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Softball vs. Lansing Community College

The Central Michigan Softball Team destroyed the Lansing Community College Stars, during their pre-season matchup at Margo Jonker Stadium, Friday, Oct. 3, 2025.

Men's D1 Hockey vs. Toledo

The Central Michigan men’s D1 hockey team lost against the University of Toledo 5-1 at Martin Ice Arena on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. 

Soccer vs. Northern Illinois

The Central Michigan soccer team falls short 1-0 against Northern Illinois in the CMU Soccer Complex on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. Northern Illinois senior defender Aubrey Robertson scored the only goal of the game, assisted by freshman defender Elle Wainscott. The CMU soccer team will face off against Massachusetts at home Sunday, Oct. 5. 

Garba Night

Chamakta Central of Central Michigan University hosts its third annual Garba Night in the Student Activity Center, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. Chamakta Central is an Indian cultural dance team on campus that started with three e-board members and now has thirteen. CMU senior Bhuvi Pundir, president of Chamakta Central, describes Garba Night as a "festival of community and sense of belonging."

Field Hockey vs. Ohio University

Central Michigan University field hockey defeats Ohio University 5-4 in a 10-minute overtime at Cristy Freese Field on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. Senior forward Mallory Camryn scored a total of three goals, with senior forward/midfielder Amelia Lane and junior midfielder both scoring one. The field hockey team will head to Amherst, Massachusetts, on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, to face the University of Massachusetts Minutemen.  

Women's Hockey vs. Michigan State

The Central Michigan women’s D2 hockey team defeated Michigan State University 5-2 at Martin Ice Arena on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. Central Michigan sophomore forward Maisie Angerman scored a goal as CMU moved to 2-0 on the season. Their next game is on the road against MSU on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. 

Football vs. Eastern Michigan

The Central Michigan Chippewas defeated the Eastern Michigan Eagles 24-13 at Kelly/Shorts Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. CMU did well on both sides of the ball, with redshirt quarterback Joe Labas throwing for 138 yards and a touchdown. Redshirt senior defensive lineman Michael Heldman recorded 1.5 sacks and two solo tackles. This puts CMU 2-0 at home on the season and 3-2 overall. CMU takes on Akron on the road next Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025.

The 36th Annual Zonta Applefest

The 36th Annual Zonta Applefest was held at Papa's Pumpkin Patch, in Mount Pleasant, on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The event featured a bake sale, children’s games, vendors, farm produce, and wagon rides. 

Soccer vs. University of Toledo

The Central Michigan Women’s Soccer Team tied the University of Toledo, 1-1, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. With goals scored by the Chippewas' freshman forward, Jimena Perez Ayala, and the Rockets' freshman midfielder, Molly Kennedy, both teams finished with double-digit shots on goal. 

What makes CMU home to you?

What makes CMU feel like home to you? The CM Life Visuals Desk used their cameras to capture their own answers to this question. Their photos tell the story of the way CMU brings people of many different backgrounds together into one place to call home.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Starting the year with a promise of change, the Central Michigan University Board of Trustees announced its unanimous decision to install board Vice Chair Denise Williams-Mallet as the new board chair beginning in January 2026 at their meeting on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025. President Neil MacKinnon also announced five 2025-26 presidential priorities, putting emphasis on the anticipated completion of the Strategic Enrollment and Management Plan in November. 

Football vs. Wagner Feature

FEATURE: The Central Michigan University football team had their home opener against Wagner at Kelly/Shorts Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. The Chippewas dominated with a score of 49-10. Nearly 19,000 fans were in attendance.

Football vs. Wagner Action

ACTION: Central Michigan clobbered Wagner College 49-10 at Kelly/Shorts Stadium, on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. CMU redshirt senior quarterback Joe Labas threw for 241 yards and three touchdowns. CMU redshirt senior linebacker Dakota Cochran recorded his first interception of the year. The Chippewas have a conference-leading five interceptions on the season. CMU's next game is on the road against Akron on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. 

Fire Up Fest

Central Michigan University celebrates the eve of the first home football game with Fire Up Fest in downtown Mount Pleasant on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. East Broadway St. was covered in food trucks, live music and free giveaways. The event was to continue to grow the connection between CMU and the community in Mount Pleasant. 

Field Hockey vs. James Madison

The Central Michigan University field hockey team was defeated 5-2 against James Madison University at Cristy Freese field on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. Junior forward Cameron Pluciennik scored both goals for Central, the first one being assisted by junior defender Hailey Bainer and the second by sophomore forward Carolena Ryon. The team will head to Muncie, Indiana to face Ball State University on Friday, Sept. 26, 2025. 

'Stop the hate, let us get home safe' Candlelight Vigil

Central Michigan University National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) hosts a community vigil to pay homage to the recent school shootings, in Kessler Circle on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. Students were able to hold a moment of silence and prayer for those affected by gun violence, light candles in remembrance, use chalk to write names and messages in tribute and more. 

Board of Trustees Recognition Ceremony

Central Michigan University thanks and congratulates past and current Board of Trustees members during a recognition ceremony in the Bovee University Center on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. Guest speaker Senior Literacy Advisor Michelle Richard spoke during the ceremony on behalf of Governor Gretchen Whitmer. President Neil MacKinnon and Chairman Todd Regis cut the ribbon, officially unveiling the installation of plaques naming Board of Trustees members from the past 60-plus years on the third floor of the UC. 

Fire Up The Vote

Central Michigan Central Votes hosts its annual 'Fire up the Vote' event on National Voter Registration Day at the park library lawn, Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025. Central Votes partners with the League of Women Voters, the Mt. Pleasant City Clerk and others across campus to help students be encouraged to vote and stay educated about voting laws and upcoming elections. 

Charlie Kirk Memorial

Members of Turning Point USA of Central Michigan and Central Michigan Republicans come together to host a Memorial Walk and Service, Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, in honor of Charlie J. Kirk, who was fatally shot four days earlier during an event at Utah Valley University. The service, held from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., brought together students, community members, and supporters to pay tribute to Kirk’s life and legacy, with snacks and refreshments available for guests to enjoy. 

Soccer vs Ohio University

Ohio University defeats Central Michigan 1-0 at the soccer/lacrosse complex on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025. Ohio's goal was made by their senior defender Quintin Tostevin. Central Michigan goalies junior Brylee Borgman and senior Taylor Primack both made a save during each half.