CLEVELAND, Ohio (EMUEagles.com) — The Mid-American Conference announced Wednesday, Aug. 30, the presentation of the Cartwright Award to Eastern Michigan University for its program excellence in academics, athletics and citizenship during the 2016-17 school year. The Cartwright Award will be showcased with an on-field presentation Friday, Sept. 1, during the EMU football team's game against Charlotte.
"The Cartwright Award is unique in that it recognizes excellence not only on the field of play, but also in the classroom and in the community," said Dr. Jon Steinbrecher, Mid-American Conference Commissioner. "The Cartwright Award speaks to the core values of our Conference and to be selected by one's peers for this award is a tremendous honor.