YPSILANTI, Mich. – Eastern Michigan University is expecting to welcome its third largest entering freshman class in the school's history beginning Friday.
The nearly 2,800 new freshmen are moving into the Ypsilanti campus residence halls. The university also expects about 1,000 new commuter students this fall. There will be a session for commuter students and their families in the Student Center Ballroom.
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Here's what's on the schedule Friday:
- Freshman Move-in lasts from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.
- 10-11 a.m. Session for Commuter Students
- 11 a.m.-2 p.m. First Four Family Picnic
- 2-3 p.m. Convocation Ceremony -- EMU Convocation Center
- 3-3:45 p.m. Parent and Family Reception -- Rynearson Stadium
- 6:30 p.m. EMU vs. Charlotte Football Game -- Rynearson Stadium
Overall, about 3,800 students will live on the EMU campus this year. Returning and transfer students will move in Saturday and over the Labor Day weekend.
Classes begin Wednesday, Sept. 6.
About Eastern Michigan University
Founded in 1849, Eastern is the second oldest university in Michigan. It currently serves 22,000 students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, specialist, doctoral and certificate degrees in the arts, sciences and professions. In all, more than 300 majors, minors and concentrations are delivered through the University's Colleges of Arts and Sciences; Business; Education; Health and Human Services; Technology, and its graduate school. EMU is regularly recognized by national publications for its excellence, diversity, and commitment to applied education. For more information about Eastern Michigan University, visit the University's website.