We're Celebrating 175 Years of Excellence!
Welcome to Eastern Michigan University's special 175th anniversary website! Join us on a journey through time as we celebrate our rich history and heritage. Explore our interactive timeline and discover the milestones that have shaped our institution into the proud leader it is today. From iconic images to inspiring speeches, delve into the archives and relive the moments that define our legacy. Join us in honoring 175 years of excellence, innovation, and unwavering dedication to education.
Leave Your Legacy
EMU invites all interested parties to submit any digital mementos to the Leave Your Legacy Project.
University Archives
Dive into the Eastern Michigan University Archives! Find engaging oral accounts, presidential lineage, powerful speeches, and more.
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Oral Histories
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Guest Speeches
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List of Principals & Presidents
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Archival Photos
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History of Buildings
175 Years in Pictures
Archival images offer a captivating window into our past. From bygone buildings to cherished traditions and vintage athletic uniforms, immerse yourself in the beauty and nostalgia of EMU’s earliest days.
Stories from the Past
Revisit stories from Eastern Magazine, celebrating the people, buildings and movements that make this University so special.
Charles Kettles earns Medal of Honor nearly 50 years after Vietnam heroics.
President Porter led EMU through a remarkable period of achievement and growth.
Contact the 175th Anniversary Committee
The 175th Anniversary committee looks to honor EMU's history and achievements through engaging events and activities. Please reach out if you have an idea to share.
