An Appeal by the EMU India ALUM Group for COVID-19 RELIEF

As on/off-campus jobs are put on hold, EMU students of Indian origin are facing fear and anxiety not only about their future but also about their immediate daily necessities like food, utilities, rent. The COVID-19 pandemic has gripped the world and it’s no different with our EMU graduate F1 students. Far away from home, amid their education and some of whom have just graduated, the scene is not the greatest and the future is uncertain. A small group of EMU alumni have come together to raise funds to help the cause.

The EMU India Relief Fund will help provide relief to the students in dire situations. The team is collaborating with the Indian Student Association at EMU to understand the current needs. This relief effort is in partnership with Miindia Foundation, a seasoned and reputed organization helping and serving the community since 2005.

This is an honest appeal to the community and friends to lend a helping hand. The current focus and ask is mainly for monetary donations that would help provide care packages, offset some rent and utility costs for a temporary period.

Monetary donations: All donations will be given to Indian students at EMU for buying groceries, paying utility bills and rent. Indian Student Association at EMU will provide transparency in terms of where and how the funds are being utilized. Donate here.
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Career: Please join our LinkedIn group “Eastern Michigan University Club India”. The objective of this group is to bring the EMU Alumni of Indian origin together to expand the professional and social network that could help students with any job or internship opportunities. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12407317/

Training: If anyone is willing to share their knowledge on any IT/Business topics, that will help these grads out, please reach out to us. The volunteer team will setup and coordinate an online session. Any free or discounted professional training options are also welcome.