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

The job search tram. Looking for employment Part time jobs for U students BY SAMARA HEYWARD One of the most common, yet most dreaded experiences at the U of NI is the " Hi mom and Dad, I need money " phone call. To avoid this awful encounter, many students try to earn some extra money in their spare time. While there arc usually plenty of job openings. it takes an effort for students to find a job that offers above S3.35 an hour. or one that consists of more than menial labor. Freshman Cynthia Hampton wanted to do something that was " socially significant, " so she got a job as a phone counselor at the Ann Arbor Tenants ' Union. She feels that her job " is helpful, and worthwhile, " she said, " I could just fry hamburgers, but that would be a waste of my time. " On the other hand. Penny Weerging who works in the South Quad cafeteria. doesn ' t mind that her job is not especially intellectually stimulating or socially relevant. " Money ' s money, it doesn ' t matter how you make it. " she declares. Students use their pay checks to pay for anything from beer to tuition. Michael Compton, a sophomore in LSA who works as a computer monitor, spends his money on " pizza, compact discs, movies, and alcohol. Definitely • alcohol. " Lisa Dcvos answers the phones at the admissions office. She says she CONTINUED 114 • MICHIGAN ENSIAN