New initiative guarantees EMU admission for Ypsi and Ann Arbor students
Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti Community Schools, and the Early College Alliance at EMU have partnered to guarantee EMU admission to local high school graduates.
On the Ground
On the Ground helps to tell the story of the people, projects, and innovations that are creating “what’s next” for communities. The intended impact is for “solutions-oriented” media coverage, engagement, and ultimately understanding of the community, resulting in awareness and investments that can contribute to the vitality and prosperity of the district covered.
The concept of On the Ground is to use an “embedded journalism” model to maintain a presence in a specific community. During this time the publication focuses weekly coverage on those neighborhoods to tell the story of the people, organizations, and businesses working and living there.
On the Ground has been embedded in the city of Ypsilanti since July 2017.
On the Ground is supported by Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission, Washtenaw Community College, Destination Ann Arbor, Eastern Michigan University, Ann Arbor SPARK, Washtenaw ISD, and Center for Health and Research Transformation.
To learn more about On the Ground program, click here.
Ypsi picnic uniting law enforcement with residents returns for third year
Organizers are proudly reflecting on the growth of Peacenic Ypsi, an annual community picnic intended to build bridges between residents and law enforcement, as its third year approaches.
Free “Skate Day” for Ypsi kids celebrates end of school year
Ypsilanti's Corner Health Center is inviting local youth to celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning of summer by enjoying free roller-skating at the inaugural Ypsi Skate Night.
Students lead successful effort to reduce waste at annual forum at EMU
Eastern Michigan University (EMU) students spearheaded a recent effort to transform the annual Southeast Michigan Stewardship Coalition Community Forum into a zero-waste event for the first time.
Ypsi library’s “Noise Permit” summer youth program to expand with added funding
The Ypsilanti District Library has received additional grant funding from the Michigan Arts and Culture Council to expand its annual Noise Permit summer program for young people, bringing new technology, workshops, and mentorship opportunities to local youth.
Ypsi’s We the People Opportunity Farm will continue founder Melvin Parson’s mission after his sudden passing
Leadership at Ypsilanti nonprofit We The People Opportunity Farm is focused on ensuring the organization continues founder Melvin Parson's legacy after his unexpected death.
Q&A: New EMU President Brendan Kelly on enrollment, parking, AI, student service, and more
Five weeks into his new job, we sat down with Eastern Michigan University (EMU) President Brendan Kelly to discuss his plans for the future of EMU, his alma mater.
Making sports and fitness accessible to Ypsi-area kids is this nonprofit’s focus
The grassroots nonprofit Ypsilanti Community - The Village was created by Ypsilanti Community High School alumni who wanted to reduce young people's barriers to participating in sports.
Ypsi schools’ Mental Health Awareness Fair aims to offer resources, reduce stigma
Ypsilanti Community Schools are celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month with their fourth annual Mental Health Awareness Fair on May 16 from noon-3 p.m. at Prospect Park in Ypsilanti.
Want to sell your homegrown produce at the Ypsi Farmers Market? You can through this program.
Ypsilanti-based gardening nonprofit Growing Hope wants community members to help shape the future of a program that allows home and hobby gardeners to share a cooperative farmers market booth.
