Welcome to Explore Eastern! During this build-your-own schedule day, you’ll be able to hear from and connect with faculty, staff, and students from across EMU’s campus. Review the schedule on the next page, and pick and choose the sessions most interesting to you!
During the Event ADMISSIONS DROP-IN SUPPORT Location: Admissions Welcome Center, Student Center, 2nd Floor, Room 204 | Time: 9:00 am–2:00 pm Stop by for any questions regarding your application, enrollment, or next steps at EMU! Fall 2027 students can fill out our undergraduate application for free on site. Our office will be available with advisors to answer your questions throughout the entire event.
ASK AN EAGLE Location: Admissions Welcome Center, Student Center, 2nd Floor, Room 220 | Time: 9:00 am–2:00 pm If you have any questions throughout the day, stop by our Admissions Welcome Center or the Ask an Eagle table just outside the office for assistance!
LUNCH ON CAMPUS Location: Varies (Based on Lunch Ticket) Time: 11:30 am–1:45 pm Experience lunch on campus. Stop by between sessions to take a break and eat!
RESOURCE FAIR Location: Student Center, 2nd Floor, Ballroom | Time: 12:00–2:00 pm Have questions about a specific program? Want to learn more about our support resources? Stop by the Resource Fair to say hi to various programs and departments.
OUT-OF-STATE STUDENT DROP-IN Location: 1st Floor, Lounge Area Time: 1:00–2:00 pm Join our meet-and-greet designed for out-of-state students. Hear from designated admissions advisors and get the chance to meet future Eagles who made the trip!
15% OFF ONE ITEM AT THE BOOKSTORE Exclusions apply. See store for details. Bookstore is located in the Student Center, 1st Floor.
Schedule Breakout session descriptions and locations can be found on the following page. If you need any accommodations to navigate campus, please visit the Admissions Welcome Center at 220 Student Center for assistance.
9:00 am to 10:00 am
10:00 am to 10:30 am
10:30 am to 10:45 am
CHECK-IN
WELCOME TO EXPLORE EASTERN!
Location: Student Center, 2nd Floor, Ballroom
DEPART TO ACADEMIC COLLEGES College of Arts & Sciences College of Business College of Education GameAbove College of Engineering & Technology College of Health & Human Services
10:45 am to 11:45 am
ACADEMIC COLLEGE SHOWCASE
*The auditorium has entrances on both 1st and 2nd floors. For accessible entry, please use the 1st-floor entrance.
11:30 am to 2:00 pm
Explore On Your Own (Optional Activities) LUNCH 11:30 am to 1:45 pm
Location: Varies (Based on Lunch Ticket)
RESOURCE FAIR 12:00 to 2:00 pm
Location: Student Center, 2nd Floor, Ballroom
OUT-OF-STATE STUDENT DROP-IN 1:00 to 2:00 pm Location: 1st Floor, Lounge Area
TOUR OPTIONS
Departure Location: 1st Floor, Lobby across from Eastern Outfitters Bookstore
Art & Design Tour of Windgate: 1:30 pm First Glance Tour: 1:00 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:10 pm Housing-Only Tour: 1:00 pm, and 2:10 pm
BREAKOUT SESSIONS Please select one 30-minute breakout session per time slot, each session is offered twice.
SESSION BLOCK 1: 12:15 to 12:45 pm SESSION BLOCK 2: 1:15 to 1:45 pm First-Year Admissions & Scholarships (2027 & Beyond) Student Center Auditorium* The Honors College: Opportunities and Excellence at EMU Student Center, Room 320 Housing and Residence Life: Find your campus home Student Center, Room 300 Transfer Admissions & Scholarships Student Center, Room 330
Session Descriptions ACADEMIC COLLEGE SHOWCASE Location: Varies (Based on Academic Program) | Time: 10:45 am You will be guided to your respective academic college during the Welcome dismissal. Our five colleges provide support, research opportunities, and pathways to student success. Join a 60-minute session with your future dean and faculty. If you’re unsure which college to explore, stop by the Ask an Eagle table for help.
FIRST-YEAR ADMISSIONS & SCHOLARSHIPS (2027 & BEYOND) Location: Student Center, Auditorium* | Times: 12:15 pm and 1:15 pm Your college journey starts here! If you are a prospective student looking to begin their college journey in 2027 or 2028, stop by this session to get clarity on the admissions process. You’ll learn what’s required for your application, stay on top of key deadlines, and explore how to make the most of scholarship opportunities as an incoming first-year student.
THE HONORS COLLEGE: OPPORTUNITIES & EXCELLENCE AT EMU Location: Student Center, Room 320 | Times: 12:15 pm and 1:15 pm Interested in the EMU Honors College? Learn how this enriching program can help you achieve personal and professional success through specialized courses, research opportunities, co-curricular involvement, and faculty mentorship. Hear from the Dean and discover how to apply for both the Honors College and the Presidential Scholarship, EMU’s most prestigious scholarship.
HOUSING AND RESIDENCE LIFE: FIND YOUR CAMPUS HOME Location: Student Center, Room 300 | Times: 12:15 pm and 1:15 pm Living on campus is more than just a place to stay: it’s part of your college experience! Learn about our updated residence halls, roommate matching, and the benefits of living where you learn.
