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Presidential Search Begins

Eastern Michigan University’s Board of Regents has named WittKieffer to support the national search for the University's next president. Current EMU President James Smith will step down from the position on June 30, 2026, at the end of his current contract, following 10 transformative years leading the university.

WittKieffer is a leader in higher education searches and advisory services, annually conducting more than 500 leadership engagements in this space.

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Celebrating EMU's 175th Anniversary

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EMU 175th Anniversary

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175th Anniversary Website

Find a timeline and fascinating archival photos like this one, which features Lucy Aldrich Osband teaching physiology in 1892.

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Did you know?

The College of Arts and Sciences was established in 1959. Albert W. Brown was the first dean.

Old Main, constructed in 1852, was the original building on campus. It was demolished in 1948.

Chimes were installed in Pierce Hall in 1953 to honor World War II veterans.