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No Kings 3.0 Mount Pleasant

A cacophony of cowbells, car horns and chanting swelled along Mission Street during the No Kings Protest held in Mount Pleasant, Michigan on Saturday, March 28, 2026. The rally was organized by Indivisible Central Michigan, a bipartisan organization which has held numerous protests in response to the actions of United States President Donald Trump's administration. 


Protestors held homemade signs and distributed 'No Kings' buttons and bracelets to participants. Similar No Kings rallies were held in over 100 locations in the state of Michigan. 

Lacrosse vs. Detroit Mercy

The Central Michigan University women's lacrosse team defeated Detroit Mercy 14-7 at the lacrosse game at the Lacrosse/Soccer Complex on Saturday, March 28, 2026. The theme for the game was Morgan's Message. It is an annual game that CMU plays in honor of Morgan Rodgers, and helps raise awareness of mental health struggles among students and student-athletes. The team moves to 2-9 and will head to Ypsilanti to face Eastern Michigan on Saturday, April 4, 2026.  

New Venture Challenge

The New Venture Challenge was held in the Grawn Hall Atrium on Friday, March 27, 2026. The challenge paves the way to success for entrepreneurs at Central Michigan University. Students prepare their business pitches and compete for funding to support their future endeavors. 

Therapy Dogs

Studying students and passersby were able to pet therapy dogs in the Park Library from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Therapy dogs will also be in the Bovee University Center Terrace Rooms C and D from 3 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. on Friday, March 27, 2026.

Where Religion Meets Culture

As a part of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, the Central Michigan University chapter of Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity hosted ‘Where Religion Meets Culture’ in the Sarah and Daniel Opperman Auditorium on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The event featured a panel of students who practice Asian religions, offering reflections on how their beliefs have influenced their perspectives and shaped their identities. 

Baseball vs. Michigan State University

The Central Michigan University baseball team fell 19-8 to Michigan State University at the baseball game at Keilitz Field at Theunissen Stadium on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The team will face Eastern Michigan next for a three game series from Friday, March 27 to Sunday, March 29, 2026. 

Baseball vs. Toledo

The Central Michigan University baseball team defeated Toledo 6-5 after 11 innings during the baseball game at Keilitz field in Theunissen stadium on Sunday, March 22, 2026. Junior outfielder Harrison Bowman, redshirt freshman catcher Logan Keilen, sophomore infielder Miguel Correa Jr., redshirt freshman outfielder Dominic Bouscher, senior infielder Brady Krzciok, and redshirt sophomore infielder Drew Loikits all scored one run. The team will host Michigan State University on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

Softball vs. Ball State Game Three

The Central Michigan University softball team lost its third and final game in the series against Ball State 7-1 in Margo Jonker Stadium on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Central's only run of the game came in the first inning, where sophomore first baseman London Williams swung a double, and sophomore outfielder Jenna Kuzara scored on the play. Despite the result, this is CMU's first series win against Ball State since 2022. CMU looks to head to Athens, OH, to take on the Ohio Bobcats this Friday, March 27, 2026. 

Softball vs. Ball State Game Two

The Central Michigan University softball team won its second game against Ball State in the series 4-3 in Margo Jonker Stadium on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Ball State had a productive first inning, scoring one run, but by the second inning, the game changed with a Cierra Laska home run, giving CMU a one-run lead. The game was tied up in the fourth inning and stayed that way till the seventh inning. However, with the bases loaded, Central Michigan University junior outfielder Emma Lotus hit a walk-off single to win the game. CMU heads to Athens, OH, to play Ohio this Friday, March 27, 2026. 

37th Annual Celebrating Life Pow wow

Editor's note: This story was updated on March 22 to correctly reflect the host of the event. 


