Jodi Wischmeyer uses her talents to give back to her community as co-owner and florist at 3 Wishes Floral and Design Studio, located on Mission Street in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. Wischmeyer has been a florist for over 30 years, and while ironically not the biggest fan of the flowers themselves, finds joy in getting to use her creativity as an avenue to interact and build relationships with her customers.
The Central Michigan University wrestling team lost to the University at Buffalo 19-14 at McGuirk Arena on Sunday, Feb.1, 2026. Redshirt sophomore Luke Cochran, redshirt senior Chandler Amaker, redshirt junior Andrew Austin and redshirt junior Wyatt Ferguson all won their matches against Buffalo. The team will head to Edwardsville, IL, to face Southern Illinois University Edwardsville on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026.
When it comes to Central Michigan University's annual "Toilet Paper Toss" basketball game, there's much more going on behind the scenes than one might think. CMU Athletic staff and students arrived at McGuirk Arena nearly five hours before tipoff to start preparing the venue for what is easily the most-anticipated game of the men's basketball season.
The toilet paper is donated by Mount Pleasant's local Meijer. From there, one roll is placed on every seat in McGuirk for each of the 3,532 fans in attendance to toss after a CMU player makes a basket during the pregame program.
Before the paper leaves the hands of those throwing it, it serves as a photo prop, a fidget toy or even a costume (of sorts) for fans while they wait for the main event.
After the smoke (or in this case, toilet paper) clears, several teams of athletic and custodial staff immediately jump into action, pushing thousands of rolls into the four corners of the arena as quickly as they can so the game can start.
As fans shift their focus to the matchup against Bowling Green State University, staff continue to clear the floor. They hoist an enormous amount of toilet paper into large recycling bins, which are later wheeled off into a separate hallway. Only then can staff take a breather and enjoy the game.
The Central Michigan University men's basketball team defeated the Bowling Green Falcons for the 44th time, 62-59, at McGuirk Arena on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. The Chippewas were led by sophomore forward Keenan Garner, who recorded 18 points, 14 rebounds and two assists. The team will next head on the road to face the University of Massachusetts on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026.
McGuirk Arena hosts its fourth consecutive Toilet Paper Toss game against the Bowling Green Falcons, Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. The Chippewas defeated the Falcons 62-59. With attendance totaling 5,352, it was the fifth-largest crowd in CMU history. The Chippewas will now hit the road to take on Massachusetts University on Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 7 p.m.
The Central Michigan University D1 men's hockey team fell to Western Michigan 7-2 at Martin Ice Arena, Friday, Jan. 30, 2026. Central Michigan Sophomore forwards Torrin Kemble and Joshua Basset each scored a goal. CMU will head to Kalamazoo Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, to face the Broncos one last time this season.
The Central Michigan Wrestling team took control of the mat against Ohio University, winning the dual, 23-10, Friday, Jan. 30, 2026. The Chippewas will return to McGuirk Arena to host the University of Buffalo at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2026.
The Central Michigan University Women's Basketball team fell short to Ball State, 76-70, in McGuirk Arena, Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. CMU Sophomore guard Madi Morson led the Chippewas with a total of 27 points, and CMU sophomore forward Ayanna-Sarai Darrington, right behind with 20. The team will be on the road to head to Northern Illinois University to take on the Huskies at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026.
The Central Michigan Men's Basketball team rolled past Eastern Michigan 100-65 in McGuirk Arena on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. The Chippewas' starting five combined to score 80 of the 100 points. Sophomore guard Keenan Garner led the team with nine rebounds, while senior guard Logan McIntire led the team with 19 total points. CMU will take on Bowling Green in McGuirk Arena for the Toilet Paper Toss game on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, at 7 p.m.
Central Michigan Students for a Democratic Society hosted a 'Keep ICE Out' protest at the intersection of South Washington St. and East Preston Road on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026. The protest was in response to the shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, Minnesota. CMU students and supporters gathered with signs and sang chants. One chant used was "ICE kills. ICE lies. We can see it with our eyes."
The Central Michigan University gymnastics team defeated Illinois State University 194.900 to 193.625 on Alumni night during their gymnastics meet in McGuirk Arena on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026. This brought the Chippewas to their ninth straight victory at home meets. The Chippewas travel to Georgia for a Quad Meet with Fisk and Temple on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026.
The Central Michigan Men's Basketball team lost against Ball State University, in a close game, 68-67, in McGuirk Arena, on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. Senior guards Logan McIntire led the Chippewas with 21 points and Tamario Adley with 20 points. This loss leaves the team at 5-14 overall. Eastern Michigan University will be heading to McGuirk Arena on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, at 8 p.m.
Central Michigan University's College of Business and Administration held its second Involvement fair of the year to help students explore possible majors, minors and organizations in the Grawn Hall Atrium, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. Visitors enjoyed free t-shirts and complementary refreshments while engaging with CBA faculty, academic advisors and experienced students.
The Central Michigan gymnastics team came away with a tight victory against Western Michigan University, with a final score of 195.000-194.675, in McGuirk Arena, on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026. The Chippewas will host the Redbirds of Illinois State University at 6 p.m. in McGuirk Arena, Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026.
The Central Michigan University women’s basketball team defeated Eastern Michigan 77-64 at McGuirk Arena on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2026. Sophomore guard Madi Morson achieved her first double-double of her career leading the team with 10 rebounds and 24 points. The team will head to Ohio to face Akron on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026.
The Central Michigan University Track and Field team opened its home turf to the annual Jack Skoog Open at the Jack Skoog Indoor Track on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026. The field events kicked off at 1 p.m. and the runners took the track at 1:30 p.m. The Chippewas hosted many athletes from competing schools, including, Alma College, Bowling Green, Lake Superior State and Lawrence Tech. They will now travel to Allendale, Mich. for the GVSU Bill Clinger Classic on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026.
The Office of Student Activities and Involvement hosted a game and karaoke night for Central Michigan University students to enjoy on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. With board games like Apples to Apples and Connect 4. Students of all ages and majors came together to participate in this event.
Over 350 people attended the ICE Out for Good Vigil outside of the Midland County Courthouse, in Midland, on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. The vigil was organized by the Women of Michigan Action Network, and it aimed to give people a space to grieve those impacted by ICE violence. Twenty other ICE Out for Good Vigils took place across Michigan that day.
The Central Michigan Chippewas defeated the Kent State Golden Flashes 66-57 at McGuirk Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2025. The leading point scorers, Madi Morison and Ayanna- Sarai Darrington, both achieved 18 points for the Chippewas, and Taylor Anderson led the team with 12 rebounds. The Chippewas will play the University of Massachusetts on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026.
Residents all over the country celebrated Christmas this year. From Charlotte, North Carolina, to Petoskey, Michigan, CM-Life photographs captured what people were up to during the holidays.
