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Sept. 4, 2007 Volume 55, No. 03
EMU to unveil first brand tagline FL·atu rl'd Eastern Michigan University's first Brand Launch is scheduled .\rticlei., Wednesday, Sept. 5, 1-2 p.m., in Grand Ballroom A, Student Center. At that time, the University's brand campaign and tag line will be unveiled. Th external launch of the brand campaign takes place Friday, Sept. 7. Look for FOCUS EMU's :JEMU to unveil first brand coverage of the event later this week. tagline (coming soon) r.:iNew General Education M�ore on tbis__story ... program launches this fall �EMU receives designation as "Best -· Midwestern College" FOCUILWD from The Princeton Review for fifth consecutive year i:l"Diverse" magazine recognizes EMU for strides in African American students receiving degrees c:EMU's General Education Program receives national attention :JHonors College increases visibility with new location, updated Web site :Jloppnow appointed EMU's executive vice president; move heads administrative appointments :JTwenty-six new faculty start this fall �New vice president for enrollment management heads 27 new staff appointments c:EMU's College of Business partners with Chinese Association of Detroit :JEMU assembles 16-point plan to improve campus safety :JFurniture, technology added to improve classrooms; McKenny Hall reopens \JStudent Government leaders have heavy agenda for fall �ampus Life plans more Student Center events this year IJDigital print art exhibition kicks off fall schedule for University, Ford galleries 11Fall music lineup includes 36 events 11"Diamonds in the D" returns to EMU Theatre 12Be in the know with University Communications ilWhen's the next FOCUS EMU? IJPhoto: Family takes moving break, enjoys picnic iJPhoto: Students move in for fall semester �hoto: EMU Resource Fair offers many campus services 1JPhoto: Commuter Central staff ready to help aPhoto: Sumera Children's Literature Alcove opens in Halle Library 11By the numbers 1J8riefs 11Jobsline mWhy I work at Eastern Michigan University EASTERN MICHIGAN lJN IVERSITY EMU HOME
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Eastern Michigan University's first Brand Launch is - scheduled Wednesday, Sept. 5, 1-2 p.m., in Sept. 4, 2007 issue Grand Ballroom A, Student Center. At that time, EMU to unveil first brand the University's brand campaign and tagline will tag line be unveiled. Th external launch of the brand campaign takes place Friday, Sept. 7. Look for FOCUS EMU's coverage of the event later this week. By Ron Podell EASTERN MICHIGAN UN IVERSITY EMU HOME
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After years of preparation, Eastern Michigan University's new General Education program launches this fall. Sept. 4, 2007 issue New general education program The new program, dubbed "Education for Participation in the Global launches this fall Community," is designed to prepare students to function effectively in a global world and economy.
By Ron Podell This summer, EMU faculty participated in a number of General Education program workshops, designed to help them prepare to teach General Education courses they either created or modified.
"All (general GENERALLY SPEAKING: Chris Foreman, director of education) Eastern Michigan University's General Education courses have program, leads a recent workshop for faculty who had to be have created a new Gen Ed course or altered an reworked or existing course to meet the new Gen Ed outcomes. new courses The new General Education program launches this that meet the fall. outcomes," said Chris Foreman, director of EMU's General Education Program. "About 10 percent are brand new courses. But, all are new in a way because they've had to be reworked to demonstrate the outcomes."
The new curriculum is outcome-based and focuses on five areas. Under the new program, the largest number of credits - 25 - must cover knowledge of the following disciplines: natural sciences, social sciences, arts and humanities. Other credits are required to demonstrate effective communication (6), perspectives on a diverse world (6) and quantitative reasoning (3). The new program requires students to take 40 hours of credits rather than the previous 50 credits required. Some of the new courses for this fall include: "Perspectives on a Diverse World," created by Barry Pyle, an associate professor of political science;" Harry Potter: Literary Allusion, Children's Theater and Popular Culture," created by Annette Wannamaker, assistant professor, English language and literature; and coordinator of the Children's Literature Program; and "Around the World in 80 Years," created by Kristine Ajrouch, associate professor of sociology and director of the gerontology program; and Anita Clos, adjunct lecturer in the School of Social Work.
Students will be required to take foundation courses in writing, speech and quantitative reasoning within their first 45 hours. Having those basic skills early should translate to upper-level courses, where such skills become more prevalent.
In addition, students will, through two required courses, become better aware of global perspectives and issues relating to U.S. diversity. These courses must be competed within a student's first 60 credit hours.
An upper-level writing requirement in one's major, as well as options emphasizing "Learning Beyond the Classroom," provides general education throughout the college years.
"This gives us our first opportunity to assess our General Education program. Before, we had no way to measure outcomes," Foreman said. "General Education is no longer just a set of requirements. It's its own program."
The following is a Q & A presented to faculty at a recent General Education program workshop.
Q: What's the first question you should ask if a student asks you a question about their general education requirements?
A: Are you following the old (before fall 2007) or new {fall 2007 or later) General Education Program?
Q: A student takes Anthropology 135: Introduction to Cultural Anthropology. Have they satisfied both the Global Awareness and Social Sciences requirements?
A: No, courses may be cross-listed, but students may not use the same course to meet both requirements.
Q: True or false. A student has an ACT score of 22. You can advise them to take Math 118 since they will need that to complete their major.
A: False. Students with an ACT of 22 must take either Math 110 or Math 110E, or elect to take the QR Choice exam.
Q: A student transfers in with MACRAO {Michigan Agreement Between College Registrars and Admissions Officers). This means they have completed their General Education requirements.
A: False. They also must meet three additional requirements: Quantitative Reasoning, Perspectives on a Diverse World and Learning Beyond the Classroom.
Q: True or false. Students transfer in an equivalent to Literature 100. They really want to take Literature 137, the Harry Potter course. Since they need two humanities courses, the Literature 137 course would count toward their General Education requirements.
A: False. Two courses in Humanities with different prefixes are needed to meet the requirements.
Q: True or false. Writing Intensive courses are only required for those programs where the emphasis is on writing.
A: False. All students are required to complete a Writing Intensive course.
Q: An EMU student wants to take a course elsewhere after their initial enrollment at EMU. What should you advise?
A: Courses must be direct course-to-course equivalencies, so check the Online Equivalency Guide and/or contact the General Education Office.
Q: For purposes of General Education advising, what's the difference between "Univ 101L" and "Univ 101"?
A: Only those sections of courses with "L" designations can count toward the Learning Beyond the Classroom {LBC) requirement. The same goes for "W" designations for Writing Intensive courses.
Q: How do you respond to a student when they ask you, "Why do I have to take this (general education) course?"
A: General Education is the core of an undergraduate education. It is general in that it provides students with a comprehensive educational experience and prepares them for study within their majors. General Education teaches students to think critically and to communicate effectively; it provides an introduction to the methodologies and practices of the foundational academic disciplines; and it promotes intellectual curiosity and love of learning. EASTERN MICHIGAN lJN IVERSITY EMU HOME
The students of Eastern Michigan University have spoken and, for the fifth straight year, EMU was recognized as a "Best Midwestern College" by The Princeton Review. The results of the student-driven survey can be found at Sept 4, 2007 issue www.princetonreview.com/college/research/regional. EMU receives designation as "Best "This kind of designation is extremely important because it comes from the Midwestern College" students. They are the reason we are all here," said Don Loppnow, from The Princeton executive vice president of Eastern Michigan University. "It's good to hear Review for fifth them say so many positive things and it lets us know how we can consecutive year improve."
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"Life on campus is as fast-paced or laid back as you want it to be," wrote one student at EMU. Additionally, "the EMU Convocation Center often hosts many concerts, comedians and other types of entertainment, and students get a hefty discount on ticket prices." The EMU campus 1s "very small and easy to get around." Students "can walk from end to end in about 10 minutes." EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
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For the fourth consecutive year, "Diverse Issues in Higher Education" magazine has recognized Eastern Michigan University for its growing number of African-American students who earn undergraduate degrees. Sept. 4, 2007 issue "Diverse" magazine recognizes EMU for EMU improved to 67th (out of more than 300 colleges and universities) for strides in African the number of baccalaureate degrees bestowed upon African-American American students students. EMU ranked 74th in the previous year. Eastern Michigan awarded receiving degrees 420 (264 women, 156 men) bachelor's degrees to African-American students in 2006. The statistics appeared in the June 1 issues of Diverse magazine. By Ward Mullens Approximately 18 percent of EMU's 19,000 undergraduate students are African American, said Tom Green, vice president for enrollment management at EMU.
"EMU is proud of its long track record of enrolling and MAKING THE GRADE: Freshmen Antonetta Hall, of graduating Pontiac, and Chirlaya Cadwell, of Detroit, study underrepresentt;Wgether on campus last year. Eastern Michigan students. University was recently recognized by Diverse Students of Magazine for its growing number of African-American all students who earn bachelor's degrees. Eastern backgrounds ranked 67th out of more than 300 schools for the are interested number of baccalaureate degrees bestowed upon in a quality African-American students. education and we provide that," Green said. "We also provide a welcoming and supportive environment for students, including small classes with faculty who mentor students, as well as teach them."
"Diversity is our strength and we are very pleased to be recognized for our efforts in achieving and maintaining the highest standards for student access and attainment," Green said.
"I am pleased that "Diverse Issues" continues to recognize our efforts to attract underrepresented students," said Sharon Abraham, director of diversity at EMU. "We support these efforts with things such as enhancements to the general education curriculum, in which diversity is a course requirement."
The analysis was compiled by the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics' Integrated Postsecondary Education Data Set (IPEDS). The analysis reflects degrees awarded during the 2005-06 academic year.
EMU also ranked in a number of subcategories, including:
• Ranked first among the 12 Mid-American Conference schools.
• the number of African-American students receiving baccalaureate degrees in education (13th);
• the number of African Americans receiving baccalaureate degrees in area, ethnic, culture and gender studies (42nd);
• the number of African Americans receiving master's degrees (86th).
"Diverse," formerly "Black Issues in Higher Education," was founded in 1984 and is considered America's premiere news source for information relative to African-American educational issues. To see a list of the rankings, go to www.diverseeducation.com EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
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Eastern Michigan University's General Education Program has been selected as a recipient of the 2007 Association for General and Liberal Studies Awards (AGSL) for improving general education. Sept. 4, 2007 issue EMU's General "We are proud to be recognized by an organization with such a Education Program commitment to quality general education," said Chris Foreman, director of receives national the General Education Program at EMU. attention Foreman said that EMU submitted its nomination in the By Ward Mullens category of "commitment to common student learning objectives."
"It was about why we decided to design a new program and how we did it," said Foreman. "We were challenged to rethink what general education should be for our students. The General Education Reform Committee was formed and charged with examining the current program and developing new curriculum more in line with current thinking." Foreman
According to Foreman, that meant getting away from the traditional model of a set list of courses and requirements, and focusing on an integrated approach that focused on outcomes.
"The new program provides the opportunity to choose courses in different areas and examine the outcomes for students," Foreman said. "A students who takes a literature and philosophy course will have a different experience, but the learning outcomes will be similar."
Foreman said the AGLS is interested in schools that are AQIP members because of the continuous improvement element.
"As knowledge changes, we can change," Foreman said of the new General Education Program.
"The awards committee unanimously agreed that the EMU program review process will serve as an excellent model for other institutions," said Michael E. Gress, president of AGLS.
