The Central Michigan University wrestling team defeated the Michigan State wrestling team 22-12 in a non conference dual as their last home meet of the season in McGuirk Arena, Friday, Feb. 21, 2025. The Chippewas hosted their senior night recognizing four seniors Vince Perez, Cameron Wood, Alex Cramer and Johnny Lovett. The regular season for the Chippewas will close with a wrestling dual at The University of Michigan at 5p.m. in Ann Arbor, Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025.
CMU's College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences and the Department of History, World Languages and Cultures hosts Dr. Gregg Hecimovich, a professor from Furman University, as a speaker for the William T. Bulger Lecture Series in Opperman Auditorium on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025. Hecimovich talked about the process of his research learning about Hannah Crafts and the novel she wrote while escaping slavery.
Central Michigan’s Multicultural Academic Student Services (MASS) held a Restorative Practices for Campus Communities presentation as part of Black History Month events at the Sarah and Daniel Opperman Auditorium in the Park Library on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. The event was hosted by Central Michigan student Taylor Martin and discussed how restorative practices can build a stronger community at CMU.
CMU students have the chance to hone their professionalism, table manners and networking abilities at the Mocktail Mixer and Etiquette Dinner in the Bovee University Center Rotunda, Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. Participants practiced appropriate dining manners, participated in facilitated conversations and made formal connections with possible employers. With an emphasis on career readiness in all domains, the event made sure students acquired useful skills for upcoming professional encounters.
Central Michigan lost a nail-biter against conference-leading Akron 85-82 at McGuirk Arena, on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025. Central Michigan junior forward Ugnius Jarusevicius recorded a game-high 32 points and 10 rebounds. This is his second straight 30-10 game and his seventh double-double of the season. Senior guard Anthony Pritchard had 15 points, six assists and went a perfect 6-6 from the free-throw line. Despite starting just seven players, Central Michigan cut the lead to two with five seconds remaining. However, Akron senior guard Shammah Scott would make two free throws to put the game out of reach. Central Michigan moves to 11-14 overall and 4-8 in MAC play. Their next game is against Ohio, on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025.
Central Michigan gymnastics defeated Eastern Michigan 195.625-194.150 at McGuirk Arena, on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. This is CMU’s eighth straight win as they improve to 5-0 at home and 3-0 in MAC play. CMU will face off against undefeated Kent State, on Sunday, Feb. 23. The winner of the meet takes control of first place in the MAC.
Central Michigan University’s Office for Institutional Diversity, Equity and Inclusion hosts the Klymyshyn Symposium on Inclusive Excellence and Social Justice in the Bovee University Center, Wednesday, Feb. 12 through Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. The event is an opportunity to highlight and increase awareness of research initiatives conducted nationally that focus on equity, inclusion, belonging and social justice.
Central Michigan University’s Office of LGBTQ Services and Gender Equity Programs hosts its annual Dogs and Donuts event in the Center for Student Inclusion and Diversity, Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025. The event was open to everyone to enjoy donuts and pet dogs, while discussing self love and healthy boundaries.
The Central Michigan University wrestling team defeated the Kent State wrestling team 36-0 in McGuirk Arena, Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025. This was CMU's third straight win and brings the team to 7-9 overall. Their next home match will be Sunday, Feb. 16 against Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE).
Central Michigan lost to Marquette 17-5 at the CMU Soccer/Lacrosse Complex, Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025. Central Michigan senior attacker Reagan Martinsen led the Chippewas with two goals and three points. Senior goalkeeper Alexa Martel made 15 saves and allowed 17 goals. Central Michigan’s next game is against Lindenwood, on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025.
The Central Michigan University religion program hosted a Religion Area Valentine's Panel in Sarah and Daniel Opperman Auditorium, Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025. There were four professors who presented slideshows to advertise their upcoming classes over the next few semesters. The professors also gave insight and stories on how their religious classes can be tied into Valentine's day. The Religion program hosts two of these events every year, one at Halloween and another at Valentine's Day.
Central Michigan University President Neil MacKinnon hosts a First 100 Days Reflection and Fireside Chat in the Plachta Auditorium of Warriner Hall, Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025. He discussed what he has learned about the university, including strengths, challenges and opportunities. MacKinnon mentioned what he has done with the university community, as well as disclosed a new ambition for the university, “Go Grants.”
The Evolution of Black Leadership at CMU event was held at the French Auditorium, on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025. The Black History Month event was held by CMU’s Multicultural Academic Student Services. During the event, attendees listened to a presentation by Central Michigan senior Madison Coleman and Interim Vice President of Student Affairs Stan Shingles. A panel of guests also spoke about the importance of Black leadership and pursuing your passions despite the challenges.
Central Michigan beat Texas State 85-70 at McGuirk Arena, on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. Central Michigan junior forward Ugnius Jarusevicius scored a game-high 19 points and tied his season-high with 14 rebounds. Central Michigan shot 50% from three, also tying their season high. Junior guard Kyler Vanderjagt went 3-3 from beyond the arc and recorded 17 points. Central Michigan moves to 11-12 overall and 4-6 in MAC play. Their next game is against Kent State, on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025.
Multiple colleges came together at the Jack Skoog Indoor Track for the Chippewa Challenge, on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. The CMU women's team took first in 13 events, and 21 athletes would get personal bests. Central Michigan sophomore Elle Himebaugh took first in the 3000m and freshman Jada Pride won the 60H. CMU's next meet will be at GVSU for the Grand Valley Big Meet, on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025.
The annual Mount Pleasant Polar Plunge was held outside of O'Kelly's Sports Bar & Grill, in Mount Pleasant, Mich., on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. Participants jumped into the pool to raise money for Special Olympics Michigan. The money raised would be used for training and services to over 22,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities in the state. This year's Plunge raised over $63,000, beating the goal of $58,000.
Central Michigan University hosted an All Major Career Fair at Finch Fieldhouse, Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. Companies from all over Michigan came to talk to students and give them insight on job and internship opportunities. Students were told to bring a resume and a pitch to introduce themselves to possible future employers. The event brought in anywhere between 750 to 900 students.
CMU Intramural sports hosts the first day of open doubles for pickleball in the Student Activity Center, Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. Teams such as Net Ninjas, Kings of the Court, Hog’n the Kitchen and Pickle Princesses went against one another. Games occur every Friday from 5-8pm until the end of February.
The Humane Animal Treatment Society is an animal shelter located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. HATS provides many services, including shelter and care for homeless pets, routine and emergency medical care and volunteer programs. Volunteers have the opportunity to take pets on walks outside of the HATS facility. Providing socialization to animals who may not have had it before. This is an important step in making pets more adoptable.
The Central Michigan gymnastics team defeats Southeast Missouri State and Wisconsin—Oshkosh during their tri-meet at McGuirk Arena, Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025. The Chippewas ended with a total score of 196.000, just behind them was Southeast Missouri State with a total score of 193.025, and falling short with a total score of 192.375 was Wisconsin-Oshkosh. The meet was a Pink Out, for Girls & Women in Sports, with a total attendance of 385 supporters.
