U-M Hospitals and Health Centers awarded for IT excellence
The U-M Hospitals and Health Centers received the 2015 Most Wired recognition from the American Hospital Association’s Health Forum and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives. The award recognizes hospitals and health centers for excellence in adoption, implementation and use of information technology. Achieving a robust and secure IT system is critical to expanding and strengthening UMHHC’s mission of excellence in patient care, research and medical education, says Sue Schade, chief information officer.
Michigan Dining is Planet Blue Platinum Certified Sustainable Workplace
Michigan Dining is the first department on campus to have all of its facilities achieve Platinum level certification for sustainability, the highest level, through the Office of Campus Sustainability. Michigan Dining’s seven dining halls, more than 24 cafes and markets, and administrative offices were evaluated for recycling practices, procurement of sustainable products such as recycled content paper and reducing energy consumption by eliminating space heaters. The department received bonus points by implementing pre- and post-consumer composting in all locations. Credit was also granted for the procurement and promotion of sustainable foods.
Medical Campus road closures scheduled
Through approximately Sept. 24, lane closures are scheduled for Fuller Road between Glen Avenue and Maiden Lane to perform preventative maintenance on the bridge over the railroad. During this time, one vehicle lane in each direction will be maintained and pedestrian access will be available on at least one side of Fuller Road. Maiden Lane and East Medical Center Drive bridges will remain open to traffic. Drivers are cautioned to expect long delays, especially during peak travel times. Delays on U-M bus routes in the area also are anticipated. Alerts will be posted at pts.umich.edu.
Michigan Radio wins three Clarion Awards
Michigan Radio has won three national Clarion Awards from the Association for Women in Communications. The awards were received in the Best Radio Documentary Series, Radio Documentary-One Time, and Major News Event categories. “One Company’s Toxic Legacy” was recognized as Best Radio Documentary Series. It was produced by Rebecca Williams, Lindsey Smith and Mark Brush. “Lake Erie algal bloom shuts down Toledo water,” received the award for Major News Event coverage. It was produced and reported by Tracy Samilton and Kate Wells. “The Big Test” by reporter Dustin Dwyer received a Clarion Award for Radio Documentary-One Time. The awards will be presented at the AWC National Conference Oct. 10.
Victors for UM-Dearborn campaign reaches halfway mark
In October 2014, UM-Dearborn publicly announced the $50 million Victors for UM-Dearborn campaign, the most ambitious fundraising effort in its history. Today, more than 4,700 donors already have committed more than $25 million toward the campaign, achieving half of the university’s $50 million goal, including $17 million for student support. Donors are supporting student scholarships, faculty and student research, study abroad opportunities and innovative learning environments at UM-Dearborn.