Established in 1961, AGLS is a national forum for inquiry concerning the improvement of undergraduate education. EASTERN M ICH IGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
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The Honors College became Eastern Michigan University's sixth official college more than a year ago. However, when it comes to visibility on campus, the selective program hasn't exactly commanded a place of Sept. 4, 2007 issue honor. Honors College increases visibility with new location, Instead of being showcased in a prominent and easy-to-find location, the updated Web site program was tucked away in Wise Hall, a residence hall on an unmarked street at the edge of campus. Its office suite, situated on a first floor that's atop a flight of stairs, was a converted student lounge. By Amy E. Whitesall "It was always fun to try to give directions," said Jim -... Knapp, _� _ director of - UQ the Honors -�· ...... -...... College. _,,.- -·--· " ... You ...... ,... ,,...� -I.II ...... ___...... _____llliln ...... _ -� Hotton ReMWl'tH make your IM-1t •--«-OM __.. __ IIA)', ...... way up the ��... *CJ� ,_.,...... _ ),boJ�&!'9�fllJl'IICDl..;.Md'I,...,...... n., ...... stairs and, MIMOflfllllllftt Oh4iot11- ...... �..;,e��Oo,-�.� _.. -.-0-. ..-..:--... -� when you "°"°""�,...... �"""�.. � come out ------· U,,IW..ity.. _l'C•• into the E llolwf\lrrMMkll
"In (becoming) a college, we were really interested in raising the profile of academics," Knapp said. "This will help us get the word out." The physical move puts the Honors College in a much more central location and associates it with a distinctive, historic building. Built in 1896 as a gathering place for students, Starkweather is the oldest building still standing on campus, and its history and authenticity complement the Honors College's image.
The college will move into the space previously occupied by Graduate Studies, which is moving to Boone Hall. Honors also has classroom space in Rackham and a satellite office in Downing Hall, the new Honors residence hall. The old offices in Wise will revert to residence hall space, Knapp said.
And just as moving to Starkweather will put the program's offices in the mainstream of campus, the new Web site is designed to make the college more attractive to visitors who might virtually wander by.
Knapp; Rhonda Delong, director of Web communications and new media; instructional technologist Suzanne Szopo (now Web creative manager) and writer Jim Manney worked together for months to refine the site, which is still being evaluated and improved. By putting four minds to work on the project, Delong said they ended up with not only a better result but also a promising model for collaborative projects in other parts of the University.
"With the Web site, one of the things we wanted to do is make it clear what honors is," Knapp said . "The honors program has been around over 20 years. As a college, it makes it a little clearer that it's an academic curriculum, not a grade point-triggered award. The Honors College has an academic set of requirements students have to complete, and the Web site is aimed at making that clear."
The new Web site meets the needs of visitors from both on and off campus. Students can find advisers, honors requirements and applications quickly. Honors senior theses will be published there and alumni can get a look at what's happening in the college. Meanwhile, prospective students and their parents can see what the college is all about without having to wade through information they don't need.
"The old Web site was hard to navigate, and it just wasn't aesthetically in tune with what we wanted," Knapp said. "We wanted it to be at the level of the students in the college and I feel like they now have a Web site they can be proud of." EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
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The shuffle in Eastern Michigan University's administrative ranks were many this summer.
Sept. 4, 2007 issue While a familiar face to many will serve as EMU's executive vice president Loppnow appointed until a national search takes place, there are a number of new persons at EMU's executive top levels. Enrollment management has a new vice president; Continuing vice president; Education has a new dean; and the physical plant has undergone an move heads overhaul at the top. administrative appointments Don Loppnow, provost and vice president for academic affairs, was appointed executive vice president by the Board of Regents Aug. 16. After the By Ron Podell Board announced the firing of former president John Fallon in July, Loppnow was appointed executive vice president, heading an executive committee comprised of Freman Hendrix, chief governmental relations officer; Janice Stroh, vice president for business and finance; and Joseph Pollack, director of Charter Schools. Loppnow Karen Simpkins, interim associate vice president of human resources since Feb. 1, 2006, was named acting vice president of Student Affairs March 5, 2007. She replaced Jim Vick, the former vice president for Student Affairs, who was placed on administrative leave in March. Vick was eventually forced to retire July 16. Simpkins also is still serving as the interim associate vice president of human resources.
Simpkins Simpkins received her Juris Doctorate from the University of Toledo; and her master's degree in educational psychology and her bachelor's degree in sociology, both from Eastern Michigan University.
While Simpkins is serving in the dual leadership role in Student Affairs and Human Resources, Craig Reidsma is serving as acting associate vice president in human resources. Reidsma has been with the University since 1986. He previously served as director of compensation, employment and human resources since July 1, 2002. Reidsma received his master's degree in healthcare administration from Central Michigan University and his bachelor's degree in human resources from Lawrence Institute of Technology. Reidsma
Tom Green was named vice president for enrollment management, effective June 1. Previously, Green was interim associate vice president for enrollment services and special consultant for California State University, Monterey Bay, from 2006-2007. Before that, he was associate vice president for enrollment services at Seton Hall University from 2000-2006. Green received his doctorate from Seton Hall; his master's degree from the American Conservatory of Music in Chicago, Ill. ; and his bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa.
Green replaces Bernice Lindke, who served as interim vice president for enrollment management during 2006-2007. Lindke returned to her position as associate vice president for enrollment management May 31.
Bob Heighes was named acting police chief of the Department of Public Safety, effective July 6. He replaced Cindy Hall, who was forced to retire in July. Heighes has worked for DPS since 1984, starting as a campus police officer. He was promoted to sergeant Feb. 16, 1997, and became lieutenant Feb. 14, 2005. Heighes received his bachelor's degree in public safety administration from Eastern Michigan University. Heigh es Like the top ranks, the physical plant underwent a major retooling.
John Donegan was appointed associate vice president, facilities, effective Aug. 1. He previously was director, facilities management and senior director, plant operations at the University of Toledo from 2000-2007. Donegan received his MBA from the University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio, and his bachelor's degree in engineering from Ohio State University. He replaces Tony Catner, who was terminated Jan. 26.
Chad Crocker was named director, facilities maintenance, effective Aug. 1. Previously, Crocker was Donegan assistant director of facilities at Texas Wesleyan University from 2006-2007, Crocker also had served as supervisor of the central plant at Texas Women's University in Denton, Texas, from 2004- 2006. Crocker received his MBA from the University of North Texas; his bachelor's degree in criminal justice administration from Park University in Parkville, Mo.; and his associate's degree in liberal arts from the University of North Dakota Lake Region at Grand Forks Air Force Base in Grand Forks, N.D. Crocker replaced Larry Ward, who retired March 31.
Dieter Otto, midnight zone manager for the physical plant from 2004- 2007, was promoted to director of custodial, motor pool and grounds services. He assumed his duties July 16. Before he was a zone manager, Otto was a custodial foreperson from 2002-2004. Otto received his bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary individual studies, business, technology, math and science from Eastern Michigan University. Otto replaces Melinda Ostrander, who was terminated Jan. 26.
Byron Bond was appointed dean of Continuing Education, effective July 16. Bond is responsible for EMU's off-campus and online programs, non-credit programs, the weekend University, Workforce Education, Prior Learning Assessment, Academic Programs Abroad and a variety of training corporate initiatives.
Bond previously was dean of continuing education and outreach at Eastern Kentucky University, executive Bond director of the Division of Lifelong Learning at Indiana State University and associate vice president of extended instructional services at Vincennes University. He currently serves on the University Continuing Education Association ((UCEA) Commission on Leadership and Management.
Bond replaces Mary Sue Marz, who returned to the faculty as a professor of nursing July 15. Marz had served as interim dean of Continuing Education (the position was formerly associate vice president for extended program) since Nov. 1, 2004.
Andrew Holmes was appointed director of instructional technology and information management of Continuing Education, effective July 2. Holmes had been the manager of course development of distance education since July 2002. Holmes received his master's degree in adult education from Pennsylvania State University and his bachelor's degree in education from Eastern Michigan University.
Jody Cebina was appointed director of enrollment management and online services for Continuing Education, effective July 2. Cebina had been the assistant director for distance education within Continuing Education since 2003. Cebina received his bachelor's degree in economics from Eastern Michigan University.
Clark Smith, news director for 89. 1 WEMU, was named program director for the station May 18. Smith, an EMU alumnus who has been with WEMU for 27 years, will remain as news director while overseeing all programming operations.
"In order for WEMU to move to the next level of service, WEMU needs the guidance of a program director," WEMU General Manager Art Timko. "We are fortunate to have Clark Smith, an outstanding radio professional, to oversee program content, format, staff and schedule."
"We've reached the point where we need to chart a course for the future and I'm very pleased to have a stronger role in making the changes needed to keep -.;:.:,__...__ Smith WEMU growing and thriving for years to come," Smith said. "We're embarking on our strongest effort yet to bring new listeners into the WEMU audience, and I think folks are really going to like what they hear as well as appreciate our greater visibility in the community."
Key administrative moves also tok place in three of the six colleges during the summer.
College of Arts and Sciences
Ross Nord, a professor of chemistry, was appointed interim department head of chemistry, effective July 1. Nord received his doctorate in physical chemistry from Iowa State University and his bachelor's degree in chemistry from the University of Minnesota. Nord replaces Maria Miletti, who returned to the faculty as a professor of chemistry July 1. Miletti had served as interim department head of chemistry since Aug, 24, 2005.
Claudia Petrescu, assistant professor of political science, was appointed interim department head of .f.'t political science, effective July 1. Pestrescu received her doctorate in public and international affairsfrom the University of Pittsburgh; her master's degree in social and public policy from Duquesne University; and ' another master's degree in economics from Babes Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. .,_, �-· Petrescu replaces Raymond Rosenfeld, who returned to the faculty as a professor of political science July 1. Petrescu Rosenfeld has served as interim department head of political science since Jan. 1, 2005, and had been department head since July 1, 2005.
Jo Ann Aebersold, professor of foreign languages and bilingual studies (FLABS), was appointed interim department head of FLABS, effective Aug. 1. Aebersold received her doctorate in linguistics and her master's degree in education TESL, both from the University of Michigan; and her bachelor's degree in Spanish language and literature from Ohio State University.
Aebersold replaces Elizabeth Morgan, who returned to the faculty as a professor of FLABS Aug. 1. Morgan had served as interim department head of FLABS from 2002-2004, and had been department head since Jan. 1, 2005.
Kate Mehuron, a professor of history and philosophy, was appointed department head of history and philosophy July 1. Mehuron received her doctorate and master's degree in philosophy, both from Vanderbilt University; and her bachelor's degree in humanities from the College of Sante Fe.
Carol Freedman-Doan, a professor of psychology, was Mehuron appointed interim department head of psychology, effective Aug. 1. She replaces John Knapp, who returned to the faculty as a psychology professor, effective Sept. 1. Knapp had served as interim department head of psychology from 2003-2005, and had been department head since July 1, 2005.
Carol Haddad returned to the faculty as a professor in the School of Technology Studies, effective Sept. 1. She had served as interim director of Women's Studies/gender programs since July 1, 2006.
College of Business
Laverne Higgins, chair of the department of industrial relations and human resource management at LeMoyne College in Syracuse, N.Y., since 2005, was appointed associate dean of the College of Business, effective Sept. 1.
Higgins had been at LeMoyne College since 1994. During her tenure there, she also had served as the interim dean of management and associate professor of industrial relations. Higgins received her doctorate in human resource management/organizational behavior from the University of Oregon; and her MBA and her bachelor's degree in child psychology, both from the University of Minnesota.
She replaces Denise Tanguay, who returns to the faculty as a professor of management in the COB, effective Sept. 1. Tanguay had served as associate dean of the COB since June 1, 2003.
Imtiaz Ahmad will serve as department head for computer information systems, effective Sept. 1. Ahmad has been a professor of computer information systems at EMU since 1985. He chaired the CIS Personnel Committee during 2006. He received his doctorate and master's degree, both in electrical engineering from the University of Ottawa; and his bachelor's degree from the University of Punjab, India.
"The department has been working to review its programs, had developed some recruiting strategies and has actively engaged in a reconstituted advisory Ahmad board," said David Mielke, dean of the College of Business. "I am confident that Imtiaz's leadership will help continue the positive direction that the department faculty have already established."
College of Technology
Morell Boone, interim dean of the College of Technology since May 1, 2006, was named permanent dean of the COT, effective July 20. Boone received his doctorate in instructional design, development and evaluation; and his master's degree in library and information studies, both from Syracuse University. He received his bachelor's degree in education from Kutztown State University in Kutztown, Pa. Lt. Col. David B. Beougher was appointed head of the ROTC program with the department of military science, effective June 2007.
LTC Beougher's military training includes the Air Defense Officer Basic Course, Transportation Officer Basic Qualification Course, Combined Logistics' Officer Advanced Course, Command and General Staff College, Air Assault School, and the 10th Mountain Division Rappelmaster School. He received his doctorate and master's degree in history, both from Penn State University; and his bachelor's degree in Modern European Studies and American History from Vanderbilt University.
