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

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SA junior Josh Visser, engineering Junior Ray Zondervan, LSA senior Josh Hansen, and engineering junior Joel Triemstra, members of Phi Alpha Kappa, spend time studying at the house. Close bonds formed between many of the members throughout the year. photo courtesy of Phi Alpha Kappa embers of the Society of Women Engi- neers enjoy the beautiful weather in Phoenix, Arizona. The group was lucky enough to have their National Convention held in the pictur- esque area. photo courtesy of Society of Women Engineers id k . ' ' Front Row: Lauren Fish, Marisha Sunday, Kelly Vaughn, Jennifer Zorko, Sarah Shotwell, Molly Murphy, Cynthia Park Row 2: Owen Shoger, Jamie Hiner, Afshin Beyzaee, Matthew Huang, Stephanie Sohl, Lisa Wright, Samantha Kanarek Row 3: Ryan Norfolk, Leon Salkin, Eric Hyun, J.R. Guzman, Matthew Nolan, Michael Roush, lames Stachowiak photo by Jennifer Johnson (D Co Front Row: Ray Zondervan, David Ordorica, Josh Visser, John Westra, Tim Wolma, Dan Racey Row 2: Michael DeLorean, Josh Miller, Josh Hansen, Joel Triemstra, Mark Bouma, David Umulus Row 3: Jason Stiles, Brian Steensma, Chris DeVries, Mark VanDeWege, Nick DeHaan, Eugene Akkerman photo courtesy of Phi Alpha Kappa 7 Q D D Q In 1929, Phi Alpha Kappa was established at the University as a graduate and professional Chris- tian fraternity, but over the years, it expanded to include undergraduates as well. This year, the fraternity, which consisted of 1 8 members who lived in the Phi Alpha Kappa house on Ann Street, focused its attention on a broad scope of interests in addition to its religious commitment. Mem- bers participated in IM sports, social events, camp- ing retreats, and community service. President John Westra, a senior economics major, noted, Every year our service committee chooses a few philanthropies to serve. In the past we have helped at soup kitchens, and this year we hope to volunteer at Mott Children ' s Hospital. Phi Alpha Kappa was nicknamed the Dutch House because historically, members had been transfer students from Calvin College in western Michi- gan, and though the fraternity had expanded its regional representation, the nickname remained. Organizations + 333

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C ' . ' The Society of Women Engineers was a non-profit organization that ben- efited women in the engineering field by helping them explore their area of concentration by letting women be- come involved in an organization on campus that fit their interests as well and their engineering needs. With the main focus of stimulating women to achieve potential in careers as engi- neers and leaders, the Society of Women Engineers created such means for students while demonstrating di- versity. Because of their leadership abilities and displays of professional- ism, the Society of Women Engineers won the 1 999 award for the best func- tioning student section of the national organization, a prestigious award given to one of many competitive universi- ties. The Society of Women Engineers recruited their members at the annual Festifall event held in the Diag at the beginning of each school year. Al- though there was a small annual fee required for enrollment into the group, members strongly encouraged women to join the group, saying there was a place for every engineering woman. Engineering student and the Society ' s president Amanda Matejak stated, Students interested in engineering careers can ' t go wrong joining this group. Members definitely get twice as much from their membership than they put in to it. We are a productive group. Within the group many positions were established to ensure the group J ome of the Society of Women Engineers members gather at their National Convention. The convention enabled the women to bettet understand how to run their organization. photo courtesy of Roadrunner Photo Studios remained consistent. W ith approxi- mately 30 officers the executive board, the industry relations committee, the outreach committee, the pre-interview committee, and the public relations committee organized activities exter- nally and internally as well as dealt with the logistics of the organization. The group also participated in events outside of the engineering world. One event that group helped out in the community was helping out with project outreach. Members of the Society of Women Engineers went around to elementary schools in the area and visited and tutored younger children. Members of the Society also planned activities with other organizations on campus. One event that the group helped to plan was the career fair that took place in the early fall. The Soci- ety of Women Engineers worked closely with Tau Beta Pi, an engineer- ing honor society, to make sure the career fair ran for the students inter- ested in pursuing a career in engineer- ing. Events like the career fair were very beneficial for networking with companies for jobs and internships to gain more experience in the field. Besides the professional side of the group, there were obstacles the group had to overcome. Matejak com- mented, I joined the group with the stereotype that women engineers com- plained about the male-dominated field. Instead the group rose above that and ran a very productive non- profit business. Front Row: Miriam Lee-Palis, Megan Kern, Delia Dumitrescu, Amy Denault, Nancy Short Row 2: Katherine Gilhool, Jennifer Chen, Carly Sarna, Cheryl Cheng, Alicia Vogel, Rebecca Kramer, SuryatiWidjaja Row 3 :Jennifer Brakel, Michelle Wu, Diana Bitleris, Kristina Wheaton, Kelly Alstead, Tiffany Viant Row 4: Melissa Wu, C.arolinc Dugopolski, Aaron Me Clurg, Amanda Matejak, James Tallman, Julie Glaza, Julie Messacar pholo In ili.lihv I ir.. ' t H Front Row: Laura Khoury, Heather Peterson, Heather Burnard, Deanna Sumption, Jessica Kelley Row 2: Junlachak Siriprakorn, Cynthia Lacsamana, Erica Parish, Erica Mauter, Erica Guice, Lanny Mihardja Row 3: Chris Seadeek, Prasad Ambekar, Matt Fischer, Shaila Bhatt, Tim Neiman, Julie Wellnitz, Sarah Clauw Row 4: Mike Wagner, Kate August, Jaime Jones, Lisa Viculus, Vishal Gupta photo courtesy of Alpha Chi Sigma D CD D Front Row: Samuel Song, Jason Bronkema, Michel Wu, Julie Champion, Cheryl Cheng, Gavin Sy, Shai non Seurynck. CeliaChen. KatherineGilhool RowC Soo Kim, Jason Wu, Noa Holoshitz, Rebecca Aroi Jason Vargo,MiChang,Jennifer Shin, KimberlySchult Caroline Dugopolski, Patrick Armstrong, Patrick Lt Row 3: Lindsay Matola, Stephen Wesorick, Nicol: Ortiz, Daniel Viaches, Shawn Hunter, Iphigen Karagiannis, Theresa Arciero, James Donaldson, Ada) Johnson, Patrick Lee Row 4: Robert Dory, Jan Waldecher, Edvins Daiga, Kristina Wheaton, Nicho Evans, Alison Nemier, Andrew Rusiniak, John Leun Michelle Osinski, Phillip Savage, Matthew Robertsc photo by Jennifer Johnson

