…6A — Friday, September 9, 2016 Arts The Michigan Daily — michigandaily.com Does binge-watching help or hurt viewers? By ALEX INTNER Daily Arts Writer I have a mixed relationship with binge-watching. A fad that started with the release of TV shows like “24” on DVD in the early 2000s and was popularized by streaming ser- vices like Netflix, binge-watching has become all the rage. Still, as a TV viewer, I have an up-and- down relati...…
…September 10, 2016: Central Florida Only in Harrison Max Bultman, Managing Sports Editor …
…FootballSaturday, September 10, 2016 2 STAFF PICKS The Daily football writers pick against the spread to predict scores for the top 25 and Big Ten in the 2016 football season. Max Bultman Jacob Gase Kelly Hall Jake Lourim UCF (+35.5) at No. 5 Michigan Michigan Michigan Michigan Michigan Michigan Western Kentucky (+28.5) at No. 1 Alabama Alabama Alabama Alabama Alabama Alabama Troy (+35.5) at No. 2 Clemson Clemson Clemson Clemson ...…
…3 TheMichiganDaily, www.michigandaily.com Michigan welcomes rebuilding Central Florida to Ann Arbor Speight, defense look to repeat impressive opening-week performances By KELLY HALL Daily Sports Editor Though it may be the first-ever meeting between Central Florida (1-0) and No. 5 Michigan, nothing too unexpected is anticipated for Saturday’s matchup at Michigan Stadium. In the Wolverines’ second straight home...…
…ONLY IN HARRISON Max Bultman, Managing Sports Editor In April, Jourdan Lewis spent a weekend in a town he won’t soon forget HARRISON, Mich. — When Tucker and Tyler Vasher’s large gray van pulled into the Dairy Queen, they could see the employees inside buzzing. In the car was perhaps the most famous athlete to visit Harrison in recent memory, and word had spread. Jourdan Lewis only has so many spare weekends, and yet her...…
…played live basketball, too. When Lewis showed them how to dunk, the Vashers could not even attempt it. But while their obvious differences could have drawn a dividing line, Lewis saw a connecting one. “The way they go about life,” Lewis said. “They don’t think about (their limitations). They don’t think about any repercussions of what they want to do, they just go out there and they do it. And that’s honestly what you have ...…
…FootballSaturday, September 10, 2016 6 UCF Q&A with the Knight News Knights come into Michigan Stadium with new coach, higher intensity By MICHIGAN DAILY STAFF Central Florida pays its first visit to Michigan Stadium on Saturday for a noon kickoff. Football writer Tyler Graddy from UCF’s student newspaper, Knight News, took some time to shed insight on Michigan’s unfamiliar opponent this weekend. The Michigan Daily: What’s b...…
…7 TheMichiganDaily, www.michigandaily.com Breakdown: Michigan vs. UCF By JAKE LOURIM Managing Sports Editor In October of 2013, when the Michigan football team scheduled a game against Central Florida for this weekend, it looked like it would be a tough non-conference test. Then quarterbacked by future No. 3 overall pick Blake Bortles, the Knights rolled to a 12-1 season, an American Athletic Conference championship and a victo...…
…FootballSaturday, September 10, 2016 8 What to Watch: Injuries, backups By JACOB GASE Daily Sports Editor After jumping into the top five of the Associated Press poll for the first time since before the 2007 season, the No. 5 Michigan football team will be a heavy favorite for the second straight week at Michigan Stadium, this time taking on Central Florida. The Knights (1-0) did pick up a 38-0 win over South Carolina State in...…
…The University of Michigan’s chapter of College Democrats kicked off one of its weekly voter registration drives Wednesday with a special appearance from actor Sean Astin, best known for his role as Sam in Lord of the Rings. Astin spoke to students and community members about campaigning at ground-level events. He also discussed his experiences with Hillary Clinton who he’s known since 1992, calling her one of the...…
