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  1. May 21, 1996

    Center for Ultrafast Optical Science opens on North Campus

    The University Record, May 21, 1996 Center for Ultrafast Optical Science opens on North Campus Associate Research Scientist John F. Whitaker is one of five U-M researchers directing research programs in the newly renovated lab at the Center for Ultrafast Optical Science. Photo by Bob Kalmbach By Sally Pobojewski News and Information Services University scientists,…
  2. May 21, 1996

    In Brief

    The University Record, May 21, 1996 In Brief… Fleming will sign copies of his new book Former President Robben Fleming will sign copies of his new book Tempests into Rainbows at 7:30 p.m. June 10 in Border’s Books in Ann Arbor. The book explores the turbulent years on campus during the Vietnam War. U.S. Mail…
  3. May 21, 1996

    Third report on women at the U-M finds areas of ‘modest progress,’ cites lack of women in tenure ranks

    The University Record, May 21, 1996 Third report on women at the U-M finds areas of ‘modest progress,’ cites lack of women in tenure ranks By Deborah Gilbert News and Information Services The third report on Women at the University of Michigan, which tracks the status and progress of women on the Ann Arbor campus,…
  4. May 21, 1996

    I Tawt I Taw a Graduate

    The University Record, May 21, 1996 I Tawt I Taw a Graduate Nearly 5,000 undergraduate students at the U-M received degrees May 4 at commencement ceremonies in Michigan Stadium. Parents, guests and one large, yellow canary enjoyed the ceremonies. Photo by Bob Kalmbach
  5. May 21, 1996

    Terminated staff members may continue benefits through COBRA

    The University Record, May 21, 1996 Terminated staff members may continue benefits through COBRA From the Benefits Office Faculty and staff members who lose their eligibility for benefits because of the termination of their employment are eligible for COBRA continuation for themselves and their covered dependents if they apply within 60 days of their termination.…
  6. May 21, 1996

    UMTRI keeps on truckin’

    The University Record, May 21, 1996 UMTRI keeps on truckin’ Analyzing the effect of heavy truck loads on roads and bridges is an important part of the ongoing work at the Great Lakes Center for Truck and Transit Research at the U-M Transportation Research Institute. Established in 1988, the Center is funded by a $1…
  7. May 21, 1996

    Staff with RIF status may arrange for continuing benefits with U-M

    The University Record, May 21, 1996 Staff with RIF status may arrange for continuing benefits with U-M From the Benefits Office Faculty and staff members who are laid off or placed on Reduction In Force (RIF) status should notify the Benefits Office immediately to make arrangements for continuing benefits for themselves and their dependents. Call…
  8. May 21, 1996

    Allen-Meares: U must address climate for women, students of color

    The University Record, May 21, 1996 Allen-Meares: U must address climate for women, students of color Social Work Dean Paula Allen-Meares addressed an audience gathered to celebrate 15 years of the Women of Color Task Force on May 7. Photos by Bob Kalmbach By Rebecca A. Doyle The University of Michigan has made great strides,…
  9. May 21, 1996

    Research grants on women’s health awarded

    The University Record, May 21, 1996 Research grants on women’s health awarded By Deborah Gilbert News and Information Services The Michigan Initiative for Women’s Health and the Office of the Vice President for Research have awarded research grants to four research teams focused on aspects of women’s health. The grants are for up to $4,000.…
  10. May 21, 1996

    Fulbright Grant applications available

    The University Record, May 21, 1996 Fulbright Grant applications available Applications are now available for 1997–98 Fulbright Grants for graduate study abroad in academic fields and for professional training in the creative and performing arts. The deadline is Sept. 25. The J. William Fulbright Grants were established “to increase mutual under standing between the people…