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November is Here!
What’s Inside: November is Here!.....………………..….....1
To My Fellow Off-‐Campus Students………..……………….2
Bike Rules & Safety………....………………..2
Join The Beyond The Diag Team........…3
Indoor Bicycle Parking and Storage…...3
STRESS: How Do You Handle It?…………4
The Game...……………………………….………5
Holiday Foods Without The Stomach Blues..………………….……….5
The Airport Express………...…..……...……6
Energy Efficiency…………………..……..……6
No Shave November for Consent...……7
Keeping Your House Safe Over Thanksgiving Break..…….……………..….…7
Gecng A Jump Start On Winter…….....2
Campus Safety Tip: Protec;ng Your Valuables.………....................….…..8
Hello Off-‐Campus Students!
We hope that the start of November has been trea;ng you well and that the midterm season has ended for most of you. There are lots of exci;ng events going on this November and we’re thrilled to share some of them with you! First, airBus will be running for the remainder of the major school breaks including the upcoming Thanksgiving break. You can make reserva;ons on the airBus website: hLps://csg.umich.edu/airbus/. Fares made in advance using the website are $7 to the airport. The fare from the airport back to campus is $11. This service is an easy and affordable op;on for students who are traveling home for break, see page six for more info! We also want to remind you about two of our transporta;on services, SafeRide and the Night Owl. Both of these services provide late night transport for students. SafeRide is a free taxi service that picks students up from University buildings and transports them back to their homes, up to a mile off-‐campus. The Night Owl is a late night off-‐campus bus route that runs Thursday-‐Saturday nights from 10pm-‐ 3am.
Go Blue!
Emily Lus;g and Jacob Glinke Beyond the Diag Program Assistants
To My Fellow Off-Campus Residents:
It’s gecng to be that ;me of the semester. Everywhere I look, there are students figh;ng through due dates and midterms with every ounce of their brains, hearts, and immune systems. As the busyness of school year relentlessly con;nues and I begin to fantasize about all the naps to be taken over Thanksgiving, I’d just like to share some thoughts that help me keep my head up, with the hopes that they can be of help to you as well. First, know that you are more than what you do. Your iden;ty and your worth are innate; they are not defined by grades, accomplishments, or rela;onships. You are not your resume, nor are you somebody else’s opinion of you. Second, know that uncertainty is okay.
Though we are all in the stage of life in which people constantly inquire about our passions and our future plans, we do not need to have all the answers. Your life has a purpose, even if you have not yet discovered it. Third, know that you are not alone. There is always someone out there who cares about you. There is always someone out there who is willing to listen. As bold as it might seem, all you have to do is ask. College—academically and otherwise—is challenging, but there are always people with relatable experiences who would be willing to walk with you through whatever trials life brings. Fear not, there is always hope. Sincerely, A friend
Bike Rules & Safety
One of the most important goals throughout college is to stay healthy; knowing and following these rules of the road can help keep you safe.
Rule #1: KEEP TO THE RIGHT! But what if you are headed to class? (To the right!) What if you are late to a date? (To the right!) What if you are late to an exam? (Invest in an alarm, then proceed to the right!) Always stay in the bike lane on the right, the only person who rides to the lel is Beyoncé and you are not Beyoncé. Oh, but you can merge to the lel lane if you want to turn lel.
Rule #2: CLEAR THE SIDES! Look out for parked cars as riders may open the door in front of you and accidentally cause a collision. You also would not want to be too close to the parked cars and scratch up someone else’s Ferrari or Lamborghini — unless you are friends with Bill Gates, but in that case why would you even need the bike?
Rule #3: WATCH FOR PEDESTRIANS! If you ever end up in a narrow driveway and there are no bike lanes, chances are you will end up riding on the sidewalk, but remember that wheels yield to heels! Also, never ride with headphones on as they may impair your ability to react to situa;ons around you!
Rule #4: LOCK IT UP! Never leave your bike unlocked! A U-‐Lock is recommended to prevent thel.
Ride with these golden rules, you will be invincible on the streets, earn respect from fellow bicyclists, and pedestrians alike. As a reminder, ride to the right and clear the side, watch the peeps then lock your bike. You can register your bike with UMPD incase it’s lost or stolen. Go blue and ride on!
Contributed by Eric Gao Photo courtesy of californiabikecommute.com/wp-‐content/uploads/2013/11/Cat-‐on-‐a-‐Bike.jpg
Want to Join the Beyond the Diag Team?
