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November 12, 1997
The University Record, November 12, 1997 Students from the Bursley Residence Hall Community Volunteers program stenciled “Dump No Waste-Keep Our Michigan Waters Blue” onto curbs near Bursley, Baits and Northwood housing as part of the group’s effort to reduce illegal dumping of waste into storm drains. Photo by Paul Jaronski, Photo Services By Beth HallOccupational…
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November 12, 1997
The University Record, November 12, 1997 By Jay Jackson School of Information The School of Information is moving into the future with a new curriculum, new degrees and specializations, increased enrollment, and the successful completion of the first Campaign for Scholarships. In little more than one year, the School’s Alumni Society raised $1.7 million for…
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November 12, 1997
The University Record, November 12, 1997 Editor’s Note: The following is a roundup of items discussed and actions taken at the Oct. 27 Senate Assembly meeting. By Jane R. Elgass Members vote yes on tobacco divestment Senate Assembly members approved a statement that recommends the Regents be asked to divest of any holdings in tobacco-related…
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November 12, 1997
The University Record, November 12, 1997 By Kerry Colligan Development of a national policy on science and technology intensified in late October when federal legislators, leaders of industry, heads of scientific associations, and scientists from public and private universities gathered in Washington, D.C., to discuss a new direction for science policy. Arising in part from…
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November 12, 1997
The University Record, November 12, 1997 Chitanda By Jane R. Elgass An eye-opening experience with human rights while working in a legal aid office in Zimbabwe in 1988 started Virginia Chitanda on an international journey that culminated earlier this fall with her appointment as director of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Awareness Center (SAPAC). Chitanda…
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November 12, 1997
The University Record, November 12, 1997 By Jane R. Elgass Three U-M faculty members are among 60 nationwide to receive Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE), the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. government on outstanding scientists and engineers beginning their careers. The awards recognize young scholars’ research contributions, their promise and…
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November 12, 1997
> Audrey T. Boseman Audrey T. Boseman died Oct. 20 after a long struggle with cancer. Boseman joined the business office at the Institute for Social Research in 1953 and was named business manager in April 1971. She retired last March. Family and colleagues note that Boseman ³had a great flair and love for simple…
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November 12, 1997
The University Record, November 12, 1997 Mathematics professor Carolyn Dean talks with participants at Sonya Kovalevsky Day. Photo by James Matthew Wilson By James Matthew WilsonNews and Information Services Nearly 50 high school-age women from southeastern Michigan assembled in East Hall earlier this fall to learn about career opportunities for women in mathematics. The day-long…
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November 12, 1997
The University Record, November 12, 1997 This Cancer Center kiosk at Busch’s on South Main St. is one of 50 deployed around the state. Photo by Rebecca A. Doyle From Medical Center Public Relations The Comprehensive Cancer Center is launching a statewide network of interactive computer kiosks to link residents with up-to-date health information. The…
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November 12, 1997
The University Record, November 12, 1997 By Theresa Hofer Information Technology Division When instructor Jose Benki’s wallet was stolen from his gym locker two years ago, he quickly canceled his credit cards, filed a police report, and replaced his identification cards. He thought that was the end of the incident. In reality, his troubles were…
