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

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V N X S Michelle Rae DIFFERENCES North Campus : Vera Baits STORY BY DOUG STEELE Sandwiched between Bursley, a primarily first-year student dorm, and Northwood, married student housing, Vera Baits distinguished itself with its mostly senior and graduate student population. Situated on the hill area of North Campus, the complex was comprised of two sets of five buildings. Geared to meet the specific needs of its older residents, kitchenettes were located throughout the dormitories rather than cafeterias. If a resident elected not to cook, he or she had the opportunity to purchase a meal plan to eat at any of the other dorms. Baits was also unusual in the way rooms were set up. Rather than the tradi- tional two- or three-occu- pant rooms, Baits offered suites, each with its own bathroom. Foreign students com- prised a considerable por- tion of the residents in Baits. In response, the staff went to great lengths After a long night of studying, Dae Rak Kim to help these students in watches a television program in his room. their transition to a new country and university. The people helped me in understanding not only the school but also the country, said engineering major Amrai Nushon. An added bonus of Baits housing was the possibility of winning a parking space in the annual lottery. This was especially important to the large number of upperclassmen and graduate students, who often needed cars to go to work or to get to central campus. The availability of parking saved lucky residents from the hassles of finding parking spaces on campus as well as the expense of finding off-campus spots. Known for its quiet setting and friendly people, Baits allowed residents the freedom of living on one ' s own along with the amenities of dorm living. It was an ideal place for students to accomplish their scholarly goals and to socialize with their colleagues. Residence Halls 323

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It ' s different. There are many older stu- dents here, most of them studying engi- neering and music. -- Melissa Malewitz, LSA junior Tammy Huang, a Coman House resident, changes CDs to suit her studying mood. Baits residents were not only U-M students; some workers from the University Hospital also resided there. Michelle Rac Coman House resident Hazleen Ibrahim and her visitor Fatin Mustaffa experi- ence the adage, Work hard. Play hard. The two took time out from studying to catch up on their favorite TV shows. . 1 1 322 Residence Halls

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Artist Duncan McClellan of Tampa, Fla. demon- strates the importance of a gentle touch as he carefully sets down a blown glass bowl. All of the work dis- played at the Art Fair was handmade, resulting in one- of-a-kind pieces. Peter Qilleran of Birming- ham was one of 20 art- ists who demonstrated his craft in addition to selling his work. Qilleran ' s booth was located on the corner of South University and Washtenaw avenues. Layout by Lisa Harty 324 Special Events