…FIRST REAL LECTURES. puzzle by sudokusyndication.com University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel highlighted the importance of free speech and open discourse that respects all viewpoints in a statement to the campus community Wednesday. “The conflict of discordant ideas and opinions — even when it makes us uncomfortable — is an essential feature of an academic community,” Schlissel said. He also emphasized that ...…
…GRANT HARDY/Daily Engineering junior Julie Rieland builds an oversized Jenga tower in an event held by the Center for Entrepreneurship outside the Duderstadt Center on North Campus Wednesday. BUILT TO TOPPLE 3-News The Michigan Daily — michigandaily.com News Thursday, September 8, 2016 — 3A for the first time in decades. The Gandy Dancer was the location of the original station, before the restaurant existed. The fourth potential loc...…
…M y adolescent years were weaned on Tumblr, a website that stole too much of my middle school free time and taught me words and phrases such as “queer,” “neurotypical” and “social justice warrior.” These were the days before celebrities such as Halsey and Zendaya took social justice from the hid- den corners of the Internet and made it trend on Twitter. Back in middle school, there was no Amy Schumer to tell me I could love my body e...…
…Classifieds Call: #734-418-4115 Email: dailydisplay@gmail.com ACROSS 1 The 1% in 1% milk 4 Court activity 9 Baseball’s “Georgia Peach” 13 Common refreshment 15 TV comic Kovacs 16 Campers’ gathering place 17 Bill “Bojangles” Robinson’s forte 19 Actress Lena 20 Amazon’s biz 21 Really dug 23 One may be tipped 24 Translate, in a way 26 Landscaper’s contraption 28 Chef’s creation 31 Heavenly figure 33 Cadillac compact 36 Soup bean 38 Cookout spot...…
…Michigan’s starting QB has been a ‘different Wilton’ from last summer By KELLY HALL Daily Sports Editor When explaining the competition to his quarterbacks, passing game coordinator Jedd Fisch used a racing analogy. “Wilton had the pole position after spring,” Fisch said. “He kind of had a little bit of an edge. The race started, and the green flag was waved, and people were trying to pass people, but he just ki...…
…B The Michigan Daily | michigandaily.com | Thursday, September 8, 2016 the b-side Sam Rosenberg, Daily Arts Writer A weekend at Mary Court and Greenwood …
…2B — Thursday, September 8, 2016 the b-side The Michigan Daily — michigandaily.com At most parties, you can either feel lost or lose yourself. Depending on the atmosphere and location, a party — more specifically, a college party — is the space for young people to dance, talk, drink, smoke, laugh, make out and interact with strangers and friends. A party can be an unnerving experience, even a mediocre one at that. The place may ...…
…Oh Guy. Oh Guy. Not even 10 minutes into your show and the word “food lube” was thrown around casually. The nomenclature in “Diners Drive-Ins and Dives” is a mix of ’90s gangster rap, Dad Jokes and middle-of-the-country- salt-of-the-Earth-relentless-feel-good compliments, but I’m not that upset about it? It kinda works? It’s exciting? Or maybe that’s just the dizzying speed of these camera cuts. I blame my non-diagnosed epilepsy o...…
…By CARLY SNIDER Daily Arts Writer THURSDAY Though rain clouds and light showers plagued Grant Park on this year’s opening day, the energetic atmosphere could not be dampened. This impervious spirit was embodied by the day’s early performers — namely Melanie Martinez and Wavves. Commanding one of Lolla’s largest stages, Martinez strutted and cooed to the damp masses. The rising Voice star sounded impeccable, working the larg...…
…Starting at the beginning of classes Tuesday, the University of Michigan’s two-year-long transition to Canvas was complete — drawing mixed reactions from faculty over the process and implementation, and overall positive impressions from students. Canvas is an online learning management system that includes features such as assignments, grades and discussion boards. Moving forward, it will be the class platfo...…
