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Nominate someone for the 20th Annual James Neubacher Awards

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May 1, 2009 -- H1N1 (swine) flu information

he University is responding to the public health emergency alert issued by U.S. Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). A central website dedicated to news and information about the H1N1 outbreak is available from the U-M Gateway page.

Are you graduating May 2?

April 21, 2009: Are you graduating May 2? Find updated details regarding Spring Commencement at Michigan Stadium posted on www.commencement.umich.edu. Ticket distribution begins Monday, April 27 in the Alumni Center (200 Fletcher Street). Please bring your MCard with you when picking up your tickets. Click here for the ticket distribution schedule: http://www.commencement.umich.edu/other/tickets.html

Climate Savers Computing Initiative @ U-M

April 24, 2009 -- Climate Savers Computing Initiative @ U-M, in conjunction with local partners at all three campuses, will host three free e-waste recycling events designed to help southeast Michigan residents, small businesses and non-profits responsibly recycle electronics they no longer need or want.

Message from the Provost and Chief Health Officer about the swine flu outbreak

April 27, 2009 -- An important message from the Provost and Chief Health Officer about the swine flu outbreak. Read more

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Campus response to recent anti-Semitic vandalism incident

Members of the University Community were informed today of a reported incident of anti-Semitic vandalism just off campus. Intolerance has no place at the University of Michigan. Incidents like this disrupt and interrupt our core values, and create harm to both the individual and the greater community. Any member of the community who experiences an incidence of hate or bias should report the incident.

apply to be a CommonGround Workshop facilitators

April 3, 2009 -- IGR is looking for 20 - 30 students to volunteer as CommonGround Workshop facilitators for next fall. Incoming Workshop Facilitators are expected to attend a 2-day training retreat in September, facilitate 2-3 workshops per month, and attend monthly meetings. Though this is an unpaid, volunteer opportunity, CommonGround Workshop Facilitators have a history of a sustained commitment to facilitating and being a part of the social justice community on campus. To complete the application and for more information

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Laura Blake Jones named Associate Vice President and Dean of Students

Vice President for Student Affairs E. Royster Harper has named Laura Blake Jones as associate vice president for student affairs and dean of students. Pending regental approval of the appointment, Blake Jones will assume the position July 13, 2009.

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Buy Apple Products from the Computer Showcase and help support Dance Marathon

Students -- you can save cash and help save kids when you buy at the Computer Showcase in the Michigan Union. The Showcase is featuring special Apple prices from March 2 - March 20 on a number of iMacs, MacBooks, iPods and the Apple Time Capsule.

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U-M DPS SECURITY BULLETIN - Thefts from vehicles on North Campus

The U-M Department of Public Safety is alerting students, staff, faculty and residents of North Campus that several thefts from vehicles recently have been reported. In all cases, global positioning system (GPS) and other small electronic devices had been left in view, side windows were smashed and the belongings removed.

Social Climate Matters Conference: Safe Conversations on the Middle East

The Middle East is in the news and the issues are on campus. You can share basic information about the issues, hear your fellow student's concerns, and help to begin the process to develop strategies about how to address the effect that the current situation in the Middle East has on campus climate.

Apply to be the student Spring Commencement Speaker!

Are you graduating this spring and interested in representing the Class of 2009 as the student Spring Commencement speaker? If so, now is the time to submit your speech for consideration by a panel of students, faculty and staff. The deadline is Wednesday, March 11 at 5:00 pm.

Utilizing Diversity for Performance and Results

How do successful organizations achieve results through their diversity programs? What distinguishes an effective diversity program from administrative double-talk? You can find out at the Hubbard Workshop at the Stephen M. Ross School of Business on March 20th

March Madness

March 2009 March Madness is quickly approaching! You can download free bracket posters to track both the men's and women's NCAA competition. Click here to download your bracket posters.

Expansion of the Zipcar car-sharing program

February 2009 The Zipcar car-sharing program at the University has been growing so much in popularity, membership and utilization that, in late January, we added another Zipcar location to the program – the Hill St. (S8) Parking Structure. This is the first covered parking option for our Zipcar members.

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CAPS Needs Your Help with the Do Something Campaign

February 20, 2009 Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) wants you to share how you "do something" to increase college student mental health awareness by sharing your personal story. The first 100 participants will receive a free hat or 1 GB flash drive!

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Hot Tips during a Cool Market from the Career Center

Looking for a job after graduation? Worried about the current job market?

University Unions Survey

Share your thoughts about the University Unions (Michigan Union, Michigan League & Pierpont Commons) and enter a drawing with terrific prizes by taking a 15 minute online survey. Deadline for entries is February 20, 2009.

Contact Information for Government Officials from the Office of the Vice President for Government Relations

February 2009 Students, faculty and staff often send correspondence, invitations and publications to the offices of federal, state and local elected officials as a means of keeping these officials informed of issues, activities and events on campus. With every election, there are changes to who holds public office. The Office of the Vice President for Government Relations (OVPGR) can help you stay up-to-date with these changes so that correspondence is addressed appropriately to current officeholders. Whenever possible, it is preferred to avoid sending information from the University to individuals who no longer hold elected office.

Inauguration Viewing at Trotter House

January 19, 2009 Students! If you didn't make the trex to DC for the Inauguration of Barack Obama, you can watch it on campus! Join your fellow students at the Trotter House January 20 to watch all the festivities on the big screens.

