Proceedings of the Board of Regents (1999-2000)

April Meeting, 2000

Michigan Greats
Vice President Ulaby introduced Professor Kensall D. Wise, director of the Center
for Integrated Microsystems, associate dean for research, and the J. Reid and Polly
Anderson Professor of Manufacturing Technology, College of Engineering, who
discussed his research in MEMS (microelectrical mechanical systems).
Public Comments
The Regents heard comments from the following individuals on the topics
indicated: Gary Glenn, president of the American Family Association of Michigan, on
the English 317 course, "How to be Gay;" Gary S. Hann, alumnus, on discrimination;
Stephen L. Rassi, student and member of the Rainbow Network and GAA, on equality
and safety for all at the University of Michigan; Joe Reilly, student and member of the
Native American Student Association, on racism at the University; Irfan Nooruddin,
student, on Michigamua; Audrey L. Jackson, alumnus, on Michigamua; and Lester
Spence, student and member of Concerned Students, on the vice president for student
affairs.
Adjournment
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 5:12 p.m. The next
meeting is scheduled for May 18-19, 2000.
Lisa A. Tedesco
Vice President and Secretary of the University

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