…Ann Arbor, MI ONE-HUNDRED-NINETEEN YEARS OF EDITORIAL FREEDOM -Or 100' A Weekly Summer Edition Ann Arbor, MI ONE-HUNDRED-NINETEEN YEARS OF EDITORIAL FREEDOM Weekly Summer Edition Texting ban needs state's drive Michigan must properly enforce the new road-tex- ting laws to prevent OMGs. >>SEE PAGE4 ARTS The Hold Steady can't find'Heaven' New album 'Whenever' still rocks, but doesn't quite capture the moment. >>SEEPAGE9 SPORTS Baseball falls...…
…PLAY DRAWS PROTESTER DRAMA NEWS Turning algae into biofuel 'U researchers make key advances in creating alterna- tive fuel resources. >> SEE PAGE 2 0PINI ON A new perspective on where we live Carolyn Lusch takes a look at the dynamics of southeastern Michigan. SEE PAGE 5 ARTS 'Iron Man 2' is the ghost of a good thing The "prima donna" brother of the first "Iron Man" is just bad reality TV on the big screen. >> SEE PAGE 10 SPORTS Michigan soft...…
… Physicists on hunt for the Higgs boson 'U' conference draws theo- rists from around the world to discuss particle physics. . SEE PAGE 2 City Council may cut cops and firefighters Councilwoman Sabra Bri- ere elaborates on priorities effecting tonight's buget vote. >> SEE PAGE 4 ARTS 'Kells' charms in two dimensions Classy and classic, Oscar- nominated Irish fantasy is an animated pot o' movie gold. >> SEE PAGE 9 SPORTS 'M' women's tennis heade...…
…DRED-TWENTY YEARS OF lDITORIAL FREEDOM Panelists discuss effective leadership High-profile speakers touch on qualities that define true leaders in today's economy. >>SEEPAGE2 OP N ON The GRE sets a poor standard Tom Pavone discusses why the GRE doesn't cut it as a gauge of student potential. >SEE PAGE 4 Galaxies ahead of the competition Nintendo proves its prowess with "Galaxy 2," the latest Mario classic. >SEE PAGE 8 SPORTS M' women's tennis...…
…SUPER REGIONAL SHOCKER: The No.2 Mi 'U' racecar posts runner-up finish Student group competes in race against 120 other teams from around the globe. >>SEE PAGE 2 Ex-Medical faculty calls out the 'U' Dr. Douglas Smith cites a pattern of abuse by 'U' administrators. SEE PAGE5 Behind the 'Myth' with Claire Sloma The Daily meets the LSA senior starring in Cannes entry "The Myth of the Amer- ican Sleepover." -'SEE PAGE 10 'M' baseball season ends...…
…NEWS V experts weigh in on BP oil spill Professors discuss the spill's ecological, economic, and business implications. >> SEE PAGE2 OPIN iON A 3% rate increase? What gives? E. Royster Harper, vice presi- dent for student affairs, explains her recommendation for a housing rate increase. >> SEE PAGE 4 Metro Detroit needs better mass transit Carolyn Lusch explains how new plans could link the city and suburbs like never before. >>SEE PAGE 5 ARTS...…
…ONE-HUNDRED-TWENTY YEARS OF EDITORIAL FREEDOM vveeiy Summer ation PEDAL TO THE GREEN METAL Future construction to be LEED silver U' pledges increased eco- friendliness on all upcoming construction projects. >> SEE PAGE 2 OPINION World Cup: Econom- ic 'goal' or red card? Eric Stulberg questions the notion that the World Cup brings prosperity to its host. >> SEE PAGE 5 ARTS Return of 'The Karate Kid' Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan do a fair job...…
…Ar- 4 S[UNDRED-TWENTY YEARS OF EDITORIAL FREED( 14 uWm' NEWS Asian carp found near Lake Michigan Possible migration of inva- sive species into Great Lakes draws concern from many. >> SEE PAGE 2 OPINION Put down the books and play Tyler Jones examines how playtime can be just as vital to success as study sessions. >> SEE PAGE5 A RTS Dublin turns to Hell in 'The Seafarer' The Performance Network's latest VU faculty-driven play battles drunken d...…
