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The following are news briefs about important activities and events happening at Eastern Michigan University.

  • Lunch by the Lake: Eastern Michigan University President Susan Martin hosts the second "Lunch by the Lake" event Thursday, July 16, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Student Center Patio. The theme is "All-American BBQ" and the menu includes a hamburger or vegetarian burger, pasta salad, fruit salad, dessert and a beverage. For more information, contact Andrea Chickanoski, 487-2360.
football tickets on sale - Andy Schmitt

EAGLE STRIKE: EMU quarterback Andy Schmitt
is expected to lead the Eagles again this year.
Single-game football tickets to EMU home
games are now on sale.

  • Football single-game tickets on sale: Single-game tickets for the 2009 football season are on sale now through the EMU ticket office. Fans can order tickets for any of EMU's five home games by calling 487-2282, online at emutix.com or in person at the ticket office in the Convocation Center.
  • Now hiring tutors: Holman Learning Center (located in G04 Halle Library) is currently hiring tutors for Fall 2009. There is a high demand for tutors in 100/200 level math and science courses. Holman Learning Center offers flexible hours and competitive wages. Preference will be given to tutors with a letter of recommendation from faculty or previous employers. To apply, please fill out a tutor application and attach a copy of your unofficial transcript. Applications are available in G04 Halle Library and at: http://www.emich.edu/tlc/employment/index.html.
  • Fast Track Orientation: The next Fast Track orientation sessions are scheduled Tuesday, July 21, and Thursday, July 23, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with check-in from 8-8:30 a.m. Each session takes place in the Student Center. During Fast Track, new students will register for fall classes, learn about EMU's general education requirements, meet with faculty and staff regarding their major, have their photo taken for their student ID card, learn about Fusion (fall orientation) and housing, and meet with various campus offices. Cost is $29 and will automatically be billed to a student's account in September. For more information or to register, call 1-800-GO-TO-EMU.
  • Eagles host Tiger Camp July 24-25: Eastern Michigan University's baseball team and head coach Jay Alexander team up with Detroit Tigers bullpen coach and former major leaguer Jeff Jones for the EMU Baseball Tigers Camp July 24-25 at Oestrike Stadium. The camp is designed to teach fundamental instruction on hitting, pitching, fielding, catching and base running to players, ages 7-18. Current Detroit Tigers Brandon Inge, Rick Porcello and Nate Robertson are expected to make special appearances. The camp costs $140 for both sessions or $80 for each individual session. Each player should be prepared to work out. They will need to bring their own glove, bat, helmet, baseball shoes, catcher's equipment (if needed), T-shirt and sweatpants/baseball pants.
  • EMU Football 101 skills clinic for women: Join EMU Head Football Coach Ron English and the rest of the Eagles' coaching staff for a skills and strategy session just for women. The event is Saturday, July 25, 10 am. to 3 p.m., Rynearson Stadium. The cost of the clinic is $30 and will include skill instruction, lunch, a Football 101 T-shirt, a season ticket to the 2009 season and a $5 donation to EMU Volleyball's "Dig Pink" fundraiser in support of breast cancer awareness. For more information, please visit emueagles.com/promotions or contact Katie Thompson at 487-7859.
  • McNair Scholars Program: Applications for the McNair Scholars Program are now available. Benefits include a summer research stipend, faculty research mentor, travel expenses for presenting research or graduate school visits, advising and graduate school preparation. The application deadline is Sept. 21. For eligibility requirements and an application, go to http://www.emich.edu/honors/mcnair/