The University community responds to national tragedy

UPDATED 9:25 a.m. Nov. 28

The University community responds to national tragedy

A recently updated Travel Informationand Registration website provides information to members of the University community on international travel and a registry for University people who are planning travel abroad.

Statement on interviews requested by U.S. Attorney

Provost’s statement on international student visas

The International Institute is sponsoring an initiative on Religion, Security, and Violence in Global Contexts, including courses, public events, and other outreach activities.

The International Institute’s Center for Middle Eastern and North African Studies sponsors a lecture by anthropology Prof. Nazif M. Shahrani, Director of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies and Chairperson of the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Cultures at Indiana University, on “Afghanistan, the Taliban and Global Terror” 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4 in the auditorium of the Chemistry Building.

As of Nov. 9, bags no longer will be allowed in Yost and Crisler arenas for hockey and basketball games.

Terry Alexander, director of U-M Office of Occupational Safety & Environmental Health and William Bess, director of the U-M Department of Public Safety and Security, have issued a letter to the U-M community reinforcing the Michigan Department of Community Healthinstructions for citizens to proceed with reasonable precautions but not to panic when opening mail and packages.The Department of Public Safety and Security also reminds the U-M community of Federal Bureau of Investigation advice on what to do with suspicious packages.  [Link requires Acrobat or another .PDF file reader.]HTML version of advisoryInformation on anthrax and bioterrorismBess says the U-M Department of Public Safety and Security is attending to heightened security issues and is working with local, state and federal agencies as appropriate, but the department will not discuss details of any security measures being taken. Individuals with security concerns can contact the department at (734) 763-1131.

Students in military reserves or National Guard who are called to active duty in the wake of the
The U-M Center for Research on Learning and Teaching (CRLT) has compiled suggestions for U-M instructors leading discussions of the Sept. 11 tragedy.

The U-M Library Documents Center has a site covering many aspects of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks and aftermath.

The Michigan Marching Band has produced a commemorative video of the first pre-game and half-time show in Michigan Stadium following the September 11 attack, featuring the marching bands of the U-M and Western Michigan University. Proceeds from sale of this video will be donated to the American Red Cross.

The U-M Benefits Office has posted a revised Off-Campus Travel Handbook For Faculty, Staff and Students.

The Alumni Association of the University of Michigan has opened a Message Board, an open forum of information about Michigan alumni, and a list of alumni lost in the terrorist attacks.

The School of Business Administration has compiled essays for anyone interested in making a positive difference within their workplace or community following the terrorist attack of Sept. 11.

The American Red Cross is in need of blood to replenish the nation’s supply. Call (800) GIVE-LIFE—(800) 448-3543—to schedule an appointment near where you live.If you are unable to get through to the toll-free number, the U-M School of Business Administration has an online formthrough which people can contact the Washtenaw Chapter of the Red Cross to set up appointments.Open message to the University Community from the Red Cross

Counseling resources

Statements from University community leaders

Other information resources

Media coverage of U-M responses

As additional information becomes available, we will post updates to the University’s main Web site at www.umich.edu.

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Statement on interviews requested by U.S. AttorneyProvost’s statement on international student visasInternational InstituteCenter for Middle Eastern and North African Studiesbags no longer will be allowed in Yost and Crisler arenas for hockey and basketball games.Office of Occupational Safety & Environmental Healthwhat to do with suspicious packages