Beyond the Diag is looking for off-‐campus students interested in:
• Fostering a greater sense of community • Improving communica;on between students, the University and the Ann Arbor community • Raising awareness of safety issues • Promo;ng responsible ci;zenship to all off-‐campus students • Program planning and management experience • Marke;ng and adver;sing Visit our website for full job descrip;ons and apply online! Program Assistants provide leadership, administra;ve support, and innova;ve guidance to advance the Beyond the Diag program. PAs hold regular BTD office hours and are expected to have first-‐hand experience and knowledge of student safety issues from a University-‐wide perspec;ve. For a full job descrip;on click here. If you have more ques;ons about Beyond the Diag, or becoming part of our team, please contact us by either calling the Dean of Students Office at: 734-‐764-‐7420 or emailing BTD at: beyondthediag@umich.edu.
Indoor Bicycle Parking and Storage
Looking for a place to store your bike during the cold winter months? The University of Michigan now offers secured, indoor bicycle parking -‐ out of the elements and accessible only to those with rented spaces.
The bike storage facility is located on the South side of the Thompson St. Parking Structure and has capacity for 50 bicycles in a combina;on of wall-‐mounted racks and floor loops.
Rental of bicycle storage space is $72.00 per parking permit year (July through June). The fee must be paid in full at the ;me of purchase. To rent space in the facility, please contact Parking Customer Services at 734-‐764-‐8291.
Contributed by MaEhew Lonnerstater All informaHon and photo courtesy of pts.umich.edu/alternaHve_transportaHon/bicycles.php#covered
STRESS: How Do You Handle It?
You say it’s just a part of life at the University of Michigan. You talk about the stress of balancing mul;ple priori;es and struggling to find ;me to take a break. Some;mes you may even worry that there’s something wrong with you if you’re not stressed out. And while there are stressful aspects of the college experience and ones we can’t always control, what you can control is how you respond to stress.
For starters, there’s good stress and there’s bad stress. Eustress is good stress, the kind of stress that helps students stay focused and achieve new goals. Bad stress is categorized as having an impact over a longer period of ;me that can nega;vely effect overall wellness. Most students can relate to a certain level of stress. But how do you know when it’s too much? Some of the following can be signs that stress is having a compounding impact: fa;gue/loss of energy, missing deadlines or procras;na;ng to the point of anxiety, binge or reduced ea;ng, erra;c sleep habits, difficulty focusing, rela;onship problems (family, friends, loved ones), anxiety/panic aLacks, feelings of depression and/or loss of interest in everyday things
What you can do: Stress management is an important skill and it is worth taking the ;me to figure out what works best for you. Taking care of your mind and body can go a long way toward managing your stress level and help restore you to balance. Here are some sugges;ons:
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Get enough sleep Eat a healthy diet. Sugar and processed foods can make stress worse Exercise regularly. Find movements that you enjoy and that allow you to release tension Learn deep breathing/relaxa;on techniques like these one-‐minute stress strategies Meditate, for example with mindfulness-‐based medita;on Find quiet places to study at U-‐M Prac;ce saying "no" to situa;ons and people that add stress to your life Get a massage Talk with a friend or someone you trust Limit your caffeine intake and avoid using alcohol or other drugs to relieve stress Manage your ;me and energy -‐-‐ you can priori;ze your "to-‐do" list! Laugh! Watch a funny movie or try Laugh Yoga Take ;me for relaxa;on, fun and hobbies. See Rejuvena;on 101 & fun things to do in Ann Arbor.
Some;mes we need help beyond ourselves, and beyond what our friends and family can provide. If you (or a friend) are looking for help managing stress and anxiety, take a look at the following resources. Seeking help is a sign of strength not weakness. Where to go for help on campus:
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) : Free, confiden;al services for U-‐M students including: Short-‐term psychotherapy, workshops for changing paLerns of behavior, assessment of substance abuse paLerns, sexual assault counseling and more.
Campus Mind Works: This site provides informa;on and resources for students diagnosed with an on-‐going mental disorder, including a searchable database.
MI Talk: ("My Talk") A with mental health resources and online screenings for depression and anxiety, recorded workshops, lectures and relaxa;on exercises, and emergency resources. Contributed by Joy Pehlke, UHS Health Educator
The Game
November is upon us and that means one thing for diehard Michigan football fans: the annual Michigan vs. Ohio State football game. The Wolverines will travel down to Columbus, Ohio to play the Buckeyes on Saturday, November 29th. While Michigan’s season has yet to live up to the expecta;ons of many of its fans, records don’t maLer when it comes to a true rivalry game. Rivalries mo;vate and embolden the fans, inspire former and current players alike, and are the founda;ons upon which college sports are built.
