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February 28, 1994
“From Ansel Adams to Andy Warhol: Portraits and Self-Portraits from the University of Michigan Museum of Art,” a collection of prints, drawings and photographs from the Museum’s collection, is on display through March 27 at the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy. The exhibition is composed of 19th- and 20th-century portraits and self-portraits, and was selected…
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February 28, 1994
A rate increase of 3.95 percent for residence halls and 3.3 percent for family housing apartments for next year was approved by the Regents at their February meeting. The basic rate for a double room in the traditional residence halls, now $4,428.18 for two terms, will be $4,659.20. Other rates will range from $1,872.64 (now…
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February 28, 1994
Two leading experts on lead poisoning will speak at a one-day meeting at the School of Public Health Friday (March 4). Ellen Silbergeld, a toxicologist at the University of Maryland, will speak on “New Perspectives on Environmental Exposure to Lead,” and Herb Needleman, of the Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic, University of Pittsburgh School of…
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February 28, 1994
Larry Selinker, professor of linguistics, was given the emeritus title by the Regents at their February meeting. He joined the U-M in 1977 as professor of linguistics and director of the English Language Institute. He served in the latter position until 1982. “Although his primary appointment was in the English Language Institute, Prof. Selinker was…
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February 28, 1994
The interim Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities, which has been in effect for 14 months, will continue as an interim policy until April 1995. The Regents voted 7-1 at their February meeting to accept the recommendation of Vice President for Student Affairs Maureen A. Hartford to continue the policy’s interim status. “We all agree…
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February 28, 1994
The newly renovated Athletic Administration Building has been renamed John P. Weidenbach Hall. The Regents approved the renaming of the building and a resolution acknowledging “the dedication and service of Jack Weidenbach as he concludes a 28-year career at the University” at their February meeting. “At the end of January, the University’s athletic director, John…
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February 28, 1994
By Bernie DeGroat News and Information Services After much consultation with high school teachers and students, the University will change the way it assesses the writing skills of newly admitted undergraduates, dropping an impromptu essay test in favor of a diverse writing portfolio. Each year since 1979, most incoming students have taken a 50-minute writing…
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February 28, 1994
By Jane R. Elgass Continuation of a three-year experimental one-time salary supplement program with no change in guidelines was announced earlier this month by Provost Gilbert R. Whitaker Jr. and Farris W. Womack, executive vice president and chief financial officer. The program, which applies to both faculty and staff, was initiated last summer at the…
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February 28, 1994
AmeriCorps Is Coming! By Barry N. Checkoway, professor of social work and chair, Task Force on Community Service Learning “AmeriCorps is Coming!” announces the latest mailing from the Corporation for National and Community Service, inviting institutions of higher education to propose programs that will serve communities and provide tuition benefits to participants. In response, colleges…
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February 28, 1994
Editor’s Note: The Board of Regents took action on the following at their February meeting. Several renovation projects approved The following building renovation projects were approved: Parking: This year’s maintenance program for parking services will include the final stage of the Church Street Parking Structure renovation. In addition, repair and replacement of the fire protection…