Halle Library
Elaine Logan was appointed associate university librarian of Halle Library, effective Aug. 20. Logan most recently was therapeutic area and scientific information services lead since 2006 for Pfizer Global Research and Development, Ann Arbor Laboratories. Logan had worked at Pfizer since 1986, serving in a number of positions, including manager and senior manager, research library services; site head, information management; and information management global operations lead.
Logan received her master's degree in library and information science from the University of Michigan and her bachelor's degree from the College of Wooster in Wooster, Ohio. EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVl::RSITY EMU HOME
The Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents approved the appointments of 23 new tenure-track faculty at its regular meeting June 19. Sept. 4, 2007 issue Twenty-six new Of the 23 appointments, 14 are male and nine are female. These new faculty start this fall tenure-track faculty appointments were effective Aug. 29.
Since that Board approval, three more faculty appointments were made. By Ron Podell New tenure-track faculty and their departments are:
Elizabeth Ament-Pudloski, of Madison, Wisc., assistant professor, art. Prior to coming to EMU, Ament Pudloski worked as a visual arts education consultant for Teaching Connections in Madison, Wisc., from 2004- 2006. Before that, she was an art education consultant for the University of Wisconsin Continuing Education program. Ament-Pudloski received her doctorate in art education from Ohio State University; her master's degree in art of teaching elementary education from National Louis College; and her bachelor's degree in art and art history from Kent State University. Ament-Pudloski Stephen Blair, of Grand Rapids, assistant professor, mathematics. Blair most recently was an assistant professor of mathematics at Grand Valley State University from 2004-2007. Before that, he was an adjunct instructor, research assistant and teaching assistant at Portland State University from 1998-2004. Blair received his doctorate in mathematics from Portland State University; his master's degree in mathematics from the University of Michigan; and his bachelor's degree in mathematics from the University of Michigan-Flint.
Ronald Carlson, of Canton, assistant professor, mathematics. Carlson has been a visiting lecturer in Eastern Michigan University's Department of Mathematics since 2006. Carlson previously was a teacher at Canton High School from 1974-2006. He also has been an adjunct lecturer at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, University of Detroit/Mercy and the University of Michigan. Carlson received his master's degree in mathematics education and his bachelor's degrees in mathematics, both from the University of Michigan.
John Dunn, of Indiana, Pa., assistant professor, English language and literature. Dunn most recently was assistant to the director of composition placement teaching in the English department at Indiana University, Pennsylvania. From 2004-2006, he was a graduate teaching associate in the department of English at Indiana University-Pennsylvania. Previously, he was a writing program administrator and full-time faculty member at Emmanuel College from 1999-2003. Dunn received his master's degree in English/rhetoric from Carnegie Mellon University and his bachelor's degree in English from Indiana University-Bloomington.
Gavin Edwards, of Charleston, Ill., assistant professor, chemistry. Edwards most recently was a visiting assistant chemistry professor at Eastern Illinois University from 2006-2007. Prior to that, he was a postdoctoral researcher at Purdue University from 2003-2005. Edwards received his doctorate and bachelor's degrees in chemistry, both from the University of Leicester.
Christopher Herman, of Auburn Hills, assistant professor, School of Health Promotion and Human Edwards Performance. Herman has been a lecturer in the School of Health Promotion and Human Performance at EMU since 2005. During that same period, Herman was an instructor in the division of kinesiology, department of movement science, at the University of Michigan. He received his master's degree in kinesiology from Michigan State University and his bachelor's degree in sports medicine from Eastern Michigan University.
Sandra Jean Hines, of Manchester, Mich., assistant professor, School of Nursing. Prior to EMU, Hines was at the University of Michigan from 1996-2007. Before that, she was with Integrated Health Association from 1992- 1998. Hines received her doctorate in nursing, master's degree in parent-child nursing and bachelor's degree in physical education, all from the University of Michigan. Hines received another bachelor's degree, in nursing, from Eastern Michigan University.
III, Hines Ira Jacobs of Lansing, assistant professor, music and dance. Prior to EMU, Jacobs had been a teaching assistant at Michigan State University from 2004-2007. Jacobs also was director of choral activities at Winter Park High School in Winter Park, Fla., from 1993-2004. Jacobs received his master's degree in music from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and his bachelor's degree in music education from East Carolina University.
Melissa Jones, of Charlotte, N .C., assistant professor, English language and literature. Before coming to EMU, Jones taught history at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte during 2006 and taught literary courses at Indiana University from 1999-2005. Jones received her master's degree from Indiana University and her bachelor's degree in English and Women's Studies from Smith College in Northampton, Mass.
Kristen Judd, of Millbrook, N.Y., assistant professor, biology. Judd previously was a postdoctoral research associate at the Institute of Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook, N.Y., from 2004-2007. Prior to that, she was a graduate student instructor at the University of Michigan from 1996-2004 and a graduate research assistant there from 1997-2004. Judd received her doctorate in ecology and evolutionary biology, and her master's degree in biology, both from the University of Michigan; and her bachelor's degree in biology from Judd Dartmouth College.
John Knight, of the United Kingdom, assistant professor, history and philosophy. Most recently, Knight had been a graduate student teacher at Oxford University from 2003-2007. Knight received his master's degree in economic and social history from Oxford University, and his bachelor's degree in history from the University of London.
Mary Kubitskey, of Northville, assistant professor, physics and astronomy. Prior to coming to EMU, Kubitskey worked at the University of Michigan from 2001-2007. Kubitskey received her doctorate and bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan, and her master's degree from Eastern Michigan University.
Jacqueline LaRose, of Lansing, assistant professor, teacher education. LaRose previously was a teaching assistant at Michigan State University from 2002-2007. LaRo se Before that, she was a district staff developer at Guilderland Central School District from 1989-2002. LaRose received her master's degree in education from SUNY at Buffalo and her bachelor's degree in education from SUNY at Fredonia.
Angela Lukomski, of Canton, School of Nursing. Lukomski previously was a certified pediatric nurse practitioner at Botsford Pediatric Associates in Farmington from 2000-2007. She also has been a a guest lecturer at Washtenaw Community College since 2000. Lukomski received her master's degree in nursing/pediatric nurse practitioner program from Wayne State University and her bachelor's degree in nursing from the University of Michigan.
Michael McVey, of Tucson, Ariz., assistant professor, Lukomski teacher education. Prior to coming to EMU, McVey was director of technology for the College of Education at the University of Arizona from 2002-2007. At the University of Arizona since 1999, McVey also was a clinical assistant professor and clinical associate professor in the COE's Office of the Dean for initial teacher preparation. Before that, McVey was a special education teacher and chair of the special education program with the Sunnyside Unified School District from 1993-1999. McVey earned his doctorate in educational leadership from Northern Arizona University; his master's degree in teaching and teacher education from the University of Arizona; and two bachelor's degrees, in secondary English and special education, both from York University.
Sarah Memmott, of Ypsilanti, instructor, University Library. Memmott most recently was Web coordinator and education librarian at the University of Michigan Dearborn's Mardigian Library from 1998-2007. Previously, Memmott was a part-time reference librarian at Madonna University Library and Tanner Philosophy Library, both from 1996-1998. Memmott received her master's degree in library and information science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and her bachelor's degree in religion from Oberlin College. Memmott Richard Roberson, Jr., of West Lafayette, Ind., assistant professor, School of Technology Studies. Before coming to EMU, Roberson was a clinical professor in Purdue University's Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management from 2003-2007. Prior to that, he was a graduate teaching assistant in that department from 2002-2003. Roberson received his doctorate and master's degree in hospitality and tourism management, both from Purdue University; and his bachelor's degree in philosophy from Valdosta State University.
Thomas Schmitt, of Milwaukee, Wisc., assistant professor, psychology. Before joining EMU, Schmitt was a project assistant in various departments at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee from 2002-2007 as well as an adjunct instructor there from 2004-2007. Schmitt received his master's degree in educational psychology from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee and his bachelor's degree in education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Lynne Shetron-Rama, assistant professor, School of Health Sciences. Prior to coming to EMU, she was a postdoctorate research fellow in the University of Michigan's Department of Microbiology and Immunology from 2002-2007. Shetron-Rama received her doctorate in immunology and microbiology from Wayne State University and her bachelor's degree in medical technology and secondary science teaching from Michigan Technological University.
Nah-Mee Shin, assistant professor, School of Nursing. Shin received her doctorate in philosophy (nursing) from the University of Michigan; her master's degree in clinical nurse specialist program in adult health health nursing from the University of Virginia; and her bachelor's degree in nursing from Korea University in Seoul, Korea.
Shinming Shyu, of Ann Arbor, assistant professor, School of Engineering Technology. Shyu most recently was an engineering designer at the University of Michigan from 1994-2007. Previously, Shyu was a project architect at Gunna Birkerts & Associates from 1989-1993. Shyu received his doctorate in architecture and three master's degrees, one in architecture, from the University of Michigan. Shyu received his bachelor's degree from National Taiwan Normal University.
Robert Simmons III, of Eyota, Shyu Minn., assistant professor, teacher education. Prior to EMU, Simmons was an adjunct faculty/research assistant at Hamline University from 2006-2007. Previously, he was a behavior intervention teacher at Osseo Area Schools in Brooklyn Park, Minn., from 2005-2006 and an elementary school teacher/administrator with Rochester Public Schools from 2003-2005. Simmons received his doctorate in education from Hamline University; his master's degree �-�---� in science from Lawrence Technical University; and his Simmons bachelor's degree in elementary education from Western Michigan University.
Brooks Stevens, of Raleigh, N.C., assistant professor, art. Before coming to EMU, Stevens was a full-time visiting professor and part-time adjunct faculty in the department of art and design at North Carolina State University from 2005-2007 and a part-time adjunct faculty at Mount Olive College from 2002-2005. Stevens received her MFA in fiber/textile design from East Carolina University and her bachelor's degree in fibers from Savannah College of Art & Design.
James Sweet, of Livonia, instructor, School of Health Promotion and Human Performance. Previously, Sweet was a board eligible orthotist/resident prosthetist at Teter Orthotics & Prosthetics in Okemos/Ann Arbor from 2005-2007. Before that, Sweet was an athletic trainer/cast team leader at MedSport at the University of Michigan from 2002-2005. Sweet received his master's degree in exercise science/physiology and his bachelor's degree in science, both from Western Michigan University.
Stephen Wellinski, of Bloomington, Ill., assistant professor, teacher education. Most recently, Wellinski was an assistant professor of education at Illinois State University from 2002-2007. Previously, he was a graduate instructor in the School of Education at Purdue University from 1995-2002. Wellinski received his doctorate and master's degree in curriculum and instruction; and his bachelor's degree in secondary education and general communications, all from Purdue University. Wellinski Alena Treat, of Bloomington, Ind., assistant professor, teacher education. Prior to coming to EMU, Treat worked as an adjunct instructor and associate instructor at Indiana University from 2005-2007. Treat received her master's degree in gifted education from Arkansas Technical University and her bachelor's degree in elementary education from the University of Arkansas-Little Rock. EASTERN MICHIGAN UN IVERS JTY EMU HOME
The Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents approved the appointments of 27 staffat its regular meeting June 19.
Sept. 4, 2007 issue Of the 27 appointments, 14 (52 percent) are female and 13 ( 48 percent) New vice president are males. The group includes 20 Caucasians (74 percent), five African for enrollment Americans (19 percent) and two Hispanic (seven percent). management heads 27 new staff Those receiving appointments are: appointments Thomas Green, of Florham Park, N.J., vice president for enrollment management. Previously, Green was By Ron Podell interim associate vice president for enrollment services and special consultant for California State University, Monterey Bay, from 2006-2007. Before that, he was associate vice president for enrollment services at Seton Hall University from 2000-2006. Green received his doctorate from Seton Hall; his master's degree from the American Conservatory of Music in Chicago, Ill.; and his bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa.
