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The following are news briefs about important activities and events occurring at Eastern Michigan University.

  • Board of Regents meeting: The Eastern Michigan University Board of Regents meets Tuesday, Nov. 18. The schedule is as follows: Athletic Affairs Committee, 9:30-10:15 a.m., 205 Welch; Faculty Affairs Committee, 9:30-10:15 a.m., 205 Welch Hall; Student Affairs Committee, 10:30-11:15 a.m.; Educational Policies Committee, 10:30-11:15 a.m.; Finance and Audit Committee, 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.; 201 Welch; and regular meeting and communications section, 1-1:45 p.m. Regents also will attend the science complex groundbreaking, scheduled for 2:30 p.m. For more information, call Jackie Kurtz, 487-2410.
Mark Jefferson

IN THE NAME OF SCIENCE: Eastern Michigan
University will break ground on its new $90
million science complex Tuesday, Nov. 18, at
2:30 p.m., near the east side (above) of Mark
Jefferson.

  • Science complex groundbreaking: Eastern Michigan University will break ground on its new $90 million science complex Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 2:30 p.m., near the east side of Mark Jefferson. Speakers for the groundbreaking will include: Thomas Sidlik, chair of the EMU Board of Regents; EMU President Susan Martin and Don Loppnow, provost and executive vice president. The project will involve a renovation and modernization of existing space in the Mark Jefferson Building, which was originally constructed in 1967. The project's first phase will create a 72,000-square-foot addition to the existing structure. The second phase will renovate the existing structure and focus on improving mechanical and electrical systems, structural improvements, a new roof and site improvements. The project is scheduled to be complete in 2011. After the groundbreaking, a reception will follow in the McKenny Hall Ballroom. Parking will be available in the McKenny Parking Lot off Cross Street. To R.S.V.P., contact Laura Thomas, (734) 481-2323 or e-mail laura.thomas@emich.edu
Susan Martin

Martin
  • President Martin to be inaugurated Nov. 20: Dr. Susan W. Martin will be invested as the 22nd president of Eastern Michigan University during inaugural ceremonies Thursday, Nov. 20, at 11 a.m., in Pease Auditorium. She is the first female president at EMU in its 159-year history. A reception and celebration will immediately follow in the EMU Student Center Ballroom. Parking will be available at the Student Center with continuous shuttle service, starting at 10 a.m., that will provide round-trip service to the ceremony at Pease Auditorium. To R.S.V.P., call (734) 481-2323 or visit emich.edu/president/inauguration
  • Cellar Roots Week: Cellar Roots, Eastern Michigan University's literary and visual arts journal, dedicates this week to the arts. Check out "George Legrady: Cell Tango," an interactive art gallery on campus Tuesday, Nov. 18, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Ford Gallery. Send your cell phone photos to pics@celltango.org to contribute to the gallery. EcoArts Night is scheduled Wednesday, Nov. 19, 7-9 p.m., room 320, Student Center. Make writing utensil holders and candy jars from recycled material. Materials will be provided. Light refreshments will be served. Open Mic Night is scheduled at Bombadil's Cafe, Thursday, Nov. 20. The event begins at 6 p.m. with poetry and music. Coffee, tea and snacks will be provided. Bombadil's is located at 217 W. Michigan Ave. in Ypsilanti. Cellar Roots and Dogzplot present "Flash Fiction Slam!" Friday, Nov. 21, 7 p.m., room 330, Student Center. Light refreshments will be served. Scheduled readers will begin at 7 p.m. The floor will be open afterwards for anyone who wants to read. For questions, contact the editor-in-chief at cellarroots@editorinchief@gmail.com.
The Snow Queen

 
  • The Snow Queen: EMU Theatre presents Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale with music, "The Snow Queen," Friday Nov. 21 at 7 p.m., Nov. 22, 23, and 30 at 3 p.m., Dec. 5 at 7 p.m., and Dec. 6 at 3 p.m., Quirk Theatre. For ticket information, call 487-2282.
  • AQIP Action Project prpoosals due: roposals for AQIP Action Projects are due before the end of the day Friday, Nov. 21. Proposal information was distributed by e-mail to all employees several weeks ago. Please click on the following link to access information on existing projects, the proposal form and proposal guidelines at http://www.emich.edu/aqip/actionproject1.html. If you have questions, please e-mail John Dugger at jdugger@emich.edu or call the Office of Continuous Improvement and Planning at 487-8288.
  • Toledo Zoo Holiday Lights: Experience holiday magic at the Toledo Zoo as EMU alumni and friends visit "Toledo Zoo Holiday Lights," Saturday, Nov. 22. Enjoy warm beverages and cookies while touring the amazing displays featuring 1 million lights with more than 200 animal images, carolers, model trains and Santa Claus. Children of all ages are welcome at this holiday event. The cost is $7 per person and includes zoo admission and parking, admission to EMU's hospitality station and a small gift for children 12 and under. Reservations are required by Tuesday, Nov. 18. To R.S.V.P. or for more information, please contact the Office for Alumni Relations at 487-0250 or e-mail alumni.relations@emich.edu.
Faculty and Staff campaign logo

MAKE A GIFT: The annual EMU Faculty and
Staff Campaign is under way. For the
second consecutive year, the campaign is
centered around an online appeal for gifts
and donations.
  • Faculty and Staff campaign: The annual EMU Faculty and Staff Campaign is upon us. Please keep an eye on your e-mail in-box for this year's appeal. The campaign received tremendous support from the EMU Foundation's online appeal last year with a total of $1,088,070 given during the campaign. Thanks to all of EMU's generous faculty and staff for making a difference in our academic community. For questions about this year's campaign, contact Susan Rink at the EMU Foundation, (734) 481-2310, or e-mail susan.rink@emich.edu.
  • Bowen stairs work: The staircase and sidewalk to the west of Bowen Field House are shut down. This shutdown is necessary to allow the installation of a new handicapped-accessible ramp in the area. Pedestrians are advised to use the sidewalk adjacent to the parking structure and the sidewalk across West Circle Drive. The sidewalk and stairs should be re-opened by Friday, Nov. 28.
  • Holman Learning Center needs tutors: Holman Learning Center is currently hiring tutors in a number of subjects. Holman Learning Center offers flexible hours and competitive wages. If interested, please fill out an employment application that can be found in their office (G04 Halle) or online www.emich.edu/tlc.
  • Seasons greetings: President Susan Martin and Dr. Larry Martin are inviting all EMU employees to University House (790 North Hewitt Road) for a reception to celebrate the holidays. To accommodate our large employee family, four dates have been set aside from which to choose: Monday, Dec. 1, 4-6 p.m.; Tuesday, Dec. 2, 4-6 p.m.; Wednesday, Dec. 3, 4-6 p.m.; and Thursday, Dec. 4, 4-6 p.m. We look forward to celebrating the warmth of the season with all employees. If you would like to attend, please select one of the four dates and R.S.V.P. by Tuesday, Nov. 25 to the Office of Special Events, e-mail achicko1@emich.edu or by calling 487-2360. Limited parking is located at University House; additional parking is located in Convocation Center Lot C.