To attend her son Stephan’s commencement ceremony, Sharonda Wilson was unable to attend her own from Ferris State University. Learning this,
@cmichprez
contacted FSU President Eisler and was able to confer her degree on behalf of FSU's president and trustees.
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There has been a report of shots fired at Campbell Hall on campus. Suspect is still at large, police advise all to take shelter. If you see something suspicious, call 911.
CMU police confirm two individuals were fatally shot at Campbell Hall on campus this morning. The deceased are not students and police believe the situation started from a domestic situation. There are no additional injuries; suspect is still at large:
The CMU Police Department has identified the victims in this morning's campus shooting as James Eric Davis, Sr., and Diva Jeneen Davis, both 47 years old. The victims are the father and mother of the suspect, who remains at large.
One year after last spring's tragic incident, CMU again sends its deepest sympathies to the Davis family. As we look back, we continue to be grateful for the many ways in which we all came together — far and wide — as One CMU.
When times are challenging, the world searches for heroes. This year, searches for both superheroes and everyday heroes soared. Explore the trends behind the heroic moments of 2019 →
#YearinSearch
Due to extreme weather conditions and wind chill warnings, CMU classes that begin after 6 p.m. today are canceled. CMU’s main campus and Global Campus offices in Michigan will be closed Wednesday. More information:
The search for the suspect in this morning's campus shooting is ongoing. Officers from multiple police agencies will continue their efforts on campus and in the community through the night. Police remind anyone who sees anything suspicious to call 911.
Today’s storm has now unleashed its full force. CMU’s main campus and Global Campus headquarters in Mount Pleasant are closing immediately. More details at . Stay safe and warm, CMU Chippewas!
CMU’s main campus and Global Campus offices in Michigan will remain closed through Thursday. We urge you to stay inside. Take precautions if you must go outside; even brief periods of exposure to these extreme temperatures can be dangerous. Read more:
.
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has announced university actions in response to the coronavirus outbreak, including a shift to online classes effective March 16. Learn more:
We are proud to join in the international celebration of Pride Month. To our current, past and future LGBTQI+ faculty, staff and students: we see you, support you and celebrate with you.
CMU has become one of only six universities in the nation — the only one in Michigan — to have No. 1 picks in both the NFL and Canadian Football League drafts, following last week’s selection of CMU wide receiver Mark Chapman in the CFL.
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@Google
releases the
#YearinSearch
video every December based on the year’s top search queries and viral moments. This year, a magical moment from CMU’s spring commencement made the cut.
The archway is already becoming the spot on campus to take photos! IMPACT mentors Rebecca Mims (right) and Yasmeen Duncan (left) took a minute yesterday to strike a pose. Thanks to Stan Shingles, assistant vice president of
@URecCMU
for sharing this photo with us.
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There was an isolated off-campus incident tonight at Wayside Central. Three victims have been reported with unspecified injuries.
A suspect has been identified detained. There is no longer an ongoing threat to the public. The community is safe.
🗣 BALL GAME!!! | CMU 49, Toledo 7
For the first time since 2009, your Chippewas are outright MAC West Division Champs!
They’ll head to Ford Field next Saturday (Dec.7 @ Noon) to square off with Miami (OH) for the MAC Title!
#FireUpChips
🔥⬆️🏈
Watch crews hoist a maroon-and-gold arch 21 feet into the air and weld it into place to complete the pedestrian gateway that will greet students as the academic year starts. View the complete gallery on Facebook:
At CMU, we are a community that lifts one another up in difficult times, and we extend our compassion to our friends and neighbors. Last night, hundreds gathered to show that support and caring for the MSU community.
We bid fond farewell to our 14th president, George E. Ross. Today he walks out of his office for this last time and tomorrow he becomes President Emeritus. Thank you, Dr. Ross, for your dedication to CMU and our students. Fire Up Chips!