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The Financial Crisis and YOU

January 13, 2009 Students are invited to attend a forum called

2009 ITCS Student Advisory Group

January 12, 2009 Students! Information Technology Central Services is looking for 10 to 15 technologically skilled or challenged, undergraduate or graduate students representing a cross-section of the U-M community to meet monthly and share their ideas about computing on campus.

DPS CALEA Accreditation Public Information Session

January 12, 2009 Students are invited to participate and offer comments at a public information session at 7 p.m. February 2 related to the upcoming assessment of DPS for national accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc., (CALEA). The session will be conducted in the Kipke Conference Center within the Campus Safety Services Building at 1239 Kipke Drive, just east of Crisler Arena.

ITCS 2008–2009 Winter Break Hours

Most ITCS offices will be closed from 5:00pm December 24 through 8am January 2. Please report critical service outages or problems to 764-HELP during this period.

Last Chance Senior Portrait Opportunity!

Dec.8, 2008 Seniors! Last chance to have your senior portrait taken for The Michiganensian. On Dec. 8th and 9th, Carl Wolf Studios will take portraits for the yearbook in the Sophia B. Jones room in the Union from 10:00am - 6:00pm. No appointment necessary! There is a $14.00 sitting fee that you will pay when you have your photo taken. You can pay by Cash, Check, Credit Card, or Student Account.

UM Fair Trade Holiday Sale

Students organize a fair trade sale of dozens of affordable gifts at Angell Hall and Michigan Union UM Fair Trade Holiday Sale benefits artisans and raises awareness Michigan Union on December 3, from 11am-5pm Angell Hall on Dec 4-5, from 11am-5pm

Mumbai Candlelight Vigil

At 9pm on Monday, December 1st, a Candlelight Vigil will be held on the University of Michigan Diag in light of the tragedy in Mumbai, India last week.

Amaizin’ Blue Student Tailgate November 22, 2008!

Students! Going down to Columbus for the 105th competition between U-M and OSU on Saturday, Nov. 22nd? Start your day at the Amaizin' Blue Student Tailgate, 9 - 11:30 at the Fawcett Conference Center.

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UM ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS (AOD) POLICY

October 28, 2008 The University of Michigan strives to maintain a campus community free of the adverse effects from the misuse and abuse of alcohol and other drugs. The university has adopted a policy in support of the academic mission and in compliance with the Drug Free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989.

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Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities

Learn about your rights and responsibilities as a U-M Student. Read The Read more...

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. In compliance with federal regulations and University policies, the Office of the Registrar has made a website available to students which explains a student's rights under FERPA

2008-09 Campus Safety Handbook Now Available

Campus Safety is important to everyone. The U-M Department of Public Safety publishes an annual Michigan Campus Safety Handbook . Learn how to stay safe today and everyday.

27th annual "Blood Battle," November 4-21

Students! Do your part to beat OSU this year! Give blood during the annual "Blood Battle" between November 4 - 21.

How Secure is the Internet?

IT security experts will address recent major threats to the infrastructure of the Internet, new ways of analyzing complex security data, and security myths and mistakes.

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UM Emergency Alert Sign-ups

Please support the U-M Emergency Alert program by helping to promote its availability. When DPS determines there is an active emergency in which the public safety of the campus may be at risk, they can send an urgent notification through the UM Emergency Alert system (http://www.umemergencyalert.umich.edu/), which launched last March. To date, only 25% of students on the Ann Arbor campus and 26% of all faculty and staff have signed up for the service.

Blue Bucks and Dining Dollars

Living off campus but want to eat on campus this fall? Sign up for Blue Bucks and Dining Dollars!

Stem Cell Research at U-M

Stem cell science is one of the most important areas in biomedical research today. It has already yielded key insights into the elusive biology of human development and has great potential for increasing our understanding of devastating human diseases. To learn more about the issues and stem cell research at U-M see http://www.umich.edu/stemcell/.

Phishing scam alerts

Wondering if that email you received is legitimate or another phishing scam? Be safe!

Student Affairs Organization Chart

Wondering which offices are part of the Division of Student Affairs? See the organizational chart!

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Reader’s Digest rankings of perceived preparedness and safety on college campuses

Attached you will find a press release Reader’s Digest issued today regarding safety on college campuses, including rankings of perceived preparedness and crime stats. The U-M received an “A” rating from the magazine for emergency preparedness (we appear as #34 of 135 schools).

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Give it. Get it. Expect Respect.™

September 7th, 2007 Summer was primetime to introduce our newest undergraduate students to the concepts of the Expect Respect ™ campaign

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LSA theme Year 2007-2008 - ChinaNow: A Contemporary Exploration

The LSA 2007-08 theme year, "ChinaNow: A Contemporary Exploration," launches a yearlong exploration this fall of the culture and society of contemporary China and its place in this era of intensified globalization.

Tips for College and University Students: Managing Your Distress in the Aftermath of the Virginia Tech Shootings

April 18, 2007 American Psychological Association Help Center

Wondering what comes next after Prop 2?

The Center for Afroamerican and African Studies presents A Community Forum on Affirmative Action Wednesday, December 6, 2006 6:00- 8:30 pm Angell Hall Auditorium D Featuring presentations and dialogue about how we can work to increase diversity and strive for equality in Michigan after Prop 2