Green David Bolyard, of Mount Pleasant, Mich., assistant coach, men's wrestling. Most recently, Bolyard was an assistant wrestling coach at Central Michigan University from 2005-2007. While wrestling for Central Michigan University, he was a four-time national qualifier and 2005 Mid-American Conference champion in the 165-pound weight class. Bolyard received his bachelor's degree in entrepreneurship from Central Michigan University.
Bolyard Timothy Bilbrey, of Medina, Ohio, assistant coach, strength and conditioning, intercollegiate athletics. Previously, Bilbrey was a strength and conditioning graduate assistant at Kent State University from 2005-2007. During 2005, he . - - ·ll,. was strength and conditioning coach for the Detroit . -_:: I Tigers. Bilbrey received his bachelor's degree in ,1;.· exercise physiology from Kent State University.
David Donnelly, of Winfield, Ill., assistant coach, men's basketball. Before coming to EMU, Donnelly was fj Bilbrey an assistant men's basketball coach at the University of Illinois at Chicago from 2002-2007. He also served on the men's basketball staff there from 1998-2002. Donnelly received his master's degree in sport management/physical education from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and his bachelor's degree in physical education from Northern Illinois University. Ann Marie Gilbert, of Lansing, Mich. , head coach, women's basketball. Previously, Gilbert was an assistant basketball coach/recruiting coordinator for Michigan State University from 2002-2007. Before that, she was head women's basketball coach at Oberlin College from 1994-2002 and associate athletic director there from 1997-2002. She also was an assistant men's basketball coach at Oberlin from 1993-1994. Gilbert received her bachelor's degree in sociology from Oberlin College.
Douglas Potter, of Birmingham, Mich., associate director of admissions for transfer services, admissions. Potter received his bachelor's degree in history from Alma College. Prior to coming to EMU, Potter was assistant director of admissions at Central Michigan University from 2006-2007. Before that, Potter was an admissions representative at Adrian College from 1998-2000.
Douglas Dowdy, of Dover, Del., associate athletic director, intercollegiate athletics-administration. Previously, Dowdy was associate director of athletics/facilities and event operations at Delaware State University from 2005-2007. During 2005, he was a consultant to collegiate athletics and was an assistant director of athletics/internal operations at Illinois State University from 2002-2004.
Li Zheng, of Ann Arbor, database analyst programmer, English language and literature. Before coming to EMU, Dowdy Zheng was an information resources associate at the University of Michigan Asia library from 2004-2007. He also was a computer lab assistant at Washtenaw Community College from 2003-2007 and a project leader for EMU's International Student Office World Hospitality Project from 2000-2007. Zheng received a master's degree in computer information science from Eastern Michigan University and a bachelor's degree in economy and trade from the Business School of Shanghai University in Shanghai, China.
Donald Keller, of Howell, Mich., coordinator of data management and communications, College of Technology-dean's office. Keller most recently was director of finance at Budco, Inc., in Highland Park, Mich., from 1998-2007. Before that, he was assistant manager, finance and venture development, at Delphi Energy & Engine Management Systems in Flint, Mich., from 1997-1998. Keller received his master's degree in business administration from Notre Dame University and his bachelor's degree in business administration '-----=------' from Walsh College. Keller Diane Reynolds, of Ann Arbor, dietetics clinical coordinator, School of Health Sciences. Most recently, Reynolds was an adjunct lecturer in EMU's School of Health Sciences from 2004-2007 and president/registered dietitian at Reynolds Nutrition. Inc., in Ann Arbor, from 1998-2007. Reynolds received her bachelor's degree in dietetics from Mercy College of Detroit.
Merianne Dembrow, of Royal Oak, Mich., business consultant, Small Business Development Center. Dembrow previously was a consultant with her own business, Meri Dembrow, LLC, in Royal Oak from 1999-2007. Before that, she was a senior financial analyst at Domino's Pizza International, Inc., from 1997-1999. Dembrow received her MBA in finance from the University of Michigan and her bachelor's degree in mathematics from Purdue University.
Stanley Goff, of Detroit, business consultant, Small Business Development Center. Goff most recently was an associate at The Corporate Finance Group in Detroit from 2000-2007. Before that, he was a financial analyst for Pilot Industries, Inc., in Ann Arbor from 1995-2000. Goff received his master's degree in finance from Walsh College and his bachelor's degree in accounting from Wayne State University.
Scott Teasdale, of Wayne, Mich., administrative associate I, Institute for the Study of Children and Families. Before coming to EMU, Teasdale was the boys' freshman soccer head coach at Divine Child High School from 2005-2007. He also worked at Lifetime Fitness from 2004-2007, serving as a night operations supervisor and a media specialist. Teasdale received his bachelor's degree in management from Western Michigan University.
Gayatri Mohan-Iyengar, of Ann Arbor, accountant II, grant accounting. Previously, Mohan-Iyengar was an accounts assistant IV at the University of Michigan's Artificial Intelligence Center and Laboratory from 2002-2007. Before that, she was an Internet consultant for Merit Network at the University of Michigan from 2001-2002. Mohan-Iyengar received both her master's and bachelor's degrees in business administration from Madurai Kamaraj University in India.
Others receiving appointments are:
Corey Whitney, of Jackson, Mich., foregrounds person, custodial services.
Shana Thompson, of Redford, Mich., officer, campus police, public safety/parking.
Jami Krause, of Westland, Mich., secretary II, special education.
Nancy Romano, of Canton, Mich., secretary II, fine arts.
Luann Gibbs, of Belleville, Mich., customer service representative II, registrar's office.
Erica Ginyard, of Ann Arbor, senior secretary, collaborative school improvement program.
Lorraine Hallinen, of Canton, Mich., senior secretary, Access Services.
Catherine Hassett, of Westland, Mich., customer service representative II, Regional Center Detroit-Continuing Education.
Cynthia Yarbrough, of Detroit, customer service representative II, Regional Center Detroit-Continuing Education.
Tashia Miller, of Southfield, Mich., customer service representative, student accounting. Mark Sercu, of Ann Arbor, custodian, custodial services.
Jay Sofen, of Canton, Mich., laundry operator, equipment maintenance intercollegiate athletics.
Scott Hartman, of Ypsilanti, assistant unit manager, dining services. EASTE RN MICHI GA UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
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The Eastern Michigan University College of Business has signed a far reaching agreement with the Chinese Association of Greater Detroit (CAGD) to assist students from China to enroll at EMU. Sept. 4, 2007 issue EMU's College of Business partners "As a leading Chinese-American association, we would like to be a bridge with Chinese to bring talented Chinese students to EMU, particularly to the College of Association of Business, as business graduates will play an important role in China's Detroit economy," said Walter Zhou, president and chair of the board for CAGD.
"The addition By Pamela Young of international students to our colleges and universities will not only bring revenue to Michigan immediately, but also boost our economy in the future, as they introduce business and investment opportunities from their CULTURAL BRIDGE: (above, from left} David Mielke, countries," dean of Eastern Michigan University's College of Zhou said. Business, shakes hands with Walter Zhou, president and board chair for the Chinese Association of David Mielke, Greater Detroit. Under a far-reaching agreement dean of the between the two entities, the association will assist College of Chinese students to enroll at EMU. Business, said the new partnership is importantfor more than just increasing enrollment.
"We share the vision of the association that bringing students here has the potential to promote economic development and business partnerships for southeastern Michigan," said Mielke. "The students who earn business degrees at EMU will be future managers in China. They will be familiar with our area and, when considering business opportunities in the U.S., will naturally look to our region."
The Chinese Association of Greater Detroit is the largest Chinese-American association in metro Detroit, with more than 2,200 members. Forty percent of their members have doctoral degrees and nearly 90 percent have graduate degrees.
In addition to their charity and volunteer services to the community for more than 14 years, the association has established the Institutional Higher Education Exchange Center, a not-for-profit organization to assist Chinese students.
"This is one of the most significant agreements for the College of Business that has been signed," said Mielke. "Having a partnership with a regional association that has links in many areas of China opens doors for us on a very broad scale. CAGD members are very successful and will serve as role models for future students from China because of their accomplishments."
The first students are expected to enroll at EMU as early as January 2008. EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
As part of its compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act, Eastern Michigan University has put together a 16-point safety and security plan for campus. The plan was updated Aug. 16. Sept. 4, 2007 issue EMU has 16-point Components of the plan, which administrator is spearheading a particular plan to improve component and a targeted completion date are as follows : campus safety • Assign the oversight responsibility for Department of Public Safety (DPS) to the vice president for business and finance. From staff reports This reporting relationship is more closely aligned with best practices in higher education today.
Assigned to: President
Took place Aug. 16, 2007
Status: Completed
Conduct externally-led training for all DPS personnel, all DPS oversight personnel and the general campus community focused on the Clery Act and its full and complete implementation -.._.;iand compliance.
Assigned to: Vice President for �------� Business and Finance Janice ROLLING REASSURANCE: SEEUS Stroh vehicles and walking escorts are familiar sights on campus. SEEUS Status: In process is designed to enhance safety and peace of mind for students after dark. Target completion date: 8/31/07
• Complete a full, formal and systematic safety and security audit of the University's main campus.
Assigned to: Janice Stroh
Status: In process
Target completion date: 10/31/07
• Provide bi-weekly campus incident report summaries to faculty, staff and students.
Assigned to: Associate Vice President for Marketing & Communications Ted Coutilish
Status: Completed (communications initiated) and ongoing
• Establish a formal Crisis Communications Policy, plan and team based upon best practices in higher education.
Assigned to: Janice Stroh
Status: In process
Target completion date: 9/30/07
• Accelerate the review, revision and dissemination of the University's Emergency Response Plan by the Emergency Response Team.
Assigned to: Janice Stroh
Status : In process
Target completion date: 8/31/07
• Conduct campus safety and security forums each semester for the purposes of providing avenues of expression for students, faculty, staff and others, and exploring new approaches to campus safety.
Assigned to: Janice Stroh
Status: In process
Target completion date: 10/31/07
• Establish a formal personnel training capacity within the University's Office of CRAWL TO SAFETY: Eastern Michigan Human Resources to University resident advisers simulate address the full range fire training in the residence halls of institutional last week. Smoke was simulated compliance needs and using vegetable oil. responsibilities.
Assigned to: Interim Vice President for Student Affairs Karen Simpkins
Status : In process
Target completion date: 9/30/07
• Take planned actions to improve the University's communications and media relations systems.
Assigned to: President
Status: In process
Target completion date: 9/1/07
• Designate a single individual to provide administrative accountability, communication and oversight for the implementation of the recommendations in the Butzel Long and U.S. Department of Education reports.
Assigned to: President
Status : Completed
Target completion date: 7/31/07
• Establish a broadly representative campus committee charged with responsibility to review the Butzel Long and U.S. Department of Education reports and recommendations; develop an implementation plan and timetable; consider related best practices in higher education; and report regularly to the Board of Regents, president and campus community.
Assigned to: President
Status: Completed and ongoing
• Initiate a thorough review of the University's administrative policies and procedures, identify any areas of weakness and consider best practices in higher education in creating stronger policies and procedures.
Assigned to: General Counsel Ken McKanders
Status: In process
Target completion date : 7/31/07 and ongoing
• Conduct a rigorous review of the University's at-will employment policy and related procedures. Assigned to : Karen Simpkins
Status: In process
Target completion date: 10/15/07.
• Initiate efforts to address the University's culture toward valuing and enabling honesty, transparency, civility, collaboration and trust.
Assigned to : President
Status: In process
• Redirect the reportage of the campus Safety Awareness Committee from the vice president for Student Affairs to the president, and refine its purpose, specific charge and expectations.
Assigned to : Karen Simpkins
Status: Completed (revamping of committee) and ongoing
• Engage the Ypsilanti Police Department and Washtenaw County Sheriff's Department in collaborative efforts to improve safety and security on and adjacent to the main campus.
