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July 9, 1996
The University Record, July 9, 1996 13th constellation visible in July evening skies, astronomer says July’s evening sky brings Michigan skywatchers a view of the 13th constellation in the Zodiac, the band of constellations through which the sun passes on its yearly journey among the stars, according to U-M astronomer Richard G. Teske. “In mid-sky…
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July 9, 1996
The University Record, July 9, 1996 Visiting home for the summer? Watch for signs in elderly parents Gloria Gibson (left) and her mother, Grace, used the Family Care Resources Program to find information and programs that would benefit Grace’s heath. By Jared Blank Gloria Gibson was working on her Ph.D. in sociology in 1992 when…
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July 9, 1996
The University Record, July 9, 1996 MQR summer issue out An essay on democratization in Russia by U-M history professor William G. Rosenberg highlights the summer issue of Michigan Quarterly Review (MQR). In addition to Rosenberg’s “New Russia” and the Democratic Predicament, other works by U-M writers include “Menace II Society: No Way Out for…
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July 9, 1996
The University Record, July 9, 1996 Nursing student connects patient with friends at home, school Without leaving her bed, bone marrow transplant patient Jillian Bouwens (left) was able to see and talk to her friends and teachers back home, thanks to videoconferencing technology. Jillian is pictured here with her mom, Debra. By Kristen Lidke Finn…
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July 9, 1996
The University Record, July 9, 1996 ABPAFS recognizes four U-M staff Four University employees were honored at the U-M Association of Black Professionals, Administrators, Faculty and Staff (ABPAFS) 11th Anniversary Awards Program held June 26. Dwight L. Fontenot, assistant director of the Comprehensive Studies Program, received the Outstanding Public Service award for “unselfish dedication in…
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July 9, 1996
The University Record, July 9, 1996 Reading and Learning Skills Center closes after 40 years of service The Reading and Learning Skills Center, a unit of the Institute for Human Adjustment (IHA) for more than 40 years, closed June 30. After a review conducted by IHA administration, and consultation with a faculty committee during Fall…
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July 9, 1996
The University Record, July 9, 1996 Performance review, planning doesn’t have to be a pain By Rebecca A. Doyle Whether you call it performance appraisal, staff evaluation or merit review, the time for what is sometimes an annual face-off between staff members and supervisors has arrived. In July, most University units conduct annual interviews with…
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July 9, 1996
The University Record, July 9, 1996 Wurster gets SSW staff recognition award Lynn Wurster, senior procedures analyst in the School of Social Work, is the recipient of the School’s Summer Term 1996 Staff Recognition Award. Wurster, a staff member for 18 years, was cited for her leadership in many team projects and committees, including the…
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July 9, 1996
The University Record, July 9, 1996 Three U-M grad students receive funding for research in developing countries By Bernie DeGroat News and Information Services Three U-M graduate students have been awarded International Predissertation Fellowships to conduct research in developing countries. The awards, ranging from $23,000 to $52,000, are given by the Social Science Research Council…
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July 9, 1996
The University Record, July 9, 1996 Coleman-Burns: Send a message about violence against women Professional staff who deal with domestic violence gathered last week at a mini-conference that addressed issues of violence against women in different cultures, support for abused women and dependency issues. Photo by Bob Kalmbach Domestic violence is a social issue and…
