University of Michigan - Michiganensian Yearbook (Ann Arbor, MI)

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Members of the InterVarsity Chris- tian Fellowship gather for a photo- graph in the Upper Peninsula. The group gathered there for their an- nual retreat to reacquaint them- selves with each other after the Members of the University Lutheran Chapel gather at the start of the fall semester for the annual Welcome Back brunch. The event allowed students to reunite and socialize with fellow group members. A. ' 4iiHI ' I photo courtesy of the InterVarsity Christian Fellow , jf i ? I 1 1 ! i I M photo courtesy of University Lutheran C Sarah Si Banal Cluh - Front Row ; Kelly Koay, Yasaman Sanii. Kdward Pauls. Kaly Wciks Row 2: Daniel Filstrup. Mitra Derakhshan. David Diehl. Ellen Wang 208 Organizations IntcrVarsity Chrislian Fellowship - Krnt..Rmv: Sicphanic Windisch, Bonnie Wang, Melodic M;trske,Sun;j Park, I iakcos, David Rhec, Alicia Peterson. Susie Chi. Emily Kntcbcs Row 2: Christine Gaugler. Jel ' 1 1 eudii, ( rystiil I Cornelia Baldwin. C.hristd|iherRanck. Mark Hakim, William Tsui, Meredith Adams. Susan Kiio.JfssLL-jiCluiiii; Rim 3: ! Mathcws, Herbert Yoo, Jarred Mart us, Joe Allen, Matt Siraayer, Bradley Hay wood. Chad Wehrrmtn. Seoii Lefurgy.JoBM C ' opeland. Seott l.ukas Haw 4: Dana Nielson. Kurt Steinkran . Josh White. Ryan Kulcsur. Sieve Looy, Jay Jamhekar, ] Mygatt, Bruno Chumpiia i, Andrew Kim

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Filipino American Student Association - Front row: Alyssa Duarte. Reno Ursal, Teresa Williams, Timothy Ponce. Alvin Borlaza, Cecile Danao, Katrina Manzano, Michelle Capobres, I Jovina Jasa Row 2: Michele Villarete. Marites dela Fuente, Eric Agustin, Lisa Quines, Charlene Las Marias. Jasmine Pia. Liz Momblanko. Michael Hung Row 3: Paul Vincenl Tan, Mara Luna, j Carmencita Lorenzo. Paolo Aquino. Rode] Borja, Mario Diaz. Robbie Therese Madera, Sydney I Moy. Irene Lee Row 4: Ariel Ponce. Alan Morales, Christine Buendia, Audrey Mendoza. Martin ] Da Bruce, Sharleen Suico, Rochelle Arceno. Diana Capul, Jessica Philbin. Jason Canos, Lydia Jani 5: Deosil Solano. Jens Abbariao. Elly Liao, Rowena Ferrer. Christopher Lum, Edsel Terife. juerra. Sharon Baliat. Larah Faye Ostonal, Althea Capul, Mike Hoffman. Stanley Yap, Aijaz ir, Eric Galvez, Epsulin Cruz, Cheryl Beley Row 6: Mike Sybing, Kai Chan, Ferdinand Toting, i Mutuc, Jennifer Heitman. Warlito Guerra, J. Soliman, Felipe Gatchalian, Brian Ebarvia, [ Jasmine Sisson, Tara Puyat, Irene Tarigan, Rick Cooke, Durwood Riedel La Voz Mexicana - Front row: Christina Urbina, Nadia Garcia, Sofia Marquez. Marisa Cortez, Raquel Casarez Row 2: Aide Rodriguez, Ricardo Garza, David M. Lopez, Ramon Lozoya, Celina Uranga Row 3: Fernando A. Rodriguez. Adriana Rendon, Diana N. Derige, Lucy Arellano, Richard Nunn Row 4: Jason Rosales, Marcelo Z. McDougall, Cesar Orozco, Diego M. Bernal, Nick Delgado, Damans Madrigal, Roberto Rodriguez Caribbean People ' s Association The Caribbean People ' s Association worked to unify people of West Indian descent while increasing awareness and recog- nition of Caribbean culture. The group served the University community by providing a cul- tural identification for students of all races, and by participating in community service activities such as Project Serve. The Caribfest featured poetry, national flags, speakers, dance perfor- mances and other exhibits. Members also par- ticipated in Festifall, the Black Student Organi- zation Fair and Alpha Kappa Alpha ' s Welcome Women of Color. Jaime Feder Filipino American Student Association The Filipino American Student Association (FASA) aimed to better educate the Uni- versity community about Filipino culture and traditions. The group touched on both the social and academic life of Filipino students. Engi- neering senior Alyssa Duarte said, We did a variety of activities ranging from workshops to fundraising. FASA participated in intramural sports, and traveled throughout the state to meet members of other Filipino organizations. Members created a homepage on the Internet located at http: www.umich.edu fasa. They also published their own newsletter and year- book. Dan Hennes pholo courtesy of UAAO United Asian American Association Asian Pacific students at the University had a place to voice their opinions through the United Asian American Associa- tion. The group was both a political voice and a liaison between the faculty and its members. The United Asian American Association also held many special events. Huh said, We held a cultural show at the Power Center which was called Generation APA. In addition, Ameri- can Pacific Americans month gave the group a chance for exposure. Some of the monthly activities included a lecture series; the Dean of Students was the keynote speaker. Walt Nekrosius La Voz Mexicana La Voz Mexicana was a Chicano student organization which aimed at serving the social, cultural and academic needs of the Mexican-American community on campus, said LS A senior Roberto Rodriguez, co-chair of the group. The group coordinated events such as a Dia de los Muertos Celebration which featured Chicano art exhibits. Members partici- pated in Chicano History Week activities, in- cluding empowerment workshops, poetry read- ings and lectures. Members also participated in community service activities, and sponsored Campus Day visits and workshops for college- bound students. Jaime Feder Organizations 207

