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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?

McKenny Hall’s bowling lanes opened in 1950. A game cost 28 cents and shoes were rented for a dime.

Michigan State Normal School changed to Michigan State Normal College in 1899.

Susan W. Martin was the first woman to serve as president of EMU (2008-2015).