Family is everything: Near-tragedy brings Special Olympics athlete's family together
(05/31/19 2:55pm)
Ashley Schafer is just like most other 29-year-olds. She loves movies, going to concerts and camping with her family.
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Q&A: Athlete coordinator Marilyn Zerbe discusses experience with Special Olympics as a volunteer and parent
(05/28/19 10:19pm)
As a mother of three special needs children, Marilyn Zerbe understood the challenges that were forthcoming. When her adopted granddaughter, Samantha Buckmaster, expressed interest in becoming an Special Olympics athlete Zerbe unknowingly had the next 14 years sculpted before her.
Associate Vice President Knight to leave after seven years of building CMU's brand
(05/24/19 4:28pm)
Sherry Knight has spent the last seven years helping Central Michigan University discover what makes it unique. Now that the university's associate vice president of University Communications is confident faculty, staff, students and alumni know what's special about CMU, she is ready to move on.
Q&A: Josie Norris discusses awards, experience with photojournalism
(04/29/19 3:27pm)
Saginaw senior Josephine Norris has been able to capture more than just photos through the lens of a camera – she tries to capture the world in a different light.
Boxing courses teaches self-defense, relieves stress for students
(04/29/19 5:03pm)
Even after seven years of instructing, CMU’s boxing courses PED 172 and 272 have remained a well-kept secret from most students and faculty.
Leaving a legacy: Caroline Murray reflects on her CMU 'homes'
(04/26/19 7:35pm)
Central Michigan University Rockford senior Caroline Murray breaks down her college experience into four homes.
Q&A: Meet Jonathan Glenn, the new face of Leadership Safari
(04/17/19 10:50pm)
Jonathan Glenn, a two-time graduate of Central Michigan University who used to work in the Multicultural Academic Student Services office, has been selected to lead Leadership Safari as the assistant director of the Leadership Institute.
SHOP TALK: In Stitches’ Jill Stalter offers custom embroidery out of her garage workshop
(03/05/20 7:49pm)
Jill Stalter is the owner, founder and sole employee of "In Stitches," a custom embroidery and printing company in Mount Pleasant. Stalter started the operation out of her house more than 20 years ago, and it has remained there ever since.
Threads designers exhibit uniqueness, authenticity
(04/06/19 5:39pm)
While the themes of “Threads Fashion ID” celebrate rawness and inclusivity, designers Natalie Weith and Ruestasha Walker achieved inspiration through the wild need for liberation.
Emotional support animals provide motivation, calmness for students
(04/08/19 2:23pm)
For many years, emotional support animals have helped their owners whether it be through emotional support or alerting to upcoming seizures.
Ombudsperson Erica Peters helps students advocate for themselves
(04/17/19 4:29pm)
Ombudsperson Erica Peters has learned firsthand what it means to be a “third party.”
The underlying story behind what makes Shawn Roundtree Jr. who he is
(04/04/19 8:19pm)
It was a Wednesday morning on April 3, exactly two weeks removed from Central Michigan's final game of the season.
Faculty-led band 'Daryl & the Beans' brings rock 'n' roll to Wellspring Literary Series
(04/08/19 3:11pm)
Students don’t really know where professors go or what they do when night falls over Central Michigan University.
Q&A: 3OH!3 shares college party roots, musical journey as a band
(03/31/19 8:42pm)
Fresh off of their 10th anniversary tour of the 2008 album, "WANT," Colorado natives Nathaniel "Nat" Motte and Sean Foreman strive to keep the college house party energy rocking through 3OH!3.
CMU medical students look to upcoming residency placements with excitement
(04/29/19 3:37pm)
After four years of studying, Match Day seems like the final pay-off for medical students.
'Striving for Perfection': Unconventional student, researcher prepares to paddle-board across Lake Michigan
(04/11/19 1:17pm)
After a wicked Kansas rainstorm hit the night before, Glennie, Michigan senior John Maus awoke on top of a picnic bench. His muddy, blue mountain bike had a flat tire and everything he had with him was soaking wet.
SHOP TALK: Los Amigos brings blend of authentic Mexican food to Mount Pleasant
(04/04/19 6:23pm)
Los Amigos provides a mix of authentic Mexican and Americanized Mexican dishes for its Mount Pleasant customers.
SHOP TALK: Taichi Bubble Tea offers Mount Pleasant community a fresh study spot
(03/28/19 6:29pm)
Since its opening March 3, Taichi Bubble Tea has been a hub for Mount Pleasant residents and Central Michigan University students.
Mayor wants more diversity on Mount Pleasant City Commission
(03/28/19 6:58pm)
Mount Pleasant City Commission is comprised of three men and four women. Mayor William Joseph is 29 years old, making him the youngest ever to serve in his position.
Justus League, WMHW to host 'Festival of Justus'
(03/26/19 7:09pm)
Michigan’s big music festivals include the Movement Festival, Electric Forest and Common Ground.
