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October 29, 2004 Newsletter
Table of Contents
---Members Profiles
---Coming Events
*Detroit docs International Film
Festival
*High School Summer Internship
---Election
Information
*Adye Bel's Appeal
*Pre-Election Forum
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Don Sims' Profile |
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 Founded
through student protest, the Center for Afroamerican and African Studies
(CAAS) is one of the first and only diasporic academic departments in
the world. While it's primary mission is to educate, a lesser known
mandate has always been to aid and serve the larger community. With
that in mind, CAAS key administrator, Don Sims, sets an excellent example.
A coach of junior league football and basketball, a former board member of the University of Michigan Credit Union and current board member of several youth organizations including Aquademics and R.E.A.C.H, Don has made youth outreach his own private passion. He's also a mentor in the Ypsilanti Public School's Dads for Education as well as the UM Coaches Guest Program where he mentors incoming freshman student-athletes. "I love working with kids," says Don, who's been with the university for 14 years. "They're so open and excited about learning new things. Honestly, I get as much if not more from them as they get from me." Married for 10 years and the proud father of two active boys, Don has had a fair amount of practice in inspiring young people. His oldest son, Dion, is an AAU champion in both basketball and track while his youngest, Demetrius, participates in the Washtenaw Junior Football League, Ypsilanti National Baseball League, Ann Arbor Raptors Baseball and Ypsilanti Township and AAU Basketball leagues. |
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course, family and volunteer obligations start after hours. Don's got
a pretty full plate during his work day as well. The consummate people
person, he is the "go-to-man" for staff and faculty. An accountant
with a bachelors degree in Finance from Wilberforce University, he manages
the center's financial operations, supervises seven full-time staff,
acts as a liaison and coordinator for more than fifty CAAS faculty members
and he represents the Center on a host of university committees."I joined CAAS because I wanted the opportunity to engage professionally and socially with people who are working in a field that is of great interest to me. And, in that way, it's been an incredible four years. I've met so many dynamic personalities, really the whole spectrum of black people." Having overseen the Center's move a year and half ago from West to Haven Hall and the subsequent reorganizing that accompanies such a massive endeavor, Don says this semester has been relatively quiet, but quickly knocks on wood as he says it. "My friends in the business world think academia's a breeze comparatively speaking," Don says, "which is definitely not the case. But, I have to say, it is nice knowing all that blood, sweat and tears is for something you believe in. That definitely makes a difference." |
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Of particular interest will be the screening of "Negroes With Guns: Rob Williams and Black Power"at the W.S.U., Spencer M. Partrich Auditorium - Saturday, Nov. 13, 4:00pm (screening with By Any Means Necessary)--- attending will be the wife, son, and brother of the late civil rights leader Robert F. Williams. They will be available for questions immediately following the screening. I also believe the screening of "Silver Wings & Civil Rights, the Fight to Fly" will be a unique opportunity. Not only will the filmmaker be there, but also several surviving members of the Tuskegee Airmen. You are invited to attend and take part in a panel discussion following either film.
Each year for a minimum of 8 weeks from May through September,
the NCI employs 250 to 300 students from high
school through graduate school. The Summer Internship offers students the opportunity to gain practical experience in biomedical research by working in one of over 400 laboratories and program areas within the National Cancer Institute. Summer interns are also provided the opportunity to attend NCI and NIH meetings, lectures and symposia, and participate in the NIH Summer Research Program Poster Day. Stipends for summer interns are determined by the employing program areas and are based on the student's education level and experience. Participants in the summer intern program are responsible for making their own travel and housing arrangements. Housing information can be obtained from the NIH Recreation and Welfare Association at (301) 496-4600 or online at http://www.recgov.org/housing/housing.html. In addition, the following colleges and universities offer summer housing opportunities in the Washington DC area: American University, Catholic University of America, Gallaudet University, Georgetown University, George Washington University, and Howard University. Though the National Cancer Institute does not have an application deadline, students are encouraged to submit their application during September to March. Selected students are normally notified during the months of April and early May. Apply online at Be currently enrolled at least half-time in an accredited U.S.
high school, college, or graduate school.
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MICHIGAN UNION CENTENNIAL SILENT AUCTION How much is a limited edition Tom Brady autographed football worth to you? How about a Derek Jeter autographed baseball or an iPod? How much would you pay for a trip for 2 to New York City or a Dell Printer? Now is YOUR Chance..... SILENT AUCTION FEATURES OVER 100 ITEMS INCLUDING: Trip for 2 to New York City (airfare, hotel, Broadway
tickets!) Minimum bids range from $5 to $450. There's something for any price range and interest! Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 11am - 7pm Friday 11am - 3:30pm Saturday 9am - 3:00pm (Bidding closes at 3pm) Sophia B. Jones Room, Michigan Union Bid Early and Bid Often! Thanks for your support of the Michigan Union Centennial!
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A networking group within Pfizer Global Research & Development in Ann Arbor, Michigan cordially invites you to its Dr. Marissa D. Jackson Leadership Award Dinner and 5-Year ADVANCE Anniversary Celebration. This event will be held from 6-11pm on Several distinguished guests including Pfizer leadership
members and local community leaders will highlight their past and
future involvement's with ADVANCE. The Dr. Marissa D. Jackson Achievement
Award will be presented at the event. This year's award recipient
is Dr. Teletha Gipson. Our keynote speaker will be Dr. Nancy J.
Hutson, SVP, Pfizer Global Research and Development & Director
of Pfizer-Groton laboratories (CT). The night will be packed with
lots of activity including a strolling dinner and live entertainment:
the band HOT ICE: You will also have opportunity to tour the Charles Wright African American Museum on that evening. You are asked to acknowledge your commitment to attend by way of email to Eric McDuffie at eric.mcduffie@pfizer.com or 734-622-3876. On or before November 5, 2004. Tickets are: $20 per person or $35 per couple and will be distributed with the valet parking pass per confirmation of purchase. For those that may want to stay downtown Detroit overnight, the host hotel is Omni River Place (1-313-259-9500 - the special rate is $105 plus tax).
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You can preview the ballot for your own election precinct by searching your name or address at Michigan's official site: http://www.publius.org/ You can also verify your polling place and your voter registration status. Copies of the League of Women Voters' guide to the 2004 candidates and ballot proposals are available in the Shapiro Undergraduate Library lobby, Hatcher South lobby, and Documents Center. If you want to check campaign contributions, create your own electoral college scenario, determine the hot Congressional races, or read the Duelfer report, there's a link for it at: http://www.lib.umich.edu/govdocs/elec2004.html |
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Floyd
Clack,
Brenda
Clack, 
Veronica
Wilkerson Johnson, 
Hanes
Walton, Jr. 
Elder
Levon Yuille, Chair Black Republicans
Council of Southeastern Michigan.
Charles G. Ransom
Multicultural Studies Librarian
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