Staff Spotlight
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February 6, 2017
Library staff member creates narrative with card game
Some people take up golf as a hobby. Robert Havey, who also enjoys time on the links, competitively plays Magic The Gathering. Havey has been playing the competitive card game for 20 years after learning from a neighbor. From then on he was hooked.
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January 30, 2017
Multimedia designer coaches high-intensity fitness program
After a long day of work, what is better than coming home to relax and unwind? For Julie DuChateau, it’s hitting the gym for a couple dozen pull-ups and a 200-pound-plus deadlift.
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January 16, 2017
UMMA technician preserves art for future generations
The deterioration and resulting need for preservation of art motivates and inspires Kate Holoka. A fascination with Japanese printmaking has led Holoka to create a home studio with a printing press of her own.
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January 9, 2017
The Second City alumnus talks comedy and IM sports
What do you get when you cross stuffed unicorns and recreational athletes? You get Andy Boehnlein, The Second City alumnus and coordinator of intramural sports at U-M.
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December 12, 2016
Graphic designer shares love of classic motorcycles
Motorcycle enthusiast Julian Weisensel works as the graphic designer for Wolverine Wellness within University Health Service.
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November 14, 2016
Research coordinator enjoys time on the baseball field
Any American can relate to the thrill of attending a professional baseball game. However, as a member of the Detroit Tigers’ Energy Squad, Katie Wopinsky can relate more than most.
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August 15, 2016
UMHS registered nurse finds treasure in the ashes of Fort McMurray
Kevin Leeser took time off from his job as a registered nurse at the University of Michigan Health System to lead volunteers raking through ashes in burned-out basements in Fort McMurray, Alberta.
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June 6, 2016
Heavy equipment mechanic keeps U-M running smoothly
When the University of Michigan’s biggest machines break down, Heavy Equipment Mechanic Bob Winkler is there to fix them.
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May 2, 2016
LSI contract and grant specialist leads mindful lifestyle
From his “gentleman’s farm” to his electric car, Todd Brown strives to live a mindful existence. Eight miles outside of Ann Arbor, the contract and grant specialist at the Life Sciences Institute, resides in a quaint house, seated on 10 acres of farmland.
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April 11, 2016
PitE program adviser guides students, dances with them
A whirlwind of inspirational energy by day and a tango dancer in the eve, Kimberly Smith is always on the move, helping students find their path and preparing them for graduation. “The biggest question I get is, ‘What can I do with my major?’” says Smith, program adviser for LSA Program in the Environment.
