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

  • Learn plans for new Mark Jefferson Science Complex: Faculty and staff are invited to attend the unveiling of plans for the new Mark Jefferson Science Complex Tuesday, Jan. 23, 11 a.m., 205 Welch. The new complex will be a regional science center that focuses on science education; will provide more opportunities for undergraduate and graduate research; and will make a greater impact on teacher education. For more information, call University Marketing and Communications, 487-4000.
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  • You can still donate to United Way campaign: Eastern Michigan University raised more than $106,000 during its recent United Way campaign. However, there is still an opportunity for EMU to reach and surpass its initial goal of $120,000. Washtenaw United Way has launched an emergency campaign through Wednesday, Jan. 24, to raise a countywide shortfall of $500,000 for this year. Donations are needed to maintain current funding levels for the county's United Way programs. For EMU employees who would still like the opportunity to donate to United Way, please contact EMU's United Way campaign co-chairs Mary Jo Desprez at mdesprez@emich.edu; Jessica "Decky" Alexander at jalexander1@emich.edu; or Dennis Stolte at dennis.stolte@emich.edu
  • General Education advising training: General Education Advising Training sessions are open to all faculty, staff, students and administrators interested in learning the specifics of the new General Education Program in preparation for advising students. R.S.V.P. is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome if seating is available. Session 1 is scheduled Tuesdays, Jan. 23 and 30, 3-5 p.m., 300 Halle Library; Session 2 is scheduled Wednesdays, Jan. 24 and 31, 3-5 p.m., 300 Halle Library; Session 3 is scheduled Tuesdays, March 13 and 20, 3-5 p.m., Halle Library Auditorium; or Wednesdays, Mar. 14 and 21, 3-5 p.m., Halle Library Auditorium. Please R.S.V.P. and indicate session number at generaleducation@emich.edu. For more information or to schedule customized training sessions, contact Chris Foreman by phone, 487-0439, or e-mail her at chris.foreman@emich.edu.
  • Weight Watchers at Work: Registration for a 12-week session of Weight Watchers at Work begins Friday, Jan. 26, noon, 401 Pierce Hall. Meetings are Fridays at noon. The cost of the program is $135. There must be 15 registered participants to run the session. If you are interested or have questions, please e-mail jtremewan@emich.edu or stephanie.petsch@emich.edu.
Music Academy

LITTLE MUSICIANS: EMU's Music Academy
presents early childhood music classes,
beginning Jan. 25.

  • Early Childhood Music Classes: EMU's Community Music Academy presents early childhood music classes. Classes for infant/toddlers (0-3 years of age) begin Thursday, Jan. 25, and are scheduled 10:05-10:45 a.m. Thursdays for a period of 11 weeks in the Alexander Building. Classes for preschool children (3-5 years old) also begin Jan. 25 and run from 11:05-11:45 a.m. Thursdays in the Alexander Building. Classes provide informal, structured guidance in music. For more information, e-mail christina.hornbach@emich.edu or download a registration form at http://www.emich.edu/music/html/cma.html. Registration forms also may be picked up at N-101 Alexander or outside Room 208 Alexander.
  • The Tempest: EMU Theatre presents "The Tempest" directed by Lee Stille. Greed and treachery have taken over and the world is in disarray. The forces of nature are summoned and a tempest rages as wrongs are righted and chaos becomes harmony in this Shakespearean classic. Performances are scheduled Thursday, Jan. 25; Friday, Jan. 26, 8 p.m.; and Jan. 27, 5 and 9 p.m., Sponberg Theatre. Tickets are $6 and can be purchased by calling 487-1221.
  • Light therapy available: During the fall/winter months, if you are feeling sad, anxious or having "empty" moods; are less energetic, eating and sleeping excessively; or gaining weight, you may have Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Light therapy may help you feel better. Counseling Services provides FREE light therapy for the EMU community. For questions, contact Counseling Services, 487-1118, or www.emich.edu/uhs/counseling.html.