…The University Solar Car -'_' .' a .. .. lie 11, qfi knn Arbor, MI ONE-HUNDRED-TWENTY YEARS OF EDITORIAL FREEDOM Texting ban takes effect across Mich. Police officers prepare to enforce ban against violators who text and drive. >SEE PAGE2 The Patriot Act's modern Red Hunt A McCarthy-era victim weighs in on Humanitarian Law Project v. Holder. >> SEE PAGE 4 ATS The 'Twilight' of good filmmaking "Eclipse" is as colorless and bland as Edward ...…
…NEWS Incoming freshman makes regent bid Prospective first-year Simon Boehme is collecting signa- tures for the fall ballot. SEE PAGE 2 OPINION Living up to James Angell's ideal The largest freshman class in 'U' history should be wel- comed, says Tyler Jones. SEE PAGE5 ARTS M.I.A. stays true to form with latest LP '\/\/\ Y /\" proves the Sri Lankan is going to say what she wants, and say it loud. SEE PAGE 9 SPORTS LegendaryU'coach Warhurst reti...…
…er- r , ,, yy r. x .,"' r ".y 3 Ann Arbor, MI ONE-HUNDRED-TWENTY YEARS OF EDITORIAL FREEDOM Weekly Summer Edition NEWS UMHS ranked among top hospitals U.S. News and World Report rates the University's Health System in its latest rankings. >> SEE PAGE 2 OPINION Hurrah to the...sun and blue? Wolverine volleyball players Lexi Zimmerman and Court- ney Fletcher discuss how. >> SEE PAGE 5 ARTS Return of the Ann Arbor Art Fairs For four days, the ci...…
…NEWS Dem. primary for A2 mayor draws near Incumbent John Hieftje faces criticism from blogger and candidate Patricia Lesko. >> SEE PAGE 2 OPINION Breaking out of the big city anonymity Carolyn Lusch learns how to make friends with strangers from Ann Arbor to New York. >> SEE PAGE 5 ARTS Michael Moore teams with SAC Traverse City Film Festival founder brings student films up north for second year. >> SEE PAGE 9 SPORTS Wolverines hope to rebound...…
…Ann Arbor, MI ONE-HUNDRED-TWENTY YEARS OF EDITORIAL FREEDOM Weekly summer Edition NEWS Polling stations to relocate on campus Voting stations in Univer- sity residential halls will be removed for security. >> SEE PAGE 2 OPINION The right choices for city government The Daily endorses candi- dates for mayor and council- members for Wards]1, 4 and 5. >> SEE PAGE 4 ARTS All is right at the Michigan As lesbian couple, Moore and Bening stand out i...…
…NEWS 'U' student proposes novel retail idea Finalist in entrepreneur con- test designs online site for rental baby clothing. SEE PAGE 2 OPINION Council's couch ban proposition won't sit The city shouldn't have con- trol over upholstered porch furniture. SEE PAGE 4 ARTS Grant Park's ever-growing gala Lollapalooza ropes in big acts and newer names alike for a three day urban escape. SEE PAGE 8 SPORTS Potential King of Big Ten lies with 'M' Michi...…
…Ube lidli1 an 3aitIj Ann Arbor, Michigan Wednesday, January 6, 2010 michigandaily.com FUNDING HIGHER EDUCATION 'U'officials: Historic cut may come in state funding Higher education van expanded on she remarks to the Senate Advisory Committee funding could see on University Affairs she made the day before regarding the 20- to 25-percent expected cut. Sullivan said that along with cut, officials say students serving on her student budget ad...…
…The films, albums, TV shows, video games, songs and YouTube videos that topped the year. btEE3AITigan aiI Ann Arbor, Michigan Thursday, January 7, 2010 THE SOUNDS OF MEDITATION michigandaily.com UNGH IG HE R E DUATIO N Students, 'U' prepare for looming cuts instate funds MARISSA MCCLAIN/Daily Ypsilanti resident Tisha Moore participates in a Kirtan Yoga Chant in the Crazy Wisdom Bookstore & Tea Room on Main Street last night. Kirtan is a 5...…
…be 1Midig lan L ~ Ann Arbor, Michigan Friday, January 8,2010 michigandaily.com NEW TEACHING PROGRAM ANNOUNCED Fellowship to train 'new generations' of teachers AARON AUGSBURGER/Dcily Ann Arbor Public Schools Superintendant Todd Roberts speaks to the citizens at Ann Arbor's Huron High School about proposed cuts to the school district's budget last night. The meeting was the first of four public forums about the budget cuts scheduled for th...…
