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November 24, 2008
The Michigan Road Scholars is accepting applications from instructional and research track faculty to take part in its 2009 tour. The annual educational tour exposes participants to the state’s economy, government and politics, culture, educational systems, health and social issues, history, and geography. Designed to increase mutual knowledge and understanding between U-M and the state’s…
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November 24, 2008
The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners recognized U-M for “contributing to the inclusiveness and employment opportunities for persons with disabilities in Washtenaw County” by presenting a resolution of appreciation during its Nov. 19 board meeting. “This recognition is a reflection of the University’s commitment to diversity and collaboration with the community to provide equal opportunity…
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November 24, 2008
Sagging college enrollments may be the next symptom of the sub-prime mortgage mess, says a University economist. “Our analysis shows a clear connection between parents’ home ownership and home equity, and adult children’s college attendance,” says researcher Frank Stafford, who directs the Panel Study of Income Dynamics at the Institute for Social Research (ISR). For…
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November 24, 2008
The annual Ann Arbor Farm & Garden Greens Market is from noon-4 p.m. Dec. 4 at Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Road. Greens, wreaths, florals and holiday plants will be available as well as baked goods, antiques, crafts and gifts. There will be informational demonstrations on wreath making and Ikebana floral creations. There will…
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November 24, 2008
The College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS) at U-M-Dearborn will launch doctoral programs in information systems engineering and automotive systems engineering beginning in fall 2009. The new degree programs were approved at the Nov. 20 Board of Regents meeting. “This is a great development for our campus, reflecting the quality of our faculty and…
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November 24, 2008
From the jungles of Sri Lanka to the mountains of Appalachia, Charles Owens draws on his travels as a young man to create the rich, saturated watercolors in his exhibit Natural World: Transparent Watercolors through Dec. 8 in the Taubman Center north lobby, Floor 1. The detail in his works, including “Military Macaws,” top, and…
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November 24, 2008
U-M psychologist James S. Jackson has been named to The MacArthur Research Network on an Aging Society, a new inter-disciplinary research network created by The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. The new network, supported by a three-year, $3.9 million MacArthur grant, is designed to help America prepare for the challenges and opportunities posed…
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November 24, 2008
Jerry Blackstone, director of choirs at the School of Music, Theatre & Dance, will lead the University Musical Society Choral Union and Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra presentation of Handel’s “Messiah” Dec. 6 and 7 at Hill Auditorium. The ensembles will feature soloists Mary Wilson, soprano; Claudia Huckle, mezzo-soprano; John Tessier, tenor; Joshua Hopkins, bass; and…
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November 24, 2008
Ralph Williams, Arthur F. Thurnau Professor of English, has been selected as the 2008 Carnegie Foundation for Advancement of Teaching Michigan Professor of the Year. Ralph Williams, Arthur F. Thurnau Professor of English, says he wants students to relate literature to life. (Photo by Scott Soderberg, U-M Photo Services) One of U-M’s most popular instructors,…
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November 24, 2008
The Dance and Related Arts Performances are a collaberation among dance, music and performance majors. They are at 8 p.m. Dec. 4 and 5 in Studio A of the Dance Building, Betty Pease Studio Theatre, 1310 N. University Court, sponsored by the School of Music, Theatre and Dance. Illustration by Rob Migrin and Brian Lenz.