Assigned to : Janice Stroh
Status: In process
Target completion date: 9/15/07 EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
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Summer may be the time of year school slows down for many of Eastern Michigan University students. But, it also is an ideal time for the physical Sept. 4, 2007 issue plant to make necessary maintenance improvements and complete Furniture, construction projects on campus in preparation for another school year. technology added to improve classrooms; This summer was a busy one and included: furniture and technology McKenny Hall upgrades to campus classrooms; the re-opening of McKenny Hall; reopens replacement of elevators in two dormitories; and various maintenance was performed to several classroom and general campus buildings. By Ron Podell Projectors, video projector screens, speakers and interface plates - which allows faculty and lecturers to interface with their laptop - have been installed in more than 90 classrooms in a dozen buildings as part of a $900,000 SMART classroom technology project. Buildings that will receive the equipment are Alexander, Briggs, Ford, Mark Jefferson, Pray Harrold, Quirk, Rackham, Roosevelt, Sherzer, Sill, Strong and the sculptor studio near shipping and receiving.
"We anticipate having 91 out of 123 classrooms completed for the start of the semester, with work continuing during September," said Scott Storrar, manager, facilities planning and construction.
In addition, new furniture was added WIRING SHERZER: Dave to classrooms in Alexander, Ford, Komorous (standing) and Paul Mark Jefferson, Roosevelt, Quirk, Wallace install projector wiring Strong, Warner and Owen (College of in a Sherzer Hall classroom Aug. Business) this summer as part of an 31. The classroom is one of ongoing $700,000 classroom upgrade more than 90 that will receive project that commenced in 2006. projectors, video projector New furnishings include tablet mobile screens, speakers and interface armchairs, chairs, tables and plates. The work is part of a carts. $900,000 SMART classroom technology project taking place I think the new technology and new on campus. Photo by Babsey Rambold furnishings in the classrooms will help support the academic mission," Storrar said.
Some improvements to aid classroom learning were of the low-tech variety. For example, the distilled water system, located in the penthouse of Mark Jefferson, was replaced at a cost of $49,700. The system is essentially a cylinder with condenser controls that produces 50 gallons of distilled water per hour. The distilled water is used on a daily basis in biology and chemistry labs and classrooms.
In another instance, a new induction furnace was installed in Sill Hall. Students use the furnace to melt cast iron and other high melting-point alloys, Storrar said.
Comfort controls also were upgraded in Mark Jefferson, Pray-Harrold and other classroom buildings. A chiller and control upgrade took place in Pray Harrold; two air handlers were replaced in Quirk Hall; and a 100-ton, air conditioning compressor was replaced in Rackham Hall.
"These moves should improve occupancy comfort and indoor air quality," Storrar said.
McKenny Hall Reopens
Phase I of the reopening of McKenny Hall took place in August as Career Services and Human Resources made moves to new offices. Career Services occupies renovated space formerly used by the old bookstore and HR sits in space previously used by Campus Life and the Eagle Card Office.
Career Services opened its doors Aug. 14 and HR was doing business there as of Aug. 21.
The $4.7 million renovation, which commenced in November 2006, includes more than just new CAREER ORIENTED: Career Services Acting Director offices for Sarah Kersey Otto (above, center) provides Career information about careers to incoming freshmen Services and Caroline Horste and Jeffery Bray, both of Waterford. HR. All new Bonnie Wethington, a customer assistant, handles energy incoming calls. efficient lighting was installed in common areas; refurbishment and cleaning of some HVAC units took place; and renovated areas received new finishes, said Sean Braden, coordinator of construction projects and project manager overseeing the McKenny Hall renovation.
Structurally, a number of improvements were made to the outside of the building. This work included repair to an outside sanitary main line; full replacement of the flat roofing; flashing work on the pitched roof was done to prevent water infiltration; and outside masonry work was done around the dormers and the mortar joints were tuck-pointed to make the structure sound, he said.
Key changes
Re-keying of AAUP faculty offices in Pray-Harrold and Mark Jefferson has been ongoing since July. That project will be finished by the start of the fall semester, Storrar said.
Approximately 512 key cylinders will be replaced at a cost of $100,000, said John Lamb, carpenter, lock shop and paint foreman.
In addition, Storrar said exterior doors to all campus buildings were re keyed during the summer. New, electronic card access readers for all "general fund" buildings and auxiliary buildings, such as Dining Commons One, should be in place for the start of fall semester, he said.
Steady ride
Elevators in Buell and Downing Halls were replaced during the summer. The $618,000 project included replacement of cabs, cylinders, controls, motors and relocation of the elevator mechanical room, Storrar said.
The work continues upgrades to those two residence halls. Last summer, Downing Hall underwent extensive renovations. During summer 2005, Buell Hall received the renovation treatment.
Sprucing up
While the bulk of improvements took place inside campus buildings, efforts also went into sprucing up EMU's exterior campus. More than 50 new trees, of varying species, were planted on campus. At the same time, approximately 60 dead or dying trees, victims of Emerald Ash Borer disease, were removed.
To help keep EMU's multitude of flowerbeds colorful, sprinklers were added along the mall to increase watering coverage, Storrar said. Irrigation lines near Phelps-Sellers also were replaced.
The existing limestone steps leading up to Roosevelt Hall were replaced as part of a $273,000 project that includes replacing the tiered landings and waterproofing the electrical room located under the top landing. This work should be completed sometime in September, Storrar said.
Approximately $22,500 of the $45,000 sidewalk project was spent to replace damaged areas of sidewalk and ADA ramps located at Ann Street, Cornell Courts, Mayhew and Oakwood.
Boone Hall and Building C of Cornell Courts were re-roofed.
Rynearson Stadium was waterproofed STEPPING IT UP: Existing this summer in preparation for a limestone steps leading up to painting project next spring. Roosevelt Hall were replaced this summer. This photo is from The outdoor volleyball court, located June, after the old steps had northwest of The Lake House, was been excavated. renovated.
An area used as a biology field study area, located offof Golfside Road, was cleaned up, he said.
A new test-training program has begun for new custodians and new temporaries who work the midnight shift.
"The primary goal is to add employee involvement in the hiring of new employees and standardization of training," said Dieter Otto, director of custodial, motor pool and grounds services. "It should result in better efficiency and better service."
Under the program, a new hire/temporary starts in Pray-Harrold and learns safety and security measures, the use of personal protective equipment and standard cleaning methods. Previously, temporary staff were paired with a veteran but, because the temps would work in different buildings, the result would be cleaning methods that were not standard.
"The end result would be that the custodial staff would be involved in evaluating the new hire, which would play a huge part in whether they would be considered to be hired in the future," said Diane Lynn-Veals, zone manager, custodial and grounds.
Odds and ends
The Cooper Building underwent an $125,000 upgrade to its HVAC system. The work included replacement of six rooftop air conditioning units. Inside, lighting was replaced to reduce overall heat gain in the building, Storrar said.
The Rynearson Stadium press box was built out to include a new suite for the visiting athletic director during football games. Cost of the project was $42,000.
Installation of new bleachers was recently completed at Bowen Field House. The work is part of the approximate $1 million in overall renovations made to the athletic facility after a pipe burst and flooded the structure in September 2006. The repairs were covered through a self insurance policy the University has on the facility.
Ongoing projects
Pease Auditorium restoration is moving forward. During the summer, an architect completed an evaluation of the building's fac;ade. The scope of the repair work will BUILDING CHECK: This summer, an architect include masonry completed an evaluation of Pease Auditorium's repairs to the exterior facade. Bids for the project are due back terra cotta, tuck Sept. 7 and the work is expected to be complete pointing work, by June 2008. masonry cleaning, roof replacement, lentil repair and replacement; and handrail replacement and main stairwell repairs
Bids are due back on the project Sept. 7, with a project completion date of June 2008, Storrar said.
"Pease will remain open when we start construction," Storrar said. "The outdoor scaffolding will remain in place to ensure safety to our patrons."
Requests for qualifications for a new Department of Public Safety facility were completed Aug. 31. The new facility, expected to cost approximately $2.6 million, has an anticipated completion date of January or February 2009, Storrar said. The anticipated location for the building is the green space located west of the existing Bowen parking structure.
Parking and DPS are currently operating out of offices in Bowen Field House. EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
Restoring a positive public view of Eastern Michigan University; ensuring campus safety is high; and operating student government efficiently top Sept. 4, 2007 issue the agenda of this year's Student Government leaders. Student Government leaders have heavy Greg Jones, student government president, and Josh Lyon, student agenda for fall government vice president, got an early jump on their duties this summer. The two joined other student leaders from state universities in Lansing to prevent budget cuts in higher education. Jones spoke out and urged By Carrie Stefanski lawmakers and Gov. Granholm to restore more funding to higher education. Both Jones and Lyon want to make sure that EMU receives the right amount of revenue from the state. In an effort to keep higher education funding in the forefront, the two plan future trips to Lansing...... _ The two say they work FOCU§JJj!J well together as a team, balancing their time and responsibilities. However, they are quick to say their plans and accomplishments are not entirely individual efforts. They rely on the input and hard work of other members of Student Government.
"Making sure we're all on the same page is a high priority and an important duty," Lyon said.
Safety and communication are recognized as especially important issues. Jones said that there should be fixed communication between staff and faculty as well as students. STUDENT LEADERS: (above, from left) Student Government President Greg Jones "Open communication is and Student Government Vice President very effective and should Josh Lyon would like to see EMU restore its continue into the next image and want campus safety improved. year," Lyon said.
Jones and Lyon want to help the public view EMU in a more positive light.
"We want to expose the hidden gems; (our) educators, athletes and student involvement," Jones said. The duo also is pushing for student lobbying to increase, particularly by getting more students to take on the role of advocates.
For more information about Student Government and to find out how to become involved, visit http://www.emich.edu/studentorgs/studentgov EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
Last fall, the new Student Center was a hub of activity. But, it didn't officially open until November. Sept. 4, 2007 issue Campus Life plans With the facility open for the entire fall this year, Campus Life has more more Student events and activities than ever planned for freshmen, transfer students Center events this and returning students. year "Regular happenings introduced to students at the beginning of the year may increase participation," said Gregg Costanzo, Campus Life's program By Carrie Stefanski coordinator of arts, entertainment and marketing. "It's easier to be seen and feel a sense of community in this space."
This year, Eastern Michigan University commences with its new General Education program, which includes a new component called Learning Beyond the Classroom. Campus Life will provide students with more opportunitiesto fulfill such requirements.
"We are trying to make programming a little more cultural and educational," said Sid Alisunn Curtin, arts and entertainment student coordinator for Campus Life.
This fall's Campus Life lineup includes:
Friday Night Movies returns and kicks off with "Spiderman 3," Sept. 7, at approximately 8:15 p.m., University Park. "Ocean's Thirteen," will follow Sept. 14, 8: 15 p.m., also in University Park. As the weather cools off, the movies move indoors with "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End," Sept. 21; "Knocked Up," Sept. 28; "Shrek the Third," Oct. 5; and "Transformers," Oct. 12. Films will be shown at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., in the Student Center Auditorium.
Campus Life invites you to spin a groove with Jarrod, one of EMU's best student DJs. DJ Jarrod spins music Tuesdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Student Center Dining Room Stage, located on the first floor. MOVIE WEB: "Spiderman 3" kicks Try your hand at various free arts and crafts off the Friday Night projects while you're hanging out in the EMU Movies series at the Student Center between classes or just to show Student Center off your skills with the Campus Life Craft Auditorium. Corner, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, beginning Sept. 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Student Center, on the third floor near the Center for Student Involvement.
Harptallica rocks EMU Tuesday, Sept. 18, Student Center Dining Room Stage, located on the first floor. The Cleveland-based harpist duo will play their versions of Metallica songs. This will be a unique experience to be heard by any adoring classical or rock fans. The event is free.
Plan ahead to go on an Eastern Excursion. A chartered bus will transport students and staff to watch a Tigers game, Wednesday, Sept. 26, Comerica Park. A ticket will cover transportation, admission to the game, and a free soda and HEAVY HARPS: Harptallica will play its pizza slice/hot dog. For version of Metallica songs on harps tickets, call the EMU box during a Sept. 18 performance in the office, 487-2282. Limit two per Student Center. Photo courtesy of student. www.harptallica.com
The Honors College and the Hmong Student Association sponsor a visit by Anne Fadiman Monday, Oct. 8, 7 p.m., Student Center Ballroom. This award-winning author, essayist, and editor's first book, "The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down," chronicles the trials of an epileptic Hmong child and her family living in Merced, Calif. The Washington Post called the book "an intriguing, spirit-lifting, extraordinary explosion." Fadiman's lecture is free.
