Like most businesses, Central Michigan University’s Museum of Cultural and Natural History was forced to close when the COVID-19 pandemic first affected the community.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/cmu_museum_of_cultural_and_natural_history_still_thriving_during_covid-19_pandemic

CRIME LOG: Man uses fake parking permit, case turned over to Prosecutor's Office

(10/15/20 6:01pm)

The following incidents were among those handled by the Central Michigan University Police Department from Oct. 4 to Oct. 12.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/crime-log-fraudulent-parking-permit

University Communications unveils new brand, marketing techniques at academic senate

(10/14/20 8:54pm)

Central Michigan University's new advertising brand and marketing techniques were officially unveiled to the academic senate during its Oct. 13 meeting.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/university-communications-unveils-new-brand-and-marketing-techniques-at-academic-senate-meeting

CMU reports 54 new COVID-19 cases last week

(10/12/20 11:10pm)

After a few weeks of slow growth in coronavirus cases, new cases at Central Michigan University surged back to the same number as the start of the semester.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/covid-upate-oct-12

Students reminisce on studying in the library before COVID-19

(10/24/20 6:41pm)

Sealed off with caution tape, the book stacks of the Charles V. Park Library are inaccessible to students.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/student-library-opinion

How to spot and avoid scam emails

(10/27/20 5:15pm)

An 18-year-old man in Trout Hall responded to a job posting from a scam email Sept. 23. He received a fraudulent check for his first week of work from the supposed employer and deposited it.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/how-to-spot-and-avoid-scam-emails

CMU launches a Bio-Safety Level Three Laboratory

(10/11/20 5:59pm)

Central Michigan University officially opened a Bio-Safety Level Three Laboratory in the Biosciences Building to study Mycobacterium tuberculosis on Oct. 6.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/bio-safety-level-three-laboratory

Reviving history: One room schoolhouse on campus gives a glimpse into the past

(10/21/20 1:09am)

Upon entering the one room schoolhouse on campus, people will notice the old wooden desks tattooed with writing from former students. A dunce cap and teacher's desk still sit up front, though the school is no longer used as originally intended.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/one-room-school-house

Sociology students conduct COVID-19 related survey

(10/20/20 4:59pm)

Sociology students have spent the Fall 2020 semester creating a survey to see the effects of COVID-19 on undergraduate students at Central Michigan University.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/sociology350-covid-survey

One-time-only class explores the Marvel Cinematic Universe

(10/13/20 5:07pm)

While most students will be home with their families enjoying winter break, a handful will be logging on to attend a one-time-only class covering the action-packed Marvel Cinematic Universe.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/one-time-only-class-explores-the-marvel-cinematic-universe

Mount Pleasant performance venues to slowly reopen

(10/13/20 11:55pm)

For several months, Michigan has been without most live entertainment. Gathering hundreds to see a movie, concert or play seems like a distant memory.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/mount-pleasant-performance-venues-slowly-reopening-following-governors-orders

COLUMN: Getting a COVID-19 test at Foust Hall put my mind at ease

(10/26/20 6:31pm)

During an international pandemic, one can never be too cautious. Getting tested regularly can help keep you and your loved ones safe, even if you are asymptomatic.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/getting-tested-column

Climate Solutions Summit to occur virtually Oct. 16

(10/12/20 5:46pm)

Originally planned to be held in person in March, the Central Michigan Climate Solutions Summit has been rescheduled as a virtual conference from 8:50 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 16.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/climate-solutions-summit

SAI to host a virtual homecoming week

(10/12/20 1:56pm)

Central Michigan University’s Office of Student Activities and Involvement (SAI) is hosting a virtual "Fired Up Challenge" to celebrate homecoming week.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/student-activities-and-involvement-to-hold-a-virtual-homecoming-week

Faculty evaluate the possibility of Summer 2021 study abroad programs

(10/11/20 5:15pm)

During the summer semester, many Central Michigan University faculty members lead study abroad trips for specific majors.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/the-future-of-faculty-led-study-abroad

CRIME LOG: City police make two OWI arrests

(10/09/20 2:18pm)

The following incidents were among those handled by the Mount Pleasant Police Department and Central Michigan University Police Department from Sept. 29 to Oct. 4

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/crime-log-city-police-make-two-owi-arrests

LGBTQ Services hosts first Pen Pal program to community

(10/19/20 7:44pm)

Central Michigan University's Office of LGBTQ Service created the LGBTQ Pen Pal Program to offer community during "COVID, an election year and being queer."

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/lgbtq-pen-pal-feature

SGA considers wellness days for the spring semester

(10/06/20 3:55pm)

Central Michigan University's Student Government Association voted on options for wellness days during the spring semester during its Oct. 5 meeting.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/sga-meeting-10-5-20

Faculty member works to publish book on World War II bombings

(10/25/20 2:53pm)

Steven Bailey went on his second trip to Hong Kong to research American bombings during World War II in December 2019.

https://www.cm-life.com/article/2020/10/covid-19-may-affect-the-publishing-of-cmu-professors-new-book