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Computer
animations used in court colored by bias, researchers say
A courtroom jury views a computer animation of a vehicle
accident or heinous crime. Does it help bring a conviction
or acquittal? With no clear standards for animations that
re-create incidents, the verdict is still out, and, for
now, it may depend on which side created the simulation,
researchers say. Full
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Struggles
of 'temporary migrants' documented by UI researchers
Across the United States, hundreds of thousands of newly
empowered Latino immigrants have been stepping out of the
shadows, taking to the streets and moving into the public-policy
spotlight in recent weeks with their vocal opposition to
proposed legislation aimed at cracking down on illegal
immigration.Full
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Hidden
structure revealed in characteristics of transistor laser
The transistor laser, invented by scientists at the University
of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, has been full of surprises.
Researchers recently coaxed the device to reveal fundamental
properties of the transistor, and of the transistor laser,
moving it a step closer to commercialization. Full
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Work
of UI 'Leonardo' to be highlighted in Chicago Da Vinci
exhibition
Scientific visualization artist-wizard Donna Cox is among a select, eclectic
group of visionaries from a broad range of disciplines whose work will be spotlighted
in a major new exhibition opening this week at Chicago’s Museum of Science
and Industry. Full story
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UI
Board of Trustees approves tuition and fee increases
The UI needs $60.5 million to fund its highest priority goals
during fiscal year ‘07, and during its April 11 meeting
in Urbana, the UI Board of Trustees approved tuition and
fee increases – and a special fee – to help the
university attain those goals. Full
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New transportation/pedestrian
study approved by trustees
An architectural/engineering
firm from Raleigh, N.C., is being employed by the UI to assess pedestrian,
mass transit, motor vehicle and bicycle traffic systems on campus
and recommend how they could be configured to create a safer, pedestrian-friendly
and healthy campus environment. The UI Board of Trustees authorized
employing the firm of Martin/Alexiou/Bryson for $150,000 plus expenses
of $5,000 when the board met April 11 at Urbana.
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WILL general
manager named
Mark
Leonard, general manager for Central Washington of KCTS-TV in Seattle,
has been named the new general manager of WILL AM-FM-TV-Online
and director of broadcasting for the College of Communications
at the UI. The UI Board of Trustees approved the appointment
at its April 11 meeting. He succeeds Donald Mullally, who retired
last year. Full
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Part-time MBA program
offered for those working full-time
Megan
Puzey, a research specialist in the National Soybean Research Lab,
wanted to get a master of business administration degree but was
concerned that a traditional MBA program would conflict with her
job and the international travel it occasionally demands. So when
the Urbana campus founded its Part-time Evening MBA for Working Professionals
last year, Puzey was delighted. Full story |
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‘Illinois Promise’ helps
students from needy families attend UI
They are three
of 129 freshmen going to school this year with help from “The
Illinois Promise,” a privately financed program at the UI,
created by Chancellor Richard Herman more than a year ago. Full
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Wikis help teachers and
students connect online
Instructors have found
a way to encourage students to write – and write
well – by
using a wiki (rhymes with “tricky”). A Hawaiian word
for “quick,” wiki is defined as a Web site that permits
visitors to edit the pages and that encourages collaborative writing
and editing. Full Story |
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‘Road trip' celebrates
interstate highway system
An Airstream travel
trailer featuring an interactive installation created by a design
team from the UI will hit the road in June as part of a celebration
of the 50th anniversary of the Eisenhower Interstate System. Full
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Five UI faculty
members awarded Guggenheim Fellowships
Five
faculty members at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
have been awarded Guggenheim Fellowships for 2006. Full
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Nine
honored with Chancellor’s Distinguished Staff Award
Nine staff employees were honored with the Chancellor’s
Distinguished Staff Award at a banquet April 17. The award
recognizes exceptional performance; each recipient receives
$2,000 and a plaque. Full
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A report on honors,
awards, appointments and other outstanding achievements of faculty
and staff members.
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notes
'Doodle for
Wildlife' fundraiser is April 29
… 'Petstravaganza' is April 29 … Nominations sought
for SAC reps …Families invited to 'Zoom Into Space'
… Identy theft
seminar is April 27 …
Bible education controversies discussed … Scholars of France
to gather April 20-22 …Four-part radio series explores Vivaldi
… Instructors
needed for YMCA's 'Communiversity' …
Possible new school to be discussed … Delegates to gather
May 3-6 …Motorists should watch for volunteers April 22
… Art and Design
lecture series continues
…More
Faculty/Staff Emergency
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On the Job: Linda
Swett
Linda
Swett, an administrative aide for the department
of veterinary biosciences, has worked at the UI for 29 year. More |
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| deaths
Elnora G. Jackson, 91, died April 4 at Carle Foundation Hospital,
Urbana. Jackson worked at McKinley Health Center and as a cook.
Glenn James Meredith, 77, died March 24 at Village Creek Nursing Home in Lumberton,
Texas. Meredith worked at the UI for 17 years, retiring in 1983 as a stagehand
for Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Memorials: American Heart Association.
Donald O’Brien Sr., 65, died April 9 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.
He worked at the Chemistry Glass Shop, retiring after 35 years. Memorials: American
Lung Association or American Cancer Society.
Luther “Lou” W. Ricketts, 82, died Jan. 6 at The Towne House Health
Center, Fort Wayne, Ind. Ricketts was an instructor in the electrical engineering
department from 1955 to 1959. Memorials: Covenant United Methodist Church, Fort
Wayne.
Memorial
Richard L. Hay, 79, died Feb. 10 at his home in Tucson, Ariz. Hay was the first Ralph E. Grim
Professor of Geology at the UI when he joined the faculty in 1983. He retired
in 1997 as professor emeritus. Memorials: UI Department of Geology, UI
Foundation, Harker Hall, 1305 W. Green St., MC-386 (or www.uif.uillinois.edu). A
memorial service will be hosted by the department of geology at
5 p.m. May 1 on the second floor of the Levis Faculty Center.
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