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r MIGHIGAN DAIkY ' ' . ' : : c, ;:, ' ;i ' In its 109th year of editorial freedom, The Michigan Daily was a conspicuous presence at the University. Copies of the newspaper decorated every classroom building and other campus locations. In class, many students paid more attention to the Daily than to their instructors. While students were familiar with the publication, most knew little about the staff that produced it. The Dailywasan independent newspaper committed to informing the University ' s student population, but was not affiliated with the University itself. The paper did not receive any funding from the University, but this assured the editorial freedom The Daily boasted. In addition, students ran the newspaper like a real business. Over 200 students worked for the paper, with about 150 on the editorial side and 50 on the business staff. Editor in Chief Heather Kamins led the editorial staff. The editor in chief was elected each year by the editorial staff, and began the job around February 1 ; positions were held for a full year. The staff prided itself on its profession- alism, and business manager Mark Thomford, a sixth-year computer engineering and history senior, pointed out, We like to compete with real newspapers around the country. Many times we receive information earlier than other papers, especially when the topic is related in some way to the University or its alumni. Because students determine the structure of the paper, there is a lot of flexibility to change things when something exciting hap- pens and we want to announce it differently than normal. Being a part of The Michigan Daily was a great oppor- tunity for students interested in journalism or business- related fields. Many members of the editorial staff went on to write for newspapers like the Chicago Tribune and the New York Times. Business staff members were less likely to remain within the journalism profession and tended to pursue careers in marketing, advertising, and consulting. No matter which staff a student belonged to, working for The Daily prepared members for any professional field in the real world. Thomford remarked, Working for The Daily provides a great amount of experience, especially compared to working for other college newspapers. Other schools have full-time staffs to take care of the business aspect, like payroll and advertising, but The Daily is en- tirely produced by students. Recently, improvements were implemented at The Daily. Online advertising began two years ago to keep up with the trend toward Internet-based technology. Thomford said, Working for the online division is a great opportunity for students interested in the Internet and technology. Many staff members went on to work for ' dot-corn ' companies all over the country. What did not change was the fun, open atmosphere the Daily ' s workspace allowed for. The paper was published in the Student Publications Building, and the Daily ' s main office was a large, open room without cubicle s or individual working spaces. The environment allowed for frequent staff interactions and communication with each other, which was crucial to producing a top college newspaper like The Michigan Daily. arrie Brzczinski, senior LSA organizational studies major, and Debbie Libman, a senior in the Business School pose together at a Daily function. Members of the business staff spent many long nights together inside and out of the office. photo courtesy of The Michigan Daily (JT eoffGagnan, The Daily ' s hockey writer, poses by the Alaska pipeline, agnan, a sophomore political science and history major, was fortunate to join other staff members on a trip to Alaska this fall. photo courtesy of The Michigan Daily