2 - The Michigan Daily - Monday, May 5, 2003 -NEWS ROBBERY Continued from Page 1 Ulrich's has already implemented security guards to be present during store hours, said an anonymous Progressive Security Group officer. "There are two security guards work- ing store hours. We're not looking for anything in particular. They just want us around for extra security," he added. Michigan Book and Supply is also increasing its level of security. "We are also training personnel to implement robbery procedures - what to do in the event of a robbery. Personal awareness when coming to and leaving work - to be conscious of (your) sur- roundings. Also to inform management of suspicious activity while at work," Michigan Book and Supply textbook manager Scott Rambo said But even though safety may be in question for many businesses, LSA jun- ior Nik Frank-Lehrer said this robbery will not be a deterrent to shop at the store. "What are the odds the same guys will rob the place at gunpoint? There weren't customers involved so I don't feel scared. I wouldn't want to work there though," he said. He added that he never had the allusion that Ann Arbor was totally safe. "Violence in Ann Arbor is not exces- sive, but people have to expect incidents to occur every once in a while," he added. (U)l 'U i track By Sanantm Woll Daily Staifmpsite cturers and non-tenure- faculty vote to unionize Recent University graduates were not the only commu- nity members with cause to celebrate this weekend - many lecturers and non-tenure-track faculty members from all three campuses also assembled for festivities in celebration of their recent vote to unionize. The election results released by the Michigan Employment Relations Commission show that in a vote of 631-135, about 64 percent of the 1280 eligible faculty on the three University campuses voted to form the Lecturers Employee Organization (LEO). Jon Curtis, an organizer for the Michigan Federation of Teachers and School-Related Personnel, said one of the most important issues among LEO membership is job security. Another important concern is salary, as many non-tenure fac- ulty members make a lot less than public school teachers. Improving health care benefits and professional development are two other important issues that LEO wishes to address during forthcoming negotiations. Members will be surveyed over the summer in order to identify other key concerns and gain a consensus on issues with which LEO should begin. Chairperson of the Dearborn organizing committee Bonnie Halloran said that LEO organ- izers are, "very concerned about being in touch with [their] entire membership." Over the summer, organizers from all three campuses plan to formalize their new organization by draftiig a constitution, putting together a slate of officers and also a bargaining unit. "There is a lot of work that has to be done behind the scenes," said University spokesperson Julie Peterson, "and both the union and the University are engaging in these necessary discussions." Curtis, a full-time union organizer, said that the effects of recent University budget cuts on these negotiations remain to be seen, but to keep in mind that "a union is a long term proposition that requires a commitment to long term change." Halloran said that last week's voting results were a big success because winning by such a large margin shows the dissatisfaction of many lecturers and non-tenured fac- ulty members at this University. "I hope that the administration recognizes this as a strong statement," said Halloran. " Special discounted worldwide airfares. " International and domestic savings on accommodations, museums & culture, . transportation, attractions, tours and more!P " ISIConnect; more than a just a phone card!. Stav connected wherever you ao. - - INDUCTION Continued from Page 1 require vitamins to do their chemistry. I like seeing the translation of my research to application," Ludwig said. After receiving her PhD from the Cornell University Medical Col- lege, Ludwig joined the Universi- ty's biochemistry department in 1967. She has specialized in X-ray crystallography as a means to study proteins for 36 years. "It's a mark of recognition for the Uni- versity as well. It's a great place to do some really exciting work. People here really get involved with what they're doing and it's just been a really good environment to be in," Ludwig said. Inductions into NAS are familiar to several faculty members of the biochemistry department. The divi- sion has had more electees to the Academy than any other in the medical school, with fellow protein researcher Prof. Rowena Matthews enjoying the honor last year, said University Medical School spokes- woman Sally Pobojewski. Many representatives of the medical school have enthusiastical- ly commented on Ludwig's April 29 election. "Professor Ludwig is such a dedi- cated scientist. People in the med- ical school are absolutely thrilled," Pobojewski said. "Martha Ludwig is a pioneer in her field. Her research has been outstand- ing ... she is truly well deserving of this great honor," said Prof. Ayyalusamy Ramamoorthy, a fellow biophysics researcher. Despite the celebrity of her distinc- 4 tion, Ludwig remains focused on her contributions to the University. In addi- tion to her endeavors as a researcher, Ludwig has managed the Biophysics training grant and supervised funding allocations for the Michigan Life Sci- ences corridor. "She single-handedly managed the grant and has played a great role in shaping the division," Ramamoorthy said. With regard to the future, Ludwig intends to continue her protei research. 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