Staff Spotlight
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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.
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March 28, 2016
Screen reader specialist enables blind to succeed at U-M
Screen Reader Specialist Brandon Werner utilizes his technology expertise and personal knowledge to enable blind individuals at the University of Michigan for success in day-to-day life and academic settings.
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March 14, 2016
Graphic designer makes, sells herb-based soaps
Sue Schreck lives in an old schoolhouse, built circa 1854. Outside, a variety of herbs and flowers are organically grown in a garden, then harvested and hung up to dry. Inspired by her sensitive skin, Schreck decided to make olive oil-based soap for herself in 2005. The process quickly grew into a business.
