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U-M Heritage »
Chorus girls
The presence of chorus girls at a 1921 fraternity party revealed scandalous behavior by students and administrators alike.
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Bill Martin's legacy
As he approaches retirement, the athletic director will go down as one of U-M's most influential figures.
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Talking about science »
A world without ice
Geophysics professor Henry Pollack explains how scientists know that CO2 is at its highest level in 800,000 years, and what it means for the planet.
Alumni
Veterans Radio
U-M alumni and Vietnam veterans Dale Throneberry and Bob Gould found their calling in the stories of fellow vets.
Talking about movies »
Tarantino's film history
The director's latest film is brutally violent at the same time it joyfully recalls movies of the past.
Talking about words »
Canadian, eh
Native speakers are increasingly proud of the "fizzy Canadian cocktail" that is their language.
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