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

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ARAB AMERICAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION + Attracted Arab-American students to establish a community network and recognition as a minority group on campus. The Second Annual Cultural Festival featured an Arabic band, food and dancing and was held in March to promote interest in Arabic culture. An Arabic Movie Night was held every other Friday. Dabkeh, traditional Arabic line dancing, was taught every Sunday. Worked with residence hall multicultural groups to establish Arab Culture Nights. Sought to create an Arab House I in Oxford housing. FRONT: Viviane Younan, Kami Kishek, Suzy Salib. BACK: Dima Tawakkol, Katherine Metres, Dina Freige, Joanne Dickow. HELLENIC Promoted Greek culture through social and cultural activities. Sponsored a modern Greek film festival in March. Held Greek dancing perfor- mances in October and November. J Participated in international basketball with other ethnic groups in January and February. Sold gyros and souvlaki in December to gain recognition and ifunds. Held club dances in December and April at the Greek Orthodox ; Church. , FRONT: Ellen Bisbikis (secretary), Patrick Sarkissian (vice-president), Jennifer Chapekis (president), Evangeline Drosses (vice- president), Louis Marketos (treasurer). BACK: Julie Chilimigras, Dimitris Pandelis, Vassoula Sitaras, James Koukios, Michael Carvaines, Demetrios Papageorgiou. Organizations 157

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tin ARMENIAN STUDENTS CULTURAL ASSOCIATION Worked to educate students about Armenian culture and heritage. Hosted a lecture by Tufts University professor Dr. Lucy Dermanuelian on Armenian art and churches. Organized Armenian dances in October and January to raise funds for the people of the Republic of Armenia. Held an Armenian Genocide Commemoration Vigil on April 24 in recognition of Turkish assaults on Armenians in 1915. FRONT: Patrick Sarkissian (secretary), Kimberly Bardakian (co-president), Kristina Lutz (co-president), Peter Oskanian (vice-president). BACK: Nellie Yeretsian, Elena Sarkissian, Carl Bardakian, Cory Shakarian, Ruben Shahbazian, Lorie Dakessian. B ' NAI B ' RITH HILLEL FOUNDATION + The Jewish Student Center of UM gave support to over twenty groups that represented various aspects of Jewish life and culture. Sponsored programs including Women and Judaism and Intermarriage: When Love Meets Tradition. Speakers included author philosopher Chaim Potok, author Faye Moskowitz and commedienne Judith Sloan. Hosted conferences on Israel and on the Holocaust. FRONT: Amy Boniuk (orthodox minyan representative), Scott Glickman, liana Greenfield (chair, governing board), Darone Ruskayl| (governing board member). BACK: Loren Shevitz (conference organizer), Sharon Rosenberg (secretary, governing board), Marni Holtzman|J (vice-chair, governing board), Michael Weiss. 156 Organizations

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Kill THE WOLVERETTES Promoted school spirit through dance and in competition with other dance and cheer teams. Performed at various men ' s and women ' s basketball games as well as men ' s gymnastics. 4 Gave a presentation at Winterfest in the Michigan Union to boost interest in the organiza- tion. Performed at the Michigan vs. Ohio State pep rally for alumni on November 17. Competed at the Americheer competition in Columbus, Ohio on November 21. Performance Flair Reflects Hard Work With a full schedule of perfor- mances and competitions, the Michi- gan dance team, the Wolverettes, were busy practicing all year. The sixteen-member squad, coached by U-M employee Angie Jordan, placed fourth and won a trophy at the Uni- versal Dance and Cheerleader Association ' s camp in Wisconsin and also competed with the U-M cheer- leaders in the Americheer Competi- tion in Ohio. Performances included alumni functions, sports events, and even the Mr. Greek Week pageant. Along with a general condition- ing program, the team practiced at least three times a week for two or more hours. The Wolverettes were comprised of a unique blend of women from many different dance and cheer backgrounds. The team also searched for music and choreographed their own material. 158 Organizations FRONT: Jill Allison, Sarah Mayberry, Jen DeGeus, Charla Schreiner, Valerie Stead (captain). SECOND: Shelly Soenen (captain), Kristi Beachum, Julee Mertz. BACK: Andrean Whitmore, Mercedes Brehmer, Jeri Lynn Kelley (captain), Dina Vernon, Angie Jordan (coach), Heather Zack, Adriana Paciocco, Lael Wright, Jeanne Console. tkityini if tell AeTraeki nth over o dents an iSponsoif (wests Paiticip ' P br cation Exec imcaii Hikings i torin ttncdonS The team relaxed in Chicago on the way to camp in Wisconsin. The Wolverettes performed at men ' s basketball games at Crisler Arena, including this show in March.