Local jazz musicians perform for students at the Anne Fadiman Photo courtesy Skylounge Nightclub - Room 300 in the of Connie Miller Student Center is converted into an upscale, ultra-hip nightclub/piano lounge - Thursday, Oct. 18, 9 p.m. Students can groove to smooth jazz, sip "mocktails", mix and mingle. Dress up or you might not get in the door!
Fill up on free food and coffee while hitting the books in the Student Center for a Snack and Study before midterms, Monday, Oct. 22, 9 p.m. to midnight; or before final exams, Monday, Dec. 10, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. There will be plenty of comfortable chairs, computers, group get-together areas and stress relievers.
The Family Film Series showcases family-friendly movies based on great works of children's literature. The films, which include "The Secret of Roan Inish" and "Children of Heaven," will be followed by conversation facilitated by EMU faculty. The first in the series will be shown Sunday, Nov. 4, 2 p.m., Student Center Auditorium, second floor. Campus Life and the Children's Literature Program sponsor this event.
Celebrate the kick-off of Native American Heritage Month with a humorous and provocative lecture by Sherman Alexi, a gifted and accomplished storyteller, and treasured writer of national stature. Sherman's first young-adult novel, "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian," will be released this September, just before his campus speaking engagement, scheduled Monday Nov. 5, 7 p.m., Student Center Ballroom. This event is co-sponsored by the Native American Student Organization, Diversity and Community Involvement, the Honors College and the English Department. Sherman Alexie Photo courtesy of Weeks of build-up finally come to an end with the Rob Casey Eastern Idol Finale, hosted by former American Idol contestant Paris Bennett. Top vocalists compete for the title of Eastern Idol Wednesday, Nov. 14.
For more information on what Campus Life has to offer this fall, visit www.emich.edu/campuslife. Check the calendar for updates and new events and activities. EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
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Even the most discerning art critic would be hard-pressed not to find something of interest at University Art and Ford galleries this fall.
Sept. 4, 2007 issue Guest artists this year include a printmaker whose art doubles as social Digital print art commentary; a self-taught independent zine publisher and a collection exhibition kicks off from Swipple, an online art gallery. The Eastern Michigan University Art fall schedule for Department's lineup also includes visiting speakers, a watercolor show and University, Ford a mix of exhibits from Eastern Michigan University faculty and students, galleries including the Annual Juried Art Show.
"This is a very eclectic year, from Tom Vorhees' "The Beer Lady" By Carrie Stefanski appropriation art, to the fine art of the Michigan water colorists," said Larry Newhouse, gallery program director. "(Our goal is to) inundate the University community with visual art for the school year."
Patron numbers have doubled in the last year since the University Art Gallery at the Student Center came on line to add to the existing gallery space at Ford Gallery, Newhouse said.
Fall events include:
The school year kicks off with "Tom Vorhees: The Beer Lady," which began Aug. 20 and runs through Sept. 26, University Art Gallery. A reception is scheduled Tuesday, Sept. 11, 5-7 p.m., University Art Gallery, with Vorhees speaking at 5:30 p.m. Vorhees, a printmaker, creates digitally printed photo montages of imagery appropriated through art history, film stills, advertising, Sunday school illustrations and magazines from the 1950s and 1960s. His work plays on tensions existing in American life while sometimes evoking laughter.
Appropriately enough, 60 works have been selected for display for the "60th Annual Watercolor Society Exhibition," Sept. 4-27, Ford Gallery. The reception will be Thursday, Sept. 6, 4-6 p.m., with a scheduled gallery talk by watercolor professor Maria Ruggiero. Chicago painter and member of the Chicago Imagists, Gladys Nilsson juried the exhibition of 349 entries.
Art critic James Elkins will present "How People, Cameras and Sea Slugs See the World," Monday, Sept. 24, 6 p.m., Student Center Auditorium. James Elkins is E.C. CABBAGE CREATION: This Chadbourne, professor in the watercolor, "Cabbage Quilt," was Department of Art History, Theory, created by artist Electra Stamelos. and Criticism, School of the Art It is one of 60 watercolors on Institute of Chicago. Elkins will display at the "60th Annual discuss perception and the Watercolor Society Exhibiton," relativity of vision in relation to the scheduled through Sept. 27 in the science of art. University Art Gallery, Student Center. Art department faculty members hired within the last five years will show off their work in the "Art Department New Faculty Exhibition," Oct. 1-Nov. 14, University Art Gallery. The reception is scheduled Monday, Oct. 1, 4-6 p.m. Faculty artists include : Beili Liu, sculpture and three-dimensional design; Jennifer Locke, painting and drawing; Andrew Maniotes, graphic design; Ryan Molloy, graphic design; Michael Reedy, painting and drawing; Amy Sacksteder, painting and drawing; and Brooks Stevens, textiles.
"Swipple Presents: New Faces and Old Favorites" showcases works from both academically trained and self-taught artists, Oct. 8-Nov. 19, Ford Gallery. A reception is scheduled Tuesday, Oct. 9, 4-6 p.m., with a gallery talk by Swipple founder Jason Wright at 5 p.m. that day. This event focuses on circumventing the standard art world critical frame of insider/outsider art.
Michael Jakab speaks Tuesday, Oct. 16, 6 p.m., ..... Halle Library Auditorium. Jakab co-founded Agency: Collective in San Francisco, which has created major campaigns for prominent clients such as Nike. He also has worked for Imaginary Forces in Hollywood where he '------' consulted on CAMPAIGN DUES: Michael Jakab, co-founder of feature films, film the Agency Collective, a multidisciplinary titles and design studio in San Francisco, will present a architectural lecture Oct 16, 6 p.m., Halle Library Auditorium. instillations. His Jakab has created campaigns for Nike and other clients include prominent clients. Nokia, Nickelodeon, MTV/VH1 and the Museum of Modern Art.
Author of independent zine Invisible Summer, Nicole Georges will speak Thursday, Nov. 15, 6 p.m., Halle Library Auditorium. Georges is an advocate for self-publication, and has produced and self-published her own zines for more than 12 years. A zine is a self-published magazine or alternative newsletter. An untrained artist, Georges has developed her own distinctive visual language, which has permeated in the Portland community. The "Annual Juried Student Art Show" gives the Art Department's undergraduate students the opportunity to present their work to the public Nov. 19-Dec. 13, University Art Gallery. Work in painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, printmaking, metals, ceramics, textiles and graphic design will be shown. Award winners in various media and categories will be announced at the reception, scheduled Nov. 26, 4-6 p.m., University Art Gallery.
Graduate students show off their hard work at the "Graduate Thesis Exhibitions," Nov. 26- Dec. 21. Each exhibition will be on display for four days. The schedule is as follows: Sally Houck, (textiles), Nov. 26-30, Ford Gallery; Reem Gabriel (ceramics), Dec. 3-7, Ford Gallery; Ruffy Lim (photography), Dec. 10-21, Ford Gallery; and Gypsy Schindler (painting), Dec. 17-21, University Art Gallery.
A MAD Magazine comic IT'S ALFRED E. NEUMAN: A MAD Magazine show is scheduled for comic show will be on exhibit at the January 2008 and will University Art Gallery in the Student feature art from MAD Center in January 2008. magazine and guest speakers Al Feldstein, former editor and creator of Alfred E. Neuman; and John Hett, an avid MAD collector. More details will be available during the winter.
For a full program schedule or gallery hours, go to www.emich.edu/fordgallery. For more information, contact Larry Newhouse, gallery program director, 487-465, or e-mail him at [email protected] EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERS ITY EMU HOME
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Nietzsche once said, "Without music, life would be a mistake."
Eastern Michigan University's Music and Dance Department will make it Sept. 4, 2007 issue almost impossible for you to make such a mistake this fall with its variety Fall music lineup of 36 scheduled events. The majority of events are free and right on includes 36 events campus in Pease Auditorium and the newly renovated Alexander Recital Hall.
By Carrie Stefanski Marsha Rinke, music events coordinator and an adjunct lecturer, is very excited about the fall schedule and mentioned that the music and dance department will bring in a lot of fine outside musical talent this fall. The music department also is creating more programs for high school students so that the community will recognize EMU as a valuable resource.
"EMU has a good reputation as an education school. We are proud of what we have to offer," said Rinke.
Some featured events include:
The 2007-08 concert season commences Friday, Sept. 14, 8 p.m., Pease Auditorium. Faculty artist Joel Schoenhals performs his annual piano solo recital featuring the "Moment Musicaux" of Schubert and Rachmaninoff.
Distinguished EMU organ alumni Brian Bartusch and James Wagner, in collaboration with Carter Eggers, trumpet, perform an Alumni Organ Recital Monday, Sept. 24, 7:30 p.m., Alexander Recital Hall. They will complete symphonic works on the "king of instruments," the magnificent Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ.
More than 30 nationally recognized high school marching bands from across the Midwest meet all day Saturday, Sept. 29, in Rynearson Stadium for the "Bands of America Regional Marching Band Competition." The bands will fill the stadium with thrilling sights and sounds as they entertain and compete for the chance to perform in the evening's regional championship finals. EMU's marching band takes the field for a guest performance. General admission for preliminaries or finals competitions is $14, or $21 for both. For schedule information and advance tickets, visit www.bands.org . Tickets also are available at the gate.
Faculty members Eva Stern, viola, and Joel Schoenhals, piano; festival director and Detroit Symphony Orchestra violinist Marian Tanau, and DSO cellist Paul Wingert, along with violinist Kyoko Kashiwagi, present the "American Romanian Festival" Sunday, Oct., 7, 7:30 p.m., Alexander Recital Hall. Works by Enescu, Grigoriu, Taranu and Kodaly are included in this concert that promotes cultural awareness and understanding between the United States and Romania.
The Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band open their fall season with a festive concert Sunday, Oct. 14, 3 p.m., Pease Auditorium. Eastern Michigan's newest band directors, Miller Asbill, director of bands, and John Zastoupil, associate director of bands, will be introduced.
Renowned tenor saxophonist Steven Pollock will teach a master class for saxophone students Thursday, Oct. 18, 11 a.m., Alexander Recital Hall. That evening, Pollock presents "Songs of the Heart," 7:30 p.m., Alexander Recital Hall. Pollock, in collaboration with faculty pianist Kathryn Goodson, will perform love songs of Astor Piazzolla, Sherwood Shaffer and Gustav Mahler. This event shares its name with Pollock's latest solo CD.
The Dr. Leonard L. Riccinto Memorial Concert is an evening of song celebrating the life and work of EMU's former director of choral activities Sunday, Oct. 21, 7:30 p.m., Pease L-----1���___:::::::��� Auditorium. Riccinto's life was cut short when he lo his ith Pollock Photo courtesy _st battle � leukemia last December. of www.s tep hen-po II oc k.com Singers from. his. former ensembles, plus a massed choir, will perform many of Riccrnto's favorite selections from the choral literature of all styles. Donations will be collected to benefit the scholarship established in his name for outstanding vocal music education majors. For more information on singing in the massed choir, please send an e-mail to [email protected].
Kevin Miller and the Symphony Orchestra present the annual Halloween Concert Friday, Oct. 26, 7 p.m., Pease Auditorium. The audience is invited to come in costume to this entertaining SPOOKY STRINGS: Kevin Miller will once again lead evening of the Symphony Orchestra during the annual astonishing Halloween Concert Oct. 26, 7 p.m., in Pease surprises and Auditorium. spooky music. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for students and $6 for seniors and children under 12. Highly dramatic and versatile mezzo-soprano Leah Dexter, of the Michigan Opera Theater and Harlem Opera Theater, is the featured singer, for "Songs and Sonnets of the Americas" Saturday, Nov. 3, 7:30 p.m., Alexander Recital Hall. In collaboration with Kathryn Goodson, this program of poetry and music from North and South America includes works by Ginastera, Guastavino, Piazzolla, Charles Ives and female African-American composers Margaret Bonds, Lilian Evanti, Undine Moore and Florence Price.
