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Women's Soccer vs Purdue

Central Michigan's soccer team defeats Purdue Fort Wayne 2-1 on Sunday, Sept. 10, in the Multipurpose Complex. Seniors Addie Brown, Abigale Edwards, Megan Scholten, Emily Penney, Elizabeth Chlystun, and Matilda Melin were honored before the game for Senior Day. Sophomore forward Lauren Walker and junior forward Jenna Little led the team with one goal each. The win brings the team's overall record to 1-1-3. 

Action: CMU vs. The University of New Hampshire

The Central Michigan Chippewas play against the New Hampshire Wildcats on Saturday, Sept. 9, for the home opener. The Chippewas beat the Wildcats after redshirt junior Tristian Mattson, a transfer from Arkansas State, made a field goal, ending the game 45-42. 

Feature: CMU vs. University of New Hampshire

The Central Michigan Chippewas play against the New Hampshire Wildcats on Saturday, Sept. 9, for the home opener. The Chippewas beat the Wildcats after redshirt junior Tristian Mattson, a transfer from Arkansas State, made a field goal, ending the game 45-42. 

Tailgate Central

Hundreds of friends, family, students, and alumni of CMU flocked to the parking lot outside of Kelly Shorts stadium from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sep. 9, to participate in Tailgate Central before the CMU vs. New Hampshire football game. Tailgate Central showcased a collection of local businesses, club sports, and campus departments to celebrate CMU's home opener. 

Pep Rally/Kickin it With the VPSA

The Office of Student Activities and Involvement hosts a CMU Pep Rally and Kickin' it With the Vice President of Student Affairs Friday, Sept. 8 outside Kulhavi Events Center Plaza. The event had tailgate games, dance performances, food and a shoe competition judged by Dr. Renee Watson.

That's Entertainment! A Musical Revue

For the 2034-24 Summer Theatre Schedule, 'That's Entertainment! A Musical Revue,' directed and conceived by Stacey Pattison is being showed in the Townsend Kiva on September 7th and 9th with 'The 39 Steps' being shown on September 8th and 10th. 

GLOW N DARK Capture the Flag

Chi Alpha CMU organized its Glow-in-the-Dark games at Central Michigan University, Thursday, Sep. 7, near the CMU seal. The event was the first of many planned by XA CMU for the Fall 2023 semester. 

CMU Volleyball defeats Bradley

Central Michiganu's volleyball team defeated Bradley 3-2 in game five of the Chippewa Invitational on Saturday, Sept. 2, in McGuirk Arena. The win brings the team's overall record to 3-3. Redshirt sophomore middle blocker/outside hitter Abby Olin leads the team in kills, 13, and blocks, 12. Junior libero/defensive specialist Aly Gurtiza led the team in digs with 23. Sophomore setter Claire Ammeraal led the team in assists with 36. CMU will travel to Iowa to play in the Hawkeye Invitational from Sept. 8-10.  

Volleyball takes on Albany

CMU's volleyball team defeated Albany 3-0 on Friday, Sept. 1 in McGuirk Arena. CMU won 25-22, 25-21, and 28-18. Graduate student outside hitter Devon Bright led the team in kills with 12. Junior libero/defensive specialist Aly Gurtiza led the team with three aces and 13 digs. Sophomore setter Claire Ammeraal led the team in assists with 28. This matchup was a part of CMU's 2023 Chippewa Invitational taking place from Sept. 1-2. 

CMU vs. Michigan State: Feature

Central Michigan University Chippewas lost to Michigan State University Spartans during the season opener on Friday, Sept. 1, in Spartan Stadium. Even though redshirt sophomore wide receiver Chris Parker scored a touchdown in the first half of the game, the final score was 31 - 7.

CMU vs. Michigan State: Action

Central Michigan University Chippewas lost to Michigan State University Spartans during the season opener on Friday, Sept. 1, in Spartan Stadium. Even though redshirt sophomore wide receiver Chris Parker scored a touchdown in the first half of the game, the final score was 31 - 7.

First Gen Resource Fair/Mixer

Division of Student Affairs hosts a First Generation Student Resource Fair for students to learn more about what resources CMU has to offer, Thursday, Aug. 31 in the NIRSA/Alumni Room in the SAC. Those who attended had the opportunity to socialize with other students, along with faculty and staff. 

Get Acquainted Day

 Multicultural Academic Student Services hosts Get Acquainted Day Wednesday, Aug. 30, outside Warriner Hall. At the event, students had the opportunity to discover a variety of student organizations and watch performances put on by RSOs, sororities and fraternities.

Gallery: MainStage

Hundreds of students flocked to Franklin Street between Preston and Bellows from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 27, for the annual Welcome Weeks MainStage event. The 2023 MainStage showcases many student organizations (RSOs), club sports, local businesses, sororities, fraternities, and campus departments the day before the first day of classes. 

GALLERY: Knock and Talk

Mount Pleasant Police Department officers, local firefighters, Central Michigan University Police officers, and other university representatives canvass neighborhoods around campus in a 'Knock and Talk' Wednesday, Aug. 24. They   use the technique to connect with students in off-campus housing, offering advice and informing students of expectations of being a Mount Pleasant resident. 

The Butterflies in the Park

MyMichigan Health held its 14th annual The Butterflies in the Park event to raise money for hospice patients Sunday, Aug. 6, at the Woodland Hospice House in Mount Pleasant. Mount Pleasant was one of five locations where the event was held. With a donation of $25, guests received a butterfly to release in honor a passed loved one, and each loved one's name was read in a ceremony of remembrance.

GALLERY: Varied views around the "Mitten"

From major metropolitan areas to quaint villages, and from shorelines to rutted pathways, Michigan during the summer offers a destination for any adventure seeker. Summer Editor Lauren Rice embarked on an ambitious, three-day, seven-stop tour of the mitten, capturing images of the state's hidden gems along the way. 

Motor City Comic Con

Popular culture fans from across the Great Lakes Region celebrated their favorite T.V. shows, movies, games, books and more during Motor City Comic Con. 'Raving Geeks' podcaster, pop culture commentator and Central Michigan Life film critic Carter Salley took a behind-the-scenes look at the convention and celebration. 

Super Kicker Rodeo at the Isabella Countly Fair

The Isabella County Fair held the Super Kicker Rodeo event on July 25. Contestants competed in various competitions from bull riding to barrel racing. The fair runs through July 29, 2023.