Eastern Michigan University Impact

Eastern Michigan

University Impact

We have developed initiatives to meet the needs of students and faculty in every area of Eastern Michigan University. Explore a list of our proud accomplishments.

EMU Golf Program
A $6.5 million investment in EMU Men's and Women's Golf will enhance coaching, staffing, and overall program development.
GameAbove College of Engineering & Technology
Eastern Michigan University's Engineering and Technology College received a $5 million donation for program enhancements, including state-of-the-art equipment and supplies.
Cybersecurity for Embedded Systems Initiative
The GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology received a $1.6 million donation to bolster its cybersecurity programs, including developing a new certificate program.
Alumni Pay-It-Forward
In April 2020, GameAbove gave graduates and incoming freshmen $2 million in financial aid. Graduates received $600 each, and freshmen received $400 each to help with expenses and anxieties related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Students Matter Most
$1.5 million to provide financial resources for clubs, intramural sports, student senate allocation needs, student homelessness, housing insecurity, and other designated needs.
Faculty First
The $2 million fund supports exceptional EMU faculty by funding research, presentations, professional development, and other initiatives. The goal is to attract and retain outstanding faculty.
STEM for the Future
Donated $500,000 to support STEM education for underserved students through after-school programs.
Student-Athlete Performance Center
Brian Clouse Players’ Lounge at EMU's Student-Athlete Performance Center is a dedicated space for football student-athletes to study, connect, and build camaraderie. A $1 million donation made the facility possible.
GameAbove Next-Gen Scholarship
GameAbove awarded $75,000 to Eastern Michigan University students who, due to financial hardship, were at risk of not completing their degrees.