October 29, 1997
The University Record, October 29, 1997 This magnified image shows rat nerve fibers and Schwann cells after 72 hours in a culture with IGF-I. Most cells have already moved to the fiber and attached to it; many are beginning to wrap around and sp read along the fiber. This magnified image shows rat nerve fibers…
October 29, 1997
The University Record, October 29, 1997 Alexander Makarewich Alexander J. Makarewich, financial manager in the Financial Operations office, died Oct. 19 in Bloomington, Ind., of a possible heart attack. He was 58. Makarewich was born May 12, 1939, in Highland Park. He earned a B.A. in accounting from Eastern Michigan University in 1962, served with…
October 29, 1997
The University Record, October 29, 1997 Editor’s Note: The following actions were taken by the Regents at their October meeting. Two appointed to named collegiate professorships Two faculty members were appointed to named collegiate professorships. Phoebe C. Ellsworth, the Kirkland and Ellis Professor of Law in the Law School and professor of psychology, also will…
October 22, 1997
The University Record, October 22, 1997 Robert Megginson, associate professor of mathematics, helps students see the connection between the symmetry of mathematics and Native American beadwork. Here he visits with student tutor Rachel Weir (right) and Telya Mallad. Photo by Bob Kalmbach By Sally Pobojewski News and Information Services Robert Megginson sees the patterns and…
October 22, 1997
The University Record, October 22, 1997 A new study shows a relationship between fashion magazine reading and certain eating disorders, and television viewing and body dissatisfaction. Researcher says the drive for thinness is a learned behavior. Photo by Bob Kalmbach By Bernie DeGroat News and Information Services While the appearance of waif-like models in the…
October 22, 1997
The University Record, October 22, 1997 Good managers share information, respect colleagues By Rebecca A. Doyle Two of the UniversityÕs best managers–according to their employees–last week shared with others their secrets of management techniques that make the people on their teams respect them, follow their lead and turn out the best work they can. Sophia…
October 22, 1997
The University Record, October 22, 1997 Good managers share information, respect colleagues The Building Services self-directed After-Hours Response Team explained how they have been able to provide services for units during times other than normal business hours.
October 22, 1997
The University Record, October 22, 1997 Good managers share information, respect colleagues Balloons arched over a corner of the Ballroom at the Michigan Union at the M-Quality EXPO last week. University units displayed their projects and invited the public to see what they had accomplished. Photos by Rebecca Doyle
October 22, 1997
The University Record, October 22, 1997 Continuous evaluation key to leadership ‘Working Together; Building Leadership Throughout the University’ was the theme for the 1997 M-Quality EXPO last week. Workshops focused on leadership and management techniques and leading from wherever you are at the U-M. At top, visitors look over exhibits in the Ballroom. At bottom,…
October 22, 1997
The University Record, October 22, 1997 U-M employee contributions as of Oct. 18 By Rebecca A. Doyle The University’s United Way Campaign has reached more than 33 percent of its goal with three weeks remaining in the campaign. Amount goals have been reached by 15 University units and 14 units have attained their goals for…
