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Hong Kong changes hands: Students react with concern

The somber faces of British officials were overshadowed by the sense of jubilation that erupted across mainland China yesterday as Hong Kong returned to Chinese control after 156 years of British rule.

Contract struggles divide 'U,' union

The University has reached an impasse in contract negotiations with the Association of Federal, State, County and Municipal Employees Local 1583 -- a University union that represents about 2,400 workers.

'U' senior wins state pageant

Engineering senior Kim Stec is on her way to Atlantic City for the annual Miss America Pageant, where she will compete against 50 other women for a chance to wear the national crown.

Provost search nears end

The Provost Search Advisory Committee is nearing its final stages and should announce who will serve as the University's second-in-command soon, University President Lee Bollinger said Monday.

Summer season slows 'U'

When summer comes to Ann Arbor, most University students return to their hometowns or venture out to explore the world. However, there are always students who stay behind. Summertime Ann Arbor residents know the city in a way that the majority of the student body will never experience.

Resident awarded fellowship

At 27, senior neurosurgery resident Sanjay Gupta is the youngest of 15 individuals selected nationally to serve for one year as a White House Fellow -- one of the U.S. government's most prestigious fellowships.

Gardens brighten 'U'

There is one place on campus where students can find a desert in the middle of winter. The Matthaei Botanical Gardens, located on North Dixboro Road, provide a year-round natural experience that the public and students alike can appreciate.

Wolverine places 6th in Sunrayce '97

Relief and accomplishment lit up the faces of the UniversityÕs solar car team as the Wolverine crossed the finish line of Sunrayce Õ97 on June 29.

Children's art exhibit celebrates vision

The W.K. Kellogg Eye Center might be mistaken for a gallery of fine art during the next few weeks, or maybe even an exhibition of abstract paintings created by famous artists.

Black 'U' employees honored: 12th annual award ceremony held for black faculty and staff

The Association of Black Professionals, Administrators, Faculty and Staff honored the accomplishments of University employees with an afternoon of music, poetry and refreshments.

07-02-97

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