Known by many simply as ‘The Game,’ Michigan first played Ohio State in 1897. Michigan currently leads the series 58-‐45-‐6 despite the fact that the Buckeyes hold a two-‐game winning streak over the Maize & Blue. With many heated encounters and controversial results, such as The Tie in 1973, ESPN rated the rivalry as the greatest North American sports rivalry in 2000. With 109 mee;ngs between these two historic powerhouses, the Maize & Blue fans should look forward to this exci;ng encounter. Be sure to tune in Saturday, November 29th for a great game! Contributed by Jacob Glinke
Holiday Foods Without the Stomach Blues
With the holiday season quickly approaching many of us are gecng excited to reunite with family, experience the familiar comfort of home, and most importantly eat! Are you feeling like you want to indulge in your holiday feast without gecng the post-‐meal stomachache and fa;gue?
Surprisingly, there are actually a lot of holiday foods, when prepared in a healthy way and consumed in controlled por;ons, that have countless nutri;onal benefits and can even help you trim some fat off of your thighs and not just the turkey’s. By following these sugges;ons you can enjoy your favorite holiday dishes while also feeling great!
Contrary to popular belief, turkey is an excellent source of protein and essen;al nutrients; if you skip the gravy and bake it in the oven rather than in a deep fryer, you will save yourself hundreds of calories. Also, try to s;ck to the white meat and peel off the skin. What’s a holiday without pumpkin pie? Fortunately, since pumpkin is naturally moist you do not have to add a lot of unhealthy ingredients to make it taste good and it is good for you! Simply add skim milk and egg subs;tutes to any recipe to make it healthier. Finally, as a rule of thumb, remember to consume in modera;on! Eat only un;l you are sa;sfied, not un;l you are full. By keeping these ;ps in mind, you can enjoy your holiday season without feeling the regret later. Contributed by Sydney Tucker Photo: itnessmagazine.com/recipes/healthy-‐eaHng/superfoods/healthy-‐holiday-‐superfoods/?page=1
The Airport Express
It’s ;me to start gecng your plans together for Thanksgiving Break. Central Student Government (CSG) partners with the Ann Arbor Transit Authority (AATA) to provide transit between U-‐M campus and Detroit Metro Airport. The cost is $7 to the airport and $11 without a reserva;on. To return to campus it costs an addi;onal $11. The en;re fare will be charged to your U-‐M Student Account.
All riders must be current Michigan student, employees, and staff, so its important to have your MCard when using the airport service. Airbus began taking reserva;ons on October 29 for Thanksgiving break. You can view the bus schedule and make your reserva;ons through the website. The first trip to Metro Airport leaves at 11 am on Tuesday November 25th. Earlier routes will begin to run on Wednesday November 26. Airbus DOES NOT run on Michigan Time, so be sure to be on ;me.
Airbus has stops at Bursley: behind the North Circle Drive near the loading dock, the Hill: on Observatory in front of Alice Lloyd Hall, State Street: on the corner of State St. at Madison across from the Law Quad. At the airport the airbus will be at North Terminal at the Ground Transporta;on Center and the McNamara Terminal at the Ground Transporta;on Center (near the rental car shuLles) to return students back to campus on Sunday, November 30. airBus cannot post signs or display informaSon at the airport so look ahead of Sme to know where to go! Contact csg.airbus@umich.edu a week in advance to ensure wheelchair accessibility. airBus is one of the easiest and most affordable rides to the airport. There are also some exci;ng job opportuni;es available if you have some free ;me before and during Thanksgiving break! There are s;ll a few posi;ons available as both proctors and road supervisors for airBus! For more informa;on about airBus you can also check out the airBus facebook page. Contributed by Lauren Ingram
Energy Efficiency
Winter is coming! And with it comes the desire to crank up the heat in your home, curl up under warm blankets, and sip hot chocolate while safely protected from the freezing temperatures that come with a “Michigan winter.” It’s easy to increase your energy use in the winter without even realizing it, which has nega;ve environmental and financial consequences. These ;ps on how to be energy efficient during the winter can be really helpful in keeping that energy bill low!
• Cover up: Instead of turning up the heat, use blankets and warm sweaters to stay warm. • Solar power: Open your curtains and blinds during the day when you’re home to allow the sun to warm your residence naturally. Close them at night to decrease drals that can come in through cold windows and doors. • Temperature control: Set your thermostat as low as is comfortable when you are home, but when you’re out of the house or sleeping, turn it back 10 or 15 degrees for eight hours. This will save around 10% a year on your hea;ng and cooling bills! • LED lights: Using LED bulbs will earn you savings while allowing you to illuminate your home! • Energy.gov: Visit www.energy.gov for more ;ps on being energy efficient year-‐round!