Soprano Caroline Helton, a voice faculty member from the University of Michigan; and Emery Stephens, EMU faculty baritone; present a lecture/recital, "Beyond Race," Sunday Nov. 4, 4 p.m. Soprano Glenda Kirkland and pianists Kathryn Goodson and Garik Pedersen welcome additions to this lecture/recital, which focuses on the art of African-American song and demonstrates how voice teachers may include these songs in studio requirements.
The Eleventh Annual Improvisation Symposium presents "Reach for the Stars!" and "Rising Stars of Helton the East." Kids ages three to 93 are invited to "Reach for the Stars!" Friday, Nov. 9, 7 p.m., Pease Auditorium. Alumnus Scott Elsholz performs organ works and transcriptions based on stars and planets. A trip to EMU's Sherzer Observatory follows with Norbert Vance, an EMU astronomy professor, presenting a luminous interdisciplinary program of organ music and astronomy. Pamela Ruiter-Feenstra, an organ professor, and her students present, "Rising Stars of the East," Saturday, Nov. 10, 3 p.m., Bethlehem United Church of Christ, 423 S. Fourth Avenue, Ann Arbor. This star studded recital will be performed on the newly renovated Casavant organ.
High School Wind and Percussion Clinic Day will take place Saturday, Nov. 17, all day, in the Alexander Music Building. EMU wind and percussion faculty offer instrument-specific clinics for musicians in grades 10-12. The day includes a faculty recital, dinner, an opportunity to audition for the 2008 EMU High School Honors' Band and admission to Bandorama. Advanced registration and a $30 participant fee are required. To register or for more information, call 487-1430.
Director of Bands Miller Asbill and Associate Director of Bands John Zastoupil lead the Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band and Marching Band during "Bandorama" Saturday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m., Pease Auditorium. This will be a colorful and exhilarating display of STRIKE UP THE BANDS: Eastern Michigan pageantry and University's Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band sound. Admission and Marching Band will perform during is $10 for adults, "Bandorama" Saturday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m., in Pease $8 for students Auditorium. and $6 for seniors and children under 12.
The Dance Program and Symphony Orchestra team up to present The Children's Dance Concert's performance of "The Firebird" Friday Dec. 7, 10 a.m. and 12: 15 p.m., Pease Auditorium (subject to change). Youth in grades one through eight will dance to selections from Stravinsky's magical ballet. Admission is free, but reservations are required. For reservations, call 487-2448.
Mac users can subscribe to have all upcoming events listed on their iCals through the Music and Dance Department Web site at http://ical.mac.com/emumdevents/Events .
For more information on the events listed or more events sponsored by the Music and Dance Department, visit www.emich.edu/musicdance or call the music events hotline, 487-2255. All events are free unless otherwise noted. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the EMU Convocation Center and the Quirk Theatre Box Office, or online at www.emich.edu/convocat1on.
Personnel moves
During the summer, the music department underwent leadership changes in its band and choral areas.
Miller Asbill is the new interim director of bands, effective July 7. Asbill replaces Scott Boerma, who became director of the marching band at the University of Michigan. Boerma had been director of bands at EMU for the past six years.
Previously, Asbill was associate director of bands at the University of New Mexico. Asbill received his master's degree in conducting from the University of Michigan and his bachelor's degree in music from Arizona State University. Asbill John Zastoupil is the new interim assistant director of bands and director of the EMU Marching Band, effective July 7. He replaces Mark Waymire, who plans to complete his doctorate at the University of Mississippi.
Zastoupil previously was music director of the Michigan Pops Orchestra from 2006-2007. Zastoupil received his master's degree in music (wind conducting) from the University of Michigan and his bachelor's degree in music education from Baylor University. Trey Jacobs was named director of choral activities, zastoupil effective Sept. 1. He replaces Bradley Bloom, who filled the interim diretor of choral activities position for one year upon the retirement of Leonard Riccinto, who died Dec. 11, 2006. Riccinto had been choral director at EMU for 21 years.
Before coming to EMU, Jacobs was a graduate teaching assistant with the Michigan State University Chorale and Choral Union. Jacobs received his master's degree in music from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and his bachelor's degree in music education from East Carolina University.
Asbill and Zastoupil will lead the marching band, wind symphony and symphonic band. - Ron Podell contributed to this report. EASTERN MICH IGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
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Eastern Michigan University's 2007-08 theatre season opens with a previous season's favorite that focuses on our national pastime and ends with a fresh take on a compilation of works by German dramatist Bertolt Sept. 4, 2007 issue Brecht. Return of "Diamonds in the D" "Diamonds in the D!" premiered in the spring semester and caught the kicks off EMU attention of Fox 2 News, which filmed a rehearsal for a June newscast. Theatre's schedule Pamela Cardell-Cato, assistant managing director of EMU Theatre, said that they wanted to bring this play back in the fall so that the whole student body would have an opportunity to see it. By Carrie Stefanski "This is a very different season for us," said Cardell-Cato, who explained the theatre ....._..,_ department is working with a different FICUJLW]J community partner to help promote each show. "The theatre department has the best intentions of giving their audiences 'the most bang for their buck.' Anything we can do to foster good community relations is better for everyone."
"We want students of all ages coming in and having a positive experience TAKE ME OUT TO THE THEATER: (above, (while) trying to make from left ) Eastern Michigan University sure we are challenging Theatre students Jessie Powell and and educating our Allyson Brosky perform a scene from the students, and challenging spring production of "Diamonds in the D." and educating our The play is back by popular demand and audiences," said Cardell will be perfomed Sept. 6-8, 7 p.m., in Cato. Sponberg Theatre. The talents of EMU students, faculty and staff combine with the works of legendary authors, composers, chorographers and producers to generate six plays that will captivate audiences this fall.
"Diamonds in the D!" is back by popular demand, Sept. 6-8, 7 p.m., Sponberg Theatre. Several traditional melodies are included in this production conceived and directed by Ken Stevens, based on a book by Jeff .I
Duncan, and with original music, lyrics and additional arrangements by R. MacKenzie Lewis. This musical is a tribute to the Detroit Tigers as well as America's love for baseball.
Director Phil Simmons presents "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," Friday, Oct. 19, 9 p.m. (preview performance); Oct. 20 and 25-27, 7 p.m.; and Oct. 21 and 28, 3 p.m., Quirk Theatre. This lively musical, based on the biblical story of Joseph and his coat of many colors, contains music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice.
Patricia Zimmer directs "A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas" by Laurie Brooks, Dec. 1-2 and 8, 3 p.m.; and Dec. 1 and 7-8, 7 p.m., Quirk Theatre. Based on the life of author Laura Ingalls Wilder and her popular "Little House" book series, this is an enduring play for family audiences.
"All Night Strut!" contains a celebration of songs from the 1930s and 1940s and will be performed Feb. 8-9 and 14-16, 7 p.m.; and Feb. 10, 3 p.m., Sponberg Theatre. Wallace Bridges directs this musical, which is considered to be the longest running in Detroit history. Fran Charnas originally conceived, directed and choreographed this musical.
"The Exonerated," by Erick Jenson and Jessica Blank, will be directed by Lee Stille, March 12-15, 7 p.m.; and March 16, 3 p.m., Sponberg Theatre. This play tells the stories of the lives, appeals and nightmares of death row inmates, eventually proven innocent and released.
George Tabori edited selections of the work of Bertolt Brecht to create "Brecht on Brecht," March 28-29 and April 3-5, 7 p.m.; and March 30 at 3 p.m., Quirk Theatre. Pirooz Aghssa directs this choreographed improvisation that presents the songs, poems and other selections of the work of Bertolt Brecht.
Look out for the addition of stage readings in November and the Family Festival of Short Plays in April.
For more information on the featured events listed, visit http ://www.emich.edu/public/cta/ted/ or call the box office at 487-2282. EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERS ITY EMU HOME
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With another school year at Eastern Michigan University starting soon, it's a good idea to know what's going on - the who, what, where and when of campus life. A number of informational avenues are available to you through University Communications (which is part of University Marketing Sept. 4, 2007 issue and Communications). Be in the know with University Marketing and University Communications offers a wide variety of services, including Communications publication of the faculty/staff newspaper, media relations, public relations, crisis management, photography services and a daily events calendar distributed campus-wide by e-mail. By Ron Podell Important EMU information also can be found electronically. FOCUS EMU, the weekly faculty-staff newspaper, is published electronically weekly September through April, and monthly from May through August. It can be found at www.emich.edu/focus_emu/
EMU Today, the daily electronic list of news items, campus events, athletic activities, meetings, lectures and seminars is available at 6 a.m. each weekday.
In addition, University Communications has a link on www.emich.edu, the University's official Web site. The University Communications site, at www.emich.edu/univcomm/, includes news releases, a campus calendar of events, information on the Board of Regents, up-to-date, weather-related school closing information, and online versions of EMU Today and FOCUS EMU.
The EMU Newsline can be reached at 487-2460. The newsline is a taped service featuring late-breaking news, including weather-related school cancellations.
University Communications periodically conducts media seminars for faculty and staff. The seminars are designed to orient faculty and staff with how to effectively work with the media and to learn how to publicize their stories and events. All faculty and staff are invited to attend. Read EMU Today for upcoming media seminar dates.
University Communications can be reached by calling 487-4400. Contacts include: Pamela Young, director; Ward Mullens, associate director; Ron Podell, assistant manager of news services; Randy Mascharka, University photographer; and Marion Laskowski, administrative secretary. The office is located at 18 Welch Hall and is open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays. EASTERN MICHI GAN lJNIVERS ITY EMU HOME
FOCU EMU's Web site allows University Communications to provide up-to date information on campus happenings. Every issue is only a click away at www.emich.edu/focus_emu Sept. 4, 2007 issue When's the next With this issue, FOCUS EMU returns to its regular weekly publication FOCUS EMU? schedule. The publication schedule for fall 2007 is as follows:
Sept. 11, 18, 25; By Ron Podell Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;
Nov. 6, 13, 27;
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TAKING A LUNCH BREAK: Sarah Mcintosh, an Eastern Michigan University freshman from Canton, enjoys a moving break during the Fusion Picnic in front of the Student Center Sept. 1. Her parents, John and Cindy Mcintosh, came prepared. They brought a portable picnic table...... FOCU§LWJ] EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
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TIME TO REGISTER: Kelli Broggi (seated, left), a junior from Plymouth, registers incoming freshman student Derek Grish, of Ann Arbor. His parents, Tom and Rose Grish, look on. Registration was part of FUSION, Eastern Michigan University's orientation program that took place Sept. 1-4 ...... FOCU§LWJJ EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
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FINDING RESOURCES: (above, from left) Sue Sohn, from the Office of International Students, and Rayan Sohn, a sophomore from Ypsilanti, answer questions from Sateesh Kotturi, an Eastern Michigan University graduate student from Hyperaband, India. This scene took place at the EMU Resource Fair at the Student Center Aug. 29. The resource fair served as a one-stop shopping opportunity for faculty, staff and students to gather information about EMU and the Ypsilanti community; and exhibits and information about all of the organizations, programs and services on campus. EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
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COMMUTER CREW: Commuter Central displays the assistance it offers commuter students at the recent EMU Resource Fair, which took place Aug. 29 in the Student Center. Those pictured (above, from left) are: Silva Goncalves, of Access Services; Victor Walker, a senior student from Detroit; Kristen Smith, a senior EMU adviser; H.A.-Zel Davis, a senior from Flint; and Bridget Carey, a junior from Canton and vice president of EMU's Commuter Student Association. EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
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THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF BOOKS: Robert Neely, Eastern Michigan University's associate provost, (right) thanks Wallace Cripps and Barbara Tracy for their donation of an original manuscript, "Silly Goose and the Holidays," by Annabella Sumera, a 1942 alumna who died in 2005. Sumera's brother, Wallace, and niece, Barbara, presented the book to celebrate the opening of the Sumera Children's Literature Alcove in EMU's Halle Library. Sumera was a longtime teacher and principal before retiring to write children's books, rhymes, poetry and short stories. The alcove highlights the library's extensive collection of children's literature and provides a welcoming environment for the campus and community.