…ALF SLIDE MYSTERY MESS tern gave Michigan a Sherlock's got plenty of comeback medicine. abrawn, not enough brains. E SPORTSMONDAY, PAGEBSEE ARTS, PAGE 5A 7 4cIfte Mii an Ba Ily Ann Arbor, Michigan Monday, January 11, 2010 michigandailycom DRUMMING IN THE NEW YEAR y Cti :..w Y1s.. 5 _ .mw 3 U :Pay raise shift not the result of LEO grievance MIA MARINO/Daily Caren Sole and her father, Brian Sole, play the drums in Raoin Taiko, a traditiona...…
…MIDSEASON REPORT REMEMBERING FLEMING The Daily hockey writers Former University President James breakdownthe team's Duderstadt reflets on the life and performance so far. legacy o Robben Fleming. SEE SPORTS, PAGE 7 SEE OPINION, PAGE 4 Ann Arbor, Michigan Tuesday, January 12, 2010 michigandaily.com U. OF VIRGINIA PICKS SULLIVAN 'U' Provost will be the first female president in school's history COURTESY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA The Un...…
…BLACK AND BLUE GAY AND GREEK Joe Stapleton breaks down the A look at the experience of members of problems behind Michigan men's the Greek community who are - whether basketball's disappointing season. or not their brothers know it - gay. SEE SPORTS, PAGE 8A SEE THE STATEMENT, INSIDE Ann Arbor, Michigan Wednesday, January 13, 2010 michigandaily.com STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE 'U' mulls changes to student health plan DETROIT ON DISPLAY Offic...…
…ANIMANIACS An exploration of the role anime culture plays in A2. SEE THE B-SIDE, INSIDE (1ieC ff1iI a aImj Ann Arbor, Michigan Thursday, January 14,2010 michigandaily.com ONE PERSON'S TRASH IS ANOTHER'S ART PROVOST PICKED AS PRESIDENT Sullivan 'surprised' by UVA pres. offer MARISSA MCCLAIN/Daily Art & Design freshman Paris Glickman peruses the shelves at The Scrap Box for recycled materials for an art project yesterday. The Scrap Box se...…
…e ic tpa1T t1 Ann Arbor, Michigan Friday, January 15, 2010 michigandaily.com INTERNATI0NAL EF[ORTS clinic, hospital to aid Haitian relief cause Concrete Cutting & Breaking, Inc. employee Bob Cook explains the process of using a diamond saw to remove a piece of a concrete wall from the original structure of the Law School's rear facade yesterday. He used the blade of the saw, which is covered in diamonds, to cut through the surface as part...…
…1ie Aid~igan40aim Ann Arbor, Michigan Tuesday, January 19, 2010 michigandaily.com SAID ALSALAH/Daly Fans rush the court after Michigan's 68-63 upset over No. 15 Connecticut on Sunday at Crisler Arena, For more on the game, see SportsTuesday, inside. Maturing, one upset at a time THE FUTURE OF HIGHER EDUCATION Report:'U other schools failinpublic " " mission Study finds top terms faco ositeratioofminor } ity student access, low-income stu-...…
…Why the federal government needs to step in and stop the migration of Asian carp into the Great Lakes. )) PAGE 4A L '''D I fL C D The everyday struggles of 1 I those with invisible disab ities.- SEE THE ~be fiidiian 0i~ Ann Arbor, Michigan Wednesday, January 20, 2010 TIP-CUP FOR A CAUSE michigandaily.com THE FUTURE OF HIGHER EDUCATION 'U' official surprised' by study's results JAKE FROMM/Daily Evan Doering, a trainee at Comet Coffee in N...…
…r ! 110,13 " MODERN EXPRESSION How New York artist Cory Arcangel uses cats on pianos, Guitar Hero and the Internet to bring us art that defies classifcation. AIW 46 'Ift U$Qe iigan Ann Arbor, Michigan Thursday, January 21, 2010 michigandaily.com ON THE CUTTING EDGE AFTER T HE Q UAK Campus mobilzeS for Haiti reCovery 'U' medical student ican Republic in hopes of finding greater access to medical care, is treating victims leading to an ...…