TRANSFER ADMISSIONS & SCHOLARSHIPS Location: Student Center, Room 330 | Times: 12:15 pm and 1:15 pm EMU is proud to be transfer-friendly! Our knowledgeable admissions staff will cover everything you need to know about transferring to EMU. We’ll cover applying, credit transfers, and scholarship opportunities to make your transition seamless.
*The auditorium has entrances on both 1st and 2nd floors. For accessible entry, please use the 1st-floor entrance.
Tour Options ART & DESIGN TOUR OF WINDGATE Departure Location: 1st Floor, Lobby across from Eastern Outfitters Bookstore Time: 1:30 pm Interested in Art & Design? Take a 45-minute tour of EMU’s new Windgate Complex and explore this stunning 23,000-square-foot facility alongside art faculty. Designed for EMU’s 3D Media Arts programs, the space features state-of-the-art studios for ceramics, sculpture, furniture design, and digital fabrication. It is the perfect opportunity to experience the creative environment and start imagining your future at EMU.
FIRST GLANCE TOUR Departure Location: 1st Floor, Lobby across from Eastern Outfitters Bookstore Times: 1:00 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:10 pm This abbreviated tour will show you the highlights of what you need to know about our campus! The stops include the Student Center, Halle Library, Rec/IM, an academic building, and a residence hall. Each tour is between 45-60 minutes.
HOUSING-ONLY TOURS Departure Location: 1st Floor, Lobby across from Eastern Outfitters Bookstore Times: 1:00 pm, 2:10 pm If you’re familiar with EMU’s campus, but want to see where you’d be living, this is the tour for you. This tour will highlight the housing options available for all students. With stops in Downing Hall, Walton Hall, and Lakeview, you get to see your options from your first year and beyond. Each housing tour is between 45-60 minutes.
SELF-GUIDED TOUR OPTION
Want to keep exploring? Take a self-guided tour of campus: bit.ly/emuselfguidedtour! Residence Halls remain locked for community safety.
EXPLORE THE STUDENT CENTER FURTHER Starbucks: 1st Floor, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Bookstore: 1st Floor, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Market: 1st Floor, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm University Gallery: 2nd Floor, 10 am to 2 pm Kayaking at University Park: University Park, 12:00 to 3:00 pm (Weather Permitting)
Student Resources OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS
We are happy to answer any questions you have and can direct you to other offices and departments. → 734-487-6453 → undergraduate_admissions@emich.edu
OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID
Reach out with any questions you have about your financial aid package, submitting your FAFSA, and any other affordability questions. → 734-487-1048 → financial_aid@emich.edu
CAMPUS LIFE
Learn about our 150+ student organizations, and the many opportunities to find your place here at EMU! → 734-487-3045 → campuslife@emich.edu
THE OFFICE OF ACCESS AND OPPORTUNITY
Made up of the Center of Race and Ethnicity (CORE), the LGBT Resource Center, Mentorship, Access, and Guidance in College (MAGIC), Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Response Office, and the Women’s Resource Center. This department helps students learn, grow, and find community. → 734-487-3118 → emich.edu/access-opportunity
HOUSING AND RESIDENCE LIFE
National research suggests that students living on campus earn higher GPAs, are more involved with campus programs and organizations, and are more satisfied with their overall college experience. Learn more about our housing options, including our newly renovated residence halls! → 734-487-1300 → housing@emich.edu
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Safety is a priority at EMU. Learn more about how we keep you safe while you’re here! → 734-487-1222 → emich.edu/public-safety
Notes
Plan Your Day Academic College (10:45 am) Session Block 1 (12:15 pm) Session Block 2 (1:15 pm) Tour Time:
Welcome to Campus! You are welcome to explore campus on your own; all of our buildings can be found on Apple or Google Maps. For a Self Guided Tour map, visit bit.ly/emuselfguidedtour. For the safety of our campus, residence halls are always locked.
1. Student Center 2. Strong Hall 3. Porter Hall (College of Education)
4. Marshall Hall (College of Health & Human Services)
5. Sill Hall (GameAbove College of Engineering & Technology)
6. Honors College 7. Rec/IM Building 8. Halle Library
9. Windgate Art Complex 10. Roosevelt Hall 11. Pray Harrold (College of Arts and Sciences)
12. Pierce Hall (Future College of Business 2027) 13. Eastern Eateries 14. The Commons
Next Steps Apply to EMU at emich.edu/apply. Send all materials including official high school transcripts, and any post-secondary transcripts. Use the free application waiver code: EMU26. Submit your FAFSA at studentaid.gov. EMU’s school code is 002259. Take part in one of our more personalized campus tour options. Go to emich.edu/visit-emu for more information. Ask questions. Find your admissions advisor at emich.edu/meetthestaff and get in touch.
Already Admitted? Regularly check your admitted student portal at enrollment.emich.edu/status to keep track of your next steps such as: Submit your $55 enrollment deposit to secure your spot at EMU. Apply for housing, dining, and parking. View our housing options at emich.edu/housing. Submit your FAFSA at studentaid.gov. EMU’s school code is 002259.
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