The Michigan Daily - Wednesday, March 13, 2002 - 7 Project aids those with dreams of Hollywood '°t,° 0Y r By Samantha Woll For the Daily This spring, the University commu- nity will have the chance to explore the world of movie-making first hand. Project M Film, an idea envisioned by recent University graduate Dominic Bartalino, presents an opportunity for aspiring writers, actors and directors to be able to realize their dreams of mak- ing their own movie. Project M Film was inspired by Pro- ject Greenlight, a joint effort by Mira- max Films & Television and LivePlanet to create an online screen- writing competition that would give an unknown screenwriter the chance to make their movie with Ben Affleck, Matt Damon and Chris Moore as exec- utive producers. After toying around with the idea for a couple of years, Bartalino said he decided to use the University's resources to do what Damon and Affleck were doing, but with a "U of M twist." The project is open to anyone affili- ated with the University and calls upon the talents and ideas of everyone rang- ing from writers, actors and producers to costume and makeup artists. The deadline for the screenwriting contest is April 27 and the filming will take place over the summer. The winner's film will be shown at the Michigan Theater next fall. Bartalino, who hopes that this will become an annual event, is planning on funding Project M Film through corporate sponsors but is also considering a non-profit route. "Hopefully it will dig up and show- case the hidden talents of kids who always wanted to write that screenplay, sit behind the camera, or be a star but never had the opportunities" LSA sophomore Ryan Lewis said. "The idea of a film being done entirely by the community at Univer- sity of Michigan excited me a lot," said Shrihari Sathe, an LSA freshman who is planning to major in film and video studies. Sathe also pointed out that he is eager to gain first-hand experience though this project, one of Bartalino's main objectives. Another goal of Bar- talino's is to bridge the gap between students and faculty through the process of filmmaking and the open invitation to anyone affiliated with the University. Bartalino graduated from the Uni- versity in August with a degree in gen- eral studies and has expressed a strong interest in the entertainment business. He said his main focus is on "putting entertainment into the hands of every- day people. He chose "Entertainment for the People, by the People" as the motto for his company Blazing Horizons. Echoing Bartalino's vision, Lewis said, "It sounds like a really great idea because I know that there is a lot of tal- ent at the University that remains untapped because of a lack of funding and the difficulties in registering for film classes." Since this project is open to any- one who is affiliated with the Uni- versity, it provides that opening or big break for those who do not yet have an outlet for their movie mak- ing creative energy. LSA sophomore Katie Moore is eager to get started with this project. "I'm very excited to see what the story line will be, and when the 'project will begin rolling. It's a great project for those of us who live in Ann Arbor over the summer." Anyone interested can visit the web- site, wwwprojectmfilm.com. GINSBERG CENTER FOR SERVICE & LEARNING Opportunities for Students 1 ! , r r o f rG New state law complcates recall of elected officials LANSING (AP) - It would be said it more difficult to recall locally process elected public officials under a bill Rep. narrowly approved yesterday by the 56 perc state House. recallin The House voted 62-36 across in last party lines to approve the bill that the legi would permit the recall of an offi- the peol cial only if the recall tally was at Stanl least one vote more than the num- recalled ber of votes the official received in because the last election. in the n Now, an official elected by, say, than ag 10,000 votes can be recalled by as tion, M few as 50 votes as long as they're Abou the majority of recall voters. 90,368 While supporters of the bill said for the it will cut down on the large num- "How ber of frivolous recalls, opponents more p the michigan daily AVAIL. MAY 3 bdrm, 3 prkg, utils incl., furn., C Across from Bells. $900/mo. neg. 741-9489. Nort would make the recall too difficult. Jack Minore (D-Flint) where ent of city voters approved g Mayor Woodrow Stanley week's special election, said slation leaves out the will of ple. ley wouldn't have been d under provisions in the bill more people voted for him most recent general election ainst him in the recall elec- inore said. ut 32 percent of the city's registered voters turned out recall election. often are you going to get eople to vote in a special election than a general election?" asked Rep. Steve Pestka (D-Grand Rapids.) "Is this the appropriate solution, or are we creating more of a problem?" Petitions would have to clearly and truthfully state the reasons for the recall under the bill. Now, state law allows recalls for any reason, as long as the petitioner gets enough signatures to have it appear on the ballot. Rep. 