It's easy to fall
in love with A2
Ann Arbor first seduced me during orientation. Orientation undoubtedly sees its fair share of seductions; mine was innocent. I was sitting at the Brown Jug with a bunch of similarly uninitiated orientees, discussing the Rolling Stones song "Beast of Burden." The god of the Jug must have heard, because about 30 seconds later a local radio station began piping that very song throughout the restaurant.
College town ranks among nation's best
On a typical Ann Arbor evening, the city is milling with families taking walks, students going out for dinner and maybe even a row of motorcycles parked on Main Street. A group of bikers gathered around a table outside Espresso Royale Cafe to chat over coffee one evening this past spring. The sight of burly men having civilized conversation may strike some as surprising, but in Ann Arbor it is not an unusual scene.
High fines, ailing structures add to parking situation
Finding a parking space in Ann Arbor is about as likely as winning a lottery jackpot. University students, faculty and staff, along with Ann Arbor residents, are finding it next to impossible to find a place to park because of rising meter rates and garage closings.
'U' reaches out to local high schools
Many students go to college to get away from high school. Faculty, administrators and students at the University, however, seem to take an opposite approach to many of the high schools in and around Ann Arbor.
City council members: students get involved
Although Ann Arbor is a city with a distinctive character and 110,000 residents, students often find that the immense size of the University clouds the rest of Ann Arbor so that students never get a chance to explore the greater community. City Council member Chris Kolb said he would like to see more students joining the community of Ann Arbor.
AAPD, AAFD keep watch on 'U' community
While the University's Department of Public Safety is first to arrive at most on-campus crime scenes, the Ann Arbor Police Department still serves and protects the University community.
"Things fell apart": Ann Arbor's homeless attempt to overcome past, rebuild lives
Lorraine sat in front of Good Time Charlie's earlier this year with her 13-year-old boy at her side, begging students to give money to "a hungry, homeless family." She received a few slices of pizza and a pocket full of spare change, but the donors were outnumbered by students who averted their eyes and turned their heads away. Lorraine berated those who did not acknowledge her pleas, but said she is thankful for what she received.
A2 history colored by wars, presidential visits
What's in a name? For two early settlers, the answer was clear. In fact, the hometown of the University of Michigan is named after the wives of the trendsetters, both of whom went by the name Ann. And after observing the plentiful population of trees, the name Ann Arbor seemed natural to two of the city's early settlers, John Allen and Elisha Walker Rumsey.
Shakey Jake, Superfan entertain students with unique personalities
Many call Ann Arbor a window-watching town, with all sorts of colorful mannequins waving to the passersby. But it's on the other side of the glass that many contend is the best place to be in Ann Arbor. Little rivals sitting in a cafe inside the glass window, watching the people pass by.
Cooperation, communication between city and 'U' key in 181-year relationship
Since its founding in 1817, the University has been an integral part of Ann Arbor. Throughout the 181-year relationship, both the University community and city administrators have worked together to provide a place where both students and residents can enjoy living.
In the House: Schroer not afraid to speak her mind - even on the way out
Like the thousands of students who will graduate from the University this year, Mary Schroer is preparing to update her resume. "I'm learning all the new buzzwords that will make me marketable," Schroer said. But unlike the future graduates, Schroer (D-Ann Arbor) is searching for a job because she is finishing up a six-year stint as a congressional state representative for Ann Arbor.
Brater maintains affinity for 'U' issues in Lansing despite Pennsylvania roots
Although Liz Brater graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, she shows her Wolverine spirit through her work as a state representative in Lansing. Brater, a Democrat, represents the central portion of the University campus community as well as other areas in Ann Arbor and surrounding townships. She said the University is an important part of her constituency.
Bars add flavor of nightlife to tame Ann Arbor streets
Whether it's a break from studying or a weekend jaunt, there is little doubt that, at some point, the Ann Arbor bars will welcome drinkers of all shapes and sizes. And, after one's 21st birthday, numerous bars swing open their doors and beckon patrons.
Evening restaurants offer wide variety for hungry student body
Picture it: It's the middle of October, every University professor has scheduled midterms for the same two days and it's Parents Weekend. As students try to juggle studying with quality visiting time with their families, one thought is the most prevalent: free food.
Angelo's offers paradise in toast
The line is part of the experience. Oh, most people don't like it. Especially in the middle of an Ann Arbor winter. In the frigid, bone-chilling weather, where students are bundled so thick they tend to look like the Stay-Puffed Marshmallow Man, the hour-long wait to get into Angelo's is almost like a rite of passage. But inside, paradise awaits.
Numerous shopping venues on campus provide varying styles of clothing to choose
For those who haven't gone broke from paying tuition, Ann Arbor shopping offers another way to empty the pocketbook. From the ordinary to the unusual, Ann Arbor caters to University students with two distinct shopping areas on campus - South University Avenue and State Street, each catering to different tastes.
Earlier signing dates create a quandary with off-campus living
Many students experience the biggest change of their life when they move out of their home and into a residence hall. But nearly 2/3 of students live off-campus during their years at the University.
'U' aids transportation efforts
When first setting foot onto the massive University campus, the question often arises: how do students navigate around the buildings, trees and coffee shops that comprise Ann Arbor? For getting around Central Campus, many students rely on the old-fashioned method of transportation - walking.
Sights and sounds of Ann Arbor have students scanning the dials
After a long day of attending classes and studying, many University students like to relax by listening to the radio or watching television. But after plopping down on the couch and flipping around on the stereo or the tube, new students will find things aren't quite like home.
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