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@cmichprez
just told CMU's Alumni and Advancement boards that he and his family are endowing a scholarship. At $126,000 for Central’s 126 years, the scholarship will go to CMU juniors and seniors selected for their leadership qualities.
#FireUpChips
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The City of Mount Pleasant has issued a boil water advisory. Do not drink the water from campus taps or drinking fountains. Bottled water is being delivered to the lobbies of residence halls. We are working on next steps for our campus community and will issue additional guidance
CMU wins Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl, defeating Washington State, 24-21. CMU's first bowl victory since 2012 and first win over a Power 5 program since 2017 (Oklahoma State).
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Painters have been hard at work in Park Library the past few weeks, transforming the building to a different palette. It’s exciting to see so much maroon!
The CMU Board of Trustees has appointed Bob Davies the university’s 15th president. Davies, president at Murray State University in Kentucky, will start his journey at CMU Sept. 1. Read the story:
Divisive words unified the CMU community after a hateful message targeted students in a Sweeney Hall residence. President Bob Davies and students at a candlelit rally called for unity against racism, discrimination and prejudice.
Lateef Shafau, a biology student from Detroit, Michigan, completed his honors capstone project by experimenting how to enhance hind limb locomotor recovery by coupling swimming therapy with bioluminescent optogenetic stimulation.
Students arrived on campus today for the first freshman academic orientation session of the summer. Welcome and enjoy this next step toward becoming a CMU Chippewa this fall!
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President Davies announces CMU will begin and end the 2020 fall semester early to reduce the risk of exposure and spread of COVID-19. Classes will begin Aug. 17 and end Nov. 25. Learn more: .
Due to inclement weather, MAINstage will be postponed to Sunday, Aug. 26. The event will run from 1 to 4 p.m. at its planned location in Lot 75, across Broomfield Rd. from the Towers and behind His House Church.
Fight for maroon and gold, down the field for CMU! Cheer on
@CMU_Football
as it hosts Albany at 7 p.m. tonight in Kelly/Shorts Stadium. Fire Up Chips!
#LifeAtCentral
CMU is planning to operate normally Tuesday, but will continue to assess the the wind chill warning that starts Tuesday evening. Here are some precautions to keep yourself warm, dry and safe during cold weather:
The suspect in this morning's campus shooting is still at large. CMU police continue to work closely with local and state police agencies. Continue to check our website for updates:
Leaders are made long before game day. They’re made in practice and through experience. That’s why our grads are on the field and behind the scenes today. That’s what we do. Do you have what it takes?
They came, they learned, they graduated: More than 2,700 CMU students left McGuirk Arena as CMU alumni yesterday. Congratulations to all graduates, and Fire Up Chips!
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The
#FanIndex
winner for college football's best band is
@cmuniversity
! Tune in to the FS1 College Football Postgame tonight after the UCLA-Colorado game to find out next week’s theme. Then go to to vote using
#FanIndex
and the proper team's hashtag.
Congratulations to Dr. Eliza McWilliams, a lifelong learner who walked across the stage this evening to receive her doctoral degree at age 70. She is continuing a lifetime of teaching and learning that includes 39 years as a Detroit schoolteacher.
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CMU Pride: The Chemistry and Biochemistry Department’s tuberculosis research facility and Office of Laboratory and Field Safety are donating air-purifying respirators and protective clothing for use by local health care workers.
CMU is delaying operations on its main campus and its Global Campus headquarters in Mount Pleasant until 11 a.m. today, Feb. 6, due to inclement weather. Classes that begin before 11 a.m. are canceled. More details:
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keeps 2018-19 undergrad tuition rates the same as this year — a zero percent increase. CMU has had the lowest cumulative increase among all 15 public universities the past nine years.
CMU is delaying operations on its main campus and its Global Campus headquarters in Mount Pleasant until 11 a.m. today, Tuesday, Feb. 12, due to inclement weather. A decision on the status of the operation of the university beyond 11 a.m. will be made no later than 9:30 a.m.