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January 7, 1997
The University Record, January 7, 1997 In Brief… Panel will examine role of women in the arts The Institute for Research on Women and Gender and the University Musical Society will sponsor a panel discussion on “Women in the Arts/Arts in the Academy” 7:30—9:30 p.m. Jan. 14 in the 4th floor assembly hall, Rackham Bldg.…
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January 7, 1997
The University Record, January 7, 1997 Hats off to the grads These two were among the approximate 2,000 students on the Ann Arbor campus who received degrees in the winter commencement ceremonies held Dec. 15. Photo by Bob Kalmbach
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January 7, 1997
The University Record, January 7, 1997 Shielding children from conflict a challenge for divorcing parents By Julie Peterson News and Information Services Divorce, never an easy experience, can be especially traumatic for parents who are worried about its effects on their children. “From a child’s perspective, divorce represents an incredible loss,” says Sharon Gold-Steinberg, a…
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January 7, 1997
The University Record, January 7, 1997 YOU COUNT AT THE U Photos by Bob Kalmbach The Council for Disability Concerns in October acknowledged those who had made special contributions significantly benefiting those with disabilities on our campus. Those selected by the Council’s task forces received a certificate of appreciation. Twelve individuals were honored this year…
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January 7, 1997
The University Record, January 7, 1997 Martin Luther King Jr. Symposium: Campaign for A Unified Community of Justice Dear Colleagues and Friends, The selected theme for this year’s Symposium, “Campaign for a Unified Community of Justice,” challenges us to clearly and publicly articulate the critical value of our multicultural perspectives in the academy. Meeting this…
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January 7, 1997
The University Record, January 7, 1997 Three faculty awarded $25,000 for further development in Whitaker Fund competition; 10 proposals get $5,000 Provost J. Bernard Machen recently has announced the faculty recipients of three grants of $25,000 each and 10 grants of $5,000 each from the Gilbert R. Whitaker Fund for the Improvement of Teaching. Awards…
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January 7, 1997
The University Record, January 7, 1997 Center for Japanese Studies sponsors grant competition The Center for Japanese Studies has announced an open competition for grant awards supporting research on Japan. All University faculty pursuing research that investigates any aspect of Japanese society and culture are eligible to apply. Grants, ranging from $500 to $10,000, may…
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January 7, 1997
The University Record, January 7, 1997 Tedesco will oversee Michigan Mandate, Agenda for Women Lisa Tedesco, professor of dentistry and associate dean for academic affairs in the School of Dentistry, has been appointed presidential associate for special programs. She will have responsibility in the President’s Office for general oversight of the Michigan Mandate and the…
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January 7, 1997
The University Record, January 7, 1997 Check your exemption status Federal withholding tax tables have changed slightly, effective Jan. 1. Tax rates for 1997 are accessible on the University’s payroll home page on the WorldWide Web. To access the page, use the URL http://www.umich.edu/~payroll/ and click on the box marked Tax Calculation Help. In addition,…
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January 7, 1997
The University Record, January 7, 1997 Six faculty members will hold emeritus title Six faculty members were given the emeritus title by the Regents. Those retiring are M. Kent Jennings, professor of political science and research scientist; Frank B. Livingstone, professor of anthropology; Harry R. Pape Jr., associate professor of dentistry; Susan I. Seger, senior…