…As students returned for their first day of classes, The Michigan Daily stopped by the Diag to gather some of their thoughts on what they’re excited for in the new school year. LSA Freshman Luis Orozco said his first few days on campus have been exciting because of all the different opportunities here at the University of Michigan. “As a freshman, I’m looking to find my place on campus, you know, find my own part withi...…
…to a minimum the amount of time students were required to move back and forth between the two platforms. By the summer of 2016, 89 percent of courses used Canvas. Sean DeMonner, ITS executive director of teaching and learning, was responsible for the internal team tasked with implementing the system. He said the switch to Canvas allows the University to move forward on a more efficient version of features like gradebook, ...…
…Opinion SHOHAM GEVA EDITOR IN CHIEF CLAIRE BRYAN AND REGAN DETWILER EDITORIAL PAGE EDITORS LAURA SCHINAGLE MANAGING EDITOR 420 Maynard St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109 tothedaily@michigandaily.com Edited and managed by students at the University of Michigan since 1890. Unsigned editorials reflect the official position of the Daily’s Editorial Board. All other signed articles and illustrations represent solely the views of their authors...…
…Well-rounded ‘Pete’ By SYDNEY COHEN For The Daily Right on cue, the Disney movie mill has churned out another high- quality film with a big-name cast, this time in the form of simple and frothy children’s film “Pete’s Dragon.” While the film is not altogether remarkable, it stands to argue that sometimes meeting expec- tations of mediocrity can be pleas- ing in its own right. With its own set of high and low moments, “P...…
…Classifieds Call: #734-418-4115 Email: dailydisplay@gmail.com ACROSS 1 Bucks in the woods 6 Ratted out the bad guys 10 Dept. store stock 14 Condor’s condo? 15 Prefix with logical 16 Dry as a desert 17 Cold weather groundswell that can cause pavement damage 19 Go for the worm 20 Wind down or wind up 21 Name in Cold War news 22 Wright who wondered, “What’s another word for ‘thesaurus’?” 24 Ball catcher 25 Needing wheels 26 Ancient siege weapon...…
…Sports The Michigan Daily — michigandaily.com Wednesday, September 7, 2016 — 7A Atuahene, Sahlool spark ‘M’ By BRANDON CARNEY Daily Sports Writer Through its first three games, the Michigan men’s soccer team had developed a clear problem. The Wolverines were still evaluating their options for where their next goal was going to come from. They had been shut out in two of their first three matches as they couldn’t figure out who w...…
…8A — Wednesday, September 7, 2016 Sports The Michigan Daily — michigandaily.com Onwenu contributing on both sides True freshman 375-pounder making his mark in more ways than one By JACOB GASE Daily Sports Editor Weighing in at 375 pounds — and looking like every bit of it up close — freshman offensive lineman Michael Onwenu is the biggest player on the Michigan football team, and not by a small margin. But what does a player ...…
…statement THE MICHIGAN DAILY | SEPTEMBER 7, 2016 disconnected …
…I ’m alive, and therefore I sweat. At a young age I learned to merge those two gross activities into an ipso-facto literary equa- tion à la Descartes. I don’t fancy myself a philosopher, though, unless of course Descartes sweat. Which he probably did, because he was alive. Then, ipso facto, I am a philosopher. See how that works? Regardless, there’s something about summer that turns me into a deep, perspiring thinker. Maybe it’s th...…
…3B Wednesday, September 7, 2016 / The Statement T his summer, I had the wonderful opportunity to study abroad in Grenoble, France, for six weeks, take classes in French and live with a French family. Considering my prospects for internships after my sophomore year were low, I thought it would be something to do. I spent the last three summers working in a restaurant in my hometown, and I knew I couldn’t do that for another summer. T...…
