LSA
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February 20, 2020
Regents approve five 2020 Arthur F. Thurnau Professors
Miranda D. Brown, Angela Violi, Gyorgyi Csankovszki, John Montgomery and Susan Scott Parrish have been named Arthur F. Thurnau Professors in recognition of their outstanding contributions.
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February 12, 2020
Two faculty members awarded Sloan fellowships
U-M researchers Jenna Wiens and Alex Wright have been awarded 2020 Sloan Research Fellowships, which honor scholars whose achievements place them among the most promising early career researchers.
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February 3, 2020
Obituary: Samuel David Epstein
Samuel David Epstein, the Marilyn J. Shatz Collegiate Professor of Linguistics and Cognitive Science, died at home Nov. 29.
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January 29, 2020
LSA launches Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences program
A new LSA program called Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences will offer students ways to learn and expand their knowledge of quantitative methods for use with big data as part of their social sciences training.
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January 28, 2020
Grant to help U-M develop secure, high-capacity research network
A $1 million grant will help launch NetBASILISK, a collaborative effort that will enhance the university’s network security and assist the needs of its research community.
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January 27, 2020
New LSA Building open to serve and support students
The new LSA Building is up and running and open for LSA students to make the most of their new home on campus. The building opened in January, and includes a range of resources.
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January 20, 2020
New center to focus on ethical, equitable computing practices
U-M leaders at the forefront of research on the opportunities and pitfalls surrounding society’s expansive use of technology are part of the new Center for Ethics, Society, and Computing.
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January 20, 2020
Distinguished University Professors to present lectures Jan. 28
Three faculty members who have received one of U-M’s highest honors will discuss their work and answer audience questions during the upcoming Distinguished University Professorship Event.
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January 20, 2020
LSA dives into Great Lakes issues with current theme semester
The Great Lakes Theme Semester, underway now and presented by LSA, focuses on the social, political and environmental history of the lakes, as well as the unique challenges facing the region.
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January 16, 2020
U-M scientists teach biodiversity using Museum of Zoology specimens
The teaching unit was developed to allow biology students access to specimens in U-M’s Museum of Zoology. It could reach students around the country as module details can be found in CourseSource.
