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Group appeals ruling: Coalition works to achieve minority student representation in affirmative action lawsuit defense
In the latest advancement in the fight for minority student representation in two lawsuits against the University, a coalition of groups is confronting the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals in an attempt to overturn an earlier denial of its intervention.
MSA, AMSA back tobacco divestment
Concern about the University's investment in tobacco stocks is gaining interest from student organizations, putting pressure on a plan of divestment that began to take shape more than a year ago.
Both the American Medical Student Association campus chapter and the Michigan Student Assembly are pursuing actions that advocate taking tobacco stocks out of the University's investment portfolio.
Renovations to cost $30 million
As winter's chill finds its way to Ann Arbor, many lucky students will crank up their car heaters driving to classes and through downtown. Cars are a luxury in a Michigan winter, but in Ann Arbor, finding parking can be a true hassle.
Chem mayhem
Permit theft common practice
Ninety-four pieces of blue, yellow, green, gold and orange paper have been stolen from cars on campus this semester.
More than just ordinary pieces of paper, University structure and lot parking permits are a hot commodity that often get stolen from vehicles on campus.
Nadel suspended after Code hearing
As the Code of Student Conduct approaches its scheduled January review, LSA sophomore Steve Nadel said he was sentenced under its jurisdiction to an indefinite suspension.
"I wasn't expelled, I was just suspended forever," said Nadel, adding that the decision, which he called unofficial, was made at "4 a.m., on very little sleep."
'U' may up ticket security
University students looking to buy and sell student football tickets could get sacked next season.
Members of the Board in Control of Intercollegiate Athletics discussed the possibility of increased ticket security during their monthly meeting yesterday.
Study warns of risks of teen-age jobs
WASHINGTON - A national panel of scientists issued a stern warning yesterday about the hazards of teen-age employment, saying that young people who work more than 20 hours a week, regardless of their economic background, are less likely to finish high school and more likely to use drugs and run into trouble with police.
Notes: Woman injured by ex-boyfriend
A woman was treated at the University Hospitals' emergency room Sunday afternoon for alleged injuries caused by her ex-boyfriend, Department of Public Safety reports state.
Hospital security reported the incident to DPS and said the woman was attacked within 30 minutes of her coming to the hospital.
Participants prepare for big IASA show tonight
Last year, Aparna Arunkumar watched the dances and skits of the annual Indian American Student Association Cultural Show as an audience member and instantly knew she wanted to exchange her seat for a spot on stage.
"I saw it and knew I had to be a part of it," Arunkumar said.
Dems. elect caucus leaders
LANSING (AP) - House Democrats got their first taste of GOP control yesterday when they elected minority - rather than majority - leaders for the 1999-2000 session.
Democrats chose Rep. Mike Hanley (D-Saginaw) as minority leader. Hanley, who was elected to his third two-year term Tuesday, said the Democratic agenda would not be ignored in the GOP-dominated state government.
New student group fights unemployment
Students across the country are coming together to hone their academic skills and demonstrate leadership.
The University of Michigan and Yale University head this movement with National Student Partnerships. Yale junior Brian Kreiter and Yale sophomore Kirsten Lodal founded NSP to combat the national unemployment problem using the academic skills of students.
Cox seeks to topple Gingrich
WASHINGTON - A Californian has fired the opening shot in the political blood bath that could erupt later this month when House Republicans decide whether to dump one or more of their leaders because of the party's poor election showing.
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