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Posted 1/8/09
U-M noted for ‘best value’ in Princeton review

U-M is among the 100 “Best Value Colleges for 2009’’ and one of only two Michigan colleges or universities to make the list, according to a Princeton Review/USA Today study. USA Today and Princeton Review noted the University's top athletics program, competitive academic environment, availability of need-based grants and a 15-to-1 student-faculty ratio.
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Posted 1/5/09
Former regent promoted service to University

As a regent from 1975-90, Thomas Roach put service to U-M above partisan politics as he focused on issues ranging from improving medical facilities to helping lead an influential capital campaign to the formation of a committee to honor U-M’s heritage.
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Posted 12/18/08
U-M to buy Pfizer’s former Ann Arbor property

In a move that directly will create at least 2,000 jobs during the next decade, and accelerate expansion of U-M research activities critical to the state’s economic development, the Board of Regents today (Dec. 18) approved the purchase of the Ann Arbor property of pharmaceutical firm Pfizer Inc. In time, U-M anticipates replacing — and even exceeding — the number of high-quality jobs once located at the site.
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Posted 12/22/08
U-M faculty salary increases average 4.4 percent

Faculty salary increases at the University’s Ann Arbor campus for 2008-09 averaged 4.4 percent, according to figures from the University’s Salary Record, released today (Dec. 22).
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Posted 12/22/08
Engineering professors receive presidential honor

For their research and teaching achievements, two engineering professors received a Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) at a ceremony Dec. 19 at the White House.
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Posted 12/18/08
Despite campus growth, U-M holds line on energy use

The amount of energy used to heat, cool and power University buildings remained unchanged last year, even though new construction added nearly 500,000 square feet of space to the Ann Arbor campuses. More >
Posted 12/18/08
Seven scientists named AAAS Fellows

Seven University faculty members are among 486 newly elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
Election as a fellow, a tradition that began in 1874, is an honor bestowed upon AAAS members by their peers. AAAS fellows are recognized for “scientifically or socially distinguished efforts to advance science or its applications.” More >
Posted 12/18/08
U-M, Fraunhofer unite to ignite energy innovations

International research collaborations seeking new ways to fuel transportation will get kick-started by a $2.2 million program sponsored by U-M and Fraunhofer. More >
Posted 12/19/08
U-M scientists plan stem cell research as new state law
goes into effect

A new state law loosening restrictions on embryonic stem cell research went into effect today (Dec. 19), and University scientists are busy planning projects that could lead to new treatments for inherited diseases. More >
Posted 12/15/08
President kicks off new study abroad challenge with gift

President Mary Sue Coleman and her husband, Kenneth Coleman, are donating to a new fundraising challenge to allow more U-M students to study abroad. More >
Posted 12/15/08
Contest showcases
entrepreneurial innovation

Against the backdrop of the faltering economy, more than 1,000 members of the University community put forth ideas for new businesses, inventions and non-profit groups in a contest named after its goal: 1,000 Pitches. Seven of them won $1,000 prizes. Organizers say all of them offer reassurance that the spirit of entrepreneurship is alive. More >

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