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October 4, 2010
Applications sought for ergonomics grants
MHealthy Ergonomics Awareness Team launched its fifth annual ergonomics grants program Oct. 1. Departments or units in need of financial help to purchase equipment or redesign work processes to solve ergonomic issues can receive up to $5,000 to implement solutions that make the work environment safer. Ergonomics is the science of fitting the workplace to… -
October 4, 2010
Symposium to explore heritage of global service
Many of the world’s leaders in world service will converge on the Stephen M. Ross School of Business on Oct. 13 for a daylong symposium exploring where the heritage of global service and the next steps on the continuum. “National Symposium: The Future of International Service” is open to the public and the panels do… -
October 4, 2010
MHealthy Ergonomics Awards recognize 12 university areas
MHealthy Ergonomics Awards were given to 12 university departments and units for independently implementing ergonomic solutions within their work environments. Winning areas have decreased risk factors and reduced or prevented employee discomfort by adding or modifying equipment or redesigning work processes. “Ergonomics fits the workplace to the worker making it safer and healthier,” says Suzanne… -
October 4, 2010
Don’t miss: Taboos: Contemplating the Arab woman of today
CORRECTION: The Penny Stamps Lecture Series event that was included as a Don’t miss in the Oct. 4 edition of the Record Update — Joumana Haddad at the Michigan Theater — contained an incorrect date. The event already has taken place. We regret any inconvenience this may have caused. -
October 4, 2010
Candace Johnson award to honor exemplary staffer
The Office of the Provost seeks to recognize exemplary staff at the Ann Arbor and U-M Health System campuses with the Candace J. Johnson Staff Award for Excellence. Established in 2004, the award is a memorial to a dedicated staff member, Candy Johnson. Johnson’s special blend of professionalism and personality was a positive influence in… -
October 4, 2010
Recent grads blog about volunteer experience
Recent U-M graduates Nate Gire and Kelsey Kennedy, who last month started their Peace Corps assignment in Lima, Peru, are blogging about their experience. “Nate and Kelsey’s Adventures” — at kennedygire.blogspot.com — will chronicle the married couple’s work as they serve as health promoters in the 16th group of Peru Peace Corps volunteers. Gire and… -
October 4, 2010
Old school: U-M in History
October dance
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October 4, 2010
Medical equipment tech scores at football games
He’s not with the football team or marching band. But Greg Linderman, whose place at the Big House is a tent under the south scoreboard, just got his first fan mail. During the work week, the Allied Health technical coordinator with U-M Med Equip makes sure modern hospital equipment is in top working condition before… -
September 27, 2010
U-M sustainability efforts showcased at EarthFest
For two days last week, U-M faculty, staff and students took part in EarthFest 2010: A Party for the Planet. The event featured a trash sort to identify recyclable items, entertainment, informational displays and a chance to sign a sustainability pledge.
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September 27, 2010
Top businesses, URC partner to boost state’s economic growth
Business Leaders for Michigan and the University Research Corridor have formed Accelerate Michigan to help support efforts to make Michigan a “top 10” state for economic growth. Based on benchmarking performed by McKinsey & Co., the alliance will become one of the largest of its kind between a state’s largest businesses and research universities. U-M is part of the URC along with Michigan State and Wayne State universities.