The sound of tribal drums and songs rang throughout McGuirk Arena during the 37th annual "Celebrating Life" Pow wow, hosted by the Central Michigan University Pow wow Committee and the Office of Indigenous Affairs, on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Dancers of all ages were able to compete in traditional, grass, fancy bustle, jingle and fancy shawl contests. During the intertribal dances, anyone was able to join the arena floor to dance, even if they were non-native. The event also included food, jewelry, art and clothing vendors for the public to enjoy. 

Baseball vs. Toledo

Marking their first home win of the season, the Central Michigan University baseball team defeated the University of Toledo for their second game of the series, 13-7, at Theunissen Stadium, Saturday, March 21, 2026. This game leaves the Chippewas 8-11 overall and 2-6 in conference. The third game of the series will take place back at Theunissen Stadium, Sunday, March 22, 2026, at 1 p.m.

Softball vs. Ball State

The Central Michigan University softball team opened up home play with a 6-5 victory in 10 innings against Ball State University on Friday, March 20, 2026. A strong third inning by CMU's offense put the Chippewas up 4-0. However, Ball State gained momentum at the top of the 7th, propelling their offense to four runs and bringing the game to extra innings. Central Michigan would win off a walk-off walk in the 10th inning. CMU looks to play at home again on Saturday, March 21st, 2026, against Ball State. 

Baseball vs. Toledo

The Central Michigan University baseball team lost against the University of Toledo, 10-1, at Theunissen Stadium, Friday, March 20, 2026. This game leaves the Chippewas 7-11 overall and 1-6 in conference. The second game of the series will take place back at Theunissen Stadium, Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 1 p.m.  

Central Michigan University Football Pro Day

Central Michigan University hosted its annual football pro day at the Indoor Athletic Complex on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Fourteen players from the team took part in individual drills, broad jumps, the 40-yard dash and other various drills. Scouts from across the National Football League were in attendance as the athletes performed. CMU looks toward its spring game scheduled for Tuesday, April 21, 2026. 

Lacrosse vs. Robert Morris University

The Central Michigan University lacrosse team fell 8-7 in a double overtime against Robert Morris University during the lacrosse game at the CMU Soccer/Lacrosse Complex on Saturday, March 14, 2026. The team's next game is against the UMass Lowell Riverhawks on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. 

CMU gymnastics sticks the landing against Ball State

The Central Michigan University gymnastics team defeated Ball State University 196.100-195.025 at the gymnastics meet in McGuirk Arena on Friday, March 13, 2026. This makes the team still undefeated at home with their season record of 13-2. The team will head to Bowling Green, Ohio on Saturday, March 21, 2026 for the Mid- American Conference Championships. 

Feature: Women's MAC Basketball Tournament vs. Ohio

The Central Michigan University women's basketball ended their season falling 89-88 to Ohio University at the Mid-American Conference women's basketball quarterfinals at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Sophomore guard Madi Morson led the team, scoring 23 points, with five rebounds and one assist. There were also performances from both teams dance team, cheerleaders and bands. 

Action: Women's MAC Basketball Tournament vs. Ohio

The Central Michigan University women's basketball team ended its season falling 89-88 to Ohio University at the Mid-American Conference women's basketball quarterfinals at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio, on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Sophomore guard Madi Morson led the team, scoring 23 points, with five rebounds and one assist. 

Lacrosse vs. University of Michigan

The Central Michigan University lacrosse team lost its sixth game in a row 23-3 against the University of Michigan at the U-M Lacrosse Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich. on Friday, March 6, 2026. Junior attacker Anna Farrar scored all three goals for the Chippewas. The team will head to Indianapolis, Indiana, to face the Butler Bulldogs on Sunday, March 8, 2026. 

Ramadan Halaqa

The Muslim Student Association at Central Michigan University hosted Ramadan Halaqa in the Bioscience building on Thursday, March 4, 2026. The event was dedicated to learning about Ramadan, praying and breaking fast together. Students of all religions gathered to learn about Islam and to witness a group prayer led by Muslim CMU students.