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

  • Star Lecture focuses on avian flu: James VandenBosch, professor of biology, presents, "Avian Flu: A Microbiologist's View," Wednesday, Nov. 30, 6:30-7:45 p.m., Multipurpose Room, Village Commons. Avian influenza is in the headlines. What is it? Is the concern all hype or is there a real danger? Should we be getting flu shots or stockpiling antiviral drugs? This talk will begin with the basic biology of the influenza virus and human defenses, and will briefly review influenza pandemics and public health measures to control them. VandenBosch also will discuss the unique nature of the H5N1 avian flu and the challenges it presents for vaccine development and drug treatment. This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, call Rebecca Russell, 487-0341.
  • Bird flu panel: Important issues surrounding the potential threat of an avian influenza epidemic and what the country is doing to prepare for such an event will be discussed at a bird flu panel presentation, Wednesday, Nov. 30, 6:30-8 p.m., Ballroom, McKenny Union. Patricia Somsel, from the Michigan Department of Community Health; Duane Newton, from the Microbiology/Virology Lab at the University of Michigan Health System; and Laura Bauman, from Washtenaw County Public Health, will speak at the event. The presentation is free and open to the public. For more information about the bird flu presentation, call 487-2070.
  • Giving pays: Good news for Michigan residents who give to higher education. When you make a gift to EMU, you can receive a tax credit equal to 50 percent of your gift, up to a maximum credit of $200 for joint returns and $100 for single returns. See www.emufoundation.org/pdfs/EMUTaxCard.pdf or contact Pamela Wright, (734) 481-2308.
  • General education review sessions available: For freshmen who missed the previously scheduled GER sessions, it's not too late. All freshmen are required to attend one GER session. If you are a freshman who has yet to attend a GER session, please contact the Academic Advising Center, 487-2171, to ask about the small group sessions. These sessions will be scheduled at various dates and times from now until finals week. Seating is limited.
  • one-room schoolhouse

    A TRIP THROUGH TIME: The one-room
    school house on campus will be one of the
    stops during the Ninth Annual Holiday
    Home Tours Dec. 4.

    Ninth Annual Holiday Home Tours: Celebrate the season at the Ninth Annual Holiday Homes Tour of Ypsilanti, Sunday, Dec. 4, noon-5:30 p.m. Six homes and EMU's historical one-room school house will open their doors this winter day. Enjoy this unique opportunity to see beautiful homes in their holiday décor. This year's lineup will take the visitor from a 1998 lovely colonial home with a vintage feel to an 1870-modified Italianate with an authentic 1700s tavern from New England in the lower level. All of the homes have amazing and unique holiday decorations.  Once again, Mantis Garden Supply will display more than 100 Dickens Village pieces. View this wonderful collection while enjoying refreshments provided by EMU. Visitors also have the opportunity to purchase this year's new, custom-designed Ypsilanti tree ornament. Tickets for the home tour may be purchased in advance at Mantis Garden Supply, Quinn's Essentials, Haab's and Eleven West in Ypsilanti, John Leidy Shop in Ann Arbor, or by calling Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels, (734) 487-9669. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 the day of the event. All proceeds benefit Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels. For information, call Cathie McClure, 487-2390.
  • Planning the campaign: The EMU Foundation will host the first in a series of Campaign Conversations Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2-3 p.m., at McKenny Union's Alumni Room. All students, faculty and staff are invited to learn more and to share their ideas about the upcoming comprehensive campaign for the University. For more information, contact Mathwon Howard at (734) 481- 2306.
  • Salvation Army holiday dinner: The Salvation Army of Washtenaw County will ring in the holidays with a countywide Christmas dinner, Dec. 8, 6-9 p.m., at EMU's McKenny Union. Join the Army for a reception and dinner as they go back in time to the 1940s to a USO Club with World War II period songs and dances. Hear "I'll Be Home for Christmas," the Bugle Boy of Company "B"and more. Dinner will include live holiday entertainment and caroling. This is an opportunity for the community to get together for the holidays while recognizing the efforts of the Army in Washtenaw County. The Salvation Army assists veterans by providing shelter and support at a recently refurbished house in Ann Arbor. Tickets are $35 per person and are available by calling (734) 668-8353. Payment must be received by Friday, Dec. 2. For information, call Barbara Jones, 487-2419.
  • Holiday sharing trees: Want to make a child's holiday a little brighter? You have until Friday, Dec. 9, to choose a tag from the Holiday Sharing Trees in McKenny Union, Halle Library or Pray-Harrold, and purchase gifts to donate to local children from low-income families. Requests have been provided through the Salvation Army, and represent the wishes of 200 children! Please bring unwrapped gifts to VISION, 21 McKenny Union, by Dec. 12. For more information, contact VISION, 487-3045, or e-mail VISION@emich.edu.
  • holiday reception

    HOLIDAY CHEER: Eastern Michigan
    University employees enjoy the spread
    during a recent holiday reception. This
    year's holiday reception is scheduled
    Monday, Dec. 12, 1-3 p.m., in 201 Welch
    Hall.

    Holiday reception scheduled Dec. 12: The President cordially invites the campus community to a light holiday reception Monday, Dec. 12, 1-3 p.m., in 201 Welch Hall. Come join your colleagues in wishing one another a happy holiday season. For more information, call Cathy Lower, 487-3122, or cathy.lower@emich.edu.

  • Competitive Edge Pro Shop has holiday sale: The Competitive Edge Pro Shop's annual holiday shopping sale is on now through Dec. 14. Save 20% on all regular-priced merchandise. Shop early for best selection. Located in the main lobby of the Rec/IM, shop hours are Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., and Saturday, 11a.m.-5 p.m. For additional information, call 487.4204.

  • Installing the bridge: Starting at 8 a.m. Friday, Dec. 2, the Bowen Parking Lot will be closed to allow for the delivery and installation of the New Student Center walkway bridge. Work will continue until 4 p.m. Parking will be offered free to hang tag parking patrons on the Oakwood Paid Lot. Call Scott Storrar, 487-3591.

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