Dewnya Bakri, a student at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, has a passion for basketball. This love for the game, however, can sometimes be difficult to balance the traditions of her Muslim religion. "Religion is very important," said Bakri. "Religion is not something that prevents you from excelling in any area.
Michigan will cast its vote today, furthering the presidential candidates' dash toward the White House. The 2008 presidential race has already proved its divergent nature with the expanse of diversity in candidates and its timing among hot-topic issues like the materialization of America's war on terrorism.
The University of Michigan-Dearborn Interfaith Partners of the Michigan Roundtable for Diversity and Inclusion present "Reflections of the Spirit" through Feb. 8. The exhibition features works by artists from diverse religious backgrounds exploring spirituality from a range of challenging perspectives.
Pamela Pennock, an associate professor of history at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, released "Advertising Sin and Sickness" in the early months of 2007. She wrote about the historical propaganda used in the marketing of the tobacco and alcohol industries.
The award is given to educators who demonstrate outstanding achievement in teaching, including evidence of effectiveness in the classroom and the revitalization of courses and curriculum. Interaction with students outside the classroom, as a counselor, advisor, or group participant.
The University of Michigan-Dearborn recently received a $9,500 grant from the Verizon Foundation. The grant will go to support a project in the campus's College of Engineering and Computer Science to teach handwriting to elementary school children using a tablet PC delivery system.