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InterVarsity Christian Fellowship rr he InterVarsity Christian LL Fellowship was a student-run Christian roup in which students could discuss Christ |nd His teachings. The organization met for aily prayer every afternoon in the Fishbowl. (Tie organization worked in conjunction with ne University ' s theater department to bring the roduction of The Gospel According to Luke D campus. Bruce Kuhn, a former cast member b off-Broadway productions of Les Hiserables and Chess, was a key performer. rjlie group was also involved in fellowships [4th other collegiate campuses. For 30 mem- iers, their experiences included a trip to the University of Illinois for Urbana a mission inference that occurs every three years. + Kristin Long ll University Lutheran Chapel rhe University Lutheran Chapel offered students a place of comfort [here they could escape the chaos of academic fe. The student congregation not only met ach Sunday, but also at various times through- lit the week. The gro up joined intramural ports teams, and organized canoe trips and hay ides as bonding festivities. They also partici- kted in alternative spring break trips, where ; embers worked in inner-city schools. Engineering senior Jennifer Peters said, [ he University Lutheran Chapel provided a wne away from home. It ' s a solace and a Bmfort away from the hectic campus life. + Kristin Long Christian Science Organization The Christian Science Or- ganization was a group of students, faculty and staff who met weekly to discuss how their relationship to God was applicable in everyday life. The group met weekly in the Michigan League and held a free public lecture that was entitled Standing Up for Everyone ' s Rights Under God ' s Law, addressing a current topic through the teachings of Christian Science. The Christian Science Organization welcomed all interested members of the University. LSA sophomore Kimi Wagstaff said, We came to- gether to collectively discuss both how we in- corporate God into our daily lives, and how the teachings of Christian Science can affect the issues that confront our campus community. Sarah Smucker BahaiCtub In order to promote the principles of the Bahaf faith on such a diverse campus with so many different religious traditions, students orga- nized the Bahaf Club. Members of this particu- lar sect believed that Bahaulla was the manifes- tation of God on earth. In January, the group organized a race unity dance for the entire Uni- versity. The group also welcomed speakers to promote the role of women in the world as well as other current issues. Members of the Bahaf Club also worked in cooperation with commu- nity service groups. This group showed im- mense dedication to their faith and to the Uni- versity. Kristin Long Sarah Smucker LSA Junior Maggie Moon and LSA sophomore Kimi Wagstaff share a bonding moment during a Christian Scientist meeting. The group ' s small size enabled strong friendships to develop quickly. layout by Kristin Long n Science Organization -Front Row: Kami Mueller, Maggie Moon. Sarah Smucker Row 2: Toby Teon. Kim quelme Voight Peter Nielsen I niM-rsily Lutheran Chapel - Front Row: Jennifer Moser, Jennifer Peiers. Matthew White. Janet Krauss, Pastor EJ Krauts Row 2: F.li arteth Milnikel. Michelle Vogi. Fran? Schmclzcr. Debbie Hill. Jen Watson, Angela Sit? Rou 3: Jennifer Goedcckc. Maki Kav-amura. Lisa Michelsen, Kristi Koerschen, Stephanie DeBruyn, Amy Haupt RowJM: Mark Steffi-. Sarah Drews, Melissa M kelolf , Karen Wiesenauer, John Schlueter, Belh Hamilton. Todd Peterson. Cynthia Haupt. Sarah Clauw Row 5: Lance Markoski, Larry Markoski. Kevin Rochford, Jonathan Chaffer. Elizabeth Jahn. James Stephens. Alan Grate. Jim Riski-. Man Ru-ssie. John Kirkpatrick. Neil Beck, Damon Prather. Jell NKChun Organizations 209