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Second International Conference June 29 - July 2,
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The University of Michigan campus and Ann Arbor
What was one of the first public universities in the entire nation is, today, one of the most esteemed. Currently, the University of Michigan is considered one of this country's great centers of learning, a leader among public universities. With three campuses, over 50,000 students, 21 different units, and more graduates than any other university in the world, Michigan is an educational standard bearer. As a research university, it balances excellence in teaching with notable, path-breaking scholarship and broad-scope public service. Central Campus also includes the 80-acre Medical Center, the Law School with its picturesque "quad," Hill Auditorium (widely beloved by musicians for its outstanding acoustics), the Rackham Graduate School building-one of the University's architectural gems--and dozens of other historic buildings. You'll also find the 123-acre Nichols Arboretum, with its flower gardens, fields, and forests, through which the Huron River runs. "The Arb" is a favorite spot for jogging, walking, picnicking, and just relaxing. The University boasts two other campuses within the city of Ann Arbor. North Campus is home to the schools of Engineering, Music, and Architecture and Design. And to the south you will find the Athletic Campus, which includes stadiums and arenas for University of Michigan varsity teams. Located in southeastern Michigan, less than an hour from Detroit, Ann Arbor is a city of surprises. It's small yet cosmopolitan, with a rich variety of restaurants, museums, galleries, and cultural opportunities. Most activities are reachable by foot or taxi. From football games in the fall to the city's renowned Art Fairs in the summer, there's always something to do in Ann Arbor. The Main Street area-just a few blocks from Central Campus-is a great place to dine, shop, and stroll. Eat dinner at an elegant Northern Italian restaurant, sample fresh beer at one of Ann Arbor's three brewpubs, or listen to live music at The Bird of Paradise jazz club, or The Ark...just a few of the many activities from which to choose. Several blocks further to the north, you'll find the Kerrytown area of Ann Arbor. The Farmer's Market takes place every Wednesday and Saturday; indoor Kerrytown shops are open every day of the week and include everything from fish markets to flower sellers to designer clothing stores. And just around the corner you'll find Zingerman's, Ann Arbor's famous New York-style deli, one of the most popular eateries in the city. The corporate side of Ann Arbor is flourishing, too. Industrial parks and new corporate complexes house such companies as Pfizer, Domino's Pizza, and Borders Group, Inc., all of whom have made their headquarters here. Ann Arbor is easy to reach by air, rail, or highway. An Amtrak station is located less than two miles from the University of Michigan, and Detroit Metropolitan Airport is a brief 30-minute drive. An Ann Arbor events listings and restaurant guide can be found at http://www.arborweb.com Activities for families and guests Ann Arbor is home to numerous museums, parks, galleries, and shops, including the Hands-On Museum, University of Michigan Exhibit Museum and Planetarium, Matthaei Botanical Gardens as well as an outdoor pool located at Fuller Park, (1519 Fuller Rd. (734) 994-4263). During your visit, Ann Arbor will be hosting the annual Ann Arbor Summer Festival. Complete with free nightly music and movies, and family friendly events, the Summer Festival is located at the Fletcher Street parking structure, near the Michigan League. In nearby Detroit, you can visit the Detroit Zoo, catch a Detroit Tigers baseball game, or visit the Detroit Science Center. If you have more time, in a 4-5 hour drive you can reach:
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additional information visit: State of Michigan Travel Website Ann
Arbor Area Convention & Visitors
Bureau Did You Know? Ann Arbor and University of Michigan Fun Facts According to a comprehensive survey published in the August 2001 issue of "Automotive Fleet" magazine, the University of Michigan is first among all universities in its use of alternative fuel vehicles and 40th among the largest fleets in the United States. U of M Parking and Transportation has added six new commuter buses dressed up in maize and blue. Not only will the new buses aid the commuters they will also help the environment by polluting less due to significant improvements in the emissions levels. The engines will produce 97 percent less hydrocarbons, 87 percent less particulate matter and 28 percent less nitrous oxides than the older buses in the fleet. Leopold Brothers eco-brewery uses organic hops and barley. The brothers, descendents of Aldo Leopold, famed naturalist, one a master brewer, the other, an environmental engineer, have designed their brewery to reduce use of water. Where a typical glass of beer requires 10 glasses of water during production, Leopold Brothers has refined the process to only use 1.5 glasses of water to produce 1 glass of beer. In the future, the wastewater will be fed to an onsite greenhouse supporting the growth of herbs and lettuce. The building features innovative use of reclaimed materials including old doors for the bar, and scrap pipes as table legs. The City of Ann Arbor is part of the United States Department of Energy's Clean Cities Program, which supports public-private partnerships that deploy alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) and build supporting infrastructure. The City has purchased three natural gas bi-fuel vehicles and converted two gasoline vehicles to use natural gas. A two vehicle slow-fill natural gas fueling station was installed at the Fleet Maintenance Facility with a second slow-fill station planned for the City Hall parking lot. The City of Ann Arbor has repeatedly won awards from the United States Environmental Protection Agency for recycling. The City has recovered over 50% of its municipal solid waste for recycling. Additional projects can be found at the Washtenaw County and City of Ann Arbor Green Map Project: |
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