Stories by Ian Dillingham
Students honored at memorial in Union
BY IAN DILLINGHAM
In honor of five students who passed away this past academic year, the University hosted a memorial service of quiet reflection and words of remembrance.
Rolling out the ‘blue carpet’
- Paul Sherman/Daily
BY IAN DILLINGHAM
On Wednesday, campus leaders had a Hollywood night as they were recognized in an award-show-style celebration of student achievement.
Panel discusses Detroit's housing issues
- Paul Sherman/Daily
BY IAN DILLINGHAM
Wednesday night at Weill Hall, a panel of urban planning experts and a city official discussed the definition of gentrification and the effects it has on Detroit, among other topics.
Graduate schools ranked highly
BY IAN DILLINGHAM
The University’s various graduate programs have once again received high marks in the 2014 U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools Rankings, a widely-read publication.
The Statement
Study Strong: How students on campus misuse stimulants
BY IAN DILLINGHAM
Within the increasingly competitive college environment, where students are being pushed to achieve socially, academically and professionally, academic “performance enhancers” are being widely abused. Across the nation, students turn to these stimulants in an attempt to gain a mental edge.
Researchers: cancer drug effective for more patients
BY IAN DILLINGHAM
The National Cancer Institute estimates that nearly 40,000 women will die of breast cancer in 2013. After analyzing past medical records, University researchers hope to reduce that number with the increased use of Herceptin, a treatment currently used in 20 percent of breast cancer cases.
Café in UGLi now 24 hours
BY IAN DILLINGHAM
As promised in Central Student Government President Manish Parikh’s 2012 campaign, a 24-hour café has been opened on Central Campus. Bert’s Café, located on the first floor of the UgLi, is now open 24 hours on Sunday through Wednesday as part of a pilot program during the winter semester.
Grant funds cell research
BY IAN DILLINGHAM
All humans begin as a single cell that divides and eventually forms the complex structure of the human body. However, the process by which one cell gives rise to hundreds of different types in humans is largely a mystery to scientists.
University ranked in top five for Peace Corps involvement
BY IAN DILLINGHAM
After sparking the creation of the Peace Corps in 1960 on the steps of the Michigan Union, University students moved up on the list of top college participation in the program.
Research explores printing without chemicals
BY IAN DILLINGHAM
In the near future, print media technology may not produce products that appear very different than what we’re used to, but under the surface there could be major improvements thanks to a new form of color production developed by University researchers.