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LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES WORK STUDY OPPORTUNITIES Project SERVE Leadership Teams & Site Leaders: Project SERVE is a student-run university department that works to involve students in community service and social action through providing volunteer information and placement opportunities, alternative break experiences, large campus-wide service programs, and issue-based educ I 'n and awareniess The following are needed for 2002-2003: * Alternative Spring Break Lead Team& Site Leaders * Alternative Weekends Lead Team & Site Leaders * SPARK Lead Team & Site Leaders (Comnunity Plunge, MLK Day, etc.) * VIEW (Volunteers Involved Every Week)Lead Team & Site Leaders *Issue Education Lead Team Q * Volunteer Connection Lead Team Application available at www.umich.edu/-mserve/serve. Applications due Monday, March 18 at 5:00 p.m. Project Community Student Facilitators/Coordinators: Project Community /Sociology 389 is an undergraduate Sociology service-learning course that involves students in Criminal Justice, Education, & Health community placements. Registered students participate in a weekly seminar that is facilitated by a Project Community student coordinator. Coordinators receive graded undergraduate credit in Soc 395. Coordinators also complete additional coursework, including training, which is over and above the site ard seminar requirements for Soc 389. Information is available at wwwiumichedu/~mnerve/ProjectCommunity. Interested students should sign up for an interview by contacting laurastt-umich.edu. Interviews will be held March 18-29. America Reads Tutoring Corps Tutors: America Reads Tutors receive work-study funds to work one-on-one with preschool through third grade children. Tutors work with children twice a week in two-hour time blocks. Tutors will attend orientation and training sessions in September and on-gong in-service sessions during the academic year. After placement at a school or community site, tutors will write lesson plan priOr to each tutoring session, assess tutees' progress, and attend monthly teai meetings. Applications available at wwwumich.edu/~mserve/AmericaReads. Applications due March 15. National Board - Student Members: The National Board is made up of students (2 graduate and 2 undergraduate), faculty members, community members, alumni and other at-large persons with experience and expertise in community service. Student members are expected to remain active on campus, promote the ideals of the Center through various channels, and represent the Center at the University and beyond. Student members are expected to make a minimum one year commitment and attend semi-annual National Board meetings. Applications available at www.umich.edu/-mserve. Applications due Friday, March 22 at 5:00 p.m. Student Advisory Board: The Student Advisory Board consists of 15-20 student leaders that represent multiple center and campus constituencies. They provide input to the staff regarding the programs, initiatives, and directions of the Ginsberg Center and voice the needs and concerns of students as they relate to the work of the Center. They also act as a student voice for the Center on campus. Student members are expected to make a minimum one semester commitment and attend Student Advisory Board meetings twice a semester. The first meeting will be held in late September or early October. Applications available at www.umich.edu/mserve. Applications due Friday, March 22 at 5:00 p.m. Student' Initiative Grants: A call for proposals has been issued by the Center to student organizations involving their members in the community. Applications are available at www.umich.edu /-mserve. Proposals will be funded up to $2,500, and are due Friday March 15, 2002 at 5:00 p.m. There will be a technical assistance workshop on Friday, March 8th between 3:30-5 at the Center, 1024 Hill St. Ginsberg Student Fellows: The Center will support a group of up to 5 undergraduate and 3 graduate student Fellows in their work to develop and implement community partnerships and projects. SUMMER SUBLET AVAIL.MAY 7 Large 5 bdrm. hse. near B-school. neighborhood, prkg, ldry, 3 baths, dwshr. 734-475-2577. Quiet ADORABLE CHILDREN NEED your nurturing care- 2 1/2 yr. boy and 1 yr. old girl. 20-30 hrs./ '.k Start late April, non-smoker, own car, experience and references. 734-944-2521. BABYSITTING WANTED March 31st - April 4th, 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Trans. Re- quired. Contact Lena at 662-3062. CHILDCARE For 2.5 & 1 YR. old. 10-15 hrs/wk. Non-smoker, transportation, experience and references. Call (734) 677-6629. 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