Most Interesting and Influencial 2008: Frank Ochberg, M.D.
Frank Ochberg, M.D., Dart Center for journalism & trauma, Executive Committee, Chair Emeritus
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Most Interesting and Influential 2008: Lisa Webb Sharpe
Lisa Webb Sharpe Director of the Michigan Department of Management and Budget (DMB)
Most Interesting and Influencial 2008: Judi Brown Clarke,Ph.D.
Judi Brown Clarke,Ph.D. Director of Multicultural Affairs and Inclusion in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences Michigan State University
Most Interesting and Influential 2008
We have fabulous people who live right here in the Lansing area who deserve to be recognized for their contributions to Michigan. This article gives you insight to who they are and also to some of the wonderful things that they are doing. Judi Brown Clarke is an Olympian and Dr. Frank Ochberg has been featured nation television programs as an expert regarding the shootings in our schools.
News Briefs 7-4
Looking for Pothole Pictures: Michigan contest highlights need for transportation funding and is seeking entries, DLEG Sending Notices to Prepare Builders & Contractors for New Consumer Protection Laws Taking Effect on June 1
Lansing Jaycees Host Annual Easter Egg Hunt on the Capitol Lawn
LANSING, MI — Spring is coming and Easter is almost here. In keeping with a longstanding community tradition, the Lansing Jaycees are gearing up for their annual Easter Egg Hunt on the Capitol Lawn on Saturday, March 22, 2008!
‘UGLY QUILT’ DAY PLANNED AT MSU MUSEUM
The sign in front of a shopping cart that only holds an “Ugly Quilt” made from scraps states: Sometimes quilts and quiltmaking are the cornerstones of projects designed to raise awareness and to directly address human rights issues. Some are single quilts made by single makers. Others are the results of projects engaging thousands in activism. For instance, the NAMES Project raises awareness of AIDS and the Ugly Quilt Project addresses of AIDS and the Ugly Quilt Project addresses the needs of the homeless in a tangible way.
Brant Johnson No Longer on 96.5 WQHH’s Airwaves
“It came as a surprise to me there was no forewarning,” said Johnson in a telephone interview.
Celebrating Women’s History Month: One Woman, One Show
Valuable Learning Experience: Bettye Thomas-Gilkey began the Black Traveling Exhibit after visiting the Charles Wright Museum in Detroit. It became her model and motivation to continue the legacy of educating others about the wealth of contributions given by Black Americans. Photo by Susan Allen