Contributed by Gaby Vasquez Photo courtesy of energy.gov/energysaver/arHcles/fall-‐and-‐winter-‐energy-‐saving-‐Hps
No Shave November for Consent
Throughout the month of November, the Men’s Ac;vism CommiLee from SAPAC will be promo;ng No Shave November for Consent. What is No Shave November and what does that have to do with consent? At the beginning of the month, you have the opportunity to take a pledge saying that throughout the month you will learn more about sexual assault and consent. As a part of this pledge, you do not shave your beard in the hopes that you can use it to start conversa;ons and tell people about the pledge and sexual assault and consent. If you cannot grow a beard, that’s ok!
You can also par;cipate by using merchandise items, such as pins or bracelets, to iden;fy yourself as an ally and start conversa;ons in the place of facial hair. To sign the pledge, join the Men’s Ac;vism CommiLee in the Diag on November 2nd from 11a.m. to 3p.m. for a water-‐ pong tournament, candy, free merchandise for the first pledges signed, free condoms, and a raffle to win Michigan gear. No Shave November will also include a football tournament on November 23rd. To learn more, check out the link here! Contributed by Kendal Rosalik Photo courtesy of SAPAC
Keeping Your House Safe Over Thanksgiving Break
Thanksgiving is the ;me of year where we sit around an oversized table and eat oversized propor;ons of oversized food. We don’t like to think that anything can go wrong during this momentous ;me of feasts and family. Below you’ll find some helpful ;ps to keep your residence safe during break:
• Not everyone on your Facebook or TwiLer is your best friend, avoid pos;ng on social media that your residence will be vacant so that wandering eyes won’t take advantage while you’re away. • Pucng a light ;mer in your residence is a great way to let outsiders think you are home when you aren’t. Make sure to close blinds and windows so that onlookers aren’t able to look inside. • Ask friends who are staying in town stay at your home or visit to look over and be sure no intruders try to weasel in. • Try to set up a neighborhood watch with students who will s;ll be on campus. Get small groups together to patrol and be sure no one is ac;ng suspicious in your neighborhood. • Check to be sure heat is turned down to prevent overhea;ng that can lead to fires. We recommend that your thermostat is set no lower than 58 degrees to prevent your pipes from freezing. • Be sure to lock all doors and windows and turn off all electronics, dryers, lights, etc. before leaving for break. Finally, unplug all cords as to keep from any electrical fires that may happen. These ;ps can keep you safe over this Thanksgiving break and help you come back to your home the same as you lel it. Contributed by DesHny McMillin
Getting a Jump Start on Winter
The winter presents a mul;tude of obstacles for driving, as well as for general car maintenance. From driving in snowy condi;ons to cleaning ice off a car in the biLer cold, Michigan winters can make driving very difficult. Olen ;mes the cold can make it challenging for a car to start and it will need to be jumped.
PreparaSon & Safety Tips: Align cars close enough for cables to reach each engine without the vehicles touching Turn off both cars Locate baLery terminals in both vehicles Untangle jumper cables Make sure red and black clamps never touch
AcSon Steps: • Connect the red (posi;ve) cable to the dead car’s baLery posi;ve jump-‐start terminal • Connect the other end of the red cable to the live car’s posi;ve jump-‐start terminal • Connect the black (nega;ve) cable to the live car’s nega;ve jump-‐start terminal • Connect the other clamp of the black cable to an unpainted metal part of the dead car’s engine • Start the live car’s engine and wait about 5 minutes before star;ng up the dead car
Clamp Removal: If the dead car starts, disconnect the black clamp connected to the unpainted grounded metal on the dead car’s engine. Then disconnect the black cable connected to the live car’s baLery. Finally disconnect the red cable from the good car’s baLery and disconnect the red cable from the dead car’s baLery.
Drive around for at least 15-‐20 minutes to ensure the baLery is fully charged before turning off your car. It’s always a good idea to refer to the owner’s manual as there may be varia;ons for different models of cars. Jumping a car can be dangerous if it is not done properly so follow these ;ps to avoid any injuries!
Contributed by Harry Hadden
Campus Safety Tip: Protecting Your Valuables
Thel con;nues to be the number one most reported crime on this campus. In 2012, there were 734 total thels reported! Remember this is a crime of opportunity. To ensure that this does not happen to you make sure that you never leave valuables unaLended and keep your belongings, doors, and windows locked and secure.
It’s a good idea to register your valuable electronic items such as your cell phone, laptop, as well as your bicycle with UMPD to help prevent thel. You can register your items online or in person.
For more informa;on, you can check out the Fire Safety Report.
Contributed by Sydney Tucker
Photo courtesy of msutoday.com
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