Soccer/Lacrosse Complex on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026. The defensive showdown made for a close game. Buffalo junior midfielder Mae Hunt scored the only goal of the game in the 71st minute. The Chippewas have been shut out in back-to-back games for the first time this season. CMU heads down to Ypsilanti this Sunday, Sept. 20, to play Eastern Michigan.
The Central Michigan University field hockey team completed a weekend sweep after defeating Saint Louis 3-2 at the field hockey game at Cristy Freese Field, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026. Junior forward Carolena Ryon, sophomore midfielder Mora Rulli and sophomore midfielder Teah Savignano all contributed one goal to the Chippewas. The team will head to Kent State to face off against the Golden Flashes on Friday, Sept. 18, 2026.
The Central Michigan University football team defeated Colgate 13-10 in the 2026 season home opener at the football game at Kelly/Shorts Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. Fifth year quarterback and senior runningback Vaughn Blue each contributed a touchdown to the Chippewas. Additionally, Flores led the team in rushing yards gaining 130 and with Blue leading in receiving yards with 29. The team will host Wyoming on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026.
Central Michigan University defeated Colgate University 13-10 at Kelly/Shorts Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. After a blowout loss to New Mexico, CMU was looking to improve offensively and defensively. However, two turnovers and a missed field goal led to the Chippewas down 10-0 at halftime. On their first drive back from half, senior quarterback Angel Flores lost a fumble, but bounced back the next drive with a 50 yard touchdown run defensively. CMU recovered four turnovers, including a game-winning interception by senior linebacker Mayson Hitchens. The Chippewas return back to Kelly/Shorts Stadium to face off against Wyoming on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026.
Servpro hosted the third annual First Responder 5K at Island Park, Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. There were 41 runners who took on the 3.1 mile course with the best time coming in at 20:11. Servpro works very closely with the local fire department and enjoys hosting the event to help out in anyway they can. "I just wanted to help. I love the purpose of why we do this event," event coordinator Brittany Smith said.
The Central Michigan University field hockey team swept Mercyhurst 9-0 during their game at Cristy Freese Field, Friday, Sept. 11, 2026. Sophomore midfielder Mora Rulli led the team scoring four goals with senior midfielder Annabelle Cotroneo and senior forward Cameron Pluciennik each scored two. Additionally, junior goalkeeper Jenna Billig achieved her first shutout of the season. The team will host Saint Louis, Sunday, Sept. 13 for game two of the weekend.
The Central Michigan University soccer team fell 6-2 against Wisconsin at the Soccer/Lacrosse Complex on Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026, bringing their overall record to 2-3-1. Junior forward Ella Betzold and sophomore midfielder Kylee Weed each contributed one goal for the Chippewas. The team will head to Indianapolis, Indiana, to face Butler on Sunday, Sept. 13.
The Central Michigan University volleyball team fell 3-0 against Michigan State University at McGuirk Arena on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026. The loss brought the team to 0-7 on the season, with four losses being at home. Sophomore middle blocker Lilly Mullholand led the team with nine points and eight kills. The team will head to Chicago, Illinois, to face DePaul on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, at 7 p.m.
