YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) — Eastern Michigan University's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) has launched a voter registration within the EMU student-athlete population. The goal is to challenge every eligible member of Eastern's 18 varsity sports to be registered to vote in the upcoming elections.
"Athletics provides a stage for student athletes to showcase their talent," said Ian Cook, EMU SAAC President and men's cross country student-athlete. "With this spotlight also comes the responsibility of being a role model in the community. Recognize the opportunity that you have to lead and set the example. Register to vote, encourage others to do the same, and exercise your right as an American to vote.