…SPORTS Women's basketball loses a nail-biter against rival No. 5 Ohio State at Crisler. PAGE 8 a fo k si g erlivi g inth e sh ad wW N hisf1me1ppi AnPAE, Ann Arbor, Michigan Friday, January 22, 2010 STRIKE A POSE michigandailycom lETURERS' CONTRACT NGOI IO ',' LEOto start new contract talks today A passerby views the School of Art & Design all student exhibition award winners at the Work Gallery on South State Street yesterday. The exhibit...…
…SPORT 0ONDA e ,The Michigan basketball team - without pleases no one. Manny Harris after a suspension - falls to PAGE 8A No.15 Purdue in West Lafayette. aPAGE1B ~be 1MIjiljan &iaIVj .F _ r . Y Ann Arbor, Michigan Monday, January 25, 2010 PATROLLNG CAMPUS POLICE For problems with DPS, a choice of two distinct paths Lieutenant Carl Hein of the Ann Arbor Fire Department shows where a team of firefighters threw a burning mattress out the win...…
…The'U'hosts a Why Sweetland MANNY RETURNS landmark orches- serves an impor- tral gathering and tant purpose, but M needs Harris, fresh off a suspension, the Chicago Sym- needs a better to have a big game against MSU tonight. phony Orchestra. space. bi i~~t~ li il an 4, t1 Ann Arbor, Michigan Tuesday, January 26, 2010 michigandailycom Hanlon selected as next 'U' provost Administrator, who has been at the University since 1986, will assume ...…
…i FROM THE DAILY: The real downside of raising salaries for university presidents? The educational experience of their students. PAGE 4A 46F 46F 46F n 4:3atlij Ann Arbor Michigan Wednesday, January 27, 2010 michigandaily.com I r1 IXT PROVOST While quick, Hanlon pick was much considered SAM WOLSON/Daily Michigan forward DeShawn Sims gets blocked by Michigan State forward Raymar Morgan during Michigan's 57-56 loss last night. For more on ...…
…rIie ffidigan 0aij Ann Arbor, Michigan UNIVERSITY ADM N SRTO University in process to be reaccredited Thursday, January 28, 2010 michigandaily.coni Every ten years University evaluated on its educational experience By JOSEPH LICHTERMAN Daily Staff Reporter The University is in the midst of the process of being reaccred- ited by the Higher Learning Com- mission - a non-governmental agency that ensures that colleges and universities througho...…
…Ube ~') idqn0iIlj *Ann Arbor, Michigan Friday, January 29, 2010 michigandaily.com At town ball, 'U' officials talk campus sustainability MARISSA MCCLAIN/Daily Engineering senior Jerome Singleton prepares to run in the indoor track and field building on Tuesday. Singleton was born with fibular hemimelia, a serious bone disorder. One-le sprinter Si eon always keeps his ye o tepri ze Students, faculty and administrators gather to discuss ne...…
…AN IN-STATE PI IT ,k * I 10vBMsa - Why Austin indie-rock underdogs After dropping n in East Lansing Friday, Spoon might just be the best band 'M' came back to stun State at the Joc. of the last decade. i PAGE1B ) PAGE 8A k Ann Arbor, Michigan Monday, February 1,2010 UPWARDb OVER AT HTLLT michigandaily com U IVERSITY L AW SCHOOL In Lawyers Club, access to recycling bins limited Mi A MARNO/Daily More photos from the show Iron and Wine pe...…
…'M' goalie Bryan Hogan hits his backyard rink in Highland, Mich. to prep for the Camp Randall Classic. PAGE8 hemIc I an 4aly Ann Arbor Michigan Tuesday, February 2,2010 michigandaily.com FIELD TRIPS AND FESTIVE TUNES PAIROWNG CAMPUS POLICE Faculty talk elections for oversight cmte. reps. SAM WOLSON/Daily A young girl from the Paul Robeson Academy peers out a bus window after watching a performance by Ladysmith Black Mambazo at Hill Audit...…