…Wednesday, September 7, 2016 // The Statement 4B Wednesday, September 7, 2016 // The Statement 5B accounts for certain sites that ask for a Face- book login, rather than providing the opportu- nity to make your own or use a Google login. But these difficulties are not enough to force him to join the website with 1.7 billion users. The distaste for online relationships, Ellison said, is one of three reasons cited for people who do not h...…
…W e’re always told that this is the prime of our life, this college thing. I believe the elusive, omnipotent “they” who dic- tate generalizations similar to the one above — They always say ignorance is bliss! — are right. This is a prime. OK, thanks for reading. Goodbye. Kidding, of course, because what in the name of Jim Harbaugh’s dad bod is a “prime?” A sexual prime may differ from, say, an artistic prime in a themat- ic sense, ...…
…Wednesday, September 7, 2016 // The Statement 7B F or the longest time, I let myself love a life I was never meant to live. I’m a cradle Catholic and regularly attended Mass at the church my family has gone to for more than 50 years. I received sacraments through- out childhood. I wanted my marriage to be recognized by God in the church. But recently, I’ve let all of these expec- tations go because I’ve finally accepted the fact th...…
…Lead vocalist Tyler Joseph performs “Holding On To You.” Wednesday, September 7, 2016 // The Statement 8B On January 20, 2016, LSA and business senior Haider Malik vocalizes frustration over the Bacha Khan University killings in Pakistan at the Diag. Members of the Ann Arbor Alliance for Black Lives lead a walk in the memory of Aura Rosser from the League to the pedestrian bridge over Washtenaw Ave on January 20, 2016. GRANT HA...…
…Former President Bill Clinton joined United Auto Workers union members and others for the annual Detroit Labor Day Parade Monday morning aiming to demonstrate the Hillary Clinton campaign’s commitment to working families. The parade began at 9:30 a.m. and marched down Michigan Avenue. Bill Clinton marched, but did not speak during the event which drew thousands of union workers and other prominent state Demo...…
…professionally, I can tell you.” Trump hosted a reserved event, travelling with just a few of his Black supporters — including former Republican contender Dr. Ben Carson. The GOP candidate also decided to give a short speech to the congregation, after turning down the offer previously. The speech lasted 10 minutes — an uncharacteristically short speech for the candidate. Trump chose not to speak about the situation of Afric...…
…hired, the auditor will evaluate AAPD community engagement processes through the end of June 2017, with a final report communicated by the end of July 2017 and a follow-up performed in February 2019. However, the other main recommendation — the oversight board — won’t start being implemented until August 2017. Lazarus said in an interview Friday that he chose to delay the implementation of an oversight board until after the ...…
…A s the school year came to a close last spring, I had an idea for a column. A tirade, really. Rather than study for the impending finals week, make headway on the 14 papers that would be due in the next week or even make the rare proactive choice to begin packing, I was going to write an article about my take on Central Student Government elections. I knew that I was not alone in thinking participating in CSG i...…
…Michigan in Color & Opinion The Michigan Daily — michigandaily.com 5A — Tuesday, September 6, 2016 Dear Mainstream, You have seen my thighs dangle out from under my shorts and my skirts. They jiggle, they flap and cause problems whenever I try on something new. It’s a little difficult to learn how to love every inch of my body fat when I go into a store — take your pick, H&M or Forever 21 — and have difficulty buying shorts. All o...…
…For more than 30 years, Bell’s Pizza stood at 700 Packard St. serving slices to students and residents alike. Now, a Domino’s Pizza will take its place — the first iteration of the franchise the University of Michigan’s Central Campus. The new restaurant will feature bicycle delivery and an entirely new open floor plan with a “pizza theater” where customers can watch their food being made. David Cesarini, the franchise owner ...…
