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  1. September 10, 1997

    Ticket buyers: Beware of counterfeiters

    The University Record, September 10, 1997 DPS Officer Mark West holds a handful of tickets, though not for the upcoming game against Colorado. Those tickets are scarce, as are tickets for most home football games this year, note DPS officials. Ticket scalpers—individuals who buy tickets and sell them at a profit—are expected to be in…
  2. September 10, 1997

    Surgeons use Stone Age technology for delicate surgery

    The University Record, September 10, 1997 Green holds one of the obsidian knives he uses to remove moles or for delicate repairs to earlobes. Photo courtesy Medical Center Public Relations While they probably never practiced the art of surgery, our Paleolithic ancestors did use tools that have been extolled as more precise than the most…
  3. September 10, 1997

    Copies of The University Record delayed

    The University Record, September 10, 1997 Copies of The University Record delayed Distribution of the Sept. 10 issue of The University Record has been delayed because of problems with the printer. We anticipate distribution Friday (Sept. 12). The online version should be available after noon Sept. 10. Questions? Send e-mail to [email protected] or [email protected].
  4. September 10, 1997

    First fall activities full of fun

    The University Record, September 10, 1997 The Michigan Union (above) lit up to welcome students arriving at Michigan for their first term or returning to campus life after summer vacation. Students were welcomed with activities that included games, prizes, food and fun (below). The Museum of Art treasure hunt (above) rewarded students who followed all…
  5. September 10, 1997

    Almost there

    The University Record, September 10, 1997 Renovations on the Diag are nearing completion and the entire area is now open for use. The final touches should be completed this fall. Photo by Bob Kalmbach By Jane R. Elgass The $1.3 million renovation of the Diag that took place during the summer for the most part…
  6. September 10, 1997

    Climate and Character, report on Mandate, Women’s Agenda, available

    The University Record, September 10, 1997 By Mary Jo Frank Office of University Relations Copies of a recently published report focusing on the University’s diversity initiatives—Climate and Character, Perspectives on Diversity—are available from the Office of the President. In the publication’s opening letter, President Lee C. Bollinger writes: “Having students, faculty and staff from diverse…
  7. September 10, 1997

    Elevated Art?

    The University Record, September 10, 1997 Students in Mark Pomilio’s class in the School of Art and Design install a mural in the elevator at the Media Union. Photo by Bob Kalmbach
  8. September 10, 1997

    Washington’s Omenn recommended for EVPMA

    The University Record, September 10, 1997 Omenn By Jane R. Elgass “An extensive and tremendous capacity to serve the institution in its totality” is one of the major reasons President Lee C. Bollinger is recommending the appointment of Gilbert S. Omenn as the executive vice president for medical affairs (EVPMA). Bollinger announced the recommendation at…
  9. September 10, 1997

    Fall theme semester is ‘Gender, Bodies, Borders’

    The University Record, September 10, 1997 Gender studies and international studies are coming together for the fall 1997 Theme Semester, “Genders, Bodies, Borders,” that will bring international perspectives into classes and events that focus on women’s and gender issues. The theme semester is sponsored by the Institute for Research on Women and Gender (IRWG), the…
  10. September 3, 1997

    Courant, Knepp to assume posts in Provost’s Office

    The University Record, September 3, 1997 Courant Knepp By Jane Elgass The Regents will be asked to approve the appointment of Paul N. Courant as associate provost-academic and budgetary affairs and Marilyn Knepp as assistant provost for university budget and planning at their Sept. 18-19 meeting. Knepp’s appointment will be effective Sept. 1, Courant’s as…