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

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Ore (eek It was a sight straight from Olympia. Two young women, emblazoned with Greek letters commanded a man-powered chariot around Palmer Field in celebration of the annual phi- lanthropy extravaganza at the University called Greek Week. During the first week of April, sororities and fraternities across campus came together to compete in a variety of events to raise money for charity and display the spirit of their houses. The events were kicked off on April 1 by the Mr. Greek Week pageant which benefitted the Ronald McDonald House. by jamie weitzel The week ' s highlight was the appearance by comedian Chris Rock at Hill Auditorium for which 2,600 tickets were sold and $20,000 was raised for charity. The annual blood drive brought in 400 pints of blood. In total, Greek Week raised $ 50,000 for various philanthropies. The pairing of sorority Alpha Phi and fraternity Pi Kappa Alpha won the Sing and Variety com- petition while team 1 , consisting of sorority Alpha Delta Pi and fraternity Beta Theta Pi, took top honors in the overall competi- tion. Peter Nielsen Peter Nielsen r our participants of Greek Week get tangled up in a game of Twister on the Diag. (J( shocked and sticky Pi Phi quickly es- capes the Jello tub. Unfortunately for the participants, Pi Beta Phi ' s jello jump was held on a cold spring afternoon. Peter Nielsen (J(nother stained student climbs from the tub of Jello. Students put themselves through this messy predicament to raise money for philanthropy. 22 Michigan Life

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on Powlus and the Notre Dame offense line up against the front five of the Michigan defense. The Wolverine ' s defense stifled the Irish on two key fourth down attempts in the fourth quarter. I MarkWolly F ichigan ' s offensive line did a great job blocking to make way for Clarence Williams o score this touchdown against the Fighting Irish. Fans cheered the Wolverines on to ictory, as Michigan. Michigan scored three touchdowns to beat the Irish in their first Ineeting after a two year hiatus. I his Wolverine fan displays his dis- taste for the Irish. Many vendors set up shop on the pathway to the stadium as well as in front of the Michigan Union to sell anti-Notre Dame shirts. r ans made signs to encourage the Wolverines to victory and add to their chances of being shown on national television during the game. These fans warn Notre Dame that after defeating Colorado earlier in the season, the Fighting Irish are next in line for defeat. over otre ame Brought the Wolverine ' s record to 3-0. Fighting the Irish 21

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(JLt the end of the week. the Sing and Variety Show was held in Hill Auditorium showcasing song and dance from all the groups. Peler Nielsen Peter Nielsen (Jrganizers of the Jello Jump competi- tion pour in replacement Jello as another participant climbs in. Peter Nielsen luring the Variety show in Hill Audito- rium, this group of only men got a stand- ing ovation from the crowd. Peter Nielsen Qelebrating the exciting end to Greek Week, these students clap and cheer. Greek Week was a fun-filled experience to raise money for charities and increase greek recognition. Greek Week 23