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

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MICHIGAN LIFE By Kristen Pavle tudents came from across the country and around the world; yet, there was one thing that they all had in common - they all came to the same college town of Ann Arbor. Life at the University consisted of everything from ignoring crosswalk signals to participating in the most recent protests and trying the newest restaurants on campus. The location forced students to own a full four-season wardrobe, and adjust to the sparatic warm November 1 days and cool May evenings. Catching the latest concert, seeing a new release at the State Theater, and following the latest campus politics were also a priority. Academics and studying were also important, and students found many different options for where to crack open the books, including the numberous coffee shops and libraries on campus. Students also found ways to integrate their religion into their lives, whether they attended Bible study once a week or visited Hillel for Friday night services. The lives that students created for themselves here were often hectic, but would not be planned any other way.

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Circle of Champions, a sculpture located at the Southeast entrance of Michigan Stadium, stands guarded by the gates of the Stadium. University teams and championship years were etched into the columns of the sculpture, which was constructed in 1997 through contributions from students, alumni, and supporters. L, Proux photo

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In between speeches, a graduating senior sits on the shoulders of a friend in celebration. The ceremony began promptly 9: 1 5 with the procession of the graduates onto the field. Tedjasukmana photo A graduate shows his excitement in the form of bubbles at commencement. Graduates expressed their enthusiasm in many ways at the 2004 ceremony, such as decorating their caps and wearing wigs. Tedjasukmatta photo