…AMELIA CACCHIONE/Daily President Bill Clinton greets supporters during the Labor Day parade in Detroit Monday. AMELIA CACCHIONE/Daily A protestor holds up a sign against GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump during the Labor Day parade in Detroit Monday. AMELIA CACCHIONE/Daily Detroit City Council President Brenda Jones waves during the Labor Day parade in Detroit Monday. AMELIA CACCHIONE/Daily The Millwrights Local Union marches in...…
…to finish the game with 232. Speight, meanwhile, rebounded impressively by throwing for 145 yards and three touchdowns, leading the seventh-ranked Wolverines to a 63-3 victory in their season opener. The first-time starting quarterback — who beat out redshirt juniors John O’Korn and Shane Morris to win the starting job in his redshirt sophomore season — showed poise after his early mistake, finding sophomore wide receiver ...…
…The Michigan Daily — michigandaily.com Tuesday, September 6, 2016 — 9A ADAM THEISEN MUSIC COLUMN Our bodies, our ‘Blonde’ selves L yrically, “Here, There and Everywhere,” off Revolver, is the most physically immediate and intimate song The Beatles ever recorded. Over quiet, calm- ing guitar strums and girl-group backing vocals from his band- mates, Paul McCartney sings lines like “to love her is to need her every- where...…
…By SYDNEY COHEN For The Daily Stop motion has always been heralded as one of the most impressive and visually stun- ning forms of animation — if done right. Stop motion ani- mation studio Laika Enter- tainment has met and sur- passed expec- tations with “Kubo and the Two Strings,” a film that holds its own as a breathtaking and mesmerizing work of art. “Kubo and the Two Strings” tells the tale of Kubo (Art Park...…
…The Michigan Daily — michigandaily.com Tuesday, September 6, 2016 — 11A BOOK REVIEW Daily Book Review: ‘Joe Gould’s Teeth’ By RENNIE PASQUINELLI For The Daily It’s not too late to pick up a short summer read. And if you’re a fan of profiles on eccen- tric historical figures, this is certainly the book for you. Joe Gould was a nobody with connec- tions. His family name carried him further than any college degree could...…
…The Michigan Daily — michigandaily.com 12A — Tuesday, September 6, 2016 …
…BSportsTuesday QUICK RECOVERY n Michigan remedied a Sunday loss with a big Friday win. Page 3B The Michigan Daily | michigandaily.com | September 6, 2016 n Inside Warde Manuel’s first game day as athletic director. SportsTuesday Column, Page 2B SATURDAY WITH WARDE E veryone saw it. A six-second video on Vine of Michi- gan football coach Jim Harbaugh punching his new starting quarter- back’s pads prior to him taking the fie...…
…Sudoku Syndication http://sudokusyndication.com/sudoku/generator/print/ 1 of 1 1/11/10 11:12 AM 4 9 6 9 8 6 9 3 5 4 2 8 1 9 5 3 7 7 8 9 4 6 1 4 2 3 7 3 1 Puzzle by sudokusyndication.com GOOD LUCK CHARM W hen Warde Manuel stepped out of the elevator and into the press box Saturday morning at Michigan Stadium, he greeted staffers with a familiar refrain. “Who’s got it better than us?” he asked. It was ...…
…The Michigan Daily — michigandaily.com September 6, 2016 — 3B SportsTuesday Michigan rolls on West Coast swing By NATHANIEL CLARK Daily Sports Writer To most teams, two weekends of road games against ranked opponents would inspire feelings of dread. But not the 10th-ranked Michigan field hockey team. The Wolverines (3-1) defeated No. 12 Stanford, 2-1, Friday and California-Berkeley, 5-0, Sunday. Michigan’s victories came f...…
…HOUSING 4B — September 6, 2016 The Michigan Daily — michigandaily.com SportsTuesday Michigan busts rust at season’s opening meet Finn runs unattached as Wolverines kick off 2016 campaign By LANEY BYLER Daily Sports Writer DEXTER, Mich. — It took 46.6 seconds for the next com- petitor to catch up to Erin Finn at the 5,000-meter Michigan Open, the first race of the sea- son. The nonscoring event con- sisted of 27 athletes, fi...…