…' TMichigan guard Manny Harris said last night he's coming back for his senior year. But is he having second thoughts about those comments? PAGE 8A fric4ll an 4:)atlg Ann Arbor, Michigan Wednesday, February 3, 2010 michigandailycom GROOVIN' AT UMMA STATE GO ERNMENT Granolm to ch. economy at State of State EMILY CHIU/Daily The Scott Brown Experience performs at UMMA yesterday as part of a series entitled Masterpieces Revealed: Music of t...…
…0 0 0 0 0 8B The Statement // Wednesday, February 3, 2010 PERSONALSTATEMENT HAITI RELIEF BY BETSY HEUBNER F riday morning I woke to a text from my friend Brian that read, "Call me now!" A friend of his runs an adoption agency in Colo- rado and had sent an e-mail asking for people to go to Fort Lauderdale to help with children coming in from Haiti. The agency had been promised visas for about 500 Haitian orphans and they needed volunteers i...…
…# G N M ds When do you have an obligation to hang with your high school friends and when is it time to let them go? PAGE 4A 0awe3Yf" be £idl~cigan 4,Bailg Ann Arbor, Michigan Thursday, February 4, 2010 michigandaily.com N AAt INVE TIGATION In informal meeting, regents talk NCAA probe MARISA MCCAIN[Dily More photos from Lansing Democratic Gov. Jennifer Granholm delivers her last State of the State address last night in the state Capitol B...…
…You can be a part of the "hookup culture" and not necessarily have self-respect issues. >)PAGE 4 ~~cbE l £1E14atxI Ann Arbor, Michigan Friday, February 5, 2010 michigandaily.com ULTIMATE LATE NIGHT In Obama's budget, help for students, researchers Budget proposal would increase Pell Grant amounts, research funding By BETHANY BIRON and MIKE MERAR Daily StaffReporters University officials say they're optimistic about the benefits the Univ...…
…Courtney Ratkowiak: As a public institution, the University's medical school should start paying more attention to in-state students. PAGE 4A ~be 1IIigan0aIVj Ann Arbor, Michigan UNt V STR RE A L Wayne State open center for research Monday, February 8, 2010 michigandaily.com PLAYING UNDER THE STARS Headquarters in * Lansing will be hub for research in state, officials say By JOSEPH LICHTERMAN Daily StaffReporter LANSING - Michigan's Uni-...…
…OVER-EXPLORED Once innocuous, Dora the Explorer's makeover sends the wrong message. )PAGE 5 Ann Arbor, Michigan Tuesday, February 9, 2010 michigandaily.com PATROLLNG CAMPUS POLICE SACUA votes to overhaul DPS oversight elections LSA senior Adam Runkle (back left) and Engineering junior Adrian Calderon (back middle) go over notes while LSA junior Brian Lee (front right) reads at an adult and transfer student study group held at the Chemistr...…
…C , iC i HIT I)a IV Ann Arbor, Michigan Wednesday, February 10, 2010 michigandaily.com CHILLIN' ON THE DIAG UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL Innocence Clinic case to undergo retrail JAKE FROMM/Daily LSA senior Joey Thorn makes on the Diag yesterday what he claims is his first-ever snow angel. The Ann Arbor area got hit with upwards of 10 inches of show yesterday, blanketing campus and forcing school closings in the area. MICHIGAN STUDENT ASSEMBLY M...…
…WILL GRUNDLER: Go get lost in a campus museum and you may even see some "nipple-teeth" or, as they are more commonly referred to, mastodons. PAGE 4A FORGET THE BOOKS,WRITE SOME HOOKS After more than 30 years honing the craft, Ann Arbor folk figure Dick Siegel teaches the art of songwriting in a new LSA Honors minicourse. S'SEE THE B-SIDE, INSIDE i HI1 l Ann Arbor, Michigan Thursday, February 11,:2010 michigandaily.com Regent Ihitch says s...…
…* OPINION AT From the Daily: Why President Obama was the W B H d right pick for graduation y e r -rs speaker. PAGE 4 b a m g m Ann Arbor, Michigan Friday, February 12,2010 michigandailycom OBAMA TO DELIVER COM \MENCEMENT ADDRESS University President Mary Sue Coleman made announcement last night By JACOB SMILOVITZ and KYLE SWANSON Editor in Chief and Daily News Editor President Barack Obama will be the keynote speaker at this year's spring...…
