STATE UNIVERSITIES
CMU to receive $19.5 million for Center for Integrated Health Studies
Central Michigan University will receive $19.5 million to build a new Center for Integrated Health Studies, as approved recently by state legislators. Part of the $55 billion state budget, the center will address student demand and expand health care expertise and services across the state. It will allow expansion of CMU’s physical therapy, physician assistant, audiology and speech-language pathology programs.
Eastern Michigan University Strong Hall renovation planned
The renovation of Eastern Michigan University’s Strong Hall has been included in the state budget this coming fiscal year, representing a step forward in the university’s commitment to educating students in STEM disciplines. The planning authorization for the university’s request for $30 million in state funding has passed the Michigan House and Senate, and goes to Gov. Rick Snyder for approval. Strong Hall houses key science programs.
Funding milestone reached for Lake Superior State University lab expansion
Both houses of Michigan’s Legislature have approved nearly $9 million in funding for an expansion of Lake Superior State University’s Aquatic Research Lab. The legislation will go to Gov. Rick Snyder for approval. The expansion, called the Center for Freshwater Research and Education, will include an improved hatchery facility and expanded research and classroom space. The project will greatly enhance LSSU’s research capabilities and is called an economic driver for the state.
PEER INSTITUTIONS
U of Maryland poll explores attitudes on Middle East refugees
A new survey conducted at the University of Maryland sheds light on American attitudes toward refugees from the Middle East. It finds that the majority of Americans (59 percent) believe the United States should accept refugees from Middle East conflicts, assuming they are screened for security risks. Support is stronger among Democrats (77 percent) while opposition is strongest among Republicans (63 percent).
U of Minnesota to honor musician Prince
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents has voted unanimously to award musician Prince with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from the College of Liberal Arts. Prince Rogers Nelson, a Minneapolis native and singer, songwriter, musician, producer and actor, died April 21. The degree will be formally presented to Prince’s family at a program later this year. Details will be announced.
