Susan Martin, Eastern Michigan University’s new
president, knows that moving to a new place can be exciting
and challenging.
Martin moved into EMU’s University House in July,
so she knows how the more than 1,500 new resident students
felt when they came to campus Aug. 30-Sept. 2 for
move-in and orientation.
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A FRESH START:(above from left) Eastern
Michigan
University freshmen Ashley Bragg of Taylor
(with
sister Brittany); Krystal Sikes of Taylor
and Dan
Salata of Hartland, take a break moving
their
belongings into Best Hall Aug. 30. More than 1,500
new resident students moved into residence halls
on
campus during the Labor Day weekend. |
“Fall is always an exciting time on a college campus
and I am looking forward to it,” said Martin. “We
kicked things off with our first football game against
Indiana State Thursday night (Aug. 28) and then we welcomed
students and parents to campus Saturday morning (Aug. 30).”
Classes at EMU begin Wednesday, Sept. 3. In all, the campus
welcomed more than 4,500 new students when transfer and
graduate students are counted.
Move-in for new students took place Aug. 30.
Eastern Michigan University’s hospitality
center, located in Eastern Eateries from 9 a.m.
to 2 p.m. that day, provided one-stop shopping for students,
and featured representatives from University offices such
as student business services, health services, financial
aid, and records and registration as well as local businesses.
Commuter student orientation also took place Aug. 30, with
activities taking place at the Student Center.
Parents chose from a number of workshops to help
them learn more about EMU. Workshop topics included academic
expectations, students’ transition, understanding
financial aid and campus safety. Workshops were staggered
so that parents could attend at least two different topics.
President Martin welcomed students and parents at
a special convocation ceremony at the Convocation Center
from 4-5 p.m. Saturday, followed by a parent/family reception.
Other events for the weekend included: a special presentation
by EMU faculty about academic success;
EaglePalooza at the Student Center;
performances by the CloseUp Theatre Troupe; and late night
entertainment at the Student Center.
Labor Day events included Explore EMyoU! and Fajita Fest
at University Park. Community Plunge, which gives students
the opportunity to volunteer in the community, and Ypsi
Fest highlight Tuesday’s events.
For a complete schedule of events, go to http://www.emufusion.org/schedule.php.
