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

  • Distinguished Speaker Series continues: Eastern Michigan University's Program in Clinical Research Administration continues its 2006 Distinguished Speaker Series. This year's topic is research integrity. David Wright, a professor at Michigan State University and consultant to the Office of Research Integrity at the Department of Health and Human Services, presents, "The Office of Research Integrity: Its History, Major Cases and Current Issues," Monday, March 13, 7:30 p.m., St. Joseph's Mercy Hospital's Education Center Auditorium, 4936 W. Clark Rd. The series is free and open to the public. For information, contact Stephen Sonstein, coordinator/professor of EMU's Clinical Research Administration Program, at stephen.sonstein@emich.edu
  • Medicare Part D prescription drug informatin session: The Human Resources Benefits and Professional Development offices at EMU present an informational session on Medicare Part D with Barbara Zaret of the Washtenaw County Council on Aging Tuesday, March 14, 8:30-10 a.m., Tower Room, McKenny Union. Zaret is an expert on Medicare and works for the Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program of Catholic Social Services. She will offer an explanation and answer any questions about this complicated new prescription plan. Please R.S.V.P. by Tuesday, March 7, by contacting Doug Bunce at dbunce@emich.edu. Space is limited, so please sign up soon.
  • Graduate Fair scheduled March 14-15: The EMU Bookstore hosts a Graduate Fair March 14-15, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Students can purchase their caps and gowns at this time. Free gifts, while supplies last, will be given to students who will graduate in April. All non-textbook purchases will be 20 percent off. Numerous vendors will be available to answer questions students may have. Stop in for savings, raffles and refreshments. For information, call 487-1000.
  • Save the date: All staff and faculty who have service anniversaries in 2006 of 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 and 40 years of service should mark their calendars for Tuesday, March 28, for the University's annual Employee Recognition Program. This annual event, scheduled during the University's Salute to Excellence Week, honors staff and faculty who have achieved these service milestones. A breakfast and special program are scheduled 8:30-10:30 a.m. in the McKenny Union Ballroom. During the program, these employees will receive a brochure from which to order their own individual gift. Invitations and more detailed announcements will be coming. Stay tuned for more details. Call Jeanette Hassan, 487-3195.
  • Stomp excursion scheduled March 18: Tickets are now on sale for EMU's "Stomp" excursion, scheduled Saturday, March 18, at Michigan State University's Wharton Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets are $30 for EMU students and $50 for faculty and staff. The price includes roundtrip transportation, admission to the show and dinner at a local restaurant in East Lansing. Limit is two tickets per student ID. For tickets, call 487-2282. A bus will depart at approximately 4 p.m. from in front of Bowen Field House, and return by 11 p.m.
  • Eagle OneCard information for distance learners: Distance learners who need an ID card should call the Eagle Card office and identify yourself as a distance learner. The staff will then verify your registration and address, and order your ID card. Distance learners will receive their ID card in the mail, with a photo of the world on it, in place of their picture. You must go to www.EMUEagleOne.com and activate the card in order to access student privileges and to identify how you wish to receive any financial refunds from EMU. The Eagle Card office is open Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For questions, call 487-3176.