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For the fourth consecutive year, "Diverse Issues in Higher Education" magazine has recognized Eastern Michigan University for its growing number of African-American students who earn undergraduate degrees. In 2006, EMU awarded 420 (264 women, 156 men) bachelor's degrees to African-American students. Some key ranking figures for EMU are as follows:
Rank among the 12 Mid-American Conference schools First
Rank out of more than 300 colleges and universities 67th
Rank for the number of African-American students receiving baccalaureate degrees in education 13th
Rank for the number of African Americans receiving baccalaureate degrees in area, ethnic, culture and gender studies 42nd
Rank for the number of African Americans receiving master's degrees 86th
Source: Diverse Issues in Higher Education magazine EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME News Briefs
The following are news briefs about important news and events happening at Eastern Michigan University.
Sept. 4, 2007 issue • Tom Voorhees: The Beer Lady News Briefs exhibit runs through Sept. 26: The Art Department presents "Tom By Ron Podell Voorhees: The Beer Lady," an exhibition of approximately 40 digital photo montages, through • Tom Voorhees: Sept. 26, University Art Gallery, The Beer lady Student Center. His work plays on exhibit runs tensions existing in American life, through Sept. 26 including between the marginalized • Michigan and the affluent, and between Watercolor Society religion and consumer culture. A Exhibition reception for the artist is scheduled • Football tailgates Tuesday, Sept. 11, 5-7 p.m., scheduled University Art Gallery. At 5:30 p.m. • Board of Regents that day, Voorhees will discuss his to meet twice ONE IN THE OVEN: "Oven Head" work. The exhibition, reception and during fall is one of Tom Voorhees' digital talk are free and open to the public. photo montages, which includes • Colleges schedule For information, contact Larry the head of his infamous "Beer fall conferences Newhouse, gallery program • Football plans fan Lady," who appears in many of director, 487-1268, 487-1077, or his other works. An exhibition of bus trips e-mail him at • Meijer Madness set his work is on display at the [email protected] for Sept. 6 University Art Gallery in the • EMU Athletics Student Center. plans five fall • Michigan Watercolor Society sports luncheons Exhibition: Ford Gallery presents the 60th Annual Michigan Watercolor • Student Society Exhibition, beginning Sept. 4 and running through Sept. 27. With Employment Job 60 works selected from 349 entries, the show highlights the best of Fair set for Sept. contemporary watercolor in Michigan. An exhibition reception is 11 scheduled Thursday, Sept. 6, 4-6 p.m., Ford Gallery. Many of the • Fall tuition waiver watercolors will be available for purchase. The exhibition and reception deadline set for are free and open to the public. For more information, contact Larry Sept. 14 Newhouse, gallery program director, 487-1268, 487-1077, or e-mail • Baseball Alumni & [email protected] Friends Gold Outing scheduled Football Sept. 17 tailgates • Baseball hosts scheduled: The open tryouts Sept. Alumni Relations 19 Office has • Nonprofit scheduled four Volunteer Career tailgates for this Fair scheduled football season. Sept. 26 EAGLE TAILGATE: Eastern Michigan University fans The first took • Bob Dylan, Elvis enjoy last year's tailgate in Evanston, Ill., prior to the place at the Costello concert EMU-Northwestern football game. Upcoming tailgates University of announced are scheduled Sept. 8 and 23; and Oct. 27. Pittsburgh Sept. 1. The upcoming schedule includes: EMU vs. Ball State, Saturday, Sept. 8, with a tailgate at 1:30 p.m. followed by kick-off at 3 p.m.; EMU vs. Howard University, Saturday, Sept. 23, with a tailgate at 1:30 p.m. followed by a 3 p.m. kick-off; and EMU vs. Western Michigan (Homecoming) Saturday, Oct. 27, with a 1 p.m. tailgate, followed by a 3 p.m. kick-off. The tailgate location at EMU is near the entrance gate on the west side of Rynearson Stadium. For more information or to R.S.V.P., contact Alumni Relations, 487-0250, e-mail [email protected], or visit www.�mich.edu/alumni . For football tickets, call the EMU Ticket Office, 487-2282.
• Board of Regents to meet twice during fall: The Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents is scheduled to meet Tuesday, Sept. 18, and Tuesday, Nov. 27, this fall. The schedule for the Sept. 18 and Nov. 27 meetings is as follows: Athletic Affairs Committee, 12:45-1:30 p.m., Room 201; Faculty Affairs Committee, 12:45-1:30 p.m., 205 Welch Hall; Student Affairs Committee, 1:45-2:30 p.m., 201 Welch Hall; Educational Policies Committee, 1 :45-2:30 p.m., 205 Welch Hall; and Finance and Audit Committee, 2: 30-4 p.m., 201 Welch Hall; and the Regular Board meeting, 4: 15 p.m., 201 Welch Hall. Sidlik For information, call Board Secretary Jackie Kurtz, 487-2410.
• Colleges schedule fall conferences: The College of Education Fall Conference is scheduled Tuesday, Sept. 4, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., room 203, Porter Building. The College of Arts and Sciences Fall Faculty Meeting is slated for Tuesday, Sept. 4, 9:30-11 a.m., 310 A-B Student Center. The College of Business has scheduled its fall conference Friday, Sept. 7, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., 114 Owen. The College of Technology has set its fall meeting Friday, Sept. 7, 9 a.m. to noon, room 310, Student Center. The College of Health and Human Services has scheduled its annual fall conference Sept. 21, 9-11 a.m., 108 Marshall.
• Football plans fan bus trips: The Eastern Michigan University Athletics Department has five remaining fan bus trips planned for football road games during the 2007 season. Tickets to ride the fan bus are $10 each, while 2007 EMU football season ticket holders will receive two complimentary bus tickets. The bus ticket includes a boxed meal. However, riders still must purchase a game ticket for admission into the stadium.
Chartered buses will be available for games against Northern Illinois Saturday, Sept. 15 (departure time is 6 a.m.); Vanderbilt Saturday, Sept. 29 (departure time is 8 a.m.); Ohio Saturday, Oct. 13 (departure time is 7 a.m.); Toledo Saturday, Nov. 3 (departure time is 4:30 p.m.); and Central Michigan, Friday, Nov. 16 (departure time is 3 p.m.). The buses will depart from the Rynearson Stadium parking lot located off of Hewitt Road.
All trips, except the Vanderbilt game, return to Ypsilanti following the game. The Vanderbilt trip will be an overnight trip, leaving the morning of Sept. 29 and returning the evening of Sept. 30. Anyone taking the bus to this game will need to make his or her own hotel accommodations. EMU has reserved a block of rooms at the Drury Inn near the Nashville airport, which is where the fan bus will be parked for the night. Please call (615) 902-0400 to make a reservation under the EMU group. The bus will depart the Drury Inn, Sept. 30, at 8 a.m. CST, and arrive back in Ypsilanti around 6 p.m. EST.
Fans will need to reserve their spot on the fan bus no later than two weeks prior to the game, so that EMU Athletics can make a determination on how many buses will be needed. To reserve a spot, contact the EMU Ticket Office, 487- 2282.
Meijer Madness set for Sept. 6: Eastern Michigan University students can enjoy free samples and do some back-to-school shopping at Meijer Madness Thursday, Sept. 6, 7-11 p.m., at the Ypsilanti Meijer store on Carpenter Road. The event will include food, giveaways, music and more. Free transportation from EMU to the Ypsilanti Meijer will be available from 6:45-11 p.m. SAMPLE THE MADNESS: Eastern Michigan at the following bus stops: University students stock up on school Ann Street (near the First- supplies at last year's Meijer Madness. This Year Center), Washtenaw year's event is scheduled Sept. 6, 7-11 Avenue (near McKenny Hall) p.m. , at the Ypsilanti Meijer store on and Oakwood (the Student Carpenter Road. Center circle drive). Approximately 4,500 students are expected. For questions, or if you would like to volunteer, call 487-2226, or e-mail [email protected].
• EMU Athletics plans five fall sports luncheons: Eastern Michigan University sports fans will get a chance to get an inside look at the Eagles' football, volleyball, soccer and basketball programs at a luncheon series during the 2007-2008 season. The Eagle Nation Fall Sports Luncheons are scheduled Sept. 7, and 21; Oct. 18 and 26; and Nov. 8, noon, in the atrium of the Convocation Center. EMU Head Football Coach Jeff Genyk and Scott Hall, head coach of the EMU's women's soccer team, will speak at the first luncheon. The cost of each luncheon is $10 and tickets can be purchased at the door upon arrival at the Convocation Center. A free shuttle bus will run from the Marshall Building at 11:45 a.m. and return to campus by 1 :30 p.m. For information, call 487-1050.
• Student Employment Job Fair set for Sept. 11: The Student Employment Fall Job Fair is Tuesday, Sept. 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., New Student Center (patio/outside). The fair allows on-campus employers the opportunity to meet, interview and hire incoming freshmen and currently enrolled students for job positions in their departments. In an effort to offer more part-time job opportunities for EMU students, some local area employers have been invited to participate in the fair. You may reserve a space by e-mailing to [email protected] or by calling 487-1005. • Fall tuition waiver deadline set: The deadline for fall 2007 tuition waiver and the last day for a 100-percent refund is Friday, Sept. 14. For more information, call the Benefits Office, 487-3195.
• Baseball Alumni & Friends Golf Outing scheduled Sept. 17: The 13th Annual Varsity Baseball Alumni & Friends Golf Outing is scheduled Sept. 17, at The Majestic at Lake Walden in Hartland. Proceeds raised will be used toward the 2008 EMU baseball spring trips, Oestrike Stadium renovations and the pro-grass infield. The golf package is $125 per person and includes 18 holes of golf with shared cart, open driving range, breakfast with beverages, beverage cart, gifts and raffle prizes, plaques for winners, longest drive and closest to the pin contests; a million-dollar shootout, and a dinner and program. To register, call 487-0315, FAX 487-4568, or e-mail [email protected]. You also can send your registration form to: Roger Coryell, EMU Baseball Office, 200 Bowen Field House, Ypsilanti, MI 48197. Please register no later than Sept. 13.
• Baseball hosts open tryouts Sept. 19: The Eastern Michigan University baseball team will conduct open tryouts for walk-ons Sept. 19, 6:30 p.m., Oestrike Stadium. Those interested must pick up a walk-on information packet from the baseball office, 200 Bowen Field House. Forms are to be completed and returned by Friday, Sept. 14. Potential players must be eligible per NCAA Clearinghouse high school standards, enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours, and be finished with all classes by 2 p.m. daily. Recommendation letters from college, high school or summer coaches should be sent to the EMU Baseball Office, 200 Bowen Field House, Ypsilanti, MI 48197. Letters also can be faxed to (734) 487- 6898 or e-mail to [email protected]
• Bob Dylan, Elvis Costello concert announced: Bob Dylan and Elvis Costello, plus Amos Lee, will perform live Friday Oct. 12, 7 p.m., Convocation Center. Costello is performing solo for the first time in 12 years. Reserved seats are $69.50, $59.50, $39.50 and $29.50. Ticket sales begin Friday, Sept. 7, 10 a.m., at the EMU ticket office, by phone, 487-2282; or online at www .emich.edu/convocation ** • Nomprofit Volunteer Career Fair scheduled Sept. 26: The Nonprofit ="" Volunteer Career Fair is scheduled •.I�\ Sept. 26, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Student Center patio area. This • event is for students to explore ...... careers with nonprofit agencies, DYLAN AT THE CONVO: Bob meet face-to-face with agency Dylan and Elvis Costello, plus representatives, and ask what it's Amos Lee, will perform Friday, like to work in the nonprofit Oct. 12, 7 p.m., at the organization. This event is a joint Convocation Center. effort presented by Career Services, the VISION office and the American Humanics Program. "Students, regardless of major or year in school, are encouraged to attend and meet nonprofit agency representatives to learn about career and volunteer opportunities," said Barbara Jones, assistant director of Career Services. "While volunteering in the community, students will be able to gain valuable networking experience which can be listed on their resumes."
The rain location is the Student Center Ballroom. For questions, call 487-2419. EASTERN M I C H I GAN UNIVERSITY EMU HOME
Sept. 4, 2007 issue
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