LSA prof. claims 'U' violated disabilities act
University English Prof. Emily Cloyd filed suit against the University earlier this month, claiming her rights were violated when she was forced into medical leave in the spring of 1995.
"I am shocked. I'm outraged. My tenure was violated. My academic freedom was violated," said Cloyd, who is 66 years old.
Regents approve new compensation policy
The University Board of Regents endorsed a new compensation policy for executive officers yesterday that sets clearer guidelines than previous practices.
In the wake of confusion over secret contract deals made by former University President James Duderstadt, President Lee Bollinger brought the plan to the regents at yesterday's board meeting.
Womack to leave 'U'
Two days after the University's top attorney announced her plans to leave, its former top banker followed suit.
Farris Womack, former executive vice president and chief financial officer, announced yesterday that he will not return to teach at the School of Education as originally intended.
Low fares not taking flight with students
While most of America is singing Rocky's theme "Gonna Fly Now!," University students are sticking to the tune of "On The Road Again."
Since American Airlines unveiled new low fares early this week, other airlines have also been slashing fares - leaving travelers across the country scrambling to make reservations.
Celebration raises funds for memorial
University students and community members joined together last night to celebrate life and the memory of LSA senior Arati Sharangpani.
About 200 students, family and friends attended the memorial benefit, which intended to raise money for a fund bearing Sharangpani's name.
NAACP to reach out to college students
Gone are the fiery days of civil rights' protests, but the oldest civil rights organization in the country is recruiting new activists - college students.
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People announced plans Saturday to begin a new outreach campaign that would increase the number of NAACP chapters at colleges and universities.
Local fifth-graders get slimey with 'U' students
After the lunch room was cleaned, 40 fifth-grade students filed back in to make another mess.
The wide-eyed children listened eagerly to instructions given by University Engineering students and proceeded to make slime.
Engineer speaks on future of field
While quoting liberally the maxims of ancient Greek and Roman philosophers last night, clinical engineer Joseph McClain reflected on the human aspect of bioengineering and anticipated the field's future.
McClain, director of clinical engineering at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C., was the keynote speaker for National Engineers Week - established to recognize the wide-ranging achievements and societal influence of engineers.
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The Calendar: What's happening in Ann Arbor today
Protect and serve
The continuous crackle on the radio can quickly turn from good-natured joking to an emergency call or notice of a high speed pursuit.
While residents and students are cozily tucked away in their beds late at night, the work of the Ann Arbor Police Department and Department of Public Safety is just beginning.
Academy teaches citizens police skills, responsibilities
By overseeing a crime scene investigation or learning defense tactics to fend off potential attackers, residents can join forces with local officers at Ann Arbor's Citizens' Police Academy.
Tonyia Kwiatkowski, an Ann Arbor Police Department community service assistant and one of the head coordinators of the academy, said residents can improve communication with officers in the program.
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