"Our soon-to-be new alums are now busy finishing up their course work but they will soon be challenged with finding their way as they adjust to life after college. For some this will mean graduate or professional school. For others this new life will focus on employment. In all cases, however, the pressures one feels to make a difference can often feel daunting."
David Norwood was selected as this year’s CASL Alumnus of the Year. Norwood spent much time on this campus in the 70’s and now reflects on his time here as a student, and what receiving this award means to him.
Con Lustig and Majd Faraj will be recognized as CASL's two Chancellor's Medallion recipients during the university's commencement ceremony on December 15. Each commencement, faculty choose recipients based on academic records, quality of character, vitality, intellect and integrity. CASL student Courtney Grove-Dyer and alumna Gay Johnson ('17 BA) will speak at the ceremony. Economics alumna Emily Kolinski Morris ('90 BA) will give the commencement address.
CASL faculty, students and alumni are involved in a variety of
classes, research, activities and philanthropy,
and are making an impact locally, regionally and nationally.
Your gifts to CASL support student success during and after their time at UM-Dearborn. With your help, CASL is able to offer students invaluable experiences in the classroom, out in the field, and around the world. Thank you for being an everyday hero for CASL students!
Recently, gifts to the CASL Annual fund were used to provide support for the new telescopes used for astronomy introduction courses and public observation nights.
An opportunity to join campus leaders at an annual event reaffirming the university’s commitment to inclusion in the region. Tuesday, January 22, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Michigan Rooms, Fairlane Center.
UM-Dearborn Chancellor Domenico Grasso will be the keynote speaker.
We are heartened and inspired by the amazing support our donors have given since the start of the campaign. And yet there is still critical unmet need on our campus. Student scholarships, faculty support and facility upgrades continue to require further assistance.
There’s still time to give — for the first time or to make an additional gift. Become a Victor for UM-Dearborn today. You will ensure our students have access to a transformative UM-Dearborn education and help us end the campaign with a flourish!
"A View from the CASL" is a quarterly e-newsletter for CASL alumni.
