EMU Today

 Media Advisory:

Who: Eastern Michigan University President James Smith and EMU students are available to discuss the university's technology/engineering related initiatives and higher education's role in preparing students for careers at the University’s exhibit at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) at Cobo Hall in Detroit.

What: EMU technology and engineering on display include an alternative fuel car, drone technology, an aviation flight simulator, a virtual reality experience and a self-cleaning fabric.

When: President Smith is available to speak 10 a.m. to 3:30 Tuesday, Jan. 16.

Where: The College of Technology exhibit will be located in the AutoMobili-D section and is open on the following days and times:

• Jan. 15-16, 12-6 p.m. (Press Days)
• Jan. 17-18, 12-6 p.m. (Industry Preview)
• Jan. 20-21, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Weekend Public Days)

For more information on EMU's College of Technology, visit the college website.

To arrange an interview, please contact Walter Kraft at wkraft@emich.edu.

About Eastern Michigan University

Founded in 1849, Eastern is the second oldest university in Michigan. It currently serves more than 20,000 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.