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November 19, 1997
The University Record, November 19, 1997 By Beth HallDepartment of Public Safety The Department of Public Safety (DPS) recommends exercising caution in social settings because of the illegal drug rohypnol, more commonly known as “roofies,” “ruffies,” “R-2,” “rib” and “rope.” This intense sedative drug is becoming a problem on many college campuses, and there have…
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November 19, 1997
The University Record, November 19, 1997 By Sally PobojewskiMedical Center Public Relations U-M scientists have identified a biochemical process, that, when triggered by ultraviolet radiation in sunlight, leads to premature skin aging. The study, published in the Nov. 13 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine, shows that surprisingly small amounts of exposure to…
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November 19, 1997
The University Record, November 19, 1997 I am grateful to Lou D’Alecy and the Assembly for providing me with this opportunity. I want to begin by thanking the many groups and individuals who have helped to develop my thinking on the University’s budget: the VCM Faculty Oversight committee, t he Advisory Committee on University Budgets…
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November 19, 1997
The University Record, November 19, 1997 Police composite of the suspect By Beth HallDepartment of Public Safety The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking assistance in identifying a man wanted in connection with a sexual assault that occurred Nov. 9 at approximately 8:30 p.m. in the Nichols Arboretum near the Geddes Road entrance, according…
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November 19, 1997
The University Record, November 19, 1997 Milling about in the lobby before a show, Power Center audiences may notice “Modern Tapestry,” a 9′ x 12′ handwoven tapestry by New York artist Roy Lichtenstein (1923-1997). Lichtenstein was a pioneer of the Pop Art Movement and known for his oversized comic book-like images. Photo by Bob Kalmbach
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November 12, 1997
The University Record, November 12, 1997 A woman reported to the Department of Public Safety (DPS) a sexual assault that took place around 9:30 p.m. Nov. 9 near the Geddes Road entrance to the Arboretum. The lone male perpetrator, last seen on foot, used a knife to threaten the woman. He is described as a…
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November 12, 1997
The University Record, November 12, 1997 From Medical Center Public Relations People who develop type 2 diabetes at an early age can substantially reduce their rates of blindness and kidney failure in later life by tightly controlling their blood-sugar level, according to researchers at the Medical Center and the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Ann…
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November 12, 1997
The University Record, November 12, 1997 Regent Emeritus Frederick C. Matthaei Jr. had a surprise for those attending the Oct. 31 dedication of the ’47 E Reflecting Pool (contributed by the Class of 1947), adjacent to the Lurie Engineering Center on North Campus. The dedication ceremonies were held inside due to inclement weather. After a…
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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…
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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…