…iC i1 Yt 4.3allm * Ann Arbor, Michigan UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION In meeting, Sullivan talks budget, Obama visit Tuesday, February 16, 2010 BOXING IN THE BASEMENT michigandaily.com Provost says her office is in a seasonal lull period By ANNIE GORDON THOMAS Daily StaffReporter Speaking before the Senate Advisory Committee on Univer- sity Affairs yesterday, Provost Teresa Sullivan discussed issues ranging from the state bud- NOTEBOOK get and ...…
…Hot three-point o shooting carried ' the men's hoops team over Iowa in an overtime thriller last night. PAGE 8A L7bIe ,1kii an 40aig Ann Arbor, Michigan Wednesday, February 17,2010 michigandaily.com IT1E [J)UATIONAL EXPERIENCE Lecturer pool size outaces increasesIn tenure faculty Provost says greater BY THE NUMBERS increase in lecturers Hiring instructors at the University hasn't hurt 9% classroom experience increase in the numberottenure...…
…Brittany Smith: Campus organizations should stop competing and start working together to further their respective causes. . PAGE 4A 46F 44W 46F n at Ann Arbor, Michigan Thursday, February 18, 2010 michigandaily.com THE FOUNDATIONS OF A UNIVERSiIY Exodus from Mich. could alter in-state ratio at U * As population drops, decrease in the number of in-state students who attend the Universi- officials concerned ty, but she said she doesn't expe...…
…FROM T WALGREEN $ Joe Stapleton: How small hands and an inability to Bast' d an jump surprisingly halted my s s s dunk contest aspirations. , PAGE 5 > PAGE 8 ~:IE 0C4i n 07ailjj Ann Arbor, Michigan Friday, February 19, 2010 A HOLE NEW LOOK michigandailycom 'regents sued over closed door meeting MIA MARINO/Daily Kris Kelly of Pangea Piercing pierces Eastern Michigan University senior Betty Adams's ear at the shop's new Forafull story on Pa...…
…t i 11 IARTS FREE FALLING? The Wolverines gave Penn State its . second Big Ten win of the season on Saturday at Criser. ND unnervingly entertaining Ann Arbor, Michigan Monday, February 22, 2010 michigandaily.com ELECTIONS 2010 Rep. Dingell announces he will seek another term FORE! Longest serving U.S., representative made announcement at College Dems event By BETHANY BIRON Daily StaffReporter U.S. Rep. John Dingell (D- Mich.) announced S...…
…* Chris Koslowski: After Rep. John Dingell announced another bid for Congress, it's In season two, MTV's 116 and Pregnant"features time to consider term limits. teen moms not too thrilled to make sacrifices. PAGE 4 > PAGE5 ~Iie l1fliditgan 4L3atItj Ann Arbor, Michigan Tuesday, February 23, 2010 michigandaily.com CREDiT ON CAMPUS New credit rules won't affect deal for 'U,' bank IVAN SEKRETAREV/AP University students Charlie White and Meryl...…
…Ryan Kartje: Rich Rodriguez has the most to lose in NCAA's investigation of football program. PAGE 8 44W 46F 1111c4igan 4,1)atlg Ann Arbor, Michigan Wednesday, February 24, 2010 michigandaily.com *NCAA:MICHIGAN BROKE RULES - Much work left for 'U' before NCAA probe's conclusion In a series of interviews yesterday, NCAA experts discussed what's * next in probe process By NICOLE ABER Daily News Editor While yesterday's announcement that t...…
…PINWill Grundler takes on what's left in Ann Arbor when everyone leaves for spring break - and things. get. weird. PAGE 4A iC i1 Hn 43atlm Ann Arbor, Michigan Thursday, February 25, 2010 michigandaily.com CAMPUS MENTAL HEALTH As demand soars, CAPS increases its programs University Police officer Mike Mathews plays a training game with Tazer an explosive detection dog that's part of the Department of Public Safety's K-9 